KVS / NVS Current Affairs Quiz — All time
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
How much foreign-origin gold did the DRI report seizing in six pan-India operations, announced on 10 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — About 41 kg
DRI seized about 41 kg of foreign-origin gold valued at around ₹62 crore.
In the DRI gold seizures reported in September 2026, 89 gold bars weighing about 11.3 kg were recovered near BOP Halderpara along which border?
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Correct answer: B — Indo-Bangladesh border
DRI, with the BSF, seized the 89 bars near the Indo-Bangladesh border at BOP Halderpara.
Consider the following about the DRI gold seizures reported on 10 September 2026: 1. The seizures were made under the Customs Act, 1962. 2. In Mumbai, gold dust concealed in wax capsules was seized from a syndicate involving airport staff. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The gold was seized under the Customs Act, 1962, and in Mumbai 3.47 kg of gold dust in wax capsules was recovered from a syndicate using transit passengers and airport staff.
Where was the first Regional Review Conference on implementation of the Forest Rights Act held on 10 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Bengaluru
The Ministry of Tribal Affairs held the conference in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with the five southern States.
As of 30 June 2026, about how many Individual Forest Rights titles had been distributed nationally under the FRA?
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Correct answer: C — About 25.42 lakh
About 25.42 lakh titles had been distributed over nearly 238 lakh acres, against over 54 lakh claims received.
Consider the following about the Forest Rights Act review in Bengaluru (September 2026): 1. The conference covered five southern States including Telangana and Kerala. 2. States were asked to prioritise recognition of habitat rights of Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Telangana took part, and States were urged to prioritise PVTG habitat rights among other steps.
The TRAI regulations repealed on 10 September 2026 had enforced what ceiling on advertisements on TV channels?
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Correct answer: C — 12 minutes per clock hour
The 2012 regulations enforced a ceiling of twelve minutes of advertisements in a clock hour.
The twelve-minute advertisement cap for TV channels was originally prescribed under which rules, before the MIB omitted the provision in August 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994
The cap was in rule 7(11) of the Cable Television Networks Rules, 1994, which the MIB omitted by a notification published on 21 August 2026.
Bakhira Lake, whose sediments were used in a BSIP monsoon study reported in September 2026, is located in which state?
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Correct answer: B — Uttar Pradesh
Bakhira Lake is in Sant Kabir Nagar district of Uttar Pradesh.
Bakhira Lake is an oxbow wetland formed by the cut-off of which river?
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Correct answer: A — Rapti
The lake lies in the Ghaghara–Rapti alluvial system and formed through the migration and cut-off of the Rapti River.
Consider the following about the Bakhira Lake study (2026): 1. Bakhira Lake was designated a Ramsar Site in 2022. 2. The record shows a strengthened Indian Summer Monsoon during the Last Glacial Maximum. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. Bakhira became a Ramsar Site in 2022; the Last Glacial Maximum was cold and dry with a weakened monsoon.
Who is the President of Sri Lanka whom Defence Minister Rajnath Singh met in Colombo on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Rajnath Singh called on President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on 9 September 2026.
During Rajnath Singh's visit to Sri Lanka in September 2026, an MoU was exchanged on upgrading which equipment of the Sri Lankan Air Force?
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Correct answer: B — Six L70 guns
The MoU covers the upgradation of six L70 guns for the Sri Lankan Air Force.
President Dissanayake thanked India for relief under which operation during Cyclone Ditwah?
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Correct answer: C — Operation Sagar Bandhu
Dissanayake expressed gratitude for India's relief under Operation Sagar Bandhu during Cyclone Ditwah.
Consider the following about Rajnath Singh's visit to Colombo on 9 September 2026: 1. Three Bailey bridges built by the Indian Defence Forces were virtually inaugurated. 2. An MoU was signed to formalise the NCC youth exchange programme between India and Sri Lanka. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The leaders inaugurated three Indian-built Bailey bridges, and the NCC MoU formalises the youth exchange programme.
What is the theme of Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026, launched in Varanasi on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari
The 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah runs under the theme 'Hamari Anganwadi, Hamari Jimmedari'.
Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2026, launched on 9 September 2026, is which edition of the campaign?
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Correct answer: D — 9th
The Ministry launched the 9th Rashtriya Poshan Maah in Varanasi.
According to Union Minister Annpurna Devi at the Poshan Maah 2026 launch, about how many Anganwadi Centres deliver services across India?
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Correct answer: C — Over 14 lakh
She said over 14 lakh Anganwadi Centres serve over 7.5 crore children and 1.10 crore pregnant and lactating women.
Consider the following about POSHAN Abhiyaan, under which Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed: 1. It was launched by PM Narendra Modi on 8 March 2018 at Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan. 2. Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed every year in March. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. POSHAN Abhiyaan (National Nutrition Mission) was launched at Jhunjhunu on 8 March 2018; Rashtriya Poshan Maah is observed in September.
What is the total cost of the three railway multitracking projects for West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh approved on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — ₹10,783 crore
The three projects cost ₹10,783 crore; the separate southern package costs about ₹10,021 crore.
Which of the following is NOT among the three railway projects approved on 9 September 2026 for the eastern and central States?
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Correct answer: D — Hosur–Omalur doubling
Hosur–Omalur doubling belongs to the southern package; the other three make up the ₹10,783 crore package.
Consider the following about the three railway projects approved on 9 September 2026 for West Bengal, Jharkhand, Odisha, Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh: 1. They will add about 656 km to the Indian Railways network. 2. They will improve connectivity to Bandhavgarh and Achanakmar Tiger Reserves. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The projects add about 656 km across 14 districts and improve access to Bandhavgarh and Achanakmar Tiger Reserves, among other destinations.
About how many kilometres will the five railway multitracking projects approved by the Cabinet on 9 September 2026 for four southern States add to the Indian Railways network?
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Correct answer: B — About 540 km
The five projects in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana will add about 540 km.
Which is the longest of the five railway projects approved by the CCEA on 9 September 2026 for the southern States?
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Correct answer: D — Salem–Karur–Dindigul doubling
Salem–Karur–Dindigul doubling is 159 km, ahead of Hosur–Omalur (147 km) and Ghatkesar–Kazipet (110 km).
The Whitefield–Bangarapet 3rd and 4th line, approved by the Cabinet in September 2026, lies in which state?
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Correct answer: A — Karnataka
Whitefield and Bangarapet are in Karnataka; the 47 km 3rd and 4th line is one of the five projects.
Consider the following about the five railway projects approved by the CCEA on 9 September 2026: 1. Their total estimated cost is about ₹10,021 crore and they are planned for completion by 2029-30. 2. They were planned under the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The projects cost about ₹10,021 crore, are due by 2029-30 and were planned on the PM-Gati Shakti National Master Plan.
At which event did UIDAI launch the Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK and Sandbox on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Global Fintech Fest 2026
UIDAI launched the SDK and Sandbox at the Global Fintech Fest 2026.
What is the main user benefit of the Aadhaar Face Authentication SDK launched by UIDAI in September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — It lets apps run face authentication inside their own app without switching applications
The SDK brings face authentication into native Android and iOS apps, giving a single-app experience; consent remains part of the journey.
Exercise Veer Guardian-2026, held from 9 to 22 September 2026, is between the Indian Air Force and the air force of which country?
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Correct answer: A — Japan
Veer Guardian is a bilateral air exercise between the IAF and the Japan Air Self-Defence Force (JASDF).
Where is Exercise Veer Guardian-2026 being conducted?
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Correct answer: C — Air Force Station Jodhpur
Veer Guardian-2026 is being held at Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan.
Consider the following statements about Exercise Veer Guardian: 1. Its first edition was held at Hyakuri Air Base in Japan in January 2023. 2. In the 2026 edition, the JASDF is flying F-2A aircraft. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: Veer Guardian-2023 was held at Hyakuri Air Base (12–26 January 2023), and the JASDF is flying F-2A jets at Jodhpur in 2026.
India's endorsement of the Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security was announced on the sidelines of which meeting in September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — G20 Innovation Ministerial
The announcement came on the sidelines of the G20 Innovation Ministerial at Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
What share of global 6G standards and patents does India aim to contribute, as stated while endorsing the 6G Call to Action?
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Correct answer: B — 10 percent
The government said India aims to contribute 10 percent of 6G global standards and patents.
Consider the following about India's endorsement of the Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security: 1. The Department of Telecommunications will take forward India's engagement under it. 2. India is the only Asian country among its endorsers and the initiative has fewer than ten members. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. DoT will lead the follow-up; India joined over 20 like-minded governments, so the group is not under ten members.
Which country co-chaired the 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry with India on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — The Philippines
It was co-chaired by Francisco P. Tiu Laurel, Secretary of Agriculture of the Philippines, representing the chair of ASEAN agriculture ministers.
What symbolic item was unveiled at the 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry?
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Correct answer: B — India–ASEAN Friendship Spike for Agriculture and Forestry
The 'India–ASEAN Friendship Spike for Agriculture and Forestry' was unveiled to symbolise the partnership.
Consider the following about the 9th ASEAN–India Ministerial Meeting on Agriculture and Forestry (2026): 1. It agreed that the 10th meeting will be convened in 2027. 2. Low-emission rice was identified as an area of cooperation. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. Low-emission rice is among the priority areas; the 10th meeting will be held in 2028, not 2027.
How many live Indian star tortoises did the DRI seize in Bengaluru, as reported on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 180
DRI recovered 180 live Indian star tortoises concealed in six cloth covers near Gandhinagar, Bengaluru.
Consider the following about the DRI wildlife seizures reported on 9 September 2026: 1. The Indian star tortoise (Geochelone elegans) is listed in Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972. 2. The leopard pelt was seized at Jeypore in Koraput district of Odisha. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. WCCB identified the tortoises as Geochelone elegans, a Schedule I species, and one leopard pelt was recovered at Jeypore, Koraput.
Which shipbuilder designed and built the Ocean Research Vessel 'Sagar Manthan', launched on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
GRSE built ORV Sagar Manthan for NCPOR; it was launched at the Rishi Bankim Shipyard, Kolkata.
ORV Sagar Manthan was built for which institution under the Ministry of Earth Sciences?
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Correct answer: C — National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research
The vessel was built for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR).
Consider the following about ORV Sagar Manthan: 1. It was built under the Deep Ocean Mission at a cost of about ₹840 crore. 2. It has a projected service life of 30 years and can operate in the Southern Ocean. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. It was built under Vertical-4 of the Deep Ocean Mission for about ₹840 crore and is designed for extreme environments including the Southern Ocean, with a 30-year life.
Under which section of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002 did FIU-IND issue notices to 15 VDA service providers on 9 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Section 13
The notices were issued under Section 13 of the PMLA.
Since when have Virtual Digital Asset Service Providers been covered by India's AML/CFT framework under the PMLA?
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Correct answer: B — March 2023
VDA SPs were brought under the AML/CFT framework of the PMLA in March 2023.
Consider the following about FIU-IND's action of 9 September 2026 against VDA service providers: 1. FIU-IND also sought takedown of their apps and URLs as nodal officer under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act, 2000. 2. Notices were issued to 25 entities. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only statement 1 is correct. The FIU-IND Director issued takedown notices under Section 79(3)(b) of the IT Act; notices went to 15 entities, not 25.
Where will the 48th WorldSkills Competition, in which India debuts in 11 new skills, be held in September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Shanghai
The 48th WorldSkills Competition is in Shanghai, China, from 22 to 27 September 2026.
In how many of the 64 skills will Team Skill India compete at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 63
India will compete in 63 of 64 skills with nearly 70 competitors.
Which city hosted the 7th Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi on 8 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Mumbai
GFF 2026 was held in Mumbai from 8 to 11 September 2026.
Which of the following is NOT one of the principal organisers of the Global Fintech Fest?
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Correct answer: A — Reserve Bank of India
PIB lists PCI, NPCI and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC) as the principal organisers of GFF.
Consider the following statements about GFF 2026: 1. Its theme focused on Agentic AI, Tokenisation and Quantum. 2. At the inauguration, PM Modi urged the sector to work on a Fintech Consumer Protection Index. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the theme was 'Potential to Impact: Agentic AI | Tokenisation | Quantum…', and the PM called for a Fintech Consumer Protection Index.
According to the PIB backgrounder on GFF 2026, how many banks were live on UPI in July 2026?
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Correct answer: A — 741
In July 2026 UPI processed 2,365.8 crore transactions worth ₹29.88 lakh crore with 741 banks live on the platform.
The draft amendment to the Drugs Rules, 1945 notified on 8 September 2026 proposes which measure at medical stores?
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Correct answer: B — Mandatory CCTV surveillance
Draft G.S.R. 791(E) proposes mandatory CCTV surveillance at medical stores for Schedule H, H1 and X drugs.
The draft notification G.S.R. 791(E) of 8 September 2026 targets which categories of drugs?
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Correct answer: D — Schedule H, H1 and X
The draft seeks to strengthen oversight of Schedule H, H1 and X drugs.
Consider the following statements about the Drugs Rules draft of September 2026: 1. It was issued by the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers. 2. Objections and suggestions have been invited from the public. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. The draft was issued by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which invited public objections and suggestions.
How many members are in India's contingent for the 2026 Asian Games, as announced at the 8 September 2026 send-off?
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Correct answer: D — 503
Sports Minister Mandaviya said a 503-member contingent is going to the Asian Games.
The 20th Asian Games in 2026 are being hosted by which city/region?
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Correct answer: B — Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
The 20th Asian Games are being held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Who is the Chef de Mission of the Indian contingent for the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: A — Sahdev Yadav
Chef de Mission Sahdev Yadav joined the minister and IOA President P.T. Usha in unveiling the jersey; Hari Ranjan Rao is Sports Secretary.
Consider the following statements about the 2026 Asian Games: 1. The official opening ceremony is on 19 September 2026, but some competitions start on 10 September. 2. The programme has 43 sports and 469 medal events. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per Olympics.com: the Games officially run 19 September–4 October with action from 10 September, across 43 sports and 469 medal events.
On 8 September 2026, PM Modi marked the completion of the Dedicated Freight Corridor at which city?
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Correct answer: D — Vadodara
At Vadodara the PM launched projects worth over ₹35,000 crore and marked the completion of the 2,800 km DFC.
What total length of the Dedicated Freight Corridor did PM Modi say had been completed?
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Correct answer: B — 2,800 km
The PM marked the completion of the 2,800-kilometre Dedicated Freight Corridor.
Consider the following statements made by PM Modi at Vadodara: 1. More than 430 cargo trains now run daily on the freight corridors. 2. A double-stack container train from JNPT to Vadodara carried cargo equal to more than 250 trucks. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both figures were cited by the PM in his Vadodara speech.
The 'Saptadhara' resolution referred to by PM Modi at Vadodara was originally announced at which venue?
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Correct answer: A — Red Fort
The PM said the 'Saptadhara' (seven streams) resolution was announced at the Red Fort.
Which of the following correctly matches a Dedicated Freight Corridor built by DFCCIL with its end points and length?
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Correct answer: D — Eastern DFC: Ludhiana–Sonnagar, 1,337 km
The Eastern DFC runs from Ludhiana to Sonnagar (1,337 km) and the Western DFC from JNPT to Dadri (1,506 km); both are built by DFCCIL under the Ministry of Railways.
How many applications were received in Round 1 of the ₹37,500 crore Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects?
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Correct answer: A — Seven
The Ministry of Coal said Round 1 closed with seven applications.
What national coal gasification capacity target does India have for 2030?
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Correct answer: D — 100 million tonnes
The national objective is 100 million tonnes of coal gasification by 2030, including 75 million tonnes under the new scheme.
Consider the following statements: 1. Adani Enterprises submitted three projects with urea as the end product in Round 1. 2. The ₹37,500 crore scheme replaced an earlier ₹8,500 crore scheme whose projects were cancelled. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The new scheme builds on the ₹8,500 crore scheme of January 2024, under which eight projects are still being implemented.
The Financial Fraud Risk Indicator (FRI), which has prevented suspected cyber fraud of over ₹5,000 crore, was developed by which body?
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Correct answer: A — Department of Telecommunications
The FRI was developed by the Department of Telecommunications under its Digital Intelligence Platform.
Under the FRI, mobile numbers are classified into which risk categories?
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Correct answer: C — Medium, High, Very High
The FRI classifies mobile numbers as Medium, High or Very High risk.
Consider the following statements about the FRI: 1. It was launched on 22 May 2025. 2. It draws on citizen reports from the Sanchar Saathi platform. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the FRI was launched on 22 May 2025 and uses inputs including Sanchar Saathi citizen reports.
India held the inaugural meeting of a Joint Defence Committee with which country in New Delhi on 8 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Morocco
The first India–Morocco Joint Defence Committee met in New Delhi on 8 September 2026.
Consider the following statements about the India–Morocco Joint Defence Committee: 1. It was set up under a defence MoU signed during Rajnath Singh's visit to Morocco in September 2025. 2. India and Morocco will mark 70 years of diplomatic relations in 2027. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Defence release.
Who co-chaired the inaugural India–Morocco Joint Defence Committee from the Indian side?
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Correct answer: B — Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (International Cooperation)
Amitabh Prasad, JS (International Cooperation), co-chaired with Brig Gen Abdellah Athmani of Morocco.
8 September 2026 marked the 100th birth anniversary of which Bharat Ratna awardee from Assam?
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Correct answer: B — Bhupen Hazarika
PM Modi paid tribute to Dr Bhupen Hazarika on his 100th birth anniversary on 8 September 2026.
Bhupen Hazarika was announced as a posthumous Bharat Ratna recipient in January 2019 along with which two others?
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Correct answer: B — Nanaji Deshmukh and Pranab Mukherjee
The President's communique of 25 January 2019 named Nanaji Deshmukh (posthumously), Dr Bhupen Hazarika (posthumously) and Pranab Mukherjee.
On 8 September 2026, CAQM reviewed which State's pollution control board over non-compliance on C&D site video monitoring?
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Correct answer: D — Haryana
CAQM held the review with the Haryana State Pollution Control Board (HSPCB).
Under CAQM's statutory directions, construction and demolition projects above what plot area must register on the State portal and install video monitoring?
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Correct answer: A — 500 sq m
The directions cover all C&D projects with a plot area of 500 sq m or more.
Consider the following statements about the Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM): 1. It is a statutory body under an Act of Parliament that received presidential assent in August 2021. 2. The Act dissolved the Environment Pollution (Prevention and Control) Authority (EPCA) for the NCR. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. The CAQM Act, 2021 received assent on 12 August 2021 and dissolved EPCA, set up in 1998.
The National Mass Pledge Against Drug Abuse planned for September 2026 marks which anniversary of the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan?
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Correct answer: D — 6th
The Social Justice Ministry said the pledge marks the 6th anniversary of the NMBA and targets 10 crore+ citizens.
On 7 September 2026, the Defence Acquisition Council granted Acceptance of Necessity to proposals worth about how much?
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Correct answer: A — ₹1.10 lakh crore
The DAC granted AoN to proposals worth about ₹1,10,000 crore.
In defence procurement, what does 'Acceptance of Necessity (AoN)' granted by the DAC mean?
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Correct answer: D — In-principle administrative approval
PIB describes AoN as the in-principle administrative approval for acquisition proposals.
The Arudhra radars approved by the DAC on 7 September 2026 are meant for which service, and to replace what?
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Correct answer: C — Navy; Air Route Surveillance Radars at naval air stations
For the Navy, Arudhra radars will replace existing Air Route Surveillance Radars at naval air stations.
Consider the following statements about the DAC approvals of 7 September 2026: 1. The Sarvatra Bridge System and Trawl Tanks were approved for the Indian Army. 2. Marine Gas Turbines, a warship propulsion system, were approved for the Indian Navy. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Defence release.
Where was the 28th meeting of the Western Zonal Council held on 7 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Panaji
Amit Shah chaired the 28th Western Zonal Council meeting in Panaji, Goa.
Which of the following is NOT a member of the Western Zonal Council?
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Correct answer: A — Rajasthan
The Western Zonal Council comprises Goa, Gujarat, Maharashtra and the UT of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu; Rajasthan is in the Northern Zonal Council.
Consider the following statements about Zonal Councils: 1. They were set up under the States Reorganisation Act, 1956. 2. They are constitutional bodies created under Article 263. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Zonal Councils are statutory advisory bodies set up under Part III of the States Reorganisation Act, 1956, not constitutional bodies.
According to Amit Shah at the 28th WZC meeting, how many meetings of Zonal Councils and their Standing Committees have been held since 2014?
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Correct answer: A — 71
Since 2014, 71 meetings have been held, compared with 25 during 2004–14.
PACT, launched at the 5th e-FAST India Summit on 7 September 2026, stands for what?
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Correct answer: D — Platform for Aggregating Clean Transport
PACT is the Platform for Aggregating Clean Transport, launched by NITI Aayog Member Rajiv Gauba.
e-FAST India, under which PACT was launched to support zero-emission trucks, is an initiative of which body?
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Correct answer: A — NITI Aayog
PIB describes e-FAST India as an initiative of NITI Aayog.
The International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is observed on which date?
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Correct answer: B — 7 September
The day is observed every year on 7 September; the UN General Assembly designated it in 2019.
What is 'PRANA' in the context of India's air quality management?
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Correct answer: A — A portal for monitoring implementation of the National Clean Air Programme
PRANA, the Portal for Regulation of Air-Pollution in Non-Attainment cities, tracks the physical and financial progress of NCAP city action plans. SAMEER is the AQI app.
Consider the following statements about the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP): 1. It was launched in 2019 and covers 130 cities. 2. Cities receive NCAP funds as performance-linked grants based on air quality. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: NCAP was launched in 2019 in 130 cities, and ₹16,423.55 crore was given as air-quality performance-linked grants from 2019-20 to 2025-26.