KVS / NVS Current Affairs Quiz — Last 3 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
India's first integrated Telecom Manufacturing Zone (TMZ) is coming up in which city?
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Correct answer: B — Gwalior
The TMZ is coming up in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh; the September 2026 investors' roundtable was held in Bengaluru.
As per Jyotiraditya Scindia in September 2026, how much do the 24 companies on board propose to invest in the Gwalior TMZ?
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Correct answer: D — ₹5,500 crore
Scindia said 24 companies are on board and propose to invest ₹5,500 crore; about ₹700 crore was committed at the Bengaluru roadshow.
Who co-chaired the 7th High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue with Hardeep Singh Puri?
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Correct answer: D — Haitham Al Ghais
The meeting was co-chaired by OPEC Secretary General Haitham Al Ghais.
Which edition of the High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue was held in New Delhi on 22 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Seventh
It was the Seventh High-Level Meeting of the OPEC-India Energy Dialogue.
Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 was held 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-Defense Force.
Where did Exercise Veer Guardian 2026 conclude on 22 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Air Force Station Jodhpur
The exercise concluded at Air Force Station Jodhpur after 14 days of joint training.
Consider the following about Exercise Veer Guardian 2026: 1. The Japan Air Self-Defense Force participated with F-35A fighter aircraft. 2. The IAF fielded Su-30 MKI, Rafale and LCA Tejas aircraft. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Japan flew F-2A fighters, not F-35A, so statement 1 is wrong. The IAF fielded Su-30 MKI, Rafale and Tejas.
What is the theme of the 9th India International Water Week 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Climate Resilient Water Management
The 9th IIWW (22–26 September 2026) is centred on the theme 'Climate Resilient Water Management'.
Who inaugurated the 9th India International Water Week at Bharat Mandapam on 22 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan
Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the five-day event organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti.
By which year does the roadmap presented by Amit Shah at the 3rd ANTF Heads conference aim to uproot the drug trade from India?
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Correct answer: B — 2029
Amit Shah said that with Roadmap 2029, the drug trade will be uprooted from India by 2029.
At the 3rd ANTF Heads conference, Amit Shah said the ANTF should become what?
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Correct answer: C — Anti Narco Mission Command
Amit Shah said the goal should be to make the ANTF an Anti Narco Mission Command.
Consider the following points made at the 3rd National Conference of ANTF Heads: 1. The district will be made the basic unit of the fight against drugs. 2. Nashamukt Mitras will visit 10 lakh schools, colleges and institutions. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both points were made by the Home Minister at the conference.
The Dallirajhara–Rowghat new rail line, whose final section was inspected by CRS on 22 September 2026, is in which state?
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Correct answer: D — Chhattisgarh
The line is under the Raipur Division of South East Central Railway in Chhattisgarh.
The Dallirajhara–Rowghat line will help transport iron ore to which steel plant?
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Correct answer: B — Bhilai Steel Plant
The new line will facilitate iron ore transportation to the Bhilai Steel Plant.
Consider the following about the Dallirajhara–Rowghat rail project: 1. The Taroki–Rowghat section is a double-line, non-electrified stretch. 2. The total length of the Dallirajhara–Rowghat line is 17.5 km. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Taroki–Rowghat is a single-line electrified broad-gauge section of 17.5 km; the whole Dallirajhara–Rowghat line is 95 km.
As per the Prime Minister's World Rhino Day 2026 message, which state holds nearly 80% of the world's rhino population?
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Correct answer: D — Assam
The Prime Minister noted that Assam now holds nearly 80% of the world's rhino population.
Where has the reintroduction of rhinos been described as 'creating history' in the PM's World Rhino Day 2026 message?
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Correct answer: A — Dudhwa, Uttar Pradesh
The Prime Minister said the successful reintroduction of rhinos in Dudhwa, Uttar Pradesh, is creating history.
Consider the following about Project Rhino, shared on World Rhino Day 2026: 1. Project Rhino provides financial and technical support to rhino range states. 2. Genetic improvement is one of the areas covered by Project Rhino. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. Project Rhino supports range states in protection, habitat management, genetic improvement and understanding population dynamics.
Which Indian shooter won silver in the men's 10 m air rifle individual event at the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: D — Himanshu Dhillon
Himanshu Dhillon won silver behind China's Sheng Lihao; Rudrankksh Patil took bronze.
What was India's total in the men's 10 m air rifle team event at the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: C — 1890.1
India totalled 1890.1 for silver; China won with a world-record 1899.0.
Who won gold in the men's 10 m air rifle individual final at the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: A — Sheng Lihao
China's Sheng Lihao won gold with 233.0, ahead of Himanshu Dhillon's 231.0.
Consider the following about the men's 10 m air rifle events at the 2026 Asian Games: 1. China won the team gold with a world-record total. 2. Parth Mane qualified for the individual final along with Rudrankksh Patil. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
China won team gold with a world-record 1899.0. Himanshu Dhillon and Rudrankksh Patil made the individual final; Parth Mane finished outside the top eight.
Which body will lead the newly approved Biovigilance Programme of India?
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Correct answer: D — Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission
The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC) will play the lead role under the Biovigilance Programme of India.
The Biovigilance Programme of India will monitor adverse events linked to which area?
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Correct answer: B — Organ and tissue transplantation
The programme covers medicines and biological products used in organ and tissue transplantation, including those given to donors and recipients.
As stated in September 2026, what is India's global position in contributions to the WHO patient safety database?
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Correct answer: A — 8th
India has moved from 123rd during 2009–2014 to 8th globally.
Consider the following about the launch on 21 September 2026: 1. The 7th edition of the National Formulary of India was launched at the 6th National Pharmacovigilance Week. 2. The National Pharmacovigilance Week is organised by the National Medical Commission. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the programme was organised by the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (IPC).
What was the provisional year-on-year growth of the Index of Core Industries in August 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 4.8%
The ICI grew 4.8% in August 2026, slightly below July's final 5.0%.
Which core sector recorded the highest year-on-year growth in August 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Cement
Cement grew 12.5%, ahead of electricity (11.6%), iron ore (5.5%) and steel (3.4%).
What is the base year of the Index of Core Industries whose August 2026 estimates were released on 21 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 2022-23
The ICI now uses 2022-23 as its base year.
Consider the following about the Index of Core Industries for August 2026: 1. Coal and crude oil recorded negative growth. 2. Cumulative growth for April–August 2026 was lower than in the same period of the previous year. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Coal, natural gas, crude oil and fertilizers contracted, so statement 1 is correct. Cumulative April–August growth was 4.3%, higher than 2.4% a year earlier, so statement 2 is wrong.
From which date will the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement enter into force?
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Correct answer: D — 20 October 2026
The FTA will enter into force on 20 October 2026, a date chosen to coincide with Dussehra–Vijaya Dashami.
Where was the India–New Zealand FTA signed on 27 April 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
The FTA was signed at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, by Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay.
Under the India–New Zealand FTA, what share of India's exports to New Zealand becomes duty-free from day one?
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Correct answer: B — 100%
Every tariff line covering 100% of India's exports to New Zealand becomes duty-free from entry into force.
Consider the following about the India–New Zealand FTA: 1. New Zealand's Parliament passed the enabling legislation on 16 September 2026. 2. Prime Minister Modi's July 2026 visit was the first by an Indian Prime Minister to New Zealand in four decades. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Commerce Ministry release of 21 September 2026.
Under PM-SETU, a ₹320 crore Strategic Investment Plan was approved in September 2026 for the ITI cluster of which place?
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Correct answer: C — Kurukshetra
The National Steering Committee approved ₹320 crore for the Kurukshetra ITI Cluster in Haryana.
What does 'SETU' stand for in the PM-SETU scheme?
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Correct answer: A — Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs
PM-SETU is the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs scheme.
How many km of access-controlled high-speed corridors does the Viksit Bharat 2047 roadmap envisage, as cited by NHAI in September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 50,000 km
The roadmap envisages 50,000 km of access-controlled high-speed corridors.
Consider the following about NHAI's guidelines of September 2026: 1. The guidelines cover high-speed access-controlled National Highways other than Expressways. 2. The guidelines apply only to brownfield upgrades of existing highways. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the guidelines apply to all upcoming 4/6-lane greenfield and brownfield corridors.
SLINEX is a bilateral maritime exercise between India and which country?
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Correct answer: C — Sri Lanka
SLINEX is the India–Sri Lanka bilateral maritime exercise; its 13th edition concluded at Visakhapatnam on 21 September 2026.
Where was SLINEX-26 conducted from 17 to 21 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Visakhapatnam
SLINEX-26 was conducted at Visakhapatnam and concluded there on 21 September 2026.
Consider the following about SLINEX-26: 1. SLINEX-26 was the 13th edition of the exercise. 2. The sea phase included Visit, Board, Search and Seizure (VBSS) drills. 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.
Suchika Tariyal won India's first-ever Asian Games medal in which sport at Aichi-Nagoya 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Mixed martial arts
Suchika Tariyal won bronze in the women's traditional 60 kg MMA event, India's first Asian Games MMA medal.
Consider the following about Suchika Tariyal's 2026 Asian Games semi-final: 1. The bout was declared a draw after an Indian challenge. 2. The winner was decided on the basis of the fighters' morning weigh-in. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. After the draw, Singapore's Teo Hui Hoon advanced because she was lighter at the morning weigh-in.
Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT is a joint military exercise between India and which country?
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Correct answer: B — Mongolia
NOMADIC ELEPHANT is an annual India–Mongolia platoon-level exercise; the 18th edition began at Pithoragarh on 21 September 2026.
Where is the 18th edition of Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT being held?
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Correct answer: D — Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand
The 18th edition is being held at the Foreign Training Node, Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand; the previous edition was at Ulaanbaatar in 2025.
Consider the following about Exercise NOMADIC ELEPHANT 2026: 1. The exercise focuses on counter-insurgency operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain under a UN mandate. 2. Each side is represented by a battalion of about 800 personnel. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: it is a platoon-level exercise with 45 personnel from each side.
The ₹586 crore contract signed by the Ministry of Defence on 21 September 2026 is for Auxiliary Power Units for which platforms?
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Correct answer: C — T-72 and T-90 tanks
The APUs are for the Army's T-72 and T-90 tanks.
The APUs for T-72 and T-90 tanks, contracted in September 2026, were developed under which procurement route?
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Correct answer: A — Make-II
The Ministry said the procurement demonstrates industry-led research and development under Make-II.
Where was the WWF Global Conservation Conference inaugurated on 21 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Jaipur
Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the conference in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
As stated by Bhupender Yadav in September 2026, how many Ramsar sites does India now have, up from 24 a decade ago?
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Correct answer: C — 101
The Minister said Ramsar sites have gone up from 24 to 101 in the last decade.
Consider the following figures cited by the Environment Minister at the WWF conference: 1. Tiger reserves rose from 47 to 58 in the last decade. 2. Elephant reserves rose from 30 to 33 in the same period. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both figures were cited by the Minister, along with protected areas rising from about 750 to over 1,000.
As per Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh in September 2026, what is India's current silk production?
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Correct answer: C — 42,000 tonnes
Silk production has risen from 26,000 tonnes in 2014 to 42,000 tonnes now; 60,000 tonnes is the 2030-31 target.
What silk production target has India set for 2030-31?
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Correct answer: B — 60,000 tonnes
A target of 60,000 tonnes by 2030-31 was announced at the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day.
Which state leads India in total silk production, as stated at the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day?
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Correct answer: A — Karnataka
Union Minister of State Shobha Karandlaje said Karnataka leads the country in total silk production.
Consider the following statements made at the Central Silk Board's 77th Foundation Day (September 2026): 1. India aims to become the world's No. 1 silk producer by 2028-29. 2. India produced 26,000 tonnes of silk in 2014. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per Giriraj Singh's address in Bengaluru.
Which body organised the international conference 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics' whose valedictory session President Murmu addressed on 20 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — National Green Tribunal
The two-day conference was organised by the National Green Tribunal (NGT) in New Delhi.
As per Power Minister Manohar Lal at the NGT conference in September 2026, non-fossil sources make up roughly what share of India's installed generation capacity?
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Correct answer: B — 55%
Manohar Lal said non-fossil sources account for nearly 55% of installed capacity, after the 50% target was met five years early.
Who is the Chairperson of the National Green Tribunal, as per the September 2026 conference release?
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Correct answer: D — Justice Prakash Shrivastava
Justice Prakash Shrivastava, NGT Chairperson, gave the valedictory address; Justice B.V. Nagarathna is a Supreme Court judge.
Consider the following about the conference 'The Future of Environment and Climate Dynamics' (September 2026): 1. The conference was organised by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. 2. President Murmu stressed climate resilience through community-based adaptation rooted in traditional knowledge. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. The conference was organised by the National Green Tribunal, not the Environment Ministry.
Which Indian trio won silver in the women's 10m air rifle team event at the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: B — Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar, Vidarsa K Vinod
Elavenil Valarivan, Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa K Vinod totalled 1898.0 to win the team silver.
Who won gold in the women's 10m air rifle individual final at the 2026 Asian Games, in which Elavenil Valarivan took silver?
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Correct answer: D — Hinata Taichi (Japan)
Japan's Hinata Taichi won gold with 253.0, 0.6 ahead of Elavenil Valarivan (252.4); Ban Hyojin took bronze.
What was Elavenil Valarivan's score in the women's 10m air rifle individual final at the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: A — 252.4
Elavenil Valarivan scored 252.4 for silver; Hinata Taichi won with 253.0 and Ban Hyojin scored 230.4 for bronze.
Consider the following about the women's 10m air rifle events at the 2026 Asian Games: 1. China won the team gold with a world-record score of 1904.2. 2. Sonam Maskar finished sixth in the individual final. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: China set a world record of 1904.2 in the team event, and Sonam Maskar finished sixth in the individual final.
India's first medal of the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games came in which event?
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Correct answer: A — Women's 10m air rifle team
The women's 10m air rifle team silver on 20 September 2026 was India's first medal of the Games.
As per the Coal Ministry in September 2026, roughly how much is the total estimated cost of Coal India's four coal-to-chemicals projects?
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Correct answer: C — ₹69,346 crore
The four coal-to-chemicals initiatives together account for about ₹69,346 crore.
Talcher Fertilizers Ltd, a Coal India coal-to-chemicals project, is designed to produce which product?
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Correct answer: A — Urea
Talcher Fertilizers has a capacity of 1.27 MMTPA of urea; Bharat Coal Gasification & Chemicals is the ammonium nitrate project.
Coal India's phased Underground Coal Gasification (UCG) pilot is being carried out at which site?
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Correct answer: D — Kasta West Block, Eastern Coalfields
The UCG pilot is at the Kasta West Block of Eastern Coalfields Ltd; Phase I was completed on 31 May 2025.
Consider the following about Coal India's diversification portfolio (September 2026): 1. It includes a 2×800 MW ultra-supercritical expansion at Chandrapura. 2. It includes about 5,500 MW of commissioned solar capacity. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Coal India's commissioned solar capacity is about 550 MW, not 5,500 MW.
Who scored eight goals in India's 19-0 win over Uzbekistan in women's hockey at the 2026 Asian Games?
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Correct answer: C — Deepika
Deepika scored eight goals; Ishika scored a hat-trick.
Consider the following about India's 19-0 win over Uzbekistan in women's hockey at the 2026 Asian Games: 1. The match was India's Pool B opener. 2. India led 4-0 at half-time. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The match was India's Pool B opener, and India led 8-0 at half-time, not 4-0.
In September 2026, the IAF's Suryakiran Aerobatic Team performed for the first time over which city?
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Correct answer: B — Meerut
SKAT performed over Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, for the first time on 19 and 20 September 2026.
As per the Defence Ministry in September 2026, the Suryakiran Aerobatic Team has performed in roughly how many airshows in its 30-year journey?
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Correct answer: D — Over 800
SKAT has performed in over 800 airshows in India and abroad over 30 years.
Consider the following about the Suryakiran display at Meerut (September 2026): 1. The display was held on 19 and 20 September 2026. 2. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team belongs to the Indian Navy. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The Suryakiran Aerobatic Team belongs to the Indian Air Force.
Roughly how many people took part in the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh under the Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan on 20 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Over 4 lakh
Over 4 lakh youth and citizens took part at more than 1,000 locations.
The Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan launched by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports in 2026 is planned to run for how long?
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Correct answer: B — 100 weeks
The campaign is titled 'Nasha Mukt Yuva for Viksit Bharat – 100 Weeks Nasha Mukt Yuva Abhiyan'.
Consider the following about the Rashtriya Sankalp Samaroh (20 September 2026): 1. The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment organised it. 2. 'Life Skills Month' is one of the themes of the campaign's first activity cycle. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only 2 is correct. The Samaroh was organised by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
Where did INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish arrive on 20 September 2026 for the ADMM-Plus Joint Cooperation Activity?
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Correct answer: D — Subic Bay, Philippines
The two ships arrived at Subic Bay, Philippines, on 20 September 2026.
INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish went to the Philippines in September 2026 to take part in which activity?
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Correct answer: B — ADMM-Plus Joint Cooperation Activity
The ships arrived at Subic Bay to participate in the ADMM-Plus Joint Cooperation Activity (JCA).
Consider the following: 1. MAHASAGAR stands for Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions. 2. The ADMM-Plus brings together ASEAN member states and eight Plus countries. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as stated in the Defence Ministry release on the ADMM-Plus JCA deployment.
In which year was the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) established?
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Correct answer: A — 1985
CAT was established in 1985 under the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985.
What fee does the Central Administrative Tribunal charge for filing an Original Application?
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Correct answer: C — ₹50
CAT charges a nominal ₹50 for an Original Application; no fee is charged for miscellaneous or review applications and contempt petitions.
Consider the following about the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT): 1. About 25% of the CAT Jammu Bench's cases have gone in appeal to the Jammu & Kashmir High Court. 2. CAT was set up under the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1950. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither is correct. Only about 8% of Jammu Bench cases went in appeal, and CAT was set up under the Administrative Tribunals Act, 1985.
The site for the Telecom Manufacturing Zone inspected by Jyotiraditya Scindia on 20 September 2026 is at which location in Gwalior?
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Correct answer: D — Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Counter Magnet City (SADA)
The TMZ site is at SADA, the Counter Magnet City, together with land in the Gwalior IT Park.
About how much land has been identified for the first phase of the Gwalior Telecom Manufacturing Zone?
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Correct answer: B — 170 acres
About 170 acres in SADA and the IT Park have been identified for the first phase.
From which date is Biometric Aadhaar Authentication mandatory for booking subsidised domestic LPG refills?
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Correct answer: A — 1 October 2026
From 1 October 2026, consumers must have completed BAA to book subsidised refills at the regulated price.
As per the Petroleum Ministry in September 2026, how many domestic LPG consumers had already completed Biometric Aadhaar Authentication?
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Correct answer: B — 27.43 crore (89.9%)
27.43 crore consumers, or 89.9%, had already completed authentication.
Which of the following is NOT listed by the Petroleum Ministry as a way to complete Biometric Aadhaar Authentication for LPG?
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Correct answer: D — At the nearest post office
The ministry listed delivery time, the distributor's showroom and OMC mobile apps; post offices were not listed.
Consider the following about Biometric Aadhaar Authentication (BAA) for LPG: 1. Consumers who have already completed BAA need not do it again. 2. One aim is to prevent diversion of subsidised domestic cylinders to commercial and industrial use. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Petroleum Ministry release of 19 September 2026.
Who were India's flag-bearers at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya?
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Correct answer: B — Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat
Manu Bhaker and kabaddi player Pawan Sehrawat led India; Sehrawat replaced Tajinderpal Singh Toor.
Who declared the 20th Asian Games open in Aichi-Nagoya on 19 September 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Emperor Naruhito of Japan
Japan's Emperor Naruhito declared the 20th Asian Games open.
Pawan Sehrawat became India's male flag-bearer at the 2026 Asian Games opening ceremony in place of which athlete?
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Correct answer: A — Tajinderpal Singh Toor
Shot-putter Tajinderpal Singh Toor was replaced because his official kit had not arrived in time.
Consider the following about the 2026 Asian Games: 1. The Games run from 19 September to 4 October 2026. 2. The opening ceremony was held at the Paloma Mizuho Stadium in Nagoya. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as reported by The Tribune and India Today.