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Question 1: Which country has declared an emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa due to security and governance concerns?

Answer: Pakistan

• Extra Facts:
• This announcement was made on October 11, 2026.
• President Asif Ali Zardari issued this order following approval from the federal cabinet.
• Under this, the tenure of Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and other provincial office-bearers came to an end.
• An 11-member advisory council has been constituted to assist the administration.
• This decision has escalated tensions between Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's government and the PTI.
• This proclamation cited Article 232(1) and 234(1) of the Constitution of Pakistan.

Question 2: Which Indian port set a new record for the highest coal loading in a single day on October 10, 2026?

Answer: Paradip Port

• Extra Facts:
• This record was set by the Paradip Port Authority's mechanized coal handling plant located in Odisha.
• The plant loaded a total of 1,40,022 metric tons of coal onto two ships.
• This surpassed the previous record of 1,37,500 metric tons set on May 29, 2022.
• Paradip Port Authority Chairman Sushant Kumar Purohit extended his congratulations on this achievement.
• It is a major Indian port located in Odisha near the Bay of Bengal.
• The Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 provides the statutory framework for the administration of major ports in India.

Question 3: Which Indian Navy warship participated in the bilateral naval exercise INDRA-2026 in Vladivostok, Russia?

Answer: INS Sahyadri

• Extra Facts:
• This warship arrived in Vladivostok, Russia, on October 10, 2026.
• The exercise was conducted between October 13 and 18, 2026.
• It involved harbor-based engagements followed by coordinated maritime operations at sea.
• Its objective is to strengthen interoperability and mutual cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy.
• India's SAGAR vision stands for 'Security and Growth for All in the Region'.

Question 4: By which year has India set a target to achieve 100 gigawatts (GW) of installed wind energy capacity?

Answer: By the year 2030

• Extra Facts:
• As of September 30, 2026, the country's total installed wind energy capacity had reached 59.20 GW.
• The government recorded a record annual wind energy installation of 6.05 GW in the financial year 2025-26.
• Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy Pralhad Joshi inaugurated WindEnergy India 2026 in Chennai on October 8.
• Approximately 400 exhibitors from more than 20 countries participated in this event.
• Tamil Nadu specifically highlighted its wind repowering policy at WindEnergy India 2026.

Question 5: Indian industrialist Sunil Bharti Mittal has been honored with the 'Legion of Honour', the highest civilian award of which country?

Answer: France (Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises)

• Extra Facts:
• French President Emmanuel Macron nominated him for this honor.
• The ceremony is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at the French Embassy in New Delhi.
• This award recognizes his contributions to India-France economic and technical cooperation.
• His areas of contribution include telecommunications, digital infrastructure, and satellite communication.
• The Legion of Honour, established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802, is the highest national distinction of France.

Question 6: In which state did Prime Minister Narendra Modi launch development projects worth over Rs 13,000 crore on October 11, 2026?

Answer: Tamil Nadu

• Extra Facts:
• These projects include the Poonamallee-Vadapalani section of Chennai Metro Phase II, costing approximately Rs 4,900 crore.
• It also includes national highway projects worth approximately Rs 3,700 crore.
• The metro section features a 3.7-kilometer double-decker structure and advanced signaling supporting driverless operations.
• The Prime Minister also dedicated the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre at IIT Madras to the nation.
• This brain center will support research involving an atlas of over 100 human brains.

Question 7: To whom has the Nobel Prize in Economics (Sveriges Riksbank Prize) for the year 2026 been awarded jointly?

Answer: Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford

• Extra Facts:
• Both are American economists.
• They received this award for their work on the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilization.
• Robert Hall is associated with Stanford University, while Michael Woodford is affiliated with Columbia University.
• Their research explores how household and business decisions affect inflation, employment, and economic growth.
• Their work contributes to the models used to evaluate monetary and fiscal policies.

Question 8: Under which circular did the Delhi Police remove Jantar Mantar from the list of designated sites for protests and sit-ins?

Answer: Under the circular issued on October 12, 2026

• Extra Facts:
• This decision was taken following the recommendations of a Ministry of Home Affairs committee identifying alternative protest locations.
• The three newly designated sites are Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and the CBD Ground in East Delhi.
• The Delhi Police will issue a separate revised Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for protests at the new sites.
• Jantar Mantar is located on Sansad Marg in New Delhi and is known for its astronomical instruments.
• Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II built the Jantar Mantar in 1724.

Question 9: Indian opener Abhishek Sharma has become the fastest batsman to score 2000 runs (in terms of balls) in T20 International cricket; in how many balls did he achieve this feat?

Answer: 1024 balls

• Extra Facts:
• He achieved this milestone during the third T20 match against the West Indies on October 11, 2026.
• He surpassed Suryakumar Yadav's previous record of 1,164 balls.
• Abhishek scored 69 runs off 30 balls, including 6 fours and 5 sixes, and completed his half-century in 18 balls.
• India scored 223 runs in the match and defeated the West Indies by 14 runs to take a 2-1 lead in the five-match series.
• Arshdeep Singh took three wickets for India in this match.

Question 10: Which country's Royal Navy did the Indian Navy's guided-missile stealth frigate INS Trishul participate with in the 'KONKAN-2026' exercise?

Answer: United Kingdom (Britain)

• Extra Facts:
• INS Trishul arrived in Plymouth, United Kingdom.
• This bilateral maritime exercise was conducted from October 8 to 15, 2026.
• Its activities include cross-deck visits, air-defense drills, anti-submarine warfare exercises, and seamanship evolutions.
• Its objective is to improve operational coordination and interoperability between the Indian Navy and the Royal Navy.
• INS Trishul is the second ship of the Talwar-class and was commissioned into the Indian Navy in June 2003.

Question 11: Which institution introduced a six-color 'Credit Risk-o-Meter' for debt securities?

Answer: SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India)

• Extra Facts:
• SEBI introduced this through a circular dated October 7, 2026.
• This framework utilizes six color-coded categories to communicate the credit risk of debt securities.
• Irish Green represents AAA-rated securities with the lowest credit risk, while Red covers ratings B+, B, B-, C, and D.
• This applies to specified listed debt instruments, including non-convertible securities, commercial papers, and securitized debt instruments.
• Covered entities must update credit-rating changes within 24 hours.

Question 12: Which prominent site in Ayodhya has been awarded the 'Eat Right Place of Worship' certificate by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?

Answer: Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra

• Extra Facts:
• FSSAI CEO Rajit Punhani presented this certificate during a ceremony in Ayodhya on October 10, 2026.
• This certificate promotes food safety and hygiene in the preparation, storage, and distribution of Prasad and Langar.
• The process involves an initial audit, training for food handlers, and an independent third-party audit.
• This initiative prevents food contamination while improving compliance with food safety standards.
• This certification is valid until October 10, 2028.

Question 13: On which day is World Arthritis Day observed annually, with the theme for the year 2026 being "Achieve Your Dreams"?

Answer: October 12

• Extra Facts:
• This day is observed to raise awareness about arthritis and Rheumatic and Musculoskeletal Diseases (RMDs).
• This year's theme is promoted by the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR).
• This campaign highlights the aspirations of people living with RMDs, such as education, employment, and family participation.
• This observance promotes early diagnosis, appropriate treatment, rehabilitation, and social inclusion.
• Common forms of arthritis include osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

14. Which Foundation Day did the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, celebrate at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on October 12, 2026?

Answer: 33rd Foundation Day

• Extra Facts:
• The Chief Guest for this event was Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant.
• The NHRC was established on October 12, 1993, under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.
• Its functions include investigating complaints and recommending corrective actions.
• It has handled 24,33,716 cases to date, including 3,100 suo motu cases.
• It has recommended compensation of over Rs 274 crore in 9,085 cases.

Question 15: The 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses' launched by the Government of India aims to produce 350 lakh tonnes of pulses by which year?

Answer: By the year 2030-31

• Extra Facts:
• This mission was launched on October 11, 2025.
• This mission has a budgetary outlay of Rs 11,440 crore for six years from 2025-26 to 2030-31.
• This mission targets the production of pulses over an area of 310 lakh hectares.
• The scheme prioritizes Tur, Urad, and Masoor with better seeds and assured procurement at Minimum Support Price (MSP).
• NAFED and NCCF will support procurement under this scheme.

Question 16: What was the main theme of the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave 2026 held in New Delhi?

Answer: "Resilience in an Age of Flux"

• Extra Facts:
• This conclave was held in New Delhi from October 3 to 5, 2026.
• The Institute of Economic Growth organized it in partnership with the Ministry of Finance.
• It was attended by more than 200 policymakers and economists, including over 80 international delegates from around 30 countries.
• Discussions covered inflation, economic growth, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure, and climate finance.
• Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the conclave, while External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar delivered the valedictory address.

Question 17: In which region of the Pacific Ocean did the sea surface temperature rise to 29.70 degrees Celsius in September 2026, intensifying the El Niño?

Answer: Niño 3.4 region

• Extra Facts:
• This temperature exceeded the peak levels recorded during the strong El Niño years of 1982-83, 1997-98, and 2015-16.
• The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has predicted further intensification before it peaks in December.
• According to Copernicus, the global sea surface temperature was 21.05 degrees Celsius, and the average air temperature for September was 16.27 degrees Celsius.
• El Niño can disrupt rainfall patterns and increase the risk of droughts.
• According to this report, India recorded a rainfall deficit of 12.6% during the 2026 Southwest monsoon.

Question 18: Who has been appointed as the Secretary of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Reforms Committee?

Answer: Tukaram Mundhe

• Extra Facts:
• The Maharashtra government constituted this five-member committee on October 11, 2026.
• Retired judge Dilip Bhosale will chair this committee.
• Other members include IPS officer Laxmi Gautam, former IAS officer Ganesh Patil, and retired judge P.D. Naik.
• This committee was formed after a 10-day protest by MPSC aspirants in Pune demanding transparent recruitment and protesting against exam irregularities.
• This committee has two months to investigate recruitment concerns and recommend reforms.

Question 19: Which 2010-batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre has been appointed as the new Deputy Election Commissioner in the Election Commission?

Answer: Prakash Rajpurohit

• Extra Facts:
• This appointment was made under the Personnel Ministry's order dated October 10-11, 2026.
• Rajpurohit replaces Sanjay Kumar and had previously served as a Joint Secretary in the Department of Defence Production.
• This appointment was part of a broader administrative reshuffle covering 27 civil servants at the Joint Secretary level and equivalent posts.
• The Election Commission of India administers elections to Parliament, State Legislatures, and the offices of the President and Vice President.
• Rajpurohit's tenure will run until April 8, 2030, and the ECI primarily derives its power from Article 324 of the Constitution.

Question 20: The World Bank has discussed providing a potential total assistance of up to how many billion dollars to countries affected by rising energy prices and economic shocks?

Answer: Up to $100 billion

• Extra Facts:
• World Bank President Ajay Banga stated that the bank is discussing this with 30-40 affected countries.
• The bank initially made $25 billion available through a crisis financing window.
• An additional $35 billion could be mobilized by redirecting resources from approved projects, bringing the total assistance to $60 billion.
• If the situation worsens, the total funding could reach $100 billion.
• This potential assistance exceeds the more than $70 billion disbursed by the bank during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Question 21: From when to when is the festival of Sharad Navratri 2026 being observed, and with which festival will it conclude?

Answer: Starting from October 11 to October 20, 2026 (Vijayadashami)

• Extra Facts:
• This nine-day Hindu festival is dedicated to Goddess Durga and her nine forms (Navadurga).
• Ghatasthapana marks the beginning of the festival with the installation of a sacred pot.
• Maha Ashtami falls on October 18 and Maha Navami on October 19.
• The main attractions include Garba and Dandiya in Gujarat, Durga Puja in West Bengal, and Ramlila in Uttar Pradesh and other northern states.
• This festival symbolizes the victory of good over evil (Goddess Durga's victory over Mahishasura).

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