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Question 1: When was World Arthritis Day 2026 observed, and what is its theme?

Answer: On October 12, and its theme is "Achieve Your Dreams".

Extra Facts:
This day raises awareness about rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases.
It is promoted by the European Alliance of Associations for Rheumatology (EULAR).
It was started in 1996 by Arthritis and Rheumatism International.

Question 2: Who has become the fastest batsman to score 2,000 runs in T20 International cricket?

Answer: Indian opener Abhishek Sharma.

Extra Facts:
He achieved this milestone against the West Indies on October 11, 2026.
He claimed this record in just 1,024 balls.
He surpassed Suryakumar Yadav's previous record of 1,164 balls.

Question 3: Where was the 5th Kautilya Economic Conclave 2026 held and what was its theme?

Answer: In New Delhi, with the theme "Resilience in an Age of Flux".

Extra Facts:
This conclave was organized from October 3 to 5, 2026.
It was organized by the Institute of Economic Growth in partnership with the Ministry of Finance.
It was inaugurated by Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan.

Question 4: Who has been awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics for the year 2026?

Answer: American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford.

Extra Facts:
They received this award for their work on macroeconomic stabilization.
Robert Hall is associated with Stanford University.
Michael Woodford is affiliated with Columbia University.

Question 5: Which famous place has been removed from the list of designated protest sites by the Delhi Police?

Answer: Jantar Mantar.

Extra Facts:
This decision was taken through a circular dated October 12, 2026.
Ramlila Maidan, Burari Ground, and CBD Ground are now designated for protests.
Jantar Mantar was built by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II in 1724.

Question 6: By which year has India set a target to achieve 100 gigawatts of wind energy capacity?

Answer: By the year 2030.

Extra Facts:
As of September 30, 2026, the country's installed wind energy capacity has reached 59.20 gigawatts.
Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated 'Windergy India 2026' in Chennai.
A record annual installation of 6.05 GW was registered in the financial year 2025-26.

Question 7: Who will be honored with France's highest civilian award, 'Legion of Honour'?

Answer: Sunil Bharti Mittal.

Extra Facts:
He is being given this honor for India-France economic and technical cooperation.
Its ceremony is scheduled for October 28, 2026, at the French Embassy in New Delhi.
It was established by Napoleon Bonaparte in 1802.

Question 8: Up to what amount is the World Bank considering to support to deal with the current crisis?

Answer: Up to 100 billion dollars.

Extra Facts:
Discussions are ongoing with 30 to 40 affected countries regarding this assistance.
The bank initially provided 25 billion dollars through an early crisis financing window.
According to President Ajay Banga, the total funding could be 100 billion dollars if needed.

Question 9: Which FSSAI certificate has been received by the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple in Ayodhya?

Answer: 'Eat Right Place of Worship' certificate.

Extra Facts:
This certificate was handed over during a ceremony on October 10, 2026.
It promotes food safety and hygiene in the distribution of Prasad and Langar.
This certificate is valid until October 10, 2028.

Question 10: When did Paradip Port set a new record for loading the highest amount of coal in a single day?

Answer: On October 10, 2026.

Extra Facts:
This plant loaded a total of 1,40,022 metric tons of coal onto two ships.
This broke the previous record of 1,37,500 metric tons set on May 29, 2022.
Paradip Port is located on the Bay of Bengal in Odisha.

Question 11: Who has been appointed as the Secretary of the Maharashtra MPSC Reforms Committee?

Answer: Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Tukaram Mundhe.

Extra Facts:
The chairman of this five-member committee is retired judge Dilip Bhosale.
This committee was constituted on October 11, 2026.
This committee will submit its recommendations within two months.

Question 12: In which province has Pakistan declared an emergency due to security and administrative concerns?

Answer: In Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

Extra Facts:
This announcement was made by President Asif Ali Zardari on October 11, 2026.
With this, the tenure of Chief Minister Sohail Afridi has ended.
An 11-member advisory council has been set up for administration.

Question 13: How many colors does the Credit Risk-o-Meter introduced by SEBI for debt securities have?

Answer: Six colors.

Extra Facts:
It was introduced through a circular dated October 7, 2026.
Irish Green indicates the lowest risk and Red indicates the highest risk.
It is mandatory to update it within 24 hours in case of a change in credit rating.

Question 14: In which country has the Indian Navy's INS Sahyadri arrived to participate in the 'INDRA-2026' exercise?

Answer: In Russia.

Extra Facts:
This exercise is being held in Vladivostok, Russia.
This exercise is scheduled from October 13 to 18, 2026.
Its objective is to enhance mutual cooperation between the navies of both countries.

Question 15: In which state has Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched development projects worth more than Rs 13,000 crore?

Answer: In Tamil Nadu.

Extra Facts:
This launch was done on October 11, 2026.
It includes the Poonamallee-Vadapalani section of Chennai Metro Phase-II.
He also dedicated the Sudha Gopalakrishnan Brain Centre at IIT Madras to the nation.

Question 16: Who has been appointed as the new Deputy Election Commissioner of India?

Answer: Prakash Rajpurohit.

Extra Facts:
He is a 2010 batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre.
He has replaced Sanjay Kumar.
This appointment is part of the October 2026 administrative reshuffle.

Question 17: Which weather phenomenon has intensified due to the increase in temperature in the Pacific Ocean?

Answer: 'El Niño' phenomenon.

Extra Facts:
In September 2026, the temperature in this region reached 29.70°C.
This temperature is even higher than in previous strong El Niño years.
The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has predicted it to peak in December.

Question 18: From when to when is the holy festival of Sharad Navratri 2026 being celebrated?

Answer: From October 11 to October 20, 2026.

Extra Facts:
This nine-day festival is dedicated to the nine forms of Goddess Durga.
Maha Ashtami will be celebrated on October 18 and Maha Navami on October 19.
This festival will conclude with Vijayadashami.

Question 19: When did the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) celebrate its 33rd foundation day?

Answer: On October 12, 2026.

Extra Facts:
This event was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
The Chief Guest for this event was the Chief Justice of India, Justice Surya Kant.
It was established on October 12, 1993.

Question 20: In which exercise has the Indian Navy's INS Trishul participated with the Royal Navy?

Answer: In 'Exercise KONKAN-2026'.

Extra Facts:
This exercise is being held in Plymouth, United Kingdom.
It is scheduled from October 8 to 15, 2026.
INS Trishul is the second ship of the Talwar class.

Question 21: Which mission has the Government of India launched for self-reliance in pulses?

Answer: 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses'.

Extra Facts:
Its target is to produce 350 lakh tons by 2030-31.
A financial outlay of Rs 11,440 crore has been fixed for this for six years.
It will primarily promote crops of tur, urad, and masoor.

Question 22: Which year of implementation has the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) recently completed?

Answer: First year.

Extra Facts:
This scheme was launched in 2025.
It targets 100 districts with agricultural productivity.
It integrates 36 central schemes across 11 ministries.

Question 23: Where has the new headquarters of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) been opened?

Answer: In Lodhi Estate, New Delhi.

Extra Facts:
It was inaugurated on October 12, 2026.
It focuses on the conservation of seven big cat species.
Financial support of Rs 150 crore has been provided under this.

Question 24: What has India's Retail Inflation increased to in September 2026?

Answer: 5.54%.

Extra Facts:
In August 2026, it was 4.83%.
Food inflation has increased to 7.74%.
Rural inflation was recorded at 6.08% and urban inflation at 4.88%.

Question 25: Where is the first National SARAS Mela 2026 being organized?

Answer: At Punnami Ghat, Vijayawada (Andhra Pradesh).

Extra Facts:
This fair is being held from October 13 to 31, 2026.
It is being organized by the Union Ministry of Rural Development.
Over 1,500 women from more than 30 states are participating in it.

Question 26: Which prestigious award has Shubman Gill recently received?

Answer: ICC Player of the Month award.

Extra Facts:
This is his fifth ICC Player of the Month award.
He received this award for his brilliant performance against the West Indies.
He scored 110 runs in the first ODI.

Question 27: With which country has Bangladesh signed a loan agreement for the modernization of the Mongla Port?

Answer: With China.

Extra Facts:
This agreement is worth $335.78 million.
This loan is at a 2% interest rate and a 20-year repayment period.
Mongla Port is the second-largest port in Bangladesh.

Question 28: In how many states has President Droupadi Murmu reshuffled the governors?

Answer: In six states.

Extra Facts:
This announcement was made on October 12, 2026.
Brij Mohan Ram has been appointed as the Governor of Odisha.
Article 155 of the Indian Constitution deals with the appointment of the Governor.

Question 29: Which third indigenous warship has the Indian Navy commissioned?

Answer: INS Mangrol (P82).

Extra Facts:
It was commissioned in Mumbai on October 12, 2026.
It is a Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft.
It has been built by Cochin Shipyard Limited.

Question 30: When is the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction observed?

Answer: On October 13.

Extra Facts:
The theme for the year 2026 is "Resilience starts at home".
It highlights the importance of safe and disaster-resilient housing.
It was started by the United Nations in 1989.

Question 31: Which center has been inaugurated by India and the United Kingdom in New Delhi?

Answer: BRIC-CDFD–ONT India Genomics Centre of Excellence.

Extra Facts:
It was inaugurated on October 12, 2026.
This inauguration took place during the 8th India-UK Science and Innovation Council meeting.
Its objective is to conduct research on rare diseases and cancer.

Question 32: Which mountain has the Indian Coast Guard team summited ahead of the Mount Everest expedition?

Answer: Mount Mukut.

Extra Facts:
This mountain is located at an altitude of 7,045 meters.
The team summited this peak on October 7, 2026.
This expedition was guided by the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Darjeeling.

Question 33: Which Union Territory has been declared as India's first 100% literate Union Territory?

Answer: Lakshadweep.

Extra Facts:
This announcement was made on October 11, 2026.
It was declared under the 'ULLAS - Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram'.
It was announced by Administrator Praful Patel.

Question 34: What has the International Monetary Fund (IMF) raised India's economic growth forecast to for the financial year 2027?

Answer: 7%.

Extra Facts:
This revision has been made in the IMF's World Economic Outlook report.
Strong domestic demand and services are the main reasons behind this.
The IMF has projected global GDP growth to be 3.1% in 2026.

Question 35: Which award has Shafali Verma received for September 2026?

Answer: ICC Women's Player of the Month.

Extra Facts:
She scored 360 runs in seven T20 International matches.
This is her second monthly award.
Her performance helped India win the Women's Asia Cup.

Question 36: How many years has the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan recently completed?

Answer: Five years.

Extra Facts:
It was launched in 2021.
This platform integrates infrastructure data.
Hundreds of projects have been evaluated under this so far.

Question 37: Which initiative has the Indian Army launched to improve the quality of soldiers' rations?

Answer: Bharat Rice initiative.

Extra Facts:
It was launched in New Delhi on October 12, 2026.
Under this, rice will be supplied by NAFED.
It will be delivered to various depots, including Ladakh and the Northeast.

Question 38: Which organization's home ministers' meeting did India host for the first time in New Delhi?

Answer: BIMSTEC.

Extra Facts:
This meeting was held on October 13, 2026.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah chaired it.
BIMSTEC was established on June 6, 1997.

Question 39: Which famous American actor of 'Breaking Bad' fame recently passed away?

Answer: RJ Mitte.

Extra Facts:
He passed away on October 12, 2026 (aged 34).
He was famous for his role as Walter "Flynn" White Jr. in the series.
He suffered from cerebral palsy and was an advocate for disability inclusion.

Question 40: Until when has NPCI deferred the proposed MDR charges on select UPI transactions?

Answer: Until after Diwali.

Extra Facts:
The proposed fee was 0.4%, which was to be levied on transactions above Rs 2,000.
It was originally scheduled to come into effect from October 15, 2026.
This decision was taken keeping in mind the concerns of merchants and the festive season.

Question 41: Where has the 9th India-Brazil-South Africa Maritime Exercise (IBSAMAR IX) commenced?

Answer: In Simon's Town, South Africa.

Extra Facts:
This exercise commenced on October 12, 2026.
The Indian Navy warship INS Tarkash is participating in it.
It strengthens maritime defense cooperation among the three countries.

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