Daily current affairs quiz
Current Affairs Questions, 26 October 2026
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Read the day's stories- Q1
Which state development body is involved in the land acquisition case in Ayodhya, as per the news?
Explanation: The article states that the Allahabad High Court had given directions to the 'Uttar Pradesh Avas Evam Vikas Parishad' (Uttar Pradesh Housing and Development Council) regarding the land acquisition process in Ayodhya.
- Q2
Consider the following statements regarding the Ayodhya land acquisition case:
- 1.The Supreme Court has cancelled the acquisition of 450 acres of land in Ayodhya.
- 2.The Allahabad High Court had directed that benefits similar to the 2013 Land Acquisition Act be provided to landowners.
- 3.The farmers' counsel argued that Social Impact Assessment is a crucial safeguard under the 2013 Act.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: The Supreme Court has reserved its judgment, not cancelled the acquisition. Statement 2 is correct: The article mentions the HC directed benefits similar to the 2013 Act. Statement 3 is correct: The farmers' counsel emphasized SIA as a key safeguard. Hence, option C is correct.
- Q3
Under which Union Ministry does the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) function?
Explanation: The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) is one of the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) of India. All CAPFs, including ITBP, function under the administrative control of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA). The Indian Army, which is different, functions under the Ministry of Defence.
- Q4
Consider the following statements regarding the recent news on Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP):
- 1.ITBP has proposed raising 20 additional battalions to enhance its strength along the India-China border.
- 2.The proposal includes plans to acquire modern equipment and drone surveillance systems to improve operational capabilities.
- 3.The ITBP is primarily responsible for guarding India's maritime borders with neighbouring countries.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article which states ITBP needs 20 additional battalions. Statement 2 is correct as the article mentions focus on modern equipment and drones. Statement 3 is incorrect because ITBP guards the India-China land border in the Himalayas, not maritime borders. The Indian Coast Guard is responsible for maritime borders.
- Q5
As per the Supreme Court order, which entities are primarily responsible for ensuring basic facilities for women lawyers in district courts?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the Supreme Court held it is the duty of all High Courts and state governments to ensure women lawyers get a separate bar room with all facilities. This places the primary implementation responsibility on them.
- Q6
Consider the following statements regarding the recent Supreme Court order on facilities for women lawyers:
- 1.The order mandates the provision of separate bar rooms and washrooms in all Supreme Court and High Court premises.
- 2.The directive is applicable irrespective of the number of women lawyers practicing in a court.
- 3.The bench hearing the matter was headed by Chief Justice of India Suryakant.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect as the order is for district and taluka courts, not the Supreme Court and High Courts. Statement 2 is correct as the bench stated facilities must be provided regardless of the number of women lawyers. Statement 3 is correct as the bench was headed by CJI Suryakant.
- Q7
Consider the following statements regarding E100 fuel and flex-fuel vehicles:
- 1.E100 fuel is a blend containing 100% ethanol and no petrol.
- 2.Vehicles designed to run on standard E20 petrol can safely use E85 or E100 fuel.
- 3.Increased use of ethanol as fuel can help reduce India's dependence on crude oil imports.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as E100 is defined as 100% pure ethanol. Statement 2 is incorrect as the article clearly states that E20 or regular petrol vehicles cannot use E85/E100 fuel; only specially designed flex-fuel vehicles can. Statement 3 is correct as one of the key benefits mentioned is reducing crude oil dependency.
- Q8
According to the article, what is the primary raw material source for producing ethanol used in E100 fuel?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that ethanol is a biofuel prepared mainly from plants, sugarcane, and maize. Crude oil, natural gas, and coal are fossil fuels and not sources for bio-ethanol.
- Q9
The Brahmaputra River is known by which name in the Tibet Autonomous Region of China?
Explanation: As mentioned in the article, the Brahmaputra River originates in Tibet where it is known as the Yarlung Tsangpo. It becomes the Siang in Arunachal Pradesh and then the Brahmaputra in Assam.
- Q10
Consider the following statements regarding the news:
- 1.Chinese scientists have projected an increase in water flow and flood risk in the Brahmaputra River basin during the 21st century.
- 2.The research for this projection was based on ice-core data from the Himalayas spanning the last 500 years.
- 3.The proposed dam on the Brahmaputra by China is expected to have a capacity three times that of the Aswan Dam in Egypt.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the research used tree-ring data from 1325-2020, not ice-core data. Statement 3 is incorrect; the dam's capacity is compared to be three times that of China's Three Gorges Dam, not the Aswan Dam.
- Q11
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), which approved the ₹2.12 lakh crore procurement, functions under which Union Ministry?
Explanation: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is the highest decision-making body for capital acquisitions in the Ministry of Defence, Government of India. It is chaired by the Defence Minister.
- Q12
Consider the following statements regarding the recent Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) approvals:
- 1.The total value of the approved procurement is ₹2.12 lakh crore.
- 2.Approximately 75% of the procurement will be sourced from Indian industries.
- 3.The approvals include equipment like kamikaze drones and light multi-role helicopters for the Indian Army.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article (₹2.12 lakh crore). Statement 2 is incorrect; the domestic procurement target is 82%, not 75%. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions kamikaze drones and light multi-role helicopters for the Indian Army. Hence, option C is correct.
- Q13
Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court's recent observation on judicial officers' retirement age:
- 1.The Supreme Court has directed that the retirement age for district judicial officers be uniformly raised to 65 years across all states.
- 2.The Court stated that the issue of retirement age is a matter between the Supreme Court and the states, falling under its consultative jurisdiction.
- 3.States that agree to raise the retirement age to 62 years must amend their service rules, with the High Court assessing the officer's suitability.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: The age is being raised to 62 years, not 65 years. Statement 2 is correct as per the article: the SC noted the issue is a matter between it and the states under its consultative jurisdiction. Statement 3 is correct: states must amend rules, and the High Court assesses suitability.
- Q14
According to the Supreme Court's observation, how many states have agreed to raise the retirement age of district judicial officers to 62 years?
Explanation: The article clearly states that the Supreme Court expressed satisfaction that 14 states have agreed to raise the retirement age from 60 to 62 years. The other numbers are plausible distractors.
- Q15
Consider the following statements regarding the news:
- 1.The Election Commission of India stated that all orders for the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls were passed by a unanimous decision.
- 2.The affidavit clarified that Form 6 itself was amended to introduce the concept of 'mapping' for voter verification.
- 3.The ECINet portal is the IT tool through which Electoral Registration Officers perform their statutory functions related to electoral rolls.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the ECI affidavit. Statement 2 is incorrect; the affidavit clarified that only an 'Additional Declaration' annexed to Form 6 was amended, not the statutory Form 6 itself. Statement 3 is correct as the article states ECINet is the tool for EROs. Hence, option C is correct.
- Q16
According to the ECI affidavit, on which of the following dates was an order for scheduling the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls NOT issued?
Explanation: The affidavit mentions SIR orders issued on 24.06.2025, 27.10.2025, and 14.05.2026. The date 23 September 2026 is mentioned in the article as the publication date of an Indian Express report, not as a date for an SIR order.
- Q17
The FAST-DS scheme, aimed at disclosure of foreign assets, is implemented by which government department?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the Income Tax Department is implementing the Foreign Assets of Small Taxpayers-Disclosure Scheme (FAST-DS) and is using AEOI data to nudge taxpayers.
- Q18
Consider the following statements regarding the FAST-DS scheme:
- 1.It provides immunity from prosecution under the Black Money Act, 2015 upon valid declaration.
- 2.The scheme applies only to undisclosed foreign assets located within the United Arab Emirates.
- 3.The deadline for making disclosures under this scheme is December 31, 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article: 'a valid declaration brings immunity from further assessment, penalty and prosecution under the Black Money Act'. Statement 2 is incorrect; while the article mentions UAE property owners as an example, the scheme is not limited to UAE assets. Statement 3 is correct as the article states disclosures can be made till December 31.
- Q19
Consider the following statements regarding the caseload of the Supreme Court of India:
- 1.As per the article, the Supreme Court currently has a sanctioned strength of 38 judges, increased from 34 in May 2026.
- 2.Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) constitute nearly 50% of the fresh case filings in the Supreme Court.
- 3.The National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) is the source for data on pending cases in Indian courts.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct: The article states the sanctioned strength was increased from 34 to 38 judges in May 2026. Statement 2 is incorrect: The article mentions SLPs account for around 80% of fresh filings, not 50%. Statement 3 is correct: The article cites the latest available data from the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG). Hence, option C is correct.
- Q20
According to the analysis in the article, approximately what percentage of fresh case filings in the Supreme Court are Special Leave Petitions (SLPs)?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) are the dominant category of cases filed in the Supreme Court, with some estimates suggesting they account for around 80 per cent of fresh filings. The other options are plausible distractors but do not match the figure provided in the source.
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