Daily current affairs quiz
Current Affairs Questions, 28 October 2026
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Read the day's stories- Q1
Which Indian organization is primarily responsible for the development of the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) and the SpaDeX docking mission?
Explanation: The article clearly states that the Department of Space/ISRO is developing the NGLV and conducted the SpaDeX mission. While IN-SPACe is a regulatory body and DRDO/DAE are collaborators in specific areas, ISRO is the primary executing agency for India's space program.
- Q2
Consider the following statements regarding India's space technologies:
- 1.The Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) has a maximum payload capacity of 10 tonnes to Low Earth Orbit (LEO).
- 2.India became the fourth country to demonstrate autonomous docking of two spacecraft in orbit through the SpaDeX mission.
- 3.ISRO's indigenous cryogenic upper stage uses liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen as propellants.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: NGLV's capacity is 30 tonnes to LEO, while 10 tonnes is the capacity of the current LVM3. Statement 2 is correct as per the article. Statement 3 is correct as the indigenous cryogenic stage uses LH2 and LOX.
- Q3
Which institution is primarily responsible for managing liquidity and defending the rupee's value in India, as discussed in the news?
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is India's central bank and the primary authority for monetary policy, currency management, and regulating the banking system. The article clearly states that RBI is taking steps to manage liquidity and support the rupee.
- Q4
Consider the following statements regarding the liquidity situation discussed in the news:
- 1.The surplus cash in the banking system reduced from about ₹11 lakh crore to over ₹46,000 crore within a few weeks.
- 2.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is injecting additional liquidity to help banks meet the cash shortage.
- 3.One stated objective of maintaining tight liquidity is to increase the cost of hedging against further fall in the rupee.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article: surplus fell from ₹11 lakh crore to ₹46,200 crore. Statement 2 is incorrect; the RBI is NOT injecting but absorbing liquidity and providing only limited support (capped at ₹1.5 lakh crore). Statement 3 is correct as analysts state tight liquidity aims to raise the cost of hedging/speculating against the rupee.
- Q5
Which ministry is the nodal agency for implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) in India?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) is implementing the National Green Hydrogen Mission. MNRE is the central ministry responsible for policies and programmes relating to new and renewable energy.
- Q6
Consider the following statements regarding India's National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM):
- 1.It has an outlay of ₹19,744 crore and aims for 5 million metric tonnes of annual green hydrogen production by 2030.
- 2.The Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) programme is its financial arm with an outlay of ₹15,000 crore.
- 3.Green hydrogen, as per India's standard, must not exceed 5 kg of CO₂ equivalent emissions per kg of hydrogen produced.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect because the SIGHT outlay is ₹17,490 crore, not ₹15,000 crore. Statement 3 is incorrect as India's Green Hydrogen Standard sets the emission ceiling at 2 kg CO₂ equivalent per kg of H₂, not 5 kg.
- Q7
Which central agency was the prosecuting body in the UAPA case discussed in the Supreme Court judgment?
Explanation: The article explicitly mentions that the National Investigation Agency (NIA) was the prosecuting agency that failed to provide evidence of the accused's illegal entry. The NIA is India's premier counter-terrorism investigation agency.
- Q8
Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court's judgment on bail for foreigners under UAPA:
- 1.The Court ruled that the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act completely prohibits bail for foreign nationals.
- 2.The judgment places the burden of proving illegal entry of a foreign accused on the prosecution.
- 3.The Supreme Court upheld a Madras High Court order from December 2023 in this matter.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect as the Court clarified that bail is NOT completely prohibited for foreigners under UAPA if their entry was legal. Statement 2 is correct as the Court held the prosecution must prove illegal entry. Statement 3 is correct as the SC upheld the Madras HC order dated December 12, 2023.
- Q9
Which ministry is responsible for India's external diplomatic engagements, as mentioned in the news?
Explanation: The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) is the nodal ministry for India's foreign policy and diplomatic relations. The article mentions the MEA spokesperson announcing the minister's travels.
- Q10
Consider the following statements regarding the diplomatic visits mentioned in the news:
- 1.The G20 Foreign Ministers' Meeting is being held in Atlanta, USA.
- 2.The Quad Foreign Ministers' Meeting includes representatives from India, USA, Japan, and Australia.
- 3.The Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) is being held in Antigua & Barbuda.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: The article supports statements 1 (G20 FMM in Atlanta) and 3 (CHOGM in Antigua & Barbuda). It does not explicitly state that the Quad meeting includes the USA—only that Jaishankar will meet top diplomats from Australia and Japan—so option D (All three) is not fully supported.
- Q11
Consider the following statements regarding the Allahabad High Court judgment on wages for daily wagers:
- 1.The court imposed a cost of ₹1 lakh on the Uttar Pradesh government for denying minimum wages.
- 2.The court held that daily wagers are entitled to all allowances and increments like regular employees.
- 3.The judgment is based on the legal principle established in the Puttilal case.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the article states the court imposed ₹1 lakh cost. Statement 2 is incorrect because the article specifies that the single bench had ordered minimum wage but 'however, allowances and increments will not be received.' Statement 3 is correct as the article explicitly states the Puttilal case had already settled the law.
- Q12
According to the news, what was the monthly wage being paid to the daily wager forest watchmen before the court's intervention?
Explanation: The article clearly states that Ramesh and Umesh, working as watchmen in Sonbhadra, were receiving only ₹6,162 per month. The minimum wage they were entitled to was ₹18,000 per month.
- Q13
Which statutory body is the nodal implementing agency for the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) at the national level?
Explanation: As per the article, PMEGP is administered by the Ministry of MSME and implemented nationally by the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC). NSIC and Coir Board are supporting agencies, while SIDBI is not mentioned as the nodal implementer.
- Q14
Consider the following statements regarding the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP):
- 1.It is a credit-linked subsidy programme aimed at creating sustainable self-employment opportunities through micro-enterprises.
- 2.Since its inception in 2014-15, the scheme has facilitated the establishment of more than 8.38 lakh micro enterprises.
- 3.Under the scheme, the Margin Money subsidy provided by the government constitutes 100% of the project cost for the beneficiary.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as PMEGP is described as a flagship credit-linked subsidy programme for self-employment. Statement 2 is correct as the article states 'Since FY 2014-15, PMEGP has facilitated the establishment of more than 8.38 lakh micro enterprises'. Statement 3 is incorrect; the Margin Money subsidy is a contribution on the bank-sanctioned loan, not 100% of the project cost.
- Q15
Which ministry is responsible for the National Green Hydrogen Mission and the projections for renewable energy investment mentioned in the news?
Explanation: The article explicitly mentions Santosh Sarangi, Secretary of the Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), providing the investment projections. The National Green Hydrogen Mission is also under the purview of MNRE.
- Q16
Consider the following statements regarding the news on India's renewable energy investment:
- 1.The total investment required in the renewable energy sector from FY27 to FY30 is projected to be $220 billion.
- 2.The largest share of this investment is allocated for wind energy infrastructure development.
- 3.A pilot project is evaluating green ammonia as a potential substitute for urea in agriculture across 10,000 acres.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the largest share is for solar energy ($70-75 billion), not wind energy. Statement 3 is correct as the Indian Council of Agricultural Research, with the National Green Hydrogen Mission, is conducting this pilot.
- Q17
Consider the following statements regarding the news about the parliamentary panel review:
- 1.The panel reviewing the RTI Act is the Department-related Standing Committee on Personnel, Public Grievances, Law and Justice.
- 2.The Central Information Commission is currently functioning with only 7 commissioners against a sanctioned strength of 11.
- 3.The panel will also review the implementation of reservation policies for SCs, STs, OBCs, and persons with disabilities in central services.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article states the CIC is working with its full sanctioned strength of 11 commissioners. Statement 3 is correct as mentioned in the article. Hence, option C is correct.
- Q18
What is the primary significance of the parliamentary committee's decision to review the RTI Act and CIC's functioning?
Explanation: The review, triggered by high pendency, aims to evaluate the implementation challenges of the RTI Act and the operational efficiency of the CIC. Its core objective is to recommend improvements to ensure this vital tool for citizen empowerment functions effectively, which is the essence of option B.
- Q19
Consider the following statements regarding the news:
- 1.The Supreme Court stated that the Election Commission of India's Bihar SIR judgment is a binding precedent.
- 2.Form 6 under the Registration of Electors Rules is meant for application by new voters.
- 3.The Supreme Court directed the ECI to consider extending the timeline for the Special Intensive Revision in Delhi.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect as the article explicitly states that Justice Bagchi clarified the Bihar judgment was not a 'binding precedent'. Statement 2 is correct; Form 6 is for new voter registration. Statement 3 is correct; the court asked the ECI not to stick to timelines and the ECI counsel assured to extend dates for Delhi SIR.
- Q20
According to the news, approximately how many voters across the country were reported to have been disenfranchised during the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls?
Explanation: The article states that the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls has disenfranchised nearly 13 crore voters across the country. The other options are plausible distractors but do not match the specific figure mentioned in the source.
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