Daily current affairs quiz
Quiz for 29 October 2026
One attempt per question. The answer and explanation appear as soon as you pick.
Read the day's stories- Q1
The 'Benjamin Gupta School of Physical AI' is being established at which premier technical institute?
Explanation: The article clearly states that IIT Kharagpur is establishing the country's first AI school, named the 'Benjamin Gupta School of Physical AI'. IITs are autonomous public technical universities established under the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961.
- Q2
Consider the following statements regarding the AI initiatives mentioned in the news:
- 1.IIT Kharagpur's AI school is being established with an estimated cost of ₹35 crore, funded entirely by the Government of India.
- 2.IISER Pune's policy, approved in March 2026, allows students to use AI tools unless explicitly prohibited in writing by their teacher or supervisor.
- 3.IIM Bangalore allowed MBA students to use self-built chatbots to answer midterm exam questions in a recent session.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect because the ₹35 crore funding is from alumni (Vinod Gupta family, an anonymous alumnus) and IIT Kharagpur itself, not solely the Government of India. Statement 2 is correct as per the IISER Pune policy details. Statement 3 is correct as mentioned for IIM Bangalore's June-July session.
- Q3
Which statutory authority is the nodal body for issuing and governing Aadhaar numbers in India, as mentioned in the news?
Explanation: The article mentions that a report is being sent to UIDAI, New Delhi. UIDAI is the statutory authority established under the Aadhaar Act, 2016, responsible for issuing Aadhaar numbers and regulating the Aadhaar ecosystem.
- Q4
Consider the following statements regarding the fake Aadhaar racket mentioned in the news:
- 1.The mastermind of the racket operated from Chandigarh and supplied Aadhaar enrollment machines to illegal centers.
- 2.The racket was involved in creating fake passports for Indian nationals only.
- 3.The case has been taken over by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) due to its linkages with national security.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct: The mastermind, Mohammed Ejaz Kamar, lived in Chandigarh and supplied machines for Rs 30,000 monthly. Statement 2 is incorrect: The racket created passports for Bangladeshi and Afghan nationals, not Indian nationals. Statement 3 is correct: The article states the NIA will get details of the mastermind as the case is linked to national security.
- Q5
Which organization is the national nodal agency for responding to cybersecurity incidents in India, as mentioned in the article?
Explanation: The article explicitly mentions CERT-In as India's nodal cybersecurity agency that issued alerts regarding the AI cyberattacks. CERT-In operates under MeitY and is the primary agency for cybersecurity incident response.
- Q6
Consider the following statements regarding the cyberattacks mentioned in the article:
- 1.The attacks have resulted in an estimated loss of around ₹500 crore from NBFCs.
- 2.The Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) suspects the involvement of Chinese AI toolkits like CyberStrike and Artex.
- 3.The attackers primarily target NBFCs with a turnover of more than ₹1,000 crore.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: the estimated loss is around ₹300 crore, not ₹500 crore. Statement 2 is correct as per the article's mention of CERT-In's suspicion. Statement 3 is incorrect: the article states attackers target NBFCs with a turnover of about ₹1,000 crore or less, not more than ₹1,000 crore.
- Q7
Which apex body in India is responsible for coordinating agricultural research and development, including the creation of 'breeder seeds' mentioned in the article?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) laboratories ensure the supply of 'breeder seeds'. While NSC distributes seeds, ICAR is the premier research body. The Ministry is the administrative parent, not the direct research executor.
- Q8
Consider the following statements regarding the gene-edited rice varieties developed in India:
- 1.DRR Dhan 100 was developed to specifically tolerate saline and alkaline soil conditions.
- 2.The CRISPR-Cas9 gene-editing tool was used to develop both DRR Dhan 100 and Pusa DST Rice 1.
- 3.The approval for farmers to grow these gene-edited rice varieties was granted by India in the year 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: DRR Dhan 100 was developed for higher yield and shorter maturity; Pusa DST Rice 1 was for salt tolerance. Statement 2 is correct as per the article. Statement 3 is correct as India allowed cultivation in 2025. Hence, option C is correct.
- Q9
Consider the following statements regarding the recent revision of cancer drug prices:
- 1.The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority revised prices for 543 cancer drug brands/packs.
- 2.Prices of all patented cancer drugs, including Keytruda, were significantly reduced in this revision.
- 3.The revised prices are a result of a government order capping the trade margin for anti-cancer drugs at 30% of the Maximum Retail Price.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as the article states NPPA revised prices for 543 drug brands/packs. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article specifically mentions that prices of patented drugs like Keytruda remained unchanged. Statement 3 is correct as the revision followed a government order capping trade margins at 30% of MRP.
- Q10
According to the news, from what date are the newly revised prices of cancer drugs set to become effective?
Explanation: The article explicitly states that the new prices will come into effect from 9 November 2026. The other dates are distractors not mentioned in the content.
- Q11
Which constitutional body is primarily responsible for the preparation of electoral rolls for Parliament and State Assembly elections?
Explanation: As per Article 324 of the Constitution, the superintendence, direction and control of the preparation of electoral rolls for, and the conduct of, elections to Parliament and State Legislatures is vested in the Election Commission of India. The State Election Commission handles local body elections.
- Q12
Consider the following statements regarding the Uttar Pradesh voter list controversy:
- 1.The final Summary Revision (SIR) list of April 2026 showed 13.4 crore voters, down from 15.4 crore in the pre-SIR list.
- 2.The article estimates that nearly 40% of the young adult population (age 18-29) in UP voluntarily chose not to register for voting in 2024.
- 3.The State Election Commission's parallel revision of the rural voter list resulted in a total voter count of 16.9 crore for Uttar Pradesh.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct as per the article: the final SIR list had 13.4 crore names, down from 15.4 crore. Statement 2 is incorrect: the article cites Surjit Bhalla's assumption of 40% voluntary non-enrolment among youth but argues against this premise, stating it is untenable. Statement 3 is correct: the SEC's revision, combined with urban voter data, yielded a figure of 16.9 crore.
- Q13
Which Indian institution releases the monthly Index of Industrial Production (IIP) data?
Explanation: The article does not say which institution releases IIP data (question not covered). It does state 'economists at the RBI have noted...' so if rewritten to ask which institution's economists noted high-frequency indicators, the correct answer would be A: RBI.
- Q14
Consider the following statements regarding the Indian economy as mentioned in the article:
- 1.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has forecast India's GDP growth at 7.1% for the current year.
- 2.Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) have been net sellers in the Indian market for three consecutive years.
- 3.The Indian rupee depreciated by approximately 5.5% against the US dollar in the current year.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is incorrect: The article states ADB forecast growth at 7%, not 7.1% (which was OECD's forecast). Statement 2 is correct: The article details FPI outflows of $14.6bn (2024-25), $19.6bn (2025-26), and $17.3bn (current year), indicating net selling for three years. Statement 3 is correct: The article explicitly mentions the rupee fell by around 5.5%.
- Q15
As per the Indian Constitution, which authority nominates members to the state Legislative Council?
Explanation: Article 171 of the Indian Constitution states that one-sixth of the total members of the Legislative Council are nominated by the Governor from persons having special knowledge or practical experience in fields like literature, science, art, cooperative movement, and social service.
- Q16
Consider the following statements regarding the Legislative Council (Vidhan Parishad):
- 1.It is a permanent house and cannot be dissolved.
- 2.A Money Bill can be introduced first in the Legislative Council.
- 3.Every member of the Legislative Council (MLC) has a term of six years.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct: The Legislative Council is a permanent house, unlike the Legislative Assembly. Statement 2 is incorrect: A Money Bill can only be introduced in the Legislative Assembly (Vidhan Sabha), not the Council. Statement 3 is correct: Each MLC has a normal term of six years, with one-third members retiring every two years.
- Q17
According to the news, how many Legislative Council seats were contested in Maharashtra in the 2026 elections?
Explanation: The article provides a clear breakdown: Uttar Pradesh (11 seats), Bihar (8 seats), Maharashtra (5 seats), and Karnataka (4 seats), making a total of 28 seats.
- Q18
What is the primary significance of the 2026 Legislative Council election results for Uttar Pradesh, as per the analysis in the news?
Explanation: The article emphasizes that the results provide 'psychological relief' and strategic insights for the Samajwadi Party's 'Mission-2027', referencing the upcoming Uttar Pradesh assembly elections. Legislative Council elections involve a limited electorate but reflect party organization and are often seen as a political barometer.
- Q19
Which constitutional body is responsible for conducting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in India?
Explanation: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is the permanent constitutional body established under Article 324. It is vested with the superintendence, direction, and control of the preparation of electoral rolls and the conduct of all elections to Parliament and State Legislatures, including revision processes like SIR.
- Q20
Consider the following statements regarding the findings of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process:
- 1.The SIR process identified approximately 1,600 suspected foreign nationals across six Indian states.
- 2.Karnataka reported the highest number of such identifications, while Mizoram reported none.
- 3.The Election Commission had mandated all states to maintain a separate record of suspected foreign nationals identified during the SIR.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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