Thursday, October 1, 2026

1st October 2026 Current Affairs MCQ Quiz

By Arjun Verma · GK & Current Affairs Expert

Current Affairs 20 Questions

Test your general knowledge with today's current affairs quiz covering Current Affairs. 20 questions to challenge your understanding.

This quiz for Thursday, October 1, 2026 covers the most important current affairs of the day — government decisions, appointments, economy, sports, science & technology, and international affairs. All 20 MCQ questions include detailed explanations to help you understand the context behind each answer. Ideal for UPSC Prelims, SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, and RRB NTPC 2026 aspirants.
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Recently, the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation launched the Sub-Sectoral Trial Index of Services Production. What's the designated base year for this new economic indicator?

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2

During the 17th Aadhaar Day celebrations in Kolkata, the Unique Identification Authority of India rolled out five fresh administrative initiatives. Which ministry exercises administrative control over this authority?

3

Union Minister Amit Shah recently introduced the 'PRAHAAR' conference framework in New Delhi. How many core pillars form the bedrock of this national counter-terrorism strategy?

4

India's maiden PRAMAAN certification under the Indian Forest and Wood Certification Scheme was recently handed out. Which institution is entrusted with implementing this landmark standard?

5

In an effort to bolster the National Statistical Business Register, the Ministry of MSME partnered with MoSPI. Through which technological interface will the Udyam registration data flow between these bodies?

6

Defence researchers recently collaborated with CSIR-CGCRI to engineer advanced lightweight bulletproof glass for military vehicles. Which technology lies at the heart of this ballistic protection?

7

Air Ayodhya recently secured its initial regulatory clearance from civil aviation authorities to connect regional hubs under a popular government scheme. What is the full form of this connectivity initiative?

8

Five iconic Indian locations were newly inducted into the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List. Which state is home to four of these freshly added cultural landmarks, including the Udaigiri and Bagh caves?

9

A joint study by global agencies highlighted that India accounts for a massive share of children lacking basic school sanitation facilities. Which two international organisations authored this comprehensive WASH report?

10

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority recently secured India's inaugural blue financing package with a major international banking group. Which multilateral institution extended this USD 70 million loan for shore power infrastructure?

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11

Tech giant Apple rolled out its mobile payment service in India through partnerships with select banking institutions. Which private sector bank's credit cards were initially supported for this launch?

12

Bank of India made waves by launching a user-level programmable Central Bank Digital Currency with auto-issuance. Which technology firm engineered this platform capability?

13

The Lalit Kala Akademi announced top artistic honors during its 65th National Exhibition of Art. What does this premier national cultural institution primarily promote?

14

Jharkhand's traditional folk percussion instrument 'Mandar' earned a prestigious intellectual property recognition recently. What legal tag was granted to this cultural asset?

15

Edward Rukidi Kijanangoma was crowned as the 13th king of the historic Tooro Kingdom. In which African nation is this traditional monarchy situated?

16

The United Nations marks the International Day for Universal Access to Information every year in late September. On which specific date does this global observance fall?

17

The Union Government slashed the Basic Customs Duty on imported edible oils to tame food inflation. What economic trade-off does this administrative adjustment primarily highlight?

18

The Ministry of Home Affairs recently extended controversial special security legislation in parts of the Northeast. When was the original Armed Forces Special Powers Act enacted by Parliament?

19

Constitutional debates resurfaced around Jammu and Kashmir's governance framework following recent legislative resolutions. Through which specific legal clause was Article 370 rendered inoperative in August 2019?

20

The historic Instrument of Accession integrating the princely state of Jammu and Kashmir into the Indian Union was signed in which eventful year?

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Key Facts — 1stOctober2026

  • The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation launched the Sub-Sectoral Trial Index of Services Production with 2024–25 as its designated base year.
  • The Unique Identification Authority of India rolled out five fresh administrative initiatives during the 17th Aadhaar Day celebrations held in Kolkata.
  • The Ministry of MSME partnered with MoSPI to bolster the National Statistical Business Register using advanced technology.

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1stOctober2026 Current Affairs — Key Highlights

This 1stOctober2026 current affairs quiz covers the most important GK events of the day — government decisions, appointments, economy, sports, science & technology, and international affairs. All 20 MCQ questions include detailed explanations to help you understand the context behind each answer.

1stOctober current affairs questions are frequently asked in UPSC Prelims GS-I, SSC CGL General Awareness, SSC CHSL GK, and RRB NTPC General Awareness sections. Practising daily MCQs with explanations helps you retain events in context — not just memorise isolated facts.

Explore all quizzes from October2026 Current Affairs or strengthen your fundamentals with our Static GK sections on Indian History, Geography, Polity, Economy, and more.

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Arjun Verma Current Affairs Expert

UPSC · SSC CGL · RRB NTPC Faculty & Current Affairs Specialist

With over 10 years of experience teaching current affairs and GK to competitive exam aspirants, Arjun has helped 50,000+ students prepare for UPSC, SSC CGL, CHSL, and RRB NTPC exams. He specialises in breaking down complex current affairs into easy-to-remember MCQs with detailed explanations tailored for Indian competitive exams.

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