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Daily Current Affairs Quiz (28 October 2026) — Solved Questions & Answers

Q: Q1: Consider the following statements regarding the recent Jio IPO: 1. It is India's largest IPO by issue size. 2. It recorded the highest number of applications globally for an IPO. 3. It achieved the highest number and value of applications in every investor category in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Correct Answer: Option (C) 1, 2 and 3. Explanation: All three statements are explicitly mentioned in the news as key achievements of the Jio IPO. It was declared India's largest IPO, had the highest global applications, and led in all Indian investor categories.

Q: Q2: The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, is currently under scrutiny by the Supreme Court primarily due to concerns regarding its impact on:

Correct Answer: Option (B) Journalistic activities and press freedom. Explanation: The petition filed by the Digital News Publishers Association specifically challenges the Act for not exempting journalistic activities, arguing it restricts the fundamental right to information and freedom of expression.

Q: Q3: India recently invited Pakistan's National Heritage and Culture Minister to which of the following forums?

Correct Answer: Option (C) SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum. Explanation: India extended the invitation for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)'s Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi, marking a significant diplomatic outreach.

Q: Q4: Which of the following states recorded the highest percentage decrease in its electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 2025-26?

Correct Answer: Option (C) Arunachal Pradesh. Explanation: While Karnataka saw an 18% dip (second highest), Arunachal Pradesh recorded the highest decrease at 22% in its electoral roll.

Q: Q5: The recent death of a cheetah cub from pellet wounds occurred in which National Park, raising concerns about wildlife protection?

Correct Answer: Option (C) Kuno National Park. Explanation: The incident of the cheetah cub dying from firearm pellets occurred at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, where the cheetah reintroduction project is underway.

Q: Q6: The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PMVGSY) has been approved as a:

Correct Answer: Option (B) Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved the PMVGSY as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, meaning the funding is shared between the Central Government and State Governments.

Q: Q7: India released key publications on Biodiversity Conservation, Biosafety, and Access and Benefit Sharing at CBD COP-17. Where was CBD COP-17 held?

Correct Answer: Option (C) Yerevan, Armenia. Explanation: The 17th Conference of the Parties (COP-17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) was held in Yerevan, Armenia.

Q: Q8: 'Srishti' (Yard 1283), recently launched, is a:

Correct Answer: Option (B) Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel for the Indian Coast Guard. Explanation: 'Srishti' (Yard 1283) is a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) launched to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Coast Guard.

Q: Q9: The Ministry of Textiles will reopen its PLI Scheme portal for new applications from November 1, 2026. The PLI Scheme in textiles primarily targets which of the following segments?

Correct Answer: Option (B) Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles. Explanation: The PLI Scheme for textiles specifically focuses on boosting domestic manufacturing in Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles.

Q: Q10: The Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) is a comprehensive scheme for the welfare of:

Correct Answer: Option (C) Senior citizens. Explanation: The Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) is dedicated to strengthening India's commitment to dignified ageing by providing support and welfare services for the elderly population.

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Question 1 of 10 UPSC High-Yield

ID: q1

Q1. Consider the following statements regarding the recent Jio IPO: 1. It is India's largest IPO by issue size. 2. It recorded the highest number of applications globally for an IPO. 3. It achieved the highest number and value of applications in every investor category in India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 2 and 3 only

C 1, 2 and 3

✓ Correct Answer

D 3 only

💡 Official Answer Key: Option C (1, 2 and 3) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

All three statements are explicitly mentioned in the news as key achievements of the Jio IPO. It was declared India's largest IPO, had the highest global applications, and led in all Indian investor categories.

Question 2 of 10 UPSC High-Yield

ID: q2

Q2. The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, is currently under scrutiny by the Supreme Court primarily due to concerns regarding its impact on:

A Foreign Direct Investment

B Journalistic activities and press freedom

✓ Correct Answer

C Government surveillance capabilities

D Data localization requirements

💡 Official Answer Key: Option B (Journalistic activities and press freedom) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

The petition filed by the Digital News Publishers Association specifically challenges the Act for not exempting journalistic activities, arguing it restricts the fundamental right to information and freedom of expression.

Question 3 of 10 SSC CGL High-Yield

ID: q3

Q3. India recently invited Pakistan's National Heritage and Culture Minister to which of the following forums?

A SAARC Summit

B BIMSTEC Ministerial Meeting

C SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum

✓ Correct Answer

D BRICS Cultural Exchange

💡 Official Answer Key: Option C (SCO Civilisational Dialogue Forum) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

India extended the invitation for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO)'s Civilisational Dialogue Forum in New Delhi, marking a significant diplomatic outreach.

Question 4 of 10 State PCS High-Yield

ID: q4

Q4. Which of the following states recorded the highest percentage decrease in its electoral roll after the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) in 2025-26?

A Karnataka

B Uttar Pradesh

C Arunachal Pradesh

✓ Correct Answer

D Gujarat

💡 Official Answer Key: Option C (Arunachal Pradesh) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

While Karnataka saw an 18% dip (second highest), Arunachal Pradesh recorded the highest decrease at 22% in its electoral roll.

Question 5 of 10 UPSC High-Yield

ID: q5

Q5. The recent death of a cheetah cub from pellet wounds occurred in which National Park, raising concerns about wildlife protection?

A Ranthambore National Park

B Gir National Park

C Kuno National Park

✓ Correct Answer

D Bandhavgarh National Park

💡 Official Answer Key: Option C (Kuno National Park) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

The incident of the cheetah cub dying from firearm pellets occurred at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, where the cheetah reintroduction project is underway.

Question 6 of 10 SSC CGL High-Yield

ID: q6

Q6. The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Gram Swaraj Yojana (PMVGSY) has been approved as a:

A Central Sector Scheme

B Centrally Sponsored Scheme

✓ Correct Answer

C State Sector Scheme

D Public-Private Partnership Scheme

💡 Official Answer Key: Option B (Centrally Sponsored Scheme) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

The Union Cabinet approved the PMVGSY as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme, meaning the funding is shared between the Central Government and State Governments.

Question 7 of 10 UPSC High-Yield

ID: q7

Q7. India released key publications on Biodiversity Conservation, Biosafety, and Access and Benefit Sharing at CBD COP-17. Where was CBD COP-17 held?

A Montreal, Canada

B Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt

C Yerevan, Armenia

✓ Correct Answer

D Kunming, China

💡 Official Answer Key: Option C (Yerevan, Armenia) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

The 17th Conference of the Parties (COP-17) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) was held in Yerevan, Armenia.

Question 8 of 10 SSC CGL High-Yield

ID: q8

Q8. 'Srishti' (Yard 1283), recently launched, is a:

A Submarine for the Indian Navy

B Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel for the Indian Coast Guard

✓ Correct Answer

C Research vessel for deep-sea exploration

D Cargo ship for international trade

💡 Official Answer Key: Option B (Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel for the Indian Coast Guard) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

'Srishti' (Yard 1283) is a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) launched to enhance the capabilities of the Indian Coast Guard.

Question 9 of 10 Banking High-Yield

ID: q9

Q9. The Ministry of Textiles will reopen its PLI Scheme portal for new applications from November 1, 2026. The PLI Scheme in textiles primarily targets which of the following segments?

A Traditional handlooms and handicrafts

B Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles

✓ Correct Answer

C Jute and silk production

D Cotton farming and processing

💡 Official Answer Key: Option B (Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

The PLI Scheme for textiles specifically focuses on boosting domestic manufacturing in Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics, and technical textiles.

Question 10 of 10 State PCS High-Yield

ID: q10

Q10. The Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) is a comprehensive scheme for the welfare of:

A Children with special needs

B Women entrepreneurs

C Senior citizens

✓ Correct Answer

D Rural youth

💡 Official Answer Key: Option C (Senior citizens) Verified Solution

📖 Master Pedagogical Solution & Static GK Link:

The Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) is dedicated to strengthening India's commitment to dignified ageing by providing support and welfare services for the elderly population.

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