Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) was launched by which ministry?

Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs - UCF is launched by MoHUA to strengthen urban infrastructure financing.

What is the total central assistance planned under UCF?

₹1 lakh crore - UCF has ₹1 lakh crore central allocation with multiplier investment effect.

UCF aims to mobilize total investment of approximately?

₹4 lakh crore - ₹1 lakh crore is expected to generate ₹4 lakh crore total investment.

CRGSS under UCF is related to?

Credit guarantee for cities - CRGSS helps smaller cities access financing through guarantees.

Implementation period of UCF is?

FY2025–31 - UCF will run from FY2025 to FY2031.

Which amendment empowered urban local bodies?

74th - 74th Amendment focuses on urban governance.

India’s patent filings in FY26 reached?

1,43,729 - Patent filings increased significantly to 1,43,729.

Growth rate of patent filings in FY26?

30.20% - Patent filings grew by 30.2%.

India’s global patent ranking improved to?

6th - India is ranked 6th globally as per WIPO.

Domestic share of patent filings is?

69.40% - Domestic filings dominate innovation ecosystem.

Which organization releases global patent rankings?

WIPO - WIPO handles intellectual property globally.

Samudra Sahas expedition is launched by?

Indian Army - Indian Army launched the expedition.

Samudra Sahas expedition distance is?

520 NM - Expedition covers 520 nautical miles.

Which coast is covered in Samudra Sahas?

Konkan Coast - Expedition runs along Konkan Coast.

BE-JTO project is related to?

Hybrid aircraft - BE-JTO focuses on hybrid aircraft propulsion.

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Daily Current Affairs MCQ Quiz – 17 April 2026 (SSC, Banking, UPSC, Railways)

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