Daily Current Affairs Quiz 11 & 12 October 2026: 15 Important GK MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking & Railways Exams

Question 1

Which constitutional provision provides for the Goods and Services Tax Council?

Accepted Answer

Article 279A - The GST Council is provided for under Article 279A of the Constitution. The supplied report states that the 57th GST Council Meeting was held in New Delhi on 8 October 2026 under Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman. • GST was introduced in India on 1 July 2017 • Constitutional basis → 101st Constitutional Amendment Act, 2016 • The meeting reportedly recommended changes relating to prosecution, penalties, registration and refunds Static GK link: The GST Council is a constitutional body that makes recommendations on GST matters. Its recommendations should be distinguished from the legal notifications or amendments required to implement them.

Question 2

According to the supplied report, to what amount was the GST prosecution threshold for tax evasion proposed to be raised?

Accepted Answer

Rs 5 crore - The supplied report states that the 57th GST Council Meeting recommended increasing the prosecution threshold for tax evasion from Rs 1 crore to Rs 5 crore . • Maximum general penalty under Section 125 was reportedly proposed to fall from Rs 25,000 to Rs 10,000 • A minimum threshold of Rs 10,000 was proposed for issuing show-cause notices • The refund-acknowledgement period was reportedly proposed to fall from 15 days to 10 days • Simplified registration was recommended for eligible small e-commerce sellers Static GK link: Input Tax Credit allows an eligible business to offset GST paid on inputs against its output GST liability, reducing cascading taxation.

Question 3

What does WOMN stand for in the menstrual-hygiene scheme launched by Kerala?

Accepted Answer

Women on the Move and Menstrual Needs - WOMN stands for Women on the Move and Menstrual Needs . Kerala launched the scheme on 11 October 2026 at the Thampanoor KSRTC bus terminal. • Initial allocation → Rs 16 lakh • First phase → 14 KSRTC terminals and depots • Each packet contains three sanitary napkins and costs Rs 10 • Implementation partner → HLL Lifecare Static GK link: HLL Lifecare is a public-sector undertaking under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The scheme links public transport infrastructure with menstrual hygiene, affordability and safe disposal.

Question 4

Which department reportedly established the FTA Utilisation Cell in October 2026?

Accepted Answer

Department of Commerce - The Department of Commerce reportedly established the FTA Utilisation Cell on 7 October 2026 to improve awareness and use of India's Free Trade Agreements among businesses. • Ministry → Ministry of Commerce and Industry • Partners include Export Promotion Councils and state governments • The cell will support awareness of preferential tariffs, rules of origin and customs documentation • Market-specific action plans are also envisaged Static GK link: The EFTA members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. FTA benefits normally depend on exporters satisfying the applicable rules of origin .

Question 5

Which three public-sector oil marketing companies are covered by the RBI's reported special dollar window?

Accepted Answer

IOC, HPCL and BPCL - The RBI's reported special dollar window covers Indian Oil Corporation, Hindustan Petroleum Corporation and Bharat Petroleum Corporation . The facility was reported to become effective on 12 October 2026 . • Purpose → meet foreign-exchange requirements for crude-oil imports • Currency → US dollar • Channel → designated banks • Large dollar purchases by oil companies can influence foreign-exchange market demand Static GK link: The Reserve Bank of India was established on 1 April 1935 under the RBI Act, 1934. A rise in dollar demand can put downward pressure on the rupee, other factors remaining unchanged.

Question 6

Where did the Indian Air Force conduct Exercise Tarang Shakti-2026?

Accepted Answer

Jodhpur, Rajasthan - The Indian Air Force hosted Exercise Tarang Shakti-2026 at Air Force Station Jodhpur, Rajasthan , from 26 September-12 October 2026 . • Participating foreign air forces → 7 • Observer nations → 32 • Theme → Power in Partnership • Activities included air combat, air defence, reconnaissance and airlift operations Static GK link: Interoperability is the ability of different armed forces to communicate, coordinate and operate effectively together. The Indian Air Force was established on 8 October 1932 .

Question 7

Exercise INDRA-2026, involving INS Sahyadri, is a bilateral military exercise between India and which country?

Accepted Answer

Russia - INDRA-2026 is a bilateral exercise involving India and Russia . The supplied report states that INS Sahyadri arrived in Vladivostok for the naval component. • Indian warship → INS Sahyadri • Location → Vladivostok, Russia • Type → bilateral naval exercise • INS Sahyadri is a Shivalik-class stealth frigate Static GK link: INDRA refers to a series of India-Russia military exercises. Vladivostok is a major Russian port on the Pacific coast and an important base for Russian naval activity in the region.

Question 8

KONKAN 2026 is a bilateral naval exercise between India and which country?

Accepted Answer

United Kingdom - KONKAN 2026 is a bilateral naval exercise between India and the United Kingdom . The supplied report states that INS Trishul arrived in Plymouth for the exercise. • Indian ship → INS Trishul • Location → Plymouth, United Kingdom • INS Trishul → Talwar-class frigate • The exercise supports maritime cooperation and operational understanding Static GK link: Bilateral naval exercises commonly cover navigation, communications, seamanship and coordinated maritime operations. They help participating navies improve procedures and interoperability.

Question 9

Who was named the winner of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize in the supplied current-affairs material?

Accepted Answer

Navi Pillay - The supplied current-affairs material identifies South African jurist Navanethem 'Navi' Pillay as the winner of the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize . • Nationality → South African • Birthplace → Durban, South Africa • Awarding institution → Norwegian Nobel Committee • Pillay served as UN High Commissioner for Human Rights • She also served as a judge at the International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda Static GK link: The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded by the Norwegian Nobel Committee in Oslo. It was first awarded in 1901 .

Question 10

What was the reported theme of Exercise Tarang Shakti-2026?

Accepted Answer

Power in Partnership - The reported theme of Exercise Tarang Shakti-2026 was Power in Partnership . The exercise was hosted by the Indian Air Force at Jodhpur. • Dates → 26 September-12 October 2026 • Foreign air forces → 7 • Observer nations → 32 • Focus → operational coordination and exchange of tactics Static GK link: Multinational air exercises can include offensive counter-air missions, air defence, reconnaissance, transport and coordinated mission planning. They are used to build familiarity among participating air forces.

Question 11

Who inaugurated the 3rd International Bharat 6G Symposium in New Delhi?

Accepted Answer

Jyotiraditya M. Scindia - Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia inaugurated the 3rd International Bharat 6G Symposium at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. • Dates → 7-9 October 2026 • Organiser → Bharat 6G Alliance • New MoUs reported → 5 • Working-group white papers → 9 • Total collaboration network reported → 17 Static GK link: 6G refers to the next generation of mobile communications beyond 5G. Research themes include AI-native networks, integrated sensing and communication, spectrum efficiency and advanced wireless connectivity.

Question 12

CA|TS Approved status, reportedly received by Nameri Tiger Reserve, stands for what?

Accepted Answer

Conservation Assured Tiger Standards - CA|TS stands for Conservation Assured Tiger Standards . The supplied report states that Nameri Tiger Reserve in Assam received CA|TS Approved status. • State → Assam • Focus → tiger habitat and management effectiveness • Assessment areas include habitat protection, monitoring, governance and conservation effectiveness Static GK link: CA|TS provides an international framework for evaluating management of tiger conservation areas. Nameri forms part of Assam's biodiversity-rich northeastern landscape.

Question 13

India's reported first high-altitude wildlife safari launched in Ladakh focuses on which species?

Accepted Answer

Snow leopard - The high-altitude wildlife safari reported from Ladakh focuses on the snow leopard . It was reportedly flagged off on 8 October 2026 . • Scientific name → Panthera uncia • Implementing organisation → SHAN Society with the UT Forest Department • Snow leopards in Ladakh reported → 477 • Routes include landscapes linked with Hemis National Park, Changthang and Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary Static GK link: The snow leopard is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Responsible wildlife tourism should minimise disturbance to animals and fragile mountain ecosystems.

Question 14

Ambaji Mohanthal, which reportedly received a Geographical Indication tag, is associated with which state?

Accepted Answer

Gujarat - Ambaji Mohanthal is a traditional sweet associated with Gujarat and the Ambaji Temple. The supplied material reports that it received a Geographical Indication tag. • Recognition → Geographical Indication • Related law → Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 • GI Registry → Chennai Static GK link: A Geographical Indication identifies goods whose qualities, reputation or other characteristics are linked to a particular geographical origin. GI protection helps preserve the commercial identity of region-specific products.

Question 15

National Postal Week 2026 is being observed in India during which period?

Accepted Answer

9-15 October - National Postal Week 2026 is being observed from 9-15 October 2026 . It begins with World Post Day on 9 October. • Organiser → Department of Posts • Related international observance → World Post Day • Universal Postal Union established → 1874 • UPU headquarters → Bern, Switzerland Static GK link: Postal networks provide mail and parcel delivery as well as financial and public-service functions. The Universal Postal Union coordinates international postal cooperation among member countries.

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