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PIB Digest & Quiz: 2026-10-02 Daily Verified Archive Editorial Digest Included

Current Affairs Test — October 03, 2026

Dedicated daily current affairs & news roundup test for October 03, 2026.

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Coverage: 02 October 2026Press Information Bureau (PIB)Daily Executive Brief

Daily PIB Summary — 02 October 2026

1. International Cooperation & Trade

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India-Netherlands Agriculture Talks: Union Agriculture Minister held bilateral talks with Dutch Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries, Food Security and Nature, focusing on the progress of 25 Centres of Excellence (CoEs), seed sector cooperation, and agricultural innovation [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318321].
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G20 Trade Ministers' Meeting: Union Minister Shri Piyush Goyal called for a WTO-compliant approach to address global trade distortions in Milwaukee, U.S., emphasizing India's absolute commitment to eliminating forced labour and upholding the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) principle [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318096].
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RoDTEP Scheme Extension: The government extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme up to 31st December 2026 to support exporters and ensure a level playing field [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318052].
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RELIEF Intervention: Operational timelines under Component II of RELIEF were extended to assist exporters facing West Asia maritime logistics disruptions with 95% risk coverage [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318053].

2. Governance, Administrative Reforms & Swachhata

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Special Campaign 6.0 Launches: Ministries and departments across the government commenced the implementation phase of Special Campaign 6.0 (from October 2 to October 31, 2026) focusing on scientific e-waste management, pendency liquidation, record reviews, and space optimization [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318419], [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318074], [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318026], [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318223], [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318247].
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Special Gram Sabhas on Gandhi Jayanti: Over 2.42 lakh Special Gram Sabhas were held nationwide under the People’s Plan Campaign 2026-27 ('Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas') to formulate Gram Panchayat Development Plans for 2027-28 [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318441].
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Ladakh Map Update: The government, in consultation with the UT of Ladakh, identified 28 places/features with standard names on the official Survey of India map [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318027].

3. Environment, Biodiversity & Wildlife Conservation

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Tiger Reintroduction in Buxa: A tigress was released in Buxa Tiger Reserve (West Bengal) under the phased Tiger Reintroduction Programme to restore a self-sustaining tiger population in North Bengal [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318110].
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Wildlife Trafficking Crackdown: The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized elephant ivory, leopard skins, live pangolins, and tiger parts across Maharashtra, arresting 11 individuals [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318504].
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Air Quality & NCR Enforcement: The CAQM Enforcement Task Force reviewed compliance across the National Capital Region, noting extensive inspections and strict penalties for non-compliant industrial and C&D units [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318353].

4. Economy, MSME & Export Promotion

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Makhana & FPO-led Exports: APEDA facilitated the export of Bihar's traditional Makhana from Purnea to Greece and frozen food products from Haryana to Canada, boosting farmer realizations through export-oriented value chains [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318075], [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318072].
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PMEGP Empowerment: The Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme continued to drive micro-enterprise growth, empowering rural and semi-urban entrepreneurs with margin money subsidies [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318369].
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SDG Budgeting Workshop: NITI Aayog organized a national workshop in Kolkata under the State Support Mission to institutionalize SDG budget tagging and align sub-national finances with development goals [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318067].

5. Social Welfare & Public Health

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Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana: Essential aids and assistive devices were distributed to senior citizens in Delhi-NCR to enhance self-reliance, dignity, and quality of life [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318364].
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Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan: Outreach programs and awareness initiatives were intensified across various states, including Himachal Pradesh, to eliminate substance abuse and promote youth engagement [https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePage.aspx?PRID=2318483].

Archived MCQs & Explanations (15 Questions)

Source: Press Information Bureau (PIB)
Question 1 of 15National Current Affairs — August 2026

Who was appointed to chair the high-powered task force constituted by the Union Government to recommend next-generation reforms in the public examination system?

सार्वजनिक परीक्षा प्रणाली में अगली पीढ़ी के सुधारों की सिफारिश करने के लिए केंद्र सरकार द्वारा गठित उच्च अधिकार प्राप्त टास्क फोर्स की अध्यक्षता करने के लिए किसे नियुक्त किया गया था?

AK. Radhakrishnan
BNandan NilekaniCorrect Key
CS. Somnath
DTapan Deka
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• The Government constituted a high-powered task force headed by Nandan Nilekani to recommend next-generation reforms in the public examination system.

Question 2 of 15Ministry of Commerce & Industry / DARPG (29 September 2026)

What is the defining focal area of the Government of India's 'Special Campaign 6.0' organized in October 2026 across Central Ministries?

केंद्रीय मंत्रालयों में अक्टूबर 2026 के दौरान आयोजित भारत सरकार के 'विशेष अभियान 6.0' का मुख्य केंद्र बिंदु क्या है?

AMandatory installation of rooftop rainwater harvesting in private housing
BTransitioning all official civil vehicles to electric battery power
CScientific disposal of e-waste, scrap monetization, and clearance of pending referencesCorrect Key
DConversion of all district courts into digital paperless tribunals
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Special Campaign 6.0 (conducted from 2 to 31 October 2026) focuses across all ministries on institutionalizing workplace cleanliness, reducing pendency of parliamentary/public references, freeing office space, and prioritizing the scientific disposal of e-waste under the 2022 Rules.

Question 3 of 15Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (29 September 2026)

What is the primary target of the newly launched 'PRAGATI-50' initiative by MoHUA?

MoHUA द्वारा शुरू की गई नई 'PRAGATI-50' पहल का प्राथमिक लक्ष्य क्या है?

AElectrifying 50 Tier-I railway terminal zones
BDeveloping 50 model cities across 24 States to showcase high sanitation and circular waste standardsCorrect Key
CSelecting 50 heritage sites for solar roof mandate installations
DProviding piped natural gas to 50 peri-urban municipal corporations
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Under PRAGATI-50, MoHUA has identified 50 model cities across 24 States to establish benchmark performance parameters in visible cleanliness, solid waste management, and circularity under SBM-Urban 2.0.

Question 4 of 15Ministry of Culture (29 September 2026)

On the occasion of the 65th National Exhibition of Art organized by the Lalit Kala Akademi, a monograph was released on which renowned modern Indian painter?

ललित कला अकादमी द्वारा आयोजित 65वीं राष्ट्रीय कला प्रदर्शनी के अवसर पर किस प्रसिद्ध आधुनिक भारतीय चित्रकार पर एक मोनोग्राफ जारी किया गया?

AAbdul Aziz RaibaCorrect Key
BTyeb Mehta
CFrancis Newton Souza
DS.H. Raza
Explanation & Analytical Context:

A monograph on Abdul Aziz Raiba, edited by Ram Gopal Khadilkar, was released at the 65th National Exhibition of Art. Raiba was celebrated for his bold lines and distinctive fusion of traditional Indian art with modern techniques.

Question 5 of 15Current Affairs — September 07, 2026

With reference to the volcanic activity and geography of Indonesia, consider the following statements: 1. Indonesia lies directly along the Pacific Ring of Fire, making it one of the most seismically and volcanically active regions in the world. 2. All active volcanoes in Indonesia are currently placed under the highest national alert status. 3. Mount Anak Krakatau is among the Indonesian volcanoes currently elevated to the second-highest alert status. Which of the statements given above are correct?

इंडोनेशिया की ज्वालामुखी गतिविधि और भूगोल के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. इंडोनेशिया सीधे प्रशांत रिंग ऑफ फायर के साथ स्थित है, जो इसे दुनिया के सबसे अधिक भूकंपीय और ज्वालामुखी सक्रिय क्षेत्रों में से एक बनाता है। 2. इंडोनेशिया के सभी सक्रिय वर्तमान में सर्वोच्च राष्ट्रीय चेतावनी स्थिति के तहत रखे गए हैं। 3. माउंट अनाक क्राकाटाउ उन इंडोनेशियाई ज्वालामुखियों में से एक है जो वर्तमान में दूसरे सबसे उच्च चेतावनी स्तर पर हैं। उपर्युक्त कथनों में से कौन-से सही हैं?

A1 and 2 only
B2 and 3 only
C1 and 3 onlyCorrect Key
D1, 2 and 3
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• Statement 1 is correct: Indonesia is situated directly on the Pacific Ring of Fire, hosting hundreds of volcanoes. • Statement 2 is incorrect: Only five of Indonesia's active volcanoes are currently at the second-highest alert status, not all active volcanoes. • Statement 3 is correct: Mount Anak Krakatau is one of the active volcanoes listed under the second-highest alert status.

Question 6 of 15Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (29 September 2026)

What is the base year for the trial Index of Services Production (ISP) released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)?

सांख्यिकी और कार्यक्रम कार्यान्वयन मंत्रालय (MoSPI) द्वारा जारी सेवा उत्पादन सूचकांक (ISP) के ट्रायल संस्करण का आधार वर्ष क्या है?

A2011–12
B2017–18
C2020–21
D2024–25Correct Key
Explanation & Analytical Context:

MoSPI released the trial Index of Services Production (ISP) across 19 sub-sectors with the updated base year of 2024–25.

Question 7 of 15Prime Minister's Office (29 September 2026)

Neeru Dhanda achieved a historic milestone for India at the Asian Games by becoming the first Indian woman to win an individual Gold medal in which event?

नीरू ढांडा ने एशियाई खेलों में किस स्पर्धा में व्यक्तिगत स्वर्ण पदक जीतने वाली पहली भारतीय महिला बनकर इतिहास रचा?

AArchery Recurve Individual
BShooting - Women's TrapCorrect Key
C10m Air Pistol
D25m Rapid Fire Pistol
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Neeru Dhanda on becoming the first Indian woman to clinch an individual Gold medal in the Trap shooting event at the Asian Games.

Question 8 of 15Ministry of Science & Technology / PIB (01 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL): 1. It was established jointly by CSIR and the Ministry of Ayush to prevent the erroneous grant of patents on Indian traditional knowledge. 2. TKDL database contents are transcribed into international languages and made available to major global patent offices under agreements. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

पारंपरिक ज्ञान डिजिटल लाइब्रेरी (TKDL) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 1. इसकी स्थापना सीएसआईआर और आयुष मंत्रालय द्वारा संयुक्त रूप से भारतीय पारंपरिक ज्ञान पर पेटेंट के गलत अनुदान को रोकने के लिए की गई थी। 2. TKDL डेटाबेस सामग्री को अंतरराष्ट्रीय भाषाओं में लिप्यंतरित किया जाता है और समझौतों के तहत प्रमुख वैश्विक पेटेंट कार्यालयों को उपलब्ध कराया जाता है। उपर्युक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सही है/हैं?

A1 only
B2 only
CBoth 1 and 2Correct Key
DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Both statements are correct. TKDL is a pioneer in defensive protection of traditional knowledge, preventing biopiracy and erroneous foreign patents.

Question 9 of 15Top 20 Current Affairs of July 2026 (Part 1 of 4) — Important4UPSC

Researchers recently used Artificial Intelligence (AI) and machine learning to analyze approximately 100 years of hand-drawn solar observations (1916–2007) from which historical observatory?

शोधकर्ताओं ने हाल ही में किस ऐतिहासिक वेधशाला के लगभग 100 वर्षों (1916-2007) के हाथ से बनाए गए सौर अवलोकनों का विश्लेषण करने के लिए आर्टिफिशियल इंटेलिजेंस (AI) और मशीन लर्निंग का उपयोग किया?

AUdaipur Solar Observatory
BKodaikanal Solar ObservatoryCorrect Key
CIndian Astronomical Observatory, Hanle
DVainu Bappu Observatory, Kavalur
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• Researchers applied AI and machine learning to analyze ~100 years of hand-drawn solar observations (1916–2007) from the **Kodaikanal Solar Observatory** to study long-term changes in solar magnetic activity and solar cycles.

Question 10 of 15Ministry of Civil Aviation (29 September 2026)

India will host the 24th edition of 'Routes Asia 2027' in which city?

भारत 'रूट्स एशिया 2027' के 24वें संस्करण की मेजबानी किस शहर में करेगा?

ABengaluru
BHyderabad
CMumbai
DNew DelhiCorrect Key
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu unveiled the curtain raiser for Routes Asia 2027, which will be held from 16–18 March 2027 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

Question 11 of 15Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions / PIB (01 October 2026)

With reference to Mission Karmayogi and the iGOT Karmayogi platform, consider the following statements: 1. It aims to transition civil services training from rule-based training to a role-based, competency-driven capacity building framework. 2. The Capacity Building Commission (CBC) anchors regional consultations and institutional transformation frameworks under initiatives like 'Sādhana Śhrinkhla'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

मिशन कर्मयोगी और iGOT कर्मयोगी मंच के संदर्भ में, निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार करें: 1. इसका उद्देश्य सिविल सेवा प्रशिक्षण को नियम-आधारित प्रशिक्षण से एक भूमिका-आधारित, योग्यता-संचालित क्षमता निर्माण ढांचे में बदलना है। 2. क्षमता निर्माण आयोग (CBC) 'साधना श्रृंखला' जैसी पहलों के तहत क्षेत्रीय परामर्श और संस्थागत परिवर्तन फ्रेमवर्क को आधार प्रदान करता है। उपर्युक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सही है/हैं?

A1 only
B2 only
CBoth 1 and 2Correct Key
DNeither 1 nor 2
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Both statements are correct. Mission Karmayogi shifts focus toward competency-driven capacity building, with CBC driving the institutional frameworks across states.

Question 12 of 15General Geography / Principles of Cartography (08 September 2026)

What is the scientific study, practice, and art of making and analyzing maps called?

मानचित्रों के निर्माण और विश्लेषण के वैज्ञानिक अध्ययन, अभ्यास और कला को क्या कहा जाता है?

ACartographyCorrect Key
BTopography
CDemography
DGeodesy
Explanation & Analytical Context:

• Cartography is the scientific study and practice of making maps, combining science, aesthetics, and technique to accurately communicate spatial information.

Question 13 of 15Ministry of Jal Shakti (29 September 2026)

In the 11th Sujal Gram Samvad, the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation stressed that Gram Panchayats should utilize which funds for sustaining drinking water supply and operation & maintenance (O&M)?

11वें सुजल ग्राम संवाद में पेयजल एवं स्वच्छता विभाग ने ग्रामीण जल आपूर्ति और रखरखाव (O&M) को बनाए रखने के लिए ग्राम पंचायतों को किस निधि का उपयोग करने पर बल दिया?

AMPLADS emergency discretionary grants
B16th Finance Commission tied grantsCorrect Key
CDistrict Mineral Foundation (DMF) untied capital funds
DState Disaster Response Mitigation Funds
Explanation & Analytical Context:

During the Sujal Gram Samvad, officials advised Gram Panchayats to utilize the 16th Finance Commission tied grants for strengthening water infrastructure, source protection, and operational sustainability.

Question 14 of 15Ministry of Science & Technology (29 September 2026)

The Technology Development Board (TDB) recently sanctioned financial support under the RDI Fund to develop an indigenous Multi-Gas Sensor platform combining:

प्रौद्योगिकी विकास बोर्ड (TDB) ने हाल ही में RDI फंड के तहत किस संयोजन वाले स्वदेशी मल्टी-गैस सेंसर प्लेटफॉर्म के विकास हेतु वित्तीय सहायता स्वीकृत की?

AFiber-optic interferometry with gallium arsenide diodes
BMEMS sensor technology with a CMOS AFE System-on-Chip (SoC)Correct Key
CGraphene oxide thin-film resistors with liquid helium cooling
DElectrochemical amperometric arrays with satellite transceivers
Explanation & Analytical Context:

TDB entered into an agreement with Multi Nano Sense Technologies to develop an indigenous MEMS + CMOS Application-Specific Front-End (AFE) SoC Multi-Gas Sensor platform, advancing the deep-tech project from TRL-4 to TRL-9.

Question 15 of 15Ministry of Defence (29 September 2026)

What is the primary objective of the Indian Navy's 'Operation Urja Suraksha'?

भारतीय नौसेना के 'ऑपरेशन ऊर्जा सुरक्षा' का प्राथमिक उद्देश्य क्या है?

AAnti-piracy patrols along the Mozambique Channel
BDeploying deep-sea robotic sensors across the Nine Degree Channel
CEnsuring safe transit of Indian-flagged tankers through the Strait of HormuzCorrect Key
DJoint hydrographic surveys with East African littoral states
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Operation Urja Suraksha was highlighted by the Raksha Mantri as the Indian Navy's initiative ensuring the safe transit of Indian-flagged merchant vessels—particularly LPG and crude oil tankers—through the Strait of Hormuz amidst West Asian regional tensions.