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PIB Daily Current Affairs Test — October 14, 2026

Official PIB & UPSC Daily Current Affairs timed test for October 14, 2026. 15 high-yield MCQs (12 multi-statement analytical + 3 factual) sourced from Press Information Bureau and national developments with verified explanations.

Verified PIB Daily Editorial Digest

Coverage: 13 October 2026Press Information Bureau (PIB)Daily Executive Brief

Daily PIB Summary — 13 October 2026

1. Ayush Standard Treatment Guidelines for Skin Disorders

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Standardisation of Traditional Care: The Ministry of Ayush has released comprehensive Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs) on the "Management of Dermatological Disorders for Ayurveda, Siddha, Unani and Homoeopathy", with the inclusion of Yoga, formulated by the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) (PIB Release ID: 2322793).
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Clinical Scope: The guidelines cover preventive, diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative protocols for prevalent skin conditions including psoriasis, dermatitis, vitiligo, urticaria, and dermatophytosis, ensuring evidence-informed integration into public healthcare delivery.
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Constitutional & Legal Context: Aligns with the Directive Principles of State Policy (Article 47 of the Constitution), which mandates the State to raise the level of nutrition and the standard of living and to improve public health.

2. PM GatiShakti National Master Plan Completes Five Years

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Geospatial Integration: Marking its fifth anniversary, the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP)—developed indigenously by BISAG-N—has integrated over 1,800 data layers across 58 Central Ministries/Departments and 36 States/UTs (PIB Release ID: 2322825).
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Infrastructure Appraisal: The Network Planning Group (NPG) has evaluated over 400 infrastructure projects worth ₹20.23 lakh crore, institutionalizing a 'Whole-of-Government' approach to multimodal and logistics efficiency.
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Institutional Expansion: Recent extensions include district-level master planning, social-sector integration, the Unified Geospatial Interface (UGI), and approval for the establishment of the Integrated Transport and Logistics Authority (ITLA).

3. First BIMSTEC Home Ministers' Meeting and Delhi Declaration

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Regional Security Architecture: Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah chaired the inaugural BIMSTEC Home Ministers' Meeting in New Delhi, resulting in the adoption of the Delhi Declaration (PIB Release ID: 2322964).
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Key Pacts & Mechanisms: Member states approved the BIMSTEC Convention against Trafficking in Persons, the Plan of Action on Drug Control, an MoU on Capacity Building to Combat Money Laundering and Terror Financing, and a disaster management preparedness plan centred around a proposed center in Jamnagar, Gujarat (PIB Release ID: 2322937).
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Strategic Doctrine: Reaffirmed absolute condemnation of cross-border terrorism, violent extremism, and illicit financial flows in alignment with UNSC Resolution 1267 and the BIMSTEC Counter-Terrorism Convention (2021).

4. Prime Minister's Address at Bloomberg New Economy Forum

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Philosophy of Empowerment: Delivering a keynote address at the Bloomberg New Economy Forum, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi articulated the core governance philosophy of 'Power to Empower', moving beyond control to enablement and collaboration (PIB Release ID: 2322622).
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Macroeconomic Resilience: Highlighted India's robust economic fundamentals, including a 7.8% GDP growth rate in the Q1 FY2026, foreign exchange reserves exceeding $700 billion, and a current account deficit compressed to 0.61% (PIB Release ID: 2322664).
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Global Climate Leadership: Noted that India achieved its Paris Agreement non-fossil fuel capacity target nine years ahead of schedule (November 2021), expanding renewable energy capacity to approximately 300 GW.

5. Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) 21st Meeting

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Statutory Consolidation: The 21st MSDC meeting in Mumbai marked its inaugural session following its formal recognition as a statutory consultative body under the Indian Ports Act, 2025 (PIB Release ID: 2322942).
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Digital & Process Reforms: Mandated the nationwide rollout of the One Nation One Port Process (ONOP) and full integration with the Sagar Setu (Maritime Single Window) by March 2027.
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Shipbuilding Support: Launched specialized credit risk insurance products—the Shipbuilding Project Credit Risk Insurance Policy (SbPCP) and the Business Credit Shield Policy–Shipbuilders (BCSPS)—under the National Shipbuilding Mission.

6. Khadi & Village Industries Record Performance

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Economic Output: Sales of Khadi and Village Industries products reached a historic ₹1.87 lakh crore in FY 2025–26, representing a 501% increase over 2013–14 levels, while total employment surpassed 2.04 crore (PIB Release ID: 2322625).
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Statutory Framework: Operated under the mandate of the Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) Act, 1956, supported by targeted interventions such as the Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) and Gramodyog Vikas Yojana.

Archived MCQs & Explanations (15 Questions)

Source: Press Information Bureau (PIB)
Question 1 of 15Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare / PIB (13 October 2026)

The improved soybean varieties 'NRC 268' and 'NRC 270', which have shown promising resilience and yield potential under adverse weather conditions, were developed by which of the following institutions?

उन्नत सोयाबीन किस्में 'NRC 268' और 'NRC 270', जिन्होंने प्रतिकूल मौसम स्थितियों के तहत आशाजनक उपज क्षमता दिखाई है, निम्नलिखित में से किस संस्थान द्वारा विकसित की गई हैं?

AIndian Agricultural Research Institute (IARI), New Delhi
BICAR–National Soybean Research Institute, IndoreCorrect Key
CIndian Institute of Pulses Research, Kanpur
DNational Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli
Explanation & Analytical Context:

NRC 268 and NRC 270 are improved high-yielding soybean varieties developed by the ICAR–National Soybean Research Institute, Indore.

Question 2 of 15Ministry of Health and Family Welfare / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP) and recent health interventions in India: 1. India's treatment coverage for tuberculosis has significantly outperformed the global average, registering over 90% coverage. 2. The BPaLM treatment regimen introduced for drug-resistant TB includes Bedaquiline, Pretomanid, Linezolid, and Moxifloxacin. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

राष्ट्रीय क्षय रोग उन्मूलन कार्यक्रम (NTEP) और भारत में हालिया स्वास्थ्य हस्तक्षेपों के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. त्त्वक्षय (TB) के लिए भारत की उपचार कवरेज वैश्विक औसत से काफी बेहतर रही है, जो 90% से अधिक दर्ज की गई है। 2. दवा-प्रतिरोधी टीबी के लिए शुरू की गई BPaLM उपचार आहार में बेडाक्विलीन, प्रेटोमैनिड, लाइनजोलिड और मोक्सीफ्लोक्सासिन शामिल हैं। 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. India's treatment coverage stands at 92% (compared to the global 78%), and the BPaLM regimen successfully reduces drug-resistant TB treatment duration to 6 months utilizing Bedaquiline, Pretomanid, Linezolid, and Moxifloxacin.

Question 3 of 15Ministry of Science & Technology / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding the application of green-synthesized zinc oxide (ZnO) nanoparticles in wastewater treatment: 1. Green synthesis utilizes biological extracts (such as turmeric/curcumin) as reducing and stabilizing agents, avoiding toxic chemical reagents. 2. Combining photocatalysis with piezocatalysis helps suppress photogenerated electron-hole recombination, enhancing pollutant degradation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

अपशिष्ट जल उपचार में हरित-संश्लेषित जिंक ऑक्साइड (ZnO) नैनोकणों के अनुप्रयोग के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. हरित संश्लेषण में जैविक अर्क (जैसे हल्दी/ curcumin) का उपयोग अपचायक और स्थिरीकरण एजेंट के रूप में किया जाता है, जिससे विषैले रासायनिक अभिकर्मकों से बचा जाता है। 2. फोटोकैटलिसिस को पीजोकैटलिसिस के साथ संयोजित करने से इलेक्ट्रॉन-होल पुनर्संयोजन को दबाने में मदद मिलती 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. Green synthesis avoids harmful chemical reagents, and the integration of piezocatalytic mechanical stress suppresses electron-hole recombination to improve degradation efficiency.

Question 4 of 15Ministry of Defence / PIB (13 October 2026)

The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2026), featuring thematic sessions on semiconductors, next-gen chips, and quantum technology, is organized under the guidance of which key scientific office?

सेमीकंडक्टर, अगली पीढ़ी के चिप्स और क्वांटम तकनीक पर विषयगत सत्रों वाले 'इमर्जिंग साइंस, टेक्नोलॉजी एंड इनोवेशन कॉन्क्लेव' (ESTIC-2026) का आयोजन किस प्रमुख वैज्ञानिक कार्यालय के मार्गदर्शन में किया जा रहा है?

APrincipal Scientific Adviser to the Government of IndiaCorrect Key
BChairman, ISRO
CScientific Advisor to the Defence Minister
DDirector General, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)
Explanation & Analytical Context:

ESTIC-2026 is jointly organized by multiple ministries and departments under the guidance of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India.

Question 5 of 15Ministry of Mines / PIB (13 October 2026)

Which of the following minerals are primarily contained in polymetallic nodules and crusts found in marine offshore regions such as the Andaman Sea? 1. Nickel 2. Cobalt 3. Copper 4. Manganese Select the correct answer using the code given below:

अंडमान सागर जैसे समुद्री अपतटीय क्षेत्रों में पाए जाने वाले पॉलीमेटालिक नोड्यूल्स और क्रस्ट्स में मुख्य रूप से कौन से खनिज पाए जाते हैं? 1. निकेल 2. कोबाल्ट 3. तांबा (Copper) 4. मैंगनीज नीचे दिए गए कूट का प्रयोग करके सही उत्तर चुनिए:

A1 and 2 only
B3 and 4 only
C1, 2 and 3 only
D1, 2, 3 and 4Correct Key
Explanation & Analytical Context:

All the listed elements—nickel, cobalt, copper, and manganese—are key components of polymetallic nodules and crusts, which are targeted for offshore mineral auctions under the Offshore Areas Mineral (Development and Regulation) Act.

Question 6 of 15Ministry of Electronics & IT / PIB (13 October 2026)

With reference to the Digital India BHASHINI initiative, consider the following statements: 1. It serves as India’s Language Digital Public Infrastructure, supporting multi-lingual AI models, datasets, and APIs. 2. It is implemented under the Digital India Corporation (DIC) within the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

डिजिटल इंडिया भाषिणी (BHASHINI) पहल के संदर्भ में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. यह भारत के लैंग्वेज डिजिटल पब्लिक इन्फ्रास्ट्रक्चर के रूप में कार्य करता है, जो बहुभाषी एआई मॉडल, डेटासेट और एपीआई का समर्थन करता है। 2. इसे इलेक्ट्रॉनिक्स और सूचना प्रौद्योगिकी मंत्रालय (MeitY) के तहत डिजिटल इंडिया कॉर्पोरेशन (DIC) द्वारा कार्यान्वित किया 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. The Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD) under Digital India Corporation (DIC), MeitY, operates as India's linguistic digital public infrastructure to democratize access to digital services across diverse Indian and international languages.

Question 7 of 15Ministry of Finance / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements about the National Land Monetization Corporation (NLMC): 1. It functions under the administrative jurisdiction of the Ministry of Finance, Department of Public Enterprises. 2. Its primary mandate is to facilitate the monetization of surplus land and building assets of Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) and government agencies. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

नेशनल लैंड मोनेटाइजेशन कॉरपोरेशन (NLMC) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. यह वित्त मंत्रालय के सार्वजनिक उद्यम विभाग के प्रशासनिक क्षेत्राधिकार के तहत कार्य करता है। 2. इसका मुख्य अधिदेश केंद्रीय सार्वजनिक क्षेत्र के उद्यमों (CPSEs) और सरकारी एजेंसियों की अधिशेष भूमि और भवन संपत्तियों के मुद्रीकरण को सुगम बनाना 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. NLMC is a wholly-owned Government of India company under the Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance, set up to undertake monetization of surplus land and non-core assets of CPSEs.

Question 8 of 15Ministry of Tribal Affairs / PIB (13 October 2026)

The 'Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan' and the recently established iGOT Karmayogi microsite for Adi Karmayogi Volunteers (AKVs) are primarily aimed at strengthening capacity building and last-mile governance for the development of which section of society?

'आदि कर्मयोगी अभियान' और आदि कर्मयोगी स्वयंसेवकों (AKVs) के लिए हाल ही में स्थापित iGOT कर्मयोगी माइक्रोसाइट का मुख्य उद्देश्य समाज के किस वर्ग के विकास के लिए क्षमता निर्माण और अंतिम मील तक शासन को मजबूत करना है?

AUrban Street Vendors
BTribal Communities and VillagesCorrect Key
CMSME Entrepreneurs
DAgricultural Export Cooperatives
Explanation & Analytical Context:

The Adi Karmayogi Abhiyan, launched by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, institutionalizes Adi Sewa Kendras and AKVs to empower tribal communities through targeted capacity building on iGOT Karmayogi.

Question 9 of 15Ministry of Jal Shakti / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding industrial pollution control under the Namami Gange Programme: 1. Annual inspections of Grossly Polluting Industries (GPIs) in the Ganga basin are conducted with the technical collaboration of independent technical institutes and CPCB. 2. The concept of Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) and wastewater recycling has been increasingly adopted across industrial sectors such as pulp and paper. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

नमामी गंगे कार्यक्रम के तहत औद्योगिक प्रदूषण नियंत्रण के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. गंगा बेसिन में अत्यधिक प्रदूषण फैलाने वाले उद्योगों (GPIs) का वार्षिक निरीक्षण स्वतंत्र तकनीकी संस्थानों और CPCB के सहयोग से किया जाता है। 2. पल्प एंड पेपर जैसे औद्योगिक क्षेत्रों में ज़ीरो लिक्विड डिस्चार्ज (ZLD) और अपशिष्ट जल पुनर्चक्रण की अवधारणा को अपनाया गया 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. Annual GPI inspections involve technical institutes of national importance, and rigorous charter-based interventions promote ZLD and resource efficiency.

Question 10 of 15Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding the Crop Residue Management (CRM) framework in India: 1. Under the CRM scheme, financial assistance is extended to State Governments for the distribution of crop residue management machinery and custom hiring centres. 2. In situ management of crop residue helps prevent the destruction of soil organic carbon and beneficial soil microorganisms compared to open-field burning. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

भारत में फसल अवशेष प्रबंधन (CRM) फ्रेमवर्क के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. CRM योजना के तहत, फसल अवशेष प्रबंधन मशीनरी और कस्टम हायरिंग सेंटर्स के वितरण के लिए राज्य सरकारों को वित्तीय सहायता दी जाती है। 2. खुले खेत में जलाने की तुलना में फसल अवशेष का इन-सिटू प्रबंधन मृदा जैविक कार्बन और लाभकारी सूक्ष्मजीवों के नष्ट होने से बचाता 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. The Central Government extends substantial financial support under the CRM scheme for machinery distribution. Stubble burning destroys essential soil nutrients and microflora, whereas in situ incorporation preserves soil health and organic carbon.

Question 11 of 15Ministry of Jal Shakti / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding industrial pollution abatement and river basin management under the Namami Gange Programme: 1. Annual inspections of Grossly Polluting Industries (GPIs) in the Ganga and Yamuna basins involve independent technical institutes of national importance alongside State Pollution Control Boards (SPCBs). 2. Sector-specific Charters for water recycling and pollution prevention focus strictly on end-of-pipe treatment without introducing cleaner production or raw material optimization. 3. Common Effluent Treatment Plants (CETPs) are systematically assessed to identify operational gaps and implement cluster-level biological treatment and chemical management systems. Which of the statements given above are correct?

नमामी गंगे कार्यक्रम के तहत औद्योगिक प्रदूषण नियंत्रण और नदी बेसिन प्रबंधन के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. गंगा और यमुना बेसिन में अत्यधिक प्रदूषण फैलाने वाले उद्योगों (GPIs) के वार्षिक निरीक्षण में राज्य प्रदूषण नियंत्रण बोर्डों (SPCBs) के साथ राष्ट्रीय महत्व के स्वतंत्र तकनीकी संस्थान शामिल होते हैं। 2. जल पुनर्चक्रण और प्रदूषण रोकथाम के लिए क्षेत्र-विशिष्ट चार्टर कड़ाई से केवल अंत-चरण (end-of-pipe) के उपचार पर ध्यान केंद्रित करते हैं। 3. क्लस्टर-स्तरीय जैविक उपचार और रासायनिक प्रबंधन प्रणालियों को लागू करने के लिए सामान्य अपशिष्ट जल उपचार संयंत्रों (CETPs) का व्यवस्थित रूप से मूल्यांकन किया जाता है। उपर्युक्त में से कौन से कथन सही हैं?

A1 and 3 onlyCorrect Key
B1 and 2 only
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Statement 1 is correct: Independent technical institutions participate in annual GPI audits. Statement 2 is incorrect: Sector-specific Charters emphasize upstream pollution prevention, water conservation, and cleaner production in addition to effluent treatment. Statement 3 is correct: CETPs undergo rigorous performance assessment and technological upgrades.

Question 12 of 15Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding the Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) and recent port-led development initiatives in India: 1. The MSDC functions as a statutory consultative body under the Indian Ports Act to ensure cooperative federalism and integrated maritime planning across coastal states and union territories. 2. The 'One Nation One Port Process' (ONOP) aims to streamline documentation and port operational workflows across major and non-major ports by March 2027. 3. The National Shipbuilding Mission has introduced specialized credit risk insurance products to protect shipyards against delayed milestone payments and market volatility. Which of the statements given above are correct?

समुद्री राज्य विकास परिषद (MSDC) और भारत में हाल की बंदरगाह-आधारित विकास पहलों के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. MSDC तटीय राज्यों और केंद्र शासित प्रदेशों में सहकारी संघवाद और एकीकृत समुद्री योजना सुनिश्चित करने के लिए भारतीय पत्तन अधिनियम के तहत एक वैधानिक सलाहकार निकाय के रूप में कार्य करता है। 2. 'वन नेशन वन पोर्ट प्रोसेस' (ONOP) का उद्देश्य मार्च 2027 तक प्रमुख और गैर-प्रमुख बंदरगाहों पर प्रलेखन और परिचालन वर्कफ़्लो को सुव्यवस्थित करना है। 3. राष्ट्रीय पोत निर्माण मिशन ने शिपयार्ड को विलंबित भुगतानों से बचाने के लिए विशेष ऋण जोखिम बीमा उत्पादों की शुरुआत की है। उपर्युक्त में से कौन से कथन सही हैं?

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

All three statements are correct. MSDC's statutory status under the Indian Ports Act, 2025 strengthens cooperative federalism, ONOP standardizes port operations digitally, and new shipbuilding insurance policies mitigate financial risk.

Question 13 of 15Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions / PIB (13 October 2026)

With reference to the Centralized Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring System (CPGRAMS), consider the following statements: 1. It is an online web-enabled grievance redressal platform functioning under the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG). 2. CPGRAMS has been integrated with Common Service Centres (CSCs) across India to facilitate grievance filing at the grassroots level. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

केंद्रीकृत लोक शिकायत निवारण और निगरानी प्रणाली (CPGRAMS) के संदर्भ में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. यह प्रशासनिक सुधार और लोक शिकायत विभाग (DARPG) के तहत काम करने वाला एक ऑनलाइन लोक शिकायत निवारण मंच है। 2. जमीनी स्तर पर शिकायत दर्ज करने की सुविधा के लिए CPGRAMS को पूरे भारत में कॉमन सर्विस सेंटर्स (CSCs) के साथ एकीकृत किया गया 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. CPGRAMS is operated by DARPG and has been integrated with CSCs across over 5 lakh locations to enhance rural accessibility and citizen grievance redressal.

Question 14 of 15Ministry of Commerce & Industry / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan (PMGS NMP): 1. The geospatial digital platform has been developed indigenously by the Bhaskaracharya National Institute for Space Applications and Geo-informatics (BISAG-N). 2. It integrates data layers exclusively from Central Ministries and excludes State Governments. 3. The Network Planning Group (NPG) evaluates infrastructure projects based on multimodal connectivity principles. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

पीएम गतिशक्त राष्ट्रीय मास्टर प्लान (PMGS NMP) के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. भू-स्थानिक डिजिटल प्लेटफॉर्म को भास्कर आचार्य नेशनल इंस्टीट्यूट फॉर स्पेस एप्लीकेशन एंड जियो-इफॉर्मेटिक्स (BISAG-N) द्वारा स्वदेशी रूप से विकसित किया गया है। 2. यह विशेष रूप से केंद्रीय मंत्रालयों के डेटा लेयर्स को एकीकृत करता है और राज्य सरकारों को बाहर रखता है। 3. नेटवर्क प्लानिंग ग्रुप (NPG) मल्टीमॉडल कनेक्टिविटी सिद्धांतों के आधार पर बुनियादी ढांचा परियोजनाओं का मूल्यांकन करता है। उपर्युक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सही है/हैं?

A1 only
B1 and 3 onlyCorrect Key
C2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 3
Explanation & Analytical Context:

Statement 1 is correct: The PM GatiShakti geospatial digital platform was developed indigenously by BISAG-N. Statement 2 is incorrect: PM GatiShakti integrates more than 1,800 data layers covering 58 Central Ministries/Departments and all 36 States/Union Territories. Statement 3 is correct: The Network Planning Group (NPG) evaluates infrastructure projects based on integrated planning, multimodal connectivity, and last-mile infrastructure.

Question 15 of 15Ministry of Defence / PIB (13 October 2026)

Consider the following statements regarding India's indigenous defense acquisitions: 1. 'Samarthak' is the first of four Multi-Purpose Vessels built by M/s Larsen and Toubro Ltd for the Indian Navy under the Make in India initiative. 2. The vessel is designed exclusively for subsurface combat and nuclear deterrence, excluding utility operations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

भारत के स्वदेशी रक्षा अधिग्रहणों के संबंध में निम्नलिखित कथनों पर विचार कीजिए: 1. 'समर्थक' मेक इन इंडिया पहल के तहत भारतीय नौसेना के लिए एलएंडटी लिमिटेड द्वारा निर्मित चार मल्टी-पर्पस वेसेल्स में से पहला है। 2. इस पोत को विशेष रूप से केवल सतह के नीचे युद्ध और परमाणु निरोध के लिए डिजाइन किया गया है, जिसमें उपयोगिता संचालन शामिल नहीं हैं। उपर्युक्त में से कौन सा/से कथन सही है/हैं?

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

Statement 1 is correct: Samarthak is the first of four indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessels built by L&T for the Indian Navy. Statement 2 is incorrect: It is a multi-purpose utility ship designed for surveillance, Low Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), HADR, and autonomous systems mothership operations.