50 Important Current Affairs MCQs with Answers & Analytical Explanations – 28 September 2026
Current Affairs for Today: 28 September 2026
Coverage: National, International, Economy & Banking, Defence, Science & Technology, Environment, Sports, Awards and Important Days.
Useful for: UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, State PSC, Teaching and other competitive examinations.
Table of Contents
National Current Affairs
1. Who received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024?
A) Amitabh Bachchan
B) Anant Nag
C) Naseeruddin Shah
D) Mammootty
Answer: B) Anant Nag
Analytical Explanation: Kannada cinema veteran Anant Nag was selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2024. The award is India’s highest honour in the field of cinema. (The Indian Express)
2. The 9th India International Water Week 2026 was organised under which ministry?
A) Ministry of Agriculture
B) Ministry of Environment
C) Ministry of Jal Shakti
D) Ministry of Rural Development
Answer: C) Ministry of Jal Shakti
Analytical Explanation: The 9th India International Water Week was organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti during 22–26 September 2026, focusing on water-related challenges and solutions. (MCQ Questions)
3. The Kishau Multipurpose Project is proposed on which river?
A) Ganga
B) Tons
C) Sutlej
D) Ravi
Answer: B) Tons
Analytical Explanation: The Kishau Multipurpose Project is a proposed dam and hydropower project on the Tons River, a major tributary of the Yamuna, along the Himachal Pradesh–Uttarakhand border. (The Indian Express)
4. What is the proposed power-generation capacity of the Kishau Multipurpose Project?
A) 750 million units
B) 1,000 million units
C) 1,476 million units
D) 2,500 million units
Answer: C) 1,476 million units
Analytical Explanation: The project envisages a 232.6-metre-high concrete gravity dam and is expected to generate about 1,476 million units of clean hydropower. (The Indian Express)
5. Hindi Diwas is observed every year on which date?
A) 10 January
B) 14 September
C) 26 January
D) 14 November
Answer: B) 14 September
Analytical Explanation: Hindi Diwas commemorates the Constituent Assembly’s adoption of Hindi in Devanagari script as the official language of the Union on 14 September 1949. (The Indian Express)
6. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the official language of the Union?
A) Article 32
B) Article 44
C) Article 343
D) Article 370
Answer: C) Article 343
Analytical Explanation: Article 343 provides that the official language of the Union is Hindi in Devanagari script, while the constitutional framework also provided for continued use of English. (The Indian Express)
7. Which organisation launched the Digital Connectivity Rating (DCR) platform?
A) TRAI
B) RBI
C) SEBI
D) ISRO
Answer: A) TRAI
Analytical Explanation: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India launched the DCR platform as a pilot initiative to assess, certify and display indoor network and digital-connectivity quality of properties. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
8. India’s record FDI inflow in FY 2025–26 was reported at approximately:
A) $64.53 billion
B) $74.53 billion
C) $84.53 billion
D) $94.53 billion
Answer: D) $94.53 billion
Analytical Explanation: India recorded a reported FDI inflow of $94.53 billion during FY 2025–26, with cumulative FDI since 2014 reaching approximately $843 billion. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
9. Which state is associated with the Himalayan Monal as its state bird?
A) Himachal Pradesh
B) Uttarakhand
C) Sikkim
D) Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: B) Uttarakhand
Analytical Explanation: The Himalayan Monal is the state bird of Uttarakhand and occurs across several parts of the Himalayan region. (The Indian Express)
10. The Himalayan Monal is currently classified under which IUCN category?
A) Critically Endangered
B) Endangered
C) Vulnerable
D) Least Concern
Answer: D) Least Concern
Analytical Explanation: The Himalayan Monal is listed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, although researchers have highlighted threats such as climate change and increasing human-generated noise. (The Indian Express)
International Current Affairs
11. The 2026 Global Gender Gap Report was released by which organisation?
A) World Bank
B) United Nations
C) World Economic Forum
D) IMF
Answer: C) World Economic Forum
Analytical Explanation: The World Economic Forum released the 2026 Global Gender Gap Report, which evaluates gender parity across four major dimensions. (The Indian Express)
12. How many economies were covered by the Global Gender Gap Index 2026?
A) 125
B) 135
C) 145
D) 155
Answer: C) 145
Analytical Explanation: The 2026 report covered 145 economies and examined gender parity in economic participation, education, health and political empowerment. (The Indian Express)
13. Which country retained the top position in the Global Gender Gap Index 2026?
A) Sweden
B) Iceland
C) Finland
D) Norway
Answer: B) Iceland
Analytical Explanation: Iceland retained the top position globally, having closed about 93% of its gender gap according to the 2026 report. (The Indian Express)
14. What was India’s position in the Global Gender Gap Index 2026?
A) 121st
B) 126th
C) 131st
D) 136th
Answer: C) 131st
Analytical Explanation: India was ranked 131st among 145 countries, with a reported gender parity score of 64.5%. (The Indian Express)
15. World Tourism Day is observed every year on:
A) 21 September
B) 25 September
C) 27 September
D) 30 September
Answer: C) 27 September
Analytical Explanation: World Tourism Day is observed annually on 27 September to highlight tourism’s social, cultural, political and economic significance. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
16. What is the theme of World Tourism Day 2026?
A) Tourism for Peace
B) Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism
C) Tourism and Climate Change
D) Sustainable Travel for All
Answer: B) Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism
Analytical Explanation: The 2026 theme focuses on how digital technologies and artificial intelligence can transform tourism, from travel planning to destination management. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
17. Which country is the official host of World Tourism Day 2026?
A) India
B) Japan
C) El Salvador
D) Spain
Answer: C) El Salvador
Analytical Explanation: El Salvador is the official host country for World Tourism Day 2026. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
18. The QUAD comprises India, Australia, Japan and:
A) France
B) United Kingdom
C) United States
D) Canada
Answer: C) United States
Analytical Explanation: The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or QUAD, brings together India, Australia, Japan and the United States and focuses on cooperation including maritime security and the Indo-Pacific. (MCQ Questions)
19. The Geneva Conventions primarily deal with:
A) International trade
B) Humanitarian rules during armed conflict
C) Climate change
D) International taxation
Answer: B) Humanitarian rules during armed conflict
Analytical Explanation: The four Geneva Conventions of 1949 establish important international humanitarian protections, including rules concerning wounded soldiers, prisoners of war and civilians during armed conflicts. (The Indian Express)
20. The Geneva Conventions of 1949 consist of how many separate conventions?
A) Two
B) Three
C) Four
D) Five
Answer: C) Four
Analytical Explanation: The 1949 Geneva Conventions comprise four separate conventions dealing with different categories of protection during armed conflict. (The Indian Express)
Economy & Banking
21. Who released the India Electric Mobility Index 2025?
A) RBI
B) NITI Aayog
C) Ministry of Heavy Industries
D) SEBI
Answer: B) NITI Aayog
Analytical Explanation: NITI Aayog released the India Electric Mobility Index 2025 in collaboration with WRI India. The index assesses the development of India’s electric-mobility ecosystem. (The Indian Express)
22. Which city topped India’s Electric Mobility Index 2025?
A) Mumbai
B) Bengaluru
C) Delhi
D) Hyderabad
Answer: C) Delhi
Analytical Explanation: Delhi recorded the highest composite score of 84 in the India Electric Mobility Index 2025, followed by Maharashtra and Karnataka. (The Indian Express)
23. How many indicators are tracked by the India Electric Mobility Index 2025?
A) 10
B) 12
C) 16
D) 20
Answer: C) 16
Analytical Explanation: The index tracks 16 performance indicators grouped under three broad themes: transport electrification, charging infrastructure and EV research and innovation. (The Indian Express)
24. What percentage weight is given to Transport Electrification Progress in the India Electric Mobility Index?
A) 20%
B) 30%
C) 40%
D) 50%
Answer: D) 50%
Analytical Explanation: Transport Electrification Progress carries the highest weight at 50%, followed by Charging Infrastructure Readiness at 30% and EV Research & Innovation at 20%. (The Indian Express)
25. Which state recorded the highest score in Charging Infrastructure Readiness?
A) Delhi
B) Karnataka
C) Maharashtra
D) Goa
Answer: B) Karnataka
Analytical Explanation: Karnataka recorded the highest nationwide score in the Charging Infrastructure Readiness category, with a score of 97. (The Indian Express)
26. What does MDR generally stand for in digital payments?
A) Market Deposit Rate
B) Merchant Discount Rate
C) Monetary Deposit Reserve
D) Monthly Digital Revenue
Answer: B) Merchant Discount Rate
Analytical Explanation: MDR stands for Merchant Discount Rate. It refers to the charge associated with processing certain digital/card payment transactions. MDR was among the payment-system issues highlighted in September 2026 current-affairs coverage. (The Indian Express)
27. What is OneTag associated with?
A) UPI
B) FASTag portability
C) Aadhaar authentication
D) GST registration
Answer: B) FASTag portability
Analytical Explanation: NHAI introduced OneTag through the Rajmargyatra app to allow users to change their FASTag issuer bank without replacing the physical FASTag sticker. (The Indian Express)
28. OneTag was developed by which organisation?
A) RBI
B) NHAI
C) NPCI
D) UIDAI
Answer: B) NHAI
Analytical Explanation: The National Highways Authority of India made OneTag operational on the Rajmargyatra app, making FASTag issuer switching more convenient. (The Indian Express)
29. Which app is associated with the OneTag FASTag portability service?
A) DigiLocker
B) Rajmargyatra
C) UMANG
D) BHIM
Answer: B) Rajmargyatra
Analytical Explanation: OneTag was made operational through the Rajmargyatra app and is intended to simplify switching between FASTag issuer banks. (The Indian Express)
30. The India Electric Mobility Index was developed by NITI Aayog in collaboration with:
A) WRI India
B) ISRO
C) NABARD
D) NASSCOM
Answer: A) WRI India
Analytical Explanation: NITI Aayog developed the index in collaboration with WRI India to provide comparative analysis of electric-mobility development across India’s states and Union Territories. (The Indian Express)
Defence & Security
31. Yudh Abhyas is a military exercise between India and:
A) France
B) Russia
C) United States
D) Japan
Answer: C) United States
Analytical Explanation: Yudh Abhyas is the annual bilateral military exercise between the Indian and US armies. The 2026 edition focuses on joint operations, drones, autonomous systems and operations in difficult terrain. (The Indian Express)
32. Which edition of Yudh Abhyas was underway in 2026?
A) 20th
B) 21st
C) 22nd
D) 23rd
Answer: C) 22nd
Analytical Explanation: The 22nd edition of Yudh Abhyas 2026 was conducted at locations including Auli in Uttarakhand and the Mahajan Field Firing Range in Rajasthan. (The Indian Express)
33. Which Indian force’s specialised CoBRA unit got its first woman head in 2026?
A) BSF
B) CRPF
C) CISF
D) ITBP
Answer: B) CRPF
Analytical Explanation: IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar became the first woman officer to head the CRPF’s CoBRA unit as Inspector General. (The Indian Express)
34. What does CoBRA stand for?
A) Combat Battalion for Rapid Action
B) Commando Battalion for Resolute Action
C) Central Battalion for Reconnaissance Action
D) Command Battalion for Regional Action
Answer: B) Commando Battalion for Resolute Action
Analytical Explanation: CoBRA stands for Commando Battalion for Resolute Action. It is a specialised CRPF formation trained for jungle and guerrilla warfare operations. (The Indian Express)
35. Indian Coast Guard Ship Shaunak sailed for which country for the QUAD-at-Sea Ship Observer Mission?
A) Japan
B) Australia
C) Singapore
D) Indonesia
Answer: B) Australia
Analytical Explanation: ICG Ship Shaunak sailed from Chennai towards Perth, Australia, as part of a maritime professional-exchange initiative involving QUAD countries. (MCQ Questions)
🔬 Science & Technology
36. India and which organisation renewed their space cooperation agreement until 2032?
A) NASA
B) ESA
C) JAXA
D) Roscosmos
Answer: B) ESA
Analytical Explanation: ISRO and the European Space Agency renewed their cooperation agreement until 2032, including collaboration in areas such as space weather and robotic space exploration. (The Indian Express)
37. The fifth edition of SEMICON India 2026 was held in which city?
A) Bengaluru
B) Hyderabad
C) Mumbai
D) New Delhi
Answer: D) New Delhi
Analytical Explanation: SEMICON India 2026 was held in New Delhi from 17–19 September under the theme “Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem.” (The Indian Express)
38. What was the theme of SEMICON India 2026?
A) Chips for a Digital India
B) Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem
C) Semiconductor India: Future Ready
D) Designing India’s Digital Future
Answer: B) Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem
Analytical Explanation: The theme emphasised building a complete semiconductor ecosystem involving chip design, materials, equipment, fabrication, packaging and electronics systems. (The Indian Express)
39. What was the announced outlay for Semicon 2.0?
A) ₹50,000 crore
B) ₹75,000 crore
C) ₹1,00,000 crore
D) ₹1,27,500 crore
Answer: D) ₹1,27,500 crore
Analytical Explanation: Semicon 2.0 was outlined with an outlay of ₹1,27,500 crore and focuses on expanding India’s semiconductor ecosystem. (The Indian Express)
40. Which Indian mission’s data helped researchers identify the Australe Basin on the Moon?
A) Mangalyaan
B) Chandrayaan-1
C) Chandrayaan-2
D) Aditya-L1
Answer: B) Chandrayaan-1
Analytical Explanation: Researchers used mineralogical data from Chandrayaan-1 to identify the Australe Basin, an ancient impact basin on the lunar surface. (The Indian Express)
41. The Australe Basin is located on:
A) Mars
B) Earth
C) Moon
D) Venus
Answer: C) Moon
Analytical Explanation: Scientists identified the Australe Basin as an ancient lunar impact basin that had remained difficult to detect because erosion had altered its visible boundaries. (The Indian Express)
42. Which institute’s scientists identified the Australe Basin?
A) Physical Research Laboratory
B) Indian Institute of Science
C) BARC
D) IIT Bombay
Answer: A) Physical Research Laboratory
Analytical Explanation: Researchers from the Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, identified the ancient lunar basin using mineralogical evidence. (The Indian Express)
43. Which organisation celebrated its 85th Foundation Day on 26 September 2026?
A) DRDO
B) CSIR
C) ISRO
D) DST
Answer: B) CSIR
Analytical Explanation: The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research celebrated its 85th Foundation Day on 26 September 2026. CSIR was founded on 26 September 1942. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
44. CSIR was founded in which year?
A) 1935
B) 1940
C) 1942
D) 1947
Answer: C) 1942
Analytical Explanation: CSIR was established on 26 September 1942 and has grown into a major network of scientific research laboratories across India. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
Environment
45. Black carbon is commonly known as:
A) Green gas
B) Soot
C) Methane
D) Ozone
Answer: B) Soot
Analytical Explanation: Black carbon is commonly called soot and is produced mainly through incomplete combustion of fuels and biomass. It absorbs sunlight strongly and can contribute to atmospheric warming and snow/ice melt. (The Indian Express)
46. Black carbon is primarily produced by:
A) Complete combustion
B) Incomplete combustion
C) Photosynthesis
D) Evaporation
Answer: B) Incomplete combustion
Analytical Explanation: Black carbon is generated when carbon-containing fuels such as wood, fossil fuels or waste burn incompletely. (The Indian Express)
47. Which bird has been highlighted in recent research concerning climate change and human-generated noise in the Himalayas?
A) Great Indian Bustard
B) Himalayan Monal
C) Sarus Crane
D) Hornbill
Answer: B) Himalayan Monal
Analytical Explanation: Recent research has examined how climate change may affect Himalayan Monal habitat and how increasing tourism and traffic noise may influence its calls. (The Indian Express)
Sports & Awards
48. Who became the first Indian male recurve archer to win an Archery World Cup Final title?
A) Atanu Das
B) Dhiraj Bommadevara
C) Tarundeep Rai
D) Jayanta Talukdar
Answer: B) Dhiraj Bommadevara
Analytical Explanation: Dhiraj Bommadevara defeated Japan’s Junya Nakanishi in a shoot-off at Saltillo, Mexico, becoming the first Indian male recurve archer to win a World Cup Final title. (The Indian Express)
49. The 2032 UCI Road World Championships are scheduled to be hosted by which Indian city?
A) Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Pune
D) Bengaluru
Answer: C) Pune
Analytical Explanation: Pune was selected to host the 2032 UCI Road World Championships. The event would mark an important milestone for India’s international cycling calendar. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
50. Which country/region had previously hosted the UCI Road World Championships in Asia before India’s scheduled 2032 edition?
A) Japan
B) Qatar
C) UAE
D) All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
Analytical Explanation: India is set to join Japan, Qatar and the UAE as Asian hosts of the UCI Road World Championships. Pune is the designated Indian host city for 2032. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
Quick Revision – 15 One-Liners
- Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2024: Anant Nag. (The Indian Express)
- India Electric Mobility Index 2025 leader: Delhi. (The Indian Express)
- IEMI developed by: NITI Aayog + WRI India. (The Indian Express)
- Global Gender Gap Index 2026 top country: Iceland. (The Indian Express)
- India’s Global Gender Gap rank: 131st. (The Indian Express)
- SEMICON India 2026 venue: New Delhi. (The Indian Express)
- SEMICON India 2026 theme: Silicon to Systems: Building the Ecosystem. (The Indian Express)
- Semicon 2.0 outlay: ₹1,27,500 crore. (The Indian Express)
- Yudh Abhyas: India–US military exercise. (The Indian Express)
- CoBRA: Commando Battalion for Resolute Action. (The Indian Express)
- CSIR Foundation Day: 26 September. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
- World Tourism Day: 27 September. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
- World Tourism Day 2026 theme: Digital Agenda and Artificial Intelligence to Redesign Tourism. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
- First Indian male recurve archer to win World Cup Final: Dhiraj Bommadevara. (The Indian Express)
- 2032 UCI Road World Championships host city: Pune. (Shankar IAS Parliament)
