06 September 2026
Practice today’s important current affairs through exam-oriented questions designed primarily for APSC, UPSC and ADRE aspirants. Questions are framed from moderate to difficult level and are also useful for other competitive examinations.
Current Affairs MCQs
Moderate to difficult questions designed to test conceptual understanding along with current-affairs knowledge.
With reference to the Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble, consider the following statements:
- India has submitted the proposal for the ensemble under the Cultural category of UNESCO.
- The proposal invokes UNESCO criteria (III) and (IV).
- Criterion (III) relates to the exceptional testimony provided by the Tai Ahom polity’s living cultural tradition, belief system and statecraft.
- The ensemble has already been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a component of the proposed Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble?
With reference to India-Myanmar cooperation on critical minerals, consider the following statements:
- Critical minerals have relevance for both the green-energy transition and national security.
- Northern Myanmar contains mineral-rich areas, some of which are located in conflict-affected terrain.
- India’s National Critical Mineral Mission is linked to the strategic importance of such minerals.
- The cooperation discussed in the report is restricted only to tourism and cultural exchanges.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding India’s economic growth data for April-June 2026:
- Real GDP growth was reported at 7.8 per cent.
- Real GVA growth was reported at 8.2 per cent.
- Manufacturing growth was reported at 9.2 per cent.
- The reported real GDP growth was lower than real GVA growth.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the UN General Assembly resolution on map projections, consider the following statements:
- India voted in favour of the resolution.
- The discussion highlighted distortions in the apparent size of landmasses under the Mercator projection.
- India supported broader consideration of Equal Area projections.
- India endorsed Equal Earth as the only acceptable projection for all purposes.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
SH2RFSSM, developed by researchers at IIT Guwahati, is best associated with which of the following?
Which combination best captures the significance of SH2RFSSM?
- It combines event-driven or spiking principles with state-space modelling.
- It is designed with energy efficiency in mind.
- It has potential relevance for edge-AI applications.
- It is designed specifically as a conventional fossil-fuel power-generation technology.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Consider the following statements regarding the Yarlung Tsangpo-Siang-Brahmaputra river system:
- The river is known as the Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet.
- It becomes the Siang in Arunachal Pradesh.
- It is known as the Brahmaputra in Assam.
- Downstream concerns include water flow, sedimentation, flooding and lean-season flows.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the TTAADC elections mentioned in the current-affairs material, consider the following statements:
- Elections are scheduled for 587 Village Committees.
- The reported election date is September 28.
- The BJP is to contest in alliance with TIPRA Motha and IPFT.
- The election concerns Village Committees under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to Assam’s plans concerning makhana cultivation, which of the following is the most appropriate interpretation?
Consider the following statements regarding NIMAS mentioned in today’s current affairs:
- NIMAS is based in Dirang.
- It functions under the Ministry of Defence.
- It was associated with first ascents of 20 unclimbed Ladakh peaks above 6,000 metres.
- The reported expedition was confined exclusively to peaks below 3,000 metres.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the auto-component industry, consider the following statements:
- Around Rs 98,000 crore of inventory was reported to be locked in the industry.
- Better inventory management was estimated to potentially release Rs 29,000-39,000 crore.
- MSMEs account for around 80 per cent of auto-component manufacturers.
- A 30 per cent productivity improvement across the MSME supplier base was associated with potential additional annual turnover of Rs 74,000-88,000 crore.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
With reference to the iBRICS Summit mentioned in the current-affairs material, consider the following statements:
- The summit is scheduled in New Delhi on September 12-13.
- It is being convened by the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute.
- The discussions are expected to include financial connectivity, payment systems and CBDC interoperability.
- The summit is unrelated to India’s hosting of the 18th BRICS Summit.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Which of the following correctly describes the historical humanitarian link between India and Poland highlighted in today’s report?
India-Bangladesh relations, as discussed in the current-affairs material, involve which of the following shared areas of interest?
- Trade
- River water issues
- Connectivity
- Internal security
Which of the statements given above are correct?
Prelims Answer Key
Check your responses before reading the explanations.
Answers & Explanations
Concise explanations focusing on the concepts tested by each question.
Answer: B
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. India submitted the Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble proposal under the Cultural category, invoking UNESCO criteria III and IV. Criterion III concerns the testimony to the living cultural tradition, belief system and statecraft of the Tai Ahom polity. The material places the ensemble on the Tentative List, so statement 4 is incorrect because it has not yet been inscribed as a World Heritage Site.
Answer: D
Rang-Ghar, Talatal Ghar and Namdang Stone Bridge are among the components listed for the proposed Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble. Kaziranga National Park is an Assam UNESCO site under the Natural category and is not a component of this proposed cultural ensemble.
Answer: B
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. The report links critical minerals with the green-energy transition and national security. Northern Myanmar contains mineral-rich and conflict-affected areas, while India’s National Critical Mineral Mission reflects the strategic importance of securing critical-mineral supplies. Statement 4 is incorrect because the reported India-Myanmar discussions also covered trade, security and connectivity.
Answer: D
All four statements are correct. Real GDP growth for April-June 2026 was reported at 7.8 per cent, real GVA at 8.2 per cent and manufacturing at 9.2 per cent. Therefore, the reported real GDP growth was lower than real GVA growth.
Answer: B
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. India voted in favour of the UN resolution and supported broader consideration of Equal Area projections. The discussion highlighted how the Mercator projection can distort the apparent size of landmasses, especially away from the equator. The report does not say that India endorsed one projection as universally mandatory, making statement 4 incorrect.
Answer: A
SH2RFSSM is a brain-inspired AI architecture developed by IIT Guwahati researchers. It is designed for efficient processing of long sequences and is associated with energy-efficient AI and potential edge-AI applications.
Answer: B
Statements 1, 2 and 3 correctly describe the reported architecture. It combines event-driven or spiking principles with state-space modelling, with the objective of reducing energy consumption while handling long sequences. Statement 4 is unrelated to the technology.
Answer: D
All four statements are correct according to the current-affairs material. The river is referred to as the Yarlung Tsangpo in Tibet, becomes the Siang in Arunachal Pradesh and is known as the Brahmaputra in Assam. The report highlights downstream concerns including water flow, sedimentation, flooding and lean-season flows, along with seismic risks in the Himalayan region.
Answer: D
All four statements are correct. The report states that elections to 587 Village Committees under the Tripura Tribal Areas Autonomous District Council are scheduled for September 28, with the BJP contesting in alliance with TIPRA Motha and IPFT.
Answer: A
Assam is exploring large-scale commercial makhana cultivation. The reported approach includes learning from Bihar, along with attention to technology, value addition, processing and market connectivity. The initiative is therefore broader than simply increasing cultivation.
Answer: B
NIMAS is the Dirang-based institute under the Ministry of Defence mentioned in the report. It was associated with first ascents of 20 unclimbed Ladakh peaks above 6,000 metres. Statement 4 is incorrect because it contradicts the reported altitude.
Answer: D
All four statements are correct according to the report. Around Rs 98,000 crore of inventory was reported to be locked in the auto-component industry, with Rs 29,000-39,000 crore potentially releasable through better inventory management. MSMEs account for around 80 per cent of manufacturers, and a 30 per cent productivity improvement across the MSME supplier base was associated with potential additional annual turnover of Rs 74,000-88,000 crore.
Answer: B
Statements 1, 2 and 3 are correct. The iBRICS Summit is scheduled in New Delhi on September 12-13 and is convened by the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute. The discussions are expected to cover financial connectivity, payment systems and CBDC interoperability. The summit is being held alongside India’s hosting of the 18th BRICS Summit, making statement 4 incorrect.
Answer: A
The report recalls the humanitarian role of Maharaja Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinhji Jadeja of Nawanagar, who sheltered around 1,000 Polish children at Balachadi during the Second World War. He provided accommodation, food, education and medical care and was remembered as Bapu or the Good King. The report also mentions the shelter provided by Kolhapur to around 5,000 Polish refugees.
Answer: D
The report identifies trade, river water, connectivity and internal security as shared areas of interest between India and Bangladesh. It also notes uncertainty around the proposed visit of Bangladesh’s Prime Minister and stresses the importance of political-level dialogue for bilateral cooperation.
Mains Answer Writing
Analytical questions for APSC and UPSC Mains, with Assam-specific relevance wherever applicable.