Daily Current Affairs Quiz, 13 September 2026MCQs for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching Exams
Practice the Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 13 September 2026 with 15 MCQs and explanations. Questions sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express, selected for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exam preparation. Topics covered include International Relations, Economy, Security and Social Issues.
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All Questions in Today's Current Affairs Quiz
Q1Which two permanent members of the UN Security Council reiterated support for Brazil and India's UNSC aspirations in the BRICS Delhi 2026 declaration?
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Which two permanent members of the UN Security Council reiterated support for Brazil and India's UNSC aspirations in the BRICS Delhi 2026 declaration?
Answer: China and Russia
The article explicitly states: 'China and Russia, as permanent members of the UN Security Council, reiterate their support to the aspirations of Brazil and India to play a greater role in the UN, including its Security Council.'
International Relations · Economy · Security · easy
Q2Which ministry is responsible for the compilation and release of India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) statistics?
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Which ministry is responsible for the compilation and release of India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) statistics?
Answer: Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
MoSPI is the nodal ministry for GDP estimation in India. The RBI, Ministry of Finance, and NITI Aayog use GDP data but do not compile it. This is a standard static GK question linking to the article's reference of MoSPI releasing Q1 GDP numbers.
Economy · Social Issues · easy
Q3Which of the following Indian satellites is part of the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation (RSSC)?
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Which of the following Indian satellites is part of the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation (RSSC)?
Answer: Resourcesat 2A
The article explicitly mentions India’s Resourcesat 2 and 2A as part of the RSSC. INSAT-3DR, Cartosat-2, and Oceansat-2 are other Indian remote sensing/communication satellites but are not part of this BRICS constellation.
International Relations · Science Tech · Environment · Security · easy
Q4Which organization released the December 2024 report titled 'Site Adjacent Factory Employee Accommodation'?
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Which organization released the December 2024 report titled 'Site Adjacent Factory Employee Accommodation'?
Answer: NITI Aayog
The article explicitly states that NITI Aayog released a December 2024 report on 'Site Adjacent Factory Employee Accommodation' recommending a market-driven model for dormitory housing near workplaces. Other options are not mentioned in the article.
Economy · Infrastructure · Social Issues · easy
Q5Which research organization published the report detailing Russia's record fuel imports from India in August 2026?
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Which research organization published the report detailing Russia's record fuel imports from India in August 2026?
Answer: Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA)
The article explicitly states that the data comes from a report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA). The other options are well-known energy bodies but not mentioned in the article.
International Relations · Economy · Security · easy
Q6Which organization is responsible for forecasting rainfall and temperatures in India as mentioned in the article?
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Which organization is responsible for forecasting rainfall and temperatures in India as mentioned in the article?
Answer: India Meteorological Department (IMD)
The article clearly states that the IMD had forecast above-normal temperatures and below-normal rainfall for September. IMD is the nodal agency for weather and climate forecasting in India.
Economy · Environment · Infrastructure · easy
Q7Consider the following statements regarding the BRICS Delhi 2026 declaration:
1. The declaration explicitly named Ukraine and condemned Russia's invasion.
2. The declaration condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025.
3. The declaration supported Iran's bid for accession to the WTO.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the BRICS Delhi 2026 declaration:
1. The declaration explicitly named Ukraine and condemned Russia's invasion.
2. The declaration condemned the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025.
3. The declaration supported Iran's bid for accession to the WTO.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 2 and 3
Statement 1 is incorrect because the declaration avoided any mention of Ukraine. Statement 2 is correct: the declaration condemned the Pahalgam attack (22 April 2025). Statement 3 is correct: the declaration expressed strong support for Iran's WTO accession bid.
International Relations · Economy · Security · hard
Q8Consider the following statements regarding the GDP growth data discussed in the article:
1. The Q1 2026-27 GDP growth in constant prices was 10.3%.
2. The article mentions that the CAGR of GDP on old and new base years shows the economy has shifted to a higher growth trajectory in 2026-27.
3. The merchandise trade deficit for April-August 2026 touched USD 150 billion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the GDP growth data discussed in the article:
1. The Q1 2026-27 GDP growth in constant prices was 10.3%.
2. The article mentions that the CAGR of GDP on old and new base years shows the economy has shifted to a higher growth trajectory in 2026-27.
3. The merchandise trade deficit for April-August 2026 touched USD 150 billion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Only 3
Statement 1 is incorrect: constant price GDP growth was 7.8%, not 10.3% (nominal was 10.3%). Statement 2 is incorrect: the article concludes 'the economy has not shifted gears; nor is it in overdrive' - CAGR is marginally higher, not a significant shift. Statement 3 is correct: trade deficit touched USD 150 billion in April-August 2026.
Economy · Social Issues · hard
Q9Consider the following statements regarding the New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit:
1. The declaration acknowledges significant progress in finalising the amendment to the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation (RSSC) Agreement for including new space agencies.
2. The declaration calls for the immediate creation of a legally binding instrument on the Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space (PAROS).
3. The declaration welcomes the 65th jubilee of the first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the New Delhi Declaration adopted at the 18th BRICS Summit:
1. The declaration acknowledges significant progress in finalising the amendment to the BRICS Remote Sensing Satellite Constellation (RSSC) Agreement for including new space agencies.
2. The declaration calls for the immediate creation of a legally binding instrument on the Prevention of an Arms Race in Outer Space (PAROS).
3. The declaration welcomes the 65th jubilee of the first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as per the article: 'acknowledges the significant progress in finalising the amendment ... for including new space agencies'. Statement 2 is incorrect because the declaration notes the initiative of some members to create a working group that 'will also look into a legally binding instrument on PAROS', not a call for immediate creation. Statement 3 is correct: the declaration explicitly welcomes the 65th jubilee of Gagarin’s flight.
International Relations · Science Tech · Environment · Security · hard
Q10According to the BRICS Delhi 2026 declaration, how many people were killed in the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025?
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According to the BRICS Delhi 2026 declaration, how many people were killed in the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025?
Answer: 26
The article explicitly states: 'We condemn in the strongest terms the terrorist attack in Jammu and Kashmir on 22 April 2025, during which 26 people were killed and many more injured.'
International Relations · Economy · Security · medium
Q11According to the article, what was the reported unemployment rate for youth aged 15-29 years?
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According to the article, what was the reported unemployment rate for youth aged 15-29 years?
Answer: 16.2%
The article explicitly states 'the unemployment rate among youth of 15-29 years at a high of 16.2 per cent'. Option D (40.5%) is a distractor from the statistic for graduates aged 29-34. Options A and B are not mentioned in the article.
Economy · Social Issues · medium
Q12According to the article, in which year did Yuri Gagarin undertake the first human spaceflight?
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According to the article, in which year did Yuri Gagarin undertake the first human spaceflight?
Answer: 1961
The article states: 'the 65th jubilee of the first human spaceflight by Yuri Gagarin on 12 April, 1961'. Hence the correct year is 1961. 1957 was the Sputnik launch, 1969 was Apollo 11, 1971 was Salyut 1.
International Relations · Science Tech · Environment · Security · medium
Q13According to the article, what is the minimum monthly rent paid by a worker sharing accommodation with at least four other people in Sriperumbudur?
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According to the article, what is the minimum monthly rent paid by a worker sharing accommodation with at least four other people in Sriperumbudur?
Answer: ₹2,000
The article states: 'Each resident pays a minimum of ₹2,000 a month to share space with at least four other people.' ₹1,000 is mentioned as a deduction for food and transport in the earn-and-learn programme, not rent. ₹2,500 and ₹3,000 are not cited.
Economy · Infrastructure · Social Issues · medium
Q14According to the CREA report, what was the value of gasoline exported from India to Russia in August 2026?
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According to the CREA report, what was the value of gasoline exported from India to Russia in August 2026?
Answer: €78 million
The article states that India exported 120,000 tonnes of gasoline worth 78 million euros. The other options use incorrect units (billion, crore, lakh) to create distractors.
International Relations · Economy · Security · medium
Q15What was the percentage decline in hydropower generation in India from April 1 to September 9, 2026 compared to the same period in 2025?
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What was the percentage decline in hydropower generation in India from April 1 to September 9, 2026 compared to the same period in 2025?
Answer: 10.85%
The article explicitly mentions that hydropower generation declined by 10.85% (from 91,652.19 MU in 2025 to 81,709.09 MU in 2026) for the period April to September. 15% is the rainfall deficit, 20.7% is the increase in electricity consumption during Sep 1-9, and 80.32% is the increase in gas-based generation.
Economy · Environment · Infrastructure · medium
Topics Covered
Relevant for UPSC Prelims, MPSC, SSC CGL, Banking , Teaching and State PSC exams.
Articles Covered
- BRICS Delhi Declaration 2026 Avoids Ukraine, Condemns US Tariffs & Pahalgam Attack
- India's Q1 GDP Growth at 7.8% but Raises Concerns on Jobs, Wages & Investment
- 18th BRICS Summit New Delhi Declaration: RSSC Expansion, Space Debris, PAROS Working Group
- Worker Accommodation Services Industry Emerges in Industrial Corridors: NITI Aayog Backs PPP Model
- Russia Imports Record 172,000 Tonnes Fuel from India as Ukraine Strikes Hit Refineries: CREA Report
- India's Peak Power Demand Hits 269 GW in September 2026 Due to 15% Rainfall Deficit and El Niño
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