Question 1

What topics are covered in the 18 September 2026 current affairs quiz?

Accepted Answer

The 18 September 2026 quiz covers Polity, Governance, Social Issues, International Relations with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 18 September 2026 daily quiz for UPSC preparation?

Accepted Answer

Attempt the quiz after reading the daily current affairs. Focus on understanding the explanation for each question. Link each topic to your static GK notes for comprehensive preparation.

Question 3

How many MCQs should I practice daily for competitive exams?

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Experts recommend 10-20 current affairs MCQs daily. This takes only 5-7 minutes but significantly improves retention through active recall, which is more effective than passive reading.

Question 4

Are these quiz questions based on The Hindu and Indian Express?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All questions are derived from important news articles published in The Hindu and Indian Express, filtered and ranked by AI for exam relevance across UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exams.

Question 5

Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to secure a Uniform Civil Code for its citizens?

Accepted Answer

Article 44, Article 44, under Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy), states that the State shall endeavour to secure a Uniform Civil Code throughout the territory of India. Articles 25 and 29 are Fundamental Rights related to religion and culture, while Article 14 guarantees equality.

Question 6

Which grouping's 18th summit was held in New Delhi in September 2026?

Accepted Answer

BRICS, The article states that the 18th BRICS Summit took place at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi in September 2026. BRICS is a grouping of major emerging economies.

Question 7

Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution contains anti-defection provisions that formed the basis of the Telangana High Court's decision disqualifying MLA Danam Nagender?

Accepted Answer

Tenth Schedule, The article explicitly mentions that disqualification was sought under paragraph 2(1)(a) of the Tenth Schedule. The Tenth Schedule, added by the 52nd Amendment, deals with disqualification of members on grounds of defection.

Question 8

Which ministry is responsible for implementing the iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) scheme mentioned in the news?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Defence, iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) is a flagship scheme launched by the Ministry of Defence in April 2018 to foster innovation and support startups and MSMEs in the defence and aerospace sectors. The Ministry of Defence oversees all defence-related production, procurement, and R&D initiatives in India.

Question 9

Which company manufactures the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet mentioned in the news?

Accepted Answer

Lockheed Martin, The article explicitly states that the F-35 Lightning II is built by Lockheed Martin. The other options are major US defense contractors but not the manufacturer of the F-35.

Question 10

Which country/countries signed the Makkah Joint Defence Agreement with Saudi Arabia in August 2026?

Accepted Answer

Both Pakistan and Turkey, The Makkah Joint Defence Agreement was signed by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey on August 7, 2026. The agreement states that an armed attack on any one of the three countries will be regarded as an attack on all three.

Question 11

Which strait do the Houthis now dominate after capturing Mayun Island and the port of Mokha?

Accepted Answer

Bab el-Mandeb, The article states that the Houthis captured Mayun Island and the port of Mokha in the Bab el-Mandeb Strait, giving them control over this critical maritime chokepoint. The Strait of Hormuz is controlled by Iran, while Malacca is in Southeast Asia and Bosphorus links Europe and Asia.

Question 12

Which statutory order governs the allotment and dispute resolution of election symbols in India?

Accepted Answer

Election Symbols (Reservation & Allotment) Order, 1968, The Symbols Order is issued by the Election Commission under Article 324 and provides the framework for allotting symbols to parties and candidates, including para 15 for resolving rival group claims. The Representation of the People Act deals with elections conduct but not symbol allocation.

Question 13

Which credit rating agency raised India's GDP growth forecast for fiscal 2026-27 to 7%?

Accepted Answer

Moody's Ratings, As per the article, Moody's Ratings raised India's GDP growth forecast for fiscal 2026-27 to 7% from 6%. JCR upgraded India's rating to A-, while S&P and Fitch affirmed India's investment-grade rating.

Question 14

Consider the following statements:

1. Uttarakhand has implemented the Uniform Civil Code since January 2025.

2. The Law Commission in its 2018 Consultation Paper recommended immediate implementation of the Uniform Civil Code.

3. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar suggested that the Uniform Civil Code could remain voluntary.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article states Uttarakhand has had a UCC in force since January 2025. Statement 2 is incorrect – the Law Commission (2018) opined that UCC is neither necessary nor desirable at this stage, and recommended reforming discriminatory personal laws instead. Statement 3 is correct – Dr. Ambedkar in the Constituent Assembly proposed that the UCC could remain voluntary.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the New Delhi Declaration of the 18th BRICS Summit:

1. For the first time since 2022, the declaration did not include any reference to the Ukraine war.

2. The declaration strongly condemned Israel over civilian killings and attacks on Lebanon.

3. All of India's neighbouring countries attended the outreach session of the summit.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct: the article notes that references to Ukraine were dropped for the first time since 2022. Statement 2 is correct: the declaration included strong criticism of Israel. Statement 3 is incorrect: the article states that no leaders from neighbouring countries attended; Bangladesh and Nepal were unable to attend due to separate issues.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the Telangana High Court's disqualification of MLA Danam Nagender:

1. Danam Nagender was disqualified from the date he contested the Lok Sabha election (April 23, 2024).
2. The High Court held that the Speaker's order dismissing the disqualification petition was constitutional and valid.
3. The petitioners who sought disqualification included both a BRS MLA and a BJP MLA.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: the court declared disqualification effective from April 23, 2024. Statement 2 is incorrect: the High Court set aside the Speaker's order, meaning it was not upheld. Statement 3 is correct: petitioners were BRS MLA Padi Kaushik Reddy and BJP MLA Alleti Maheshwar Reddy. Hence option C is correct.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding India's defence sector as reported in the news:

1. India's annual defence production reached an all-time high of ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY 2025-26.

2. The Quess Corp report projects that the defence technology market will triple from $7.6 billion to $19 billion by 2035.

3. The iDEX scheme had awarded approximately 650 contracts worth about $344 million by late 2025.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article states defence production reached ₹1.78 lakh crore in FY 2025-26, an all-time high. Statement 2 is incorrect because the report projects the market to triple by 2030, not 2035. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions iDEX had awarded roughly 650 contracts worth about $344 million (₹3,000 crore+) by late 2025. Hence option C is correct.

Question 18

According to the article, by which year does the Union Home Minister aim to implement the Uniform Civil Code in all NDA-ruled states?

Accepted Answer

2029, The article clearly mentions that Union Home Minister Amit Shah has indicated that UCC would be implemented in all 21 NDA-ruled states by 2029. The other years are distractors not mentioned in the news.

Question 19

According to the article, what percentage of global trade do BRICS nations represent?

Accepted Answer

25%, The interview explicitly states that the BRICS countries represent 25% of global trade. The other options are distractors; 40% is the share of global economy, not trade.

Question 20

On which date did the Telangana High Court deliver its verdict declaring Danam Nagender disqualified as a member of the Legislative Assembly?

Accepted Answer

September 18, 2026, The article states the verdict was pronounced on Friday, September 18, 2026. March 11, 2026 is when the Speaker dismissed the petition; August 21, 2026 is when the High Court reserved orders; July 31, 2025 is when the Supreme Court directed the Speaker to adjudicate within three months.

Question 21

According to the Quess Corp report cited in the news, what percentage of specialised defence roles could remain unfilled by 2030 without targeted skilling?

Accepted Answer

40-45%, The Quess Corp report explicitly warns that without targeted skilling, 40-45% of specialised roles in radar engineering, avionics, quantum communications, and other critical areas could remain unfilled by 2030. This gap risks bottlenecking aircraft development, unmanned systems, naval projects, and secure communications networks.

Question 22

According to the news article, what is the estimated total cost of the proposed sale of up to 48 F-35 jets to Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

$24.3 billion, The article repeatedly mentions the deal is worth $24.3 billion. Option A is close but slightly lower; option D is the value of another arms deal (bombs) mentioned alongside.

Question 23

What was the global oil price in September 2026 according to the article?

Accepted Answer

$100 per barrel, The article states that global oil price crossed $100 per barrel in September 2026, up from $70 in June 2026. Options A, B, and C are distractors; $70 was the June price.

Question 24

According to recent economic assessments, how much revenue does the Houthi parallel administration generate annually through tax and collection mechanisms?

Accepted Answer

$2.5 billion, The article cites Rana Friefer's analysis in Al Majalla stating the Houthi administration generates roughly $2.5 billion annually through parallel tax and collection mechanisms. The $2 billion figure mentioned separately is for illicit oil trade.

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