Question 1

What topics are covered in the 24 September 2026 current affairs quiz?

Accepted Answer

The 24 September 2026 quiz covers International Relations, Economy, Security, Polity with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 24 September 2026 daily quiz for UPSC preparation?

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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?

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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 Indian ministry is primarily responsible for negotiating and signing Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) like the India-New Zealand FTA?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Commerce and Industry, The Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through its Department of Commerce, is the nodal agency for India's international trade negotiations, including FTAs. The Ministry of External Affairs handles diplomatic aspects, but the lead on trade deals is with Commerce. Hence option B is correct.

Question 6

Which institution was designated as the nodal body for coordinating BRICS Centres of Excellence for mental health?

Accepted Answer

NIMHANS, Bengaluru, The New Delhi Declaration explicitly states that NIMHANS (National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences) in Bengaluru will serve as the coordinating centre for a network of training hubs and Centres of Excellence for mental health among BRICS nations.

Question 7

Which institution of the European Union is responsible for negotiating trade agreements on behalf of its member states?

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European Commission, The European Commission is the executive branch of the EU and is responsible for negotiating international trade agreements on behalf of all member states. The European Council sets political direction, while the European Parliament gives final approval.

Question 8

Which Article of the Constitution provides for the establishment and powers of the Election Commission of India?

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Article 324, Article 324 vests the superintendence, direction, and control of elections in an Election Commission. The other options relate to President's rule (356), Finance Commission (280), and National Emergency (352).

Question 9

Which US department issued the statement after the Rubio-Jaishankar meeting regarding the sanctions law?

Accepted Answer

US Department of State, The article states that a US Department of State release detailed the discussion on sanctions and energy security. The Secretary of State, Marco Rubio, led the meeting, making the State Department the relevant body.

Question 10

Which Article of the Constitution of India was invoked by the Jammu, Kashmir and Ladakh High Court to allow termination of pregnancy beyond the statutory MTP limit?

Accepted Answer

Article 226, The High Court exercised its writ jurisdiction under Article 226 of the Constitution, which empowers High Courts to issue orders and writs for enforcement of fundamental rights and other legal rights. The court held that this constitutional remedy cannot be denied even if the case falls outside the statuary MTP framework.

Question 11

Which ministry is primarily responsible for India's participation in the BRICS summit?

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Ministry of External Affairs, India's foreign policy and participation in multilateral groupings like BRICS are handled by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA). The article mentions India's diplomatic repositioning and hosting of the summit, which falls under MEA's purview.

Question 12

Which US federal statute prohibits the president from unilaterally withdrawing the United States from NATO without Senate approval or an Act of Congress?

Accepted Answer

22 USC §1928f, 22 USC §1928f, enacted in 2023, specifically requires the president to obtain either two-thirds Senate approval or an Act of Congress before withdrawing the US from NATO. Article 5 is the collective defence clause, Article 13 is the withdrawal notice provision, and the War Powers Resolution relates to military action, not treaty withdrawal.

Question 13

Which three companies, according to the article, dominate the global subsea cable manufacturing market?

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Alcatel Submarine Networks, SubCom, NEC, The article states that Alcatel Submarine Networks of France, SubCom of the US, and NEC of Japan dominate the manufacturing market and have built approximately 90% of total cable length deployed presently. The other options are not mentioned in the article as cable manufacturers.

Question 14

Which department notified the Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026 mentioned in the news?

Accepted Answer

Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), The article clearly states that the Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026 was notified by the DPIIT on June 25, 2026. DPIIT is a department under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, often the nodal body for QCOs and industrial policy. BIS enforces standards but does not issue the order; MSME ministry is not directly involved in this notification.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the India-New Zealand FTA:

1. The FTA is expected to boost Indian pharmaceutical exports to New Zealand.

2. India has granted immediate zero-duty access to all dairy products from New Zealand.

3. The deal is part of India's strategy to strengthen economic ties in the Indo-Pacific region.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the FTA aims to boost Indian pharma exports. Statement 2 is incorrect because India has kept the dairy sector sensitive and has not granted immediate zero-duty access to all dairy products; tariff reductions are likely phased. Statement 3 is correct as the deal aligns with India's Act East and Indo-Pacific strategies. Hence option C is correct.

Question 16

Consider the following statements:

1. The 18th BRICS Summit was held under India's chairship.

2. BRICS adopted a common currency at the 2026 summit.

3. The New Delhi Declaration consists of 45 pages with 140 paragraphs.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: India presided over the 18th BRICS Summit in 2026. Statement 2 is incorrect: the declaration explicitly steered clear of a common currency and focused on local currency trade settlement. Statement 3 is correct: the declaration is 45 pages containing 140 paragraphs.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the India-EU Free Trade Agreement (FTA):

1. The FTA will be signed on December 16, 2026 in Brussels.

2. The deal requires ratification by each individual EU country's parliament before it can come into force.

3. The FTA is part of PM Modi's back-to-back trips in December for FTAs with Canada, the US, and the EU.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article: the signing is scheduled for December 16, 2026 in Brussels. Statement 2 is incorrect because the deal has 'majority approval' in Europe and will not need to be individually ratified in each EU country. Statement 3 is correct as PM Modi will travel to Canada, the US (G20), and Belgium for separate FTAs.

Question 18

Consider the following statements:

1. The 2023 Act on CEC appointment replaced the Chief Justice of India with a Union Cabinet minister in the selection committee.

2. The Anoop Baranwal case was decided by a two-judge bench of the Supreme Court.

3. Justice Datta held that the petitions could be decided by the present bench itself without referring to a Constitution Bench.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: the 2023 Act replaced CJI with a Cabinet minister. Statement 2 is incorrect: Anoop Baranwal was decided by a Constitution Bench (5 judges). Statement 3 is correct: Justice Datta believed the settled principle from Anoop Baranwal could be applied by the present bench. Hence option C is correct.

Question 19

According to the news article, which of the following sectors is explicitly mentioned as a key area for tariff reductions under the India-New Zealand FTA?

Accepted Answer

Dairy, The news article explicitly mentions dairy, pharmaceuticals, and services as key sectors. Automobiles, textiles, and electronics are not highlighted in the provided article content. Dairy is a sensitive sector for India, and its inclusion makes it a key data point for the exam.

Question 20

What was the theme of the 18th BRICS Summit held in New Delhi in 2026?

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Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability, The theme was explicitly stated in the article: 'Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability'. Option B was the theme of the 16th BRICS Summit (Kazan, 2024). Options C and D are fabricated.

Question 21

When were the India-EU FTA negotiations concluded?

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January 2026, Negotiations on the India-EU FTA restarted in June 2022 and were concluded in January 2026. The signing is scheduled for December 2026, and the roll-out is expected in early 2027.

Question 22

How many members constitute the selection committee for CEC and ECs under the 2023 Act?

Accepted Answer

3, The 2023 Act provides a three-member selection committee: Prime Minister, a Union Cabinet minister nominated by the PM, and the Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha. The earlier interim mechanism also had three members (PM, LoP, CJI).

Question 23

What is the maximum tariff percentage that the US can impose under the new sanctions law against countries buying Russian oil?

Accepted Answer

100%, The article explicitly states that the Lindsey O. Graham Act gives the President authority to impose up to 100% tariffs on countries that continue to buy oil and gas from Russia. The other options are distractors not mentioned in the news.

Question 24

As per the J&K High Court judgment, what was the exact gestational period of the minor at the time of the ruling?

Accepted Answer

24 weeks and 2 days, The article states: 'the pregnancy had advanced to 24 weeks and 02 days by September 22, the date of the judgment.' The other options are close distractors; the correct figure is exactly 24 weeks and 2 days.

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