Daily Current Affairs Quiz 11th October, 2026 for Banking & Competitive Exams |

Daily Current Affairs: 11 October 2026

Q1. India’s Putul Sonowal assured the country’s first-ever medal at the World Bowls Champion of Champions in Barham, Australia, by reaching the semi-finals. Which state does Putul Sonowal hail from?

(a) Manipur

(b) Assam

(d) Meghalaya

(e) Jharkhand

Answer: b

Solution:

Putul Sonowal, a 43-year-old player from Assam, secured India’s first-ever medal at the World Bowls Champion of Champions in Barham, Australia.
He reached the semi-finals of the men’s singles event.
He defeated Singapore’s Harriman Yuen in the quarter-finals to secure a place in the last four.

Q2. World Migratory Bird Day 2026 was celebrated under the theme “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!”. Which international initiative completed 60 years of monitoring waterbird populations in 2026?

(a) Asian Waterbird Census (AWC)

(b) International Waterbird Census (IWC)

(d) Wetland Bird Survey (WeBS)

(e) Central Asian Flyway Assessment (CAFA)

Answer: b

Solution:

World Migratory Bird Day observed on 9 May and 10 October.
Theme: “Every Bird Counts – Your Observations Matter!”
The campaign raises awareness about migratory birds, threats to their survival and the protection of their habitats.
It was launched in 2006 by the Convention on the Conservation of Migratory Species of Wild Animals (CMS) and the Agreement on the Conservation of African-Eurasian Migratory Waterbirds (AEWA).
The 2026 theme highlights citizen science, encouraging individuals and communities to contribute observations for scientific research and bird conservation.
2026 marks 60 years of the International Waterbird Census (IWC), which began in 1967 under the International Waterfowl Research Bureau, a predecessor of Wetlands International.

Q3. The Department of School Education & Literacy (DoSEL) organized a nationwide screening of an orientation module on Inclusive Education via the PRASHAST Portal. Under PRASHAST, how many probable disability conditions are covered for initial screening as per the RPwD Act, 2016?

(a) 7

(b) 14

(d) 21

(e) 25

Answer: d

Solution:

The Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSEL), Ministry of Education, organised nationwide screening of a 30-minute sensitisation and orientation module on inclusive education for Children with Special Needs (CwSN).
The module is delivered through the PRASHAST Portal and is available in 12 Indian languages.
It aims to help teachers, special educators and non-teaching staff create safe, accessible and supportive school environments.
PRASHAST stands for Pre-Assessment Holistic Screening Tool.
It is a school-based disability screening tool for identifying children with probable disabilities covered under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.
It covers 21 disability conditions and serves as an initial screening and referral mechanism.
Part 1: Initial screening by regular teachers.
Part 2: Validation of observations and tentative identification of disability categories by special educators or counsellors.
Teachers are expected to observe students for 1–2 months across classrooms, playgrounds, co-curricular activities and social interactions before recording observations.
The initiative supports inclusive education in line with the National Education Policy (NEP), 2020 and the RPwD Act, 2016.

Q4. The documentary ‘Pandharpur Wari – In the Footsteps of the Saints’ won the national award in the Best Branded Programme category at the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2026. Which state government produced this documentary in partnership with Warner Bros. Discovery?

(a) Gujarat

(b) Madhya Pradesh

(d) Karnataka

(e) Uttar Pradesh

Answer: c

Solution:

The documentary ‘Pandharpur Wari – In the Footsteps of the Saints’ was named India’s national winner in the Best Branded Programme category at the Asian Academy Creative Awards 2026.
It was produced by Maharashtra’s Information and Public Relations Department in collaboration with Warner Bros. Discovery.
The 22-minute English-language documentary showcases the spiritual and cultural heritage of the centuries-old Pandharpur pilgrimage.
It highlights the teachings of saints Dnyaneshwar and Tukaram, particularly devotion, equality and brotherhood.
The documentary was broadcast on Discovery’s international channels.

Q5. India and the European Union (EU) launched an industry coalition for the India–EU Green Shipping Corridor during which event held in October 2026?

(a) Maritime India Summit 2026

(b) 3rd edition of Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue

(d) Indo-Pacific Blue Economy Forum

(e) National Waterways Expansion Summit

Answer: c

Solution:

India and the European Union (EU) formally launched an industry coalition for the India–EU Green Shipping Corridor during the third edition of Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue 2026.
The dialogue was organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) in partnership with the Observer Research Foundation (ORF).
The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of low-emission maritime fuels, mobilise investment and establish commercially viable green shipping routes.
It seeks to connect India’s green-fuel production potential with European demand, particularly for green ammonia and green methanol.
A pre-feasibility study was launched in 2025, followed by the establishment of the industry coalition in 2026.

Q6. The World Health Organization (WHO) released its first-ever clinical guidelines on managing pediatric and adolescent obesity in October 2026. Which of the following correctly reflects the WHO mandate regarding anti-obesity pharmacotherapy for children aged 0–9 years?

(a) Permitted only with parental consent

(b) Strongly prohibited as a standard of care

(d) Allowed only if dietary interventions fail for 6 months

(e) Restricted strictly to GLP-1 receptor agonists

Answer: b

Solution:

In October 2026, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its first clinical guidelines on managing obesity in children and adolescents, according to the provided source.
For children aged 0–9 years, the guidelines advise against anti-obesity medicines and bariatric surgery, prioritising family-centred behavioural changes, nutrition and physical activity.
For adolescents aged 10–19 years, approved anti-obesity medicines may be considered when supervised, multimodal lifestyle interventions do not achieve the desired results.
Bariatric surgery may be considered for adolescents with severe obesity under strict conditions.
The WHO highlighted limited long-term clinical evidence on the safety, effectiveness and treatment duration of medicines such as semaglutide in children.
Obesity management should address associated psychological concerns, including anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stigma and bullying.
The guidelines conditionally recommend digital health interventions, including active video games, pedometers, accelerometers and fitness applications, to encourage physical activity.
Globally, an estimated 170 million children and adolescents aged 5–19 were living with obesity in 2024: 70 million aged 5–9 and 100 million aged 10–19.
According to the figures cited in the source, the number of obese boys in India rose from 0.2 million in 1990 to 7.3 million in 2022, while the number of obese girls increased from 0.2 million to 5.2 million.
The source also states that India’s Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) has approved semaglutide for adolescents aged 12 and above under specified conditions.

Q7. According to the Living Planet Report 2026 released by WWF and the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), what was the average global decline in monitored wildlife populations between 1970 and 2022?

(a) 49%

(b) 59%

(d) 73%

(e) 85%

Answer: d

Solution:

The Living Planet Report 2026 was released on 8 October 2026 by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) in partnership with the Zoological Society of London (ZSL).
It recorded a 73% decline in the average size of monitored wildlife populations worldwide between 1970 and 2022.
The report analysed nearly 35,803 population trends across 5,790 vertebrate species.
The steepest decline was recorded in freshwater wildlife populations (85%), followed by terrestrial populations (69%) and marine populations (59%).
Major threats include habitat loss and degradation, overexploitation, climate change, pollution, invasive species and disease.
The report highlighted India’s conservation progress, including increases in populations of tigers, greater one-horned rhinoceroses and Asiatic lions.
Key Indian wildlife figures cited in the report include:
- Tigers: 3,682, according to the 2022 All India Tiger Estimation.
- Greater one-horned rhinoceroses: More than 3,300.
- Common leopards: Estimated at 13,874.
- Asiatic lions: 891 in 2025, up from 674 in 2020.
- Snow leopards: 718, according to India’s first nationwide assessment.
- Ganges river dolphins: 6,324 across the surveyed range, based on the first range-wide assessment conducted during 2021–2023.
The report noted that monitored vertebrate populations in the Asia-Pacific region declined by 49% between 1970 and 2022.
It also highlighted continuing challenges, including human–wildlife conflict and the need for stronger conservation strategies for species living outside protected areas.

Q8. The Indian Coast Guard commissioned its indigenous Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) ICGS Ajit in October 2026. Which shipyard built this vessel, and where will it be based?

(a) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd; Mumbai

(b) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers; Kolkata

(d) Cochin Shipyard Limited; Kochi

(e) Hindustan Shipyard Limited; Visakhapatnam

Answer: c

Solution:

The Indian Coast Guard commissioned its indigenously built Fast Patrol Vessel ICGS Ajit on 9 October 2026.
The vessel was built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa.
It will be based at Okha, Gujarat.
The vessel is equipped with advanced weaponry and modern control systems.
Its key roles include maritime surveillance, search and rescue, anti-smuggling operations and pollution response.
The commissioning strengthens India’s coastal security and supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat in defence shipbuilding.

Q9. On World Mental Health Day (October 10, 2026), Chief Justice of India Surya Kant constituted a Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being to address occupational stress among judicial officers. Who has been appointed as the Chairperson of this committee?

(a) Justice B.R. Gavai

(b) Justice K.V. Viswanathan

(d) Justice B.V. Nagarathna

(e) Justice Sanjay Karol

Answer: b

Solution:

The Supreme Court of India constituted a Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being on 10 October 2026, World Mental Health Day.
The committee was constituted by Chief Justice of India Surya Kant.
Chairperson: Supreme Court judge Justice K. V. Viswanathan.
Other members include Savita Malhotra, former Dean of PGIMER Chandigarh; psychologist Rajat Mitra; Advocate-on-Record Mrinal Kanwar; and Supreme Court Registrar Aarti Singh.
The committee will examine occupational stress, heavy workloads, prolonged working hours, staffing shortages, administrative pressures and work–life balance among judicial officers.
It will recommend institutional measures to improve the mental health and overall well-being of judicial officers.

Q10. The iconic ‘Mohanthal’ prasad of which famous Indian temple was officially granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag under Class 30 for foodstuffs in October 2026?

(a) Somnath Temple, Gujarat

(b) Mahakaleshwar Temple, Madhya Pradesh

(d) Sabarimala Temple, Kerala

(e) Ambaji Temple, Gujarat

Answer: e

Solution:

Mohanthal Prasad of Ambaji Temple, Gujarat, received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in October 2026, according to the provided source.
The GI Registry classified the sweet under Class 30, covering foodstuffs.
The recognition protects its association with the region’s religious, culinary and cultural heritage.
It joins other recognised temple offerings, including Tirupati Laddu and Palani Panchamirtham.