Daily quiz · 15 Oct 2026

Current Affairs Quiz 15 October 2026

10 questions from today's news, with answers. Tap an option to check it — then read the full current affairs digest.

1. What was inaugurated in Vijayawada on October 15 as part of a cultural initiative?

   A. National Saras MelaB. CCRAS Spark 5.0C. World Standards DayD. RDI Scheme
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   Answer: A. National Saras Mela — The National Saras Mela was inaugurated in Vijayawada to promote local crafts and artisans.

2. What sector is included under the Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) scheme?

   A. AgricultureB. Advanced chemicalsC. TourismD. Education
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   Answer: B. Advanced chemicals — The RDI scheme includes advanced chemicals, petrochemicals, and material technologies to enhance India's manufacturing capabilities.

3. Which initiatives were launched by the NCISM President to promote Ayurvedic research?

   A. CCRAS Spark 5.0 and CCRAS Ayushodh 2026B. National Saras MelaC. World Standards DayD. Sugarcane Farmers Support
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   Answer: A. CCRAS Spark 5.0 and CCRAS Ayushodh 2026 — The CCRAS Spark 5.0 and CCRAS Ayushodh 2026 initiatives aim to invigorate Ayurvedic research and innovation.

4. What is the objective of the collaboration between national law universities?

   A. Promote AyurvedaB. Resolve pending criminal casesC. Support sugarcane farmersD. Enhance telecommunications standards
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   Answer: B. Resolve pending criminal cases — The collaboration aims to resolve pending criminal cases in hotspot districts to expedite the judicial process.

5. With which country did India review its bilateral trade and economic cooperation?

   A. BangladeshB. NepalC. Brunei DarussalamD. Sri Lanka
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   Answer: C. Brunei Darussalam — India and Brunei Darussalam reviewed their bilateral trade and economic cooperation during their meeting.

6. Where was 'World Standards Day 2026' celebrated?

   A. New DelhiB. MumbaiC. VijayawadaD. Bangalore
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   Answer: A. New Delhi — 'World Standards Day 2026' was celebrated in New Delhi, emphasizing India's role in global telecommunications standardization.

7. What has the government formed to address issues concerning sugarcane farmers?

   A. Digital web portalB. Research committeeC. Investigative committeeD. Judicial committee
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   Answer: C. Investigative committee — The government has formed an investigative committee to address issues concerning sugarcane farmers and the sugar industry.

8. Who launched a digital web portal for analyzing demographic changes?

   A. President Droupadi MurmuB. Justice Prakash Prabhakar NawlekarC. NCISM PresidentD. RDI Scheme Committee
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   Answer: B. Justice Prakash Prabhakar Nawlekar — Retired Justice Prakash Prabhakar Nawlekar launched a digital web portal for the committee addressing demographic changes.

9. What is a goal of initiatives aimed at promoting Ayurveda mentioned in the article?

   A. Reducing unemploymentB. Integrating with modern scientific approachesC. Expanding export marketsD. Enhancing crop yields
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   Answer: B. Integrating with modern scientific approaches — The initiatives aim to invigorate traditional medicine through research and integrate it with modern scientific approaches.

10. What is a significant aspect of the initiatives discussed in the article?

    A. Fostering economic growthB. Promoting foreign tourismC. Increasing government revenueD. Strengthening military capabilities
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    Answer: A. Fostering economic growth — The initiatives are aimed at enhancing various sectors and are crucial for job creation and economic growth.