Current Affairs Quiz 26 September 2026
7 UPSC Prelims-style questions from the day's news. Tap an option to check your answer.
Q1.Regarding the recent focus on sugarcane cultivation in Uttar Pradesh, which of the following is identified as the primary driver for future growth?
EXPLANATION
As land availability is constrained, Uttar Pradesh is focusing on productivity gains through high-yielding, disease-resistant varieties, scientific cultivation, and mechanization rather than area expansion.
Q2.In the context of the Jammu and Kashmir Cricket Association (JKCA) scam, the J&K High Court rejected the ED's plea to add charges under which specific legal code?
EXPLANATION
The J&K High Court, led by Justice Sanjay Parihar, rejected the ED's plea to add charges under Sections 411 and 424 of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) due to insufficient material.
Q3.The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, mentioned in the context of the Jamui victim's photo controversy, was enacted in which year?
EXPLANATION
The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was enacted in 2012. It was cited in the controversy regarding the revealing of a victim's identity.
Q4.Who is the chairperson of the Maharashtra Uniform Civil Code (UCC) committee?
EXPLANATION
Ranjana Desai, a retired Supreme Court judge, is the chairperson of the committee appointed for the Maharashtra Uniform Civil Code (UCC).
Q5.Under the proposed Odisha Pedestrian Safety Rules, 2026, which entities are liable for action if a faulty design leads to pedestrian injury or death?
EXPLANATION
The Odisha Pedestrian Safety Rules, 2026, prescribe legal action against the road owning agency, contractor, or consultant if faulty designs cause death, disability, or grievous injury to pedestrians.
Q6.As of September 25, 2026, Odisha has recorded what percentage of excess rainfall for the current monsoon season?
EXPLANATION
As of September 25, 2026, Odisha has received 29% excess rainfall, making the 2026 monsoon potentially the wettest since 2000.
Q7.In the context of the JKCA scam, the J&K High Court rejected the ED's plea to add charges under which sections of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC)?
EXPLANATION
Justice Sanjay Parihar rejected the ED's plea to add charges under Sections 411 and 424 of the Ranbir Penal Code (RPC) in the JKCA scam case.
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