Current Affairs MCQ — Sunday, 13 September 2026

Which former Supreme Court judge, India's first female SC judge, was conferred the Padma Bhushan?

Which former Supreme Court judge, known for his position on the Rajiv Gandhi assassination case, was conferred the Padma Vibhushan?

By how much did India's forex reserves jump in a single week to reach an all-time high of $785.706 billion?

What was India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growth rate in July 2026?

What is the total operational length of the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) that became fully operational recently?

Why did public sector bank employees go on a nationwide strike recently?

Which organisation published the first complete mitochondrial genome of the Malabari goat, linking it to ancient spice-trade routes?

Which institution was designated as India's nodal body for BRICS Centres of Excellence in mental wellness?

What was the key stance taken by BRICS in its joint declaration regarding the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)?

Where did PM Modi host the BRICS Summit gala dinner, featuring millet-based dishes, on September 12?

How many ships were reportedly redirected by the US military in two months due to the Iran blockade, disrupting global shipping routes?

The newly discovered legless amphibian species *Gegeneophis chandgadi* was found in which district of Maharashtra?

According to recent data, how much does India spend per person per year on research, compared to China's $250?

What does ECLSS stand for in the context of India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission?

Which player won the 2026 US Open women's singles title, ending Sabalenka's reign?

How many Women's T20 Asia Cup titles has India won, which it was eyeing to extend in the 2026 final against Sri Lanka?

By how much did CM Vijay enhance the health insurance coverage under the Tamil Nadu state scheme?

The Tamil Nadu Free Breakfast Scheme, originally launched for primary school students, is being extended to which group?

What is the name of the mobile app through which Greater Chennai Corporation enrolled volunteers ahead of the Northeast monsoon?

Which language policy did the Tamil Nadu government reaffirm amid the PM SHRI scheme controversy?