UPSC Current Affairs Quiz — 12 November 2026

1.

What is the main propulsion change planned in the INS Betwa refit?

Steam-based propulsion to diesel-engine-based propulsion Diesel-engine propulsion to nuclear propulsion Gas-turbine propulsion to steam-based propulsion Diesel-electric propulsion to gas-turbine propulsion

From: INS Betwa: How a Refit Changes an Existing Warship’s Propulsion Open full article →

2.

Consider steam turbines and diesel engines:

1.In a conventional steam system, flowing steam turns turbine blades.

2.In a diesel engine, combustion takes place in a separate boiler that supplies steam to the cylinders.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: INS Betwa: How a Refit Changes an Existing Warship’s Propulsion Open full article →

3.

Why are sea trials conducted after a ship's refit?

To analyse raw steel samples before fabrication To test the vessel at sea after shipyard work To inspect submerged hull surfaces in a dry dock To certify port cargo-handling equipment

From: INS Betwa: How a Refit Changes an Existing Warship’s Propulsion Open full article →

4.

Consider INS Betwa and its refit contract:

1.Cochin Shipyard was identified as Betwa's original builder.

2.Re-powering changes propulsion machinery within an existing vessel.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: INS Betwa: How a Refit Changes an Existing Warship’s Propulsion Open full article →

5.

Which city led the Super Swachh League in Swachh Survekshan 2025-26?

Greater Visakhapatnam Jabalpur Navi Mumbai Lucknow

From: Swachh Survekshan 2025–26: Reading City Rankings Through Sanitation Services Open full article →

6.

Consider source segregation under the Solid Waste Management Rules, 2026:

1.Wet and dry waste are separate collection streams.

2.Sanitary waste and special-care waste are also separate streams.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Swachh Survekshan 2025–26: Reading City Rankings Through Sanitation Services Open full article →

7.

Mechanised desludging concerns:

Sorting dry recyclables in a material recovery facility Turning suitable organic waste into compost Removing accumulated sludge from facilities such as septic tanks Separating special-care waste at a collection centre

From: Swachh Survekshan 2025–26: Reading City Rankings Through Sanitation Services Open full article →

8.

Consider the Swachh Shehar Jodi initiative:

1.It ranks a mentor city using only its own score.

2.Both cities in each partnership have the role of mentor.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Swachh Survekshan 2025–26: Reading City Rankings Through Sanitation Services Open full article →

9.

Under the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU), a credit guarantee principally protects:

A micro-enterprise against fire and theft losses An exporter against foreign-exchange movements A depositor against the failure of a bank An eligible lender against specified default risk

From: Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units: How the Five-Year Extension Supports Lending Open full article →

10.

Consider MUDRA's Tarun Plus category:

1.It covers loans above Rs.10 lakh and up to Rs.20 lakh.

2.Eligibility includes successful repayment of an earlier Tarun loan.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units: How the Five-Year Extension Supports Lending Open full article →

11.

The reduction in the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU) standard annual guarantee fee from 1% to 0.75% equals:

0.75 percentage point 1.25 percentage points 0.25 percentage point 25 percentage points

From: Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units: How the Five-Year Extension Supports Lending Open full article →

12.

Consider the coverage bases announced for the Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units (CGFMU):

1.Working-capital coverage is linked to the disbursed amount.

2.Term-loan coverage is linked to the original project cost rather than the outstanding loan.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Credit Guarantee Fund for Micro Units: How the Five-Year Extension Supports Lending Open full article →

13.

Nawegaon-Nagzira Tiger Reserve lies in which districts?

Chandrapur and Gadchiroli in Maharashtra Gondia and Bhandara in Maharashtra Balaghat and Mandla in Madhya Pradesh Seoni and Chhindwara in Madhya Pradesh

From: Nawegaon–Nagzira: A Tiger Death and Protection Across a Connected Forest Landscape Open full article →

14.

Consider the core and buffer of a tiger reserve:

1.The core provides a strong focus for protecting tiger habitat.

2.Buffer planning excludes the livelihoods and rights of local communities.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Nawegaon–Nagzira: A Tiger Death and Protection Across a Connected Forest Landscape Open full article →

15.

Which forest type is associated with Nawegaon-Nagzira?

Tropical thorn forest Littoral mangrove forest Subalpine coniferous forest Tropical dry deciduous forest

From: Nawegaon–Nagzira: A Tiger Death and Protection Across a Connected Forest Landscape Open full article →

16.

Consider wildlife corridors:

1.A corridor must lie entirely within the core of a single reserve.

2.Movement between habitats can connect breeding populations and allow dispersal.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Nawegaon–Nagzira: A Tiger Death and Protection Across a Connected Forest Landscape Open full article →

17.

Which set lists all of mainland Norway's land-border neighbours?

Sweden, Finland and Russia Sweden, Denmark and Germany Finland, Estonia and Russia Denmark, Iceland and Sweden

From: India–Norway Research: Turning Waste into Construction Resources Open full article →

18.

Consider circular material use in construction:

1.Recovered materials need properties suitable for their intended application.

2.Aggregates are granular materials used in products such as concrete.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: India–Norway Research: Turning Waste into Construction Resources Open full article →

19.

Co-processing in a cement kiln involves:

Separating household waste only after it reaches a landfill Using suitable waste within cement production as fuel or material input Compressing untested waste into finished concrete components Returning every industrial residue directly to its original producer

From: India–Norway Research: Turning Waste into Construction Resources Open full article →

20.

Consider the India-Norway waste-research dialogue of 10 November 2026:

1.It reported that all proposed pilot demonstrations had completed industrial testing.

2.It announced a single recovery method suitable for every industrial residue.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: India–Norway Research: Turning Waste into Construction Resources Open full article →

21.

Which agency coordinates Sea Vigil-26 as the lead agency?

Indian Coast Guard Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Indian Navy

From: Sea Vigil-26: Testing the Links in India’s Coastal Defence Open full article →

22.

Consider Sea Vigil-26's announced schedule:

1.Readiness evaluation runs from 11 to 17 November 2026.

2.The sea phase follows on 18 and 19 November.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Sea Vigil-26: Testing the Links in India’s Coastal Defence Open full article →

23.

An Exclusive Economic Zone can extend up to how far from the maritime baseline?

200 nautical miles 12 nautical miles 24 nautical miles 350 nautical miles

From: Sea Vigil-26: Testing the Links in India’s Coastal Defence Open full article →

24.

Consider the maritime exercises Sea Vigil and TROPEX:

1.Sea Vigil provides a build-up to TROPEX.

2.Biennial means an exercise is held twice in each year.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Sea Vigil-26: Testing the Links in India’s Coastal Defence Open full article →

25.

Stand-Up India's greenfield-enterprise focus concerns:

Only businesses that manufacture agricultural fertilisers Only expansion of an established company's existing factory Every business located on previously uncultivated land The beneficiary's first venture in the relevant business activity

From: Stand-Up India: Five More Years of Finance for New Enterprises Open full article →

26.

Consider Stand-Up India's intended beneficiaries:

1.Only women belonging to Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes are covered.

2.For a non-individual enterprise, eligible promoters must hold at least 51% of shareholding and controlling stake.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Stand-Up India: Five More Years of Finance for New Enterprises Open full article →

27.

A composite enterprise loan combines:

Term finance and working capital A fixed deposit and a recurring deposit Equity capital and retained earnings An export guarantee and cargo insurance

From: Stand-Up India: Five More Years of Finance for New Enterprises Open full article →

28.

Consider the two 85% figures in the Stand-Up India continuation:

1.The loan can cover up to 85% of project cost.

2.The guarantee-coverage figure is also measured against total project cost.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Stand-Up India: Five More Years of Finance for New Enterprises Open full article →

29.

Wangala is a post-harvest festival associated principally with which community?

Khasi Jaintia Garo Mizo

From: Wangala’s Golden Jubilee: Harvest Thanksgiving in the Garo Hills Open full article →

30.

Consider Wangala's harvest context:

1.Thanksgiving to Misi Saljong is central to the festival.

2.The Rugala ceremony includes newly harvested crops.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Wangala’s Golden Jubilee: Harvest Thanksgiving in the Garo Hills Open full article →

31.

Tura, near the Chibragre Wangala venue, is located in:

Eastern Nagaland Western Meghalaya Southern Mizoram Northern Tripura

From: Wangala’s Golden Jubilee: Harvest Thanksgiving in the Garo Hills Open full article →

32.

Consider Wangala and its programme as reported on 11 November 2026:

1.The introductory round was reported as a completed Guinness record certification.

2.Wangala marks the beginning of the crop-sowing season.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Wangala’s Golden Jubilee: Harvest Thanksgiving in the Garo Hills Open full article →

33.

The main useful components of synthesis gas are:

Carbon dioxide and nitrogen Sulphur dioxide and oxygen Carbon monoxide and hydrogen Methane and helium

From: Coal Gasification: Two NTPC Applications and the Industrial Chain Behind Them Open full article →

34.

Consider syngas treatment:

1.Cleaning removes contaminants that could interfere with the intended use.

2.Conditioning leaves the gas composition unchanged for every downstream process.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Coal Gasification: Two NTPC Applications and the Industrial Chain Behind Them Open full article →

35.

An offtake agreement principally concerns:

A contractor's arrangement to build the gasifier A bank's agreement to supply the entire project's equity A regulator's approval of an emissions-monitoring instrument A buyer's arrangement to purchase a project's output

From: Coal Gasification: Two NTPC Applications and the Industrial Chain Behind Them Open full article →

36.

Consider the second application round of the coal-gasification scheme:

1.The two NTPC applications establish that both plants had begun commercial production.

2.One application envisages urea and the other methanol and dimethyl ether.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Coal Gasification: Two NTPC Applications and the Industrial Chain Behind Them Open full article →

37.

Bherjan-Borajan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary is located in:

Dibrugarh district, Assam Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh Mon district, Nagaland Tinsukia district, Assam

From: Bherjan–Borajan–Padumoni Sanctuary: A Proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone Open full article →

38.

Consider Bherjan-Borajan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary and its proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone:

1.The sanctuary consists of one continuous forest patch.

2.The sanctuary's area is 32.01 square kilometres.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Bherjan–Borajan–Padumoni Sanctuary: A Proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone Open full article →

39.

In the proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone around Bherjan-Borajan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary, carrying capacity concerns:

The weight a tourist vehicle can legally carry The visitor activity that the environment can support The number of officers assigned to the monitoring committee The amount of construction material stored at one worksite

From: Bherjan–Borajan–Padumoni Sanctuary: A Proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone Open full article →

40.

Consider planning and consultation for the proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone around Bherjan-Borajan-Padumoni Wildlife Sanctuary:

1.The two-year Zonal Master Plan period begins with publication of the draft proposal.

2.Public objections and suggestions may address the proposed boundaries and provisions.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2

From: Bherjan–Borajan–Padumoni Sanctuary: A Proposed Eco-Sensitive Zone Open full article →