CURRENT AFFAIRS MCQs – 11 September 2026
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The 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit is scheduled to take place in New Delhi on September 12–13, 2026. India is hosting the summit at a time when global geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions and changes in international economic relations are attracting considerable attention.
According to The Times of India, the summit agenda includes global governance, strengthening multilateralism, trade and investment, technological cooperation, food and energy security, public health, disaster resilience and the security of critical global supply chains.
The summit is particularly significant because BRICS has expanded beyond its original five-member structure. The gathering is expected to provide an opportunity for member countries to discuss global economic and geopolitical developments and explore greater cooperation.
Delhi has also introduced extensive security and traffic arrangements for the summit because of the arrival of several high-level international leaders and delegations.
MCQs
1. The 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit 2026 is scheduled to be held in which city?
A) Mumbai
B) New Delhi
C) Bengaluru
D) Hyderabad
2. The BRICS Summit 2026 is scheduled for which dates?
A) September 10–11
B) September 11–12
C) September 12–13
D) September 14–15
3. Which of the following is part of the BRICS 2026 agenda?
A) Global governance
B) Trade and investment
C) Food and energy security
D) All of the above
4. Which issue related to international supply systems is expected to be discussed at the summit?
A) Critical global supply chains
B) Local transport
C) Tourism infrastructure
D) Sports infrastructure
INDIA–CHINA RELATIONS & XI JINPING'S VISIT
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting India after seven years to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. According to TOI, his visit will last approximately 24 hours, beginning with his arrival on September 12.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting on Saturday evening. Important issues expected to be discussed include trade and the India-China border situation.
Xi is travelling with a 67-member government delegation, which includes senior Chinese officials such as Cai Qi and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. A separate business delegation is also expected to accompany the visit.
Chinese President Xi Jinping is visiting India after seven years to attend the BRICS Summit in New Delhi. According to TOI, his visit will last approximately 24 hours, beginning with his arrival on September 12.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Xi Jinping are scheduled to hold a bilateral meeting on Saturday evening. Important issues expected to be discussed include trade and the India-China border situation.
Xi is travelling with a 67-member government delegation, which includes senior Chinese officials such as Cai Qi and Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi. A separate business delegation is also expected to accompany the visit.
MCQs
5. After how many years is Xi Jinping visiting India?
A) 5 years
B) 6 years
C) 7 years
D) 8 years
6. Xi Jinping is visiting India primarily to attend which event?
A) G20 Summit
B) BRICS Summit
C) SCO Summit
D) ASEAN Summit
7. How many members are reportedly included in Xi Jinping's government delegation?
A) 47
B) 57
C) 67
D) 77
8. Which two major issues are expected to feature in the Modi-Xi bilateral meeting?
A) Sports and tourism
B) Trade and border
C) Education and health
D) Agriculture and culture
RUSSIA PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN'S INDIA VISIT
5. After how many years is Xi Jinping visiting India?
A) 5 years
B) 6 years
C) 7 years
D) 8 years
6. Xi Jinping is visiting India primarily to attend which event?
A) G20 Summit
B) BRICS Summit
C) SCO Summit
D) ASEAN Summit
7. How many members are reportedly included in Xi Jinping's government delegation?
A) 47
B) 57
C) 67
D) 77
8. Which two major issues are expected to feature in the Modi-Xi bilateral meeting?
A) Sports and tourism
B) Trade and border
C) Education and health
D) Agriculture and culture
RUSSIA PRESIDENT VLADIMIR PUTIN'S INDIA VISIT
Russian President Vladimir Putin arrived in India on September 11, 2026, ahead of the BRICS Summit. His arrival is significant for India-Russia diplomatic relations and for discussions on strategic cooperation.
Putin is scheduled to meet Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Discussions are expected to cover areas such as trade, defence and international political issues. His presence at the BRICS Summit also highlights Russia's continued participation in the grouping and its strategic relationship with India.
MCQs
9. Who arrived in India on September 11 ahead of the BRICS Summit?
A) Xi Jinping
B) Vladimir Putin
C) Emmanuel Macron
D) Joe Biden
10. Vladimir Putin is the President of which country?
A) Ukraine
B) Russia
C) Belarus
D) Kazakhstan
11. Putin is scheduled to meet which Indian leader?
A) Amit Shah
B) Narendra Modi
C) Rajnath Singh
D) S. Jaishankar
YUDH ABHYAS 2026
The 22nd edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 has begun between the Indian Army and the United States Army.
The exercise started on September 10 and will continue until September 28, 2026. It is being conducted at Bikaner in Rajasthan and Auli in Uttarakhand.
One of the major highlights of this year's exercise is the use of counter-drone systems for the first time in the exercise. The training is designed to improve mutual understanding, operational coordination, trust and military capabilities between the two armies.
9. Who arrived in India on September 11 ahead of the BRICS Summit?
A) Xi Jinping
B) Vladimir Putin
C) Emmanuel Macron
D) Joe Biden
10. Vladimir Putin is the President of which country?
A) Ukraine
B) Russia
C) Belarus
D) Kazakhstan
11. Putin is scheduled to meet which Indian leader?
A) Amit Shah
B) Narendra Modi
C) Rajnath Singh
D) S. Jaishankar
YUDH ABHYAS 2026
The 22nd edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 has begun between the Indian Army and the United States Army.
The exercise started on September 10 and will continue until September 28, 2026. It is being conducted at Bikaner in Rajasthan and Auli in Uttarakhand.
One of the major highlights of this year's exercise is the use of counter-drone systems for the first time in the exercise. The training is designed to improve mutual understanding, operational coordination, trust and military capabilities between the two armies.
MCQs
12. Yudh Abhyas 2026 is conducted between India and which country?
A) Russia
B) France
C) United States
D) Japan
13. Which edition of Yudh Abhyas is being conducted in 2026?
A) 20th
B) 21st
C) 22nd
D) 23rd
14. When did Yudh Abhyas 2026 begin?
A) September 8
B) September 9
C) September 10
D) September 11
15. Yudh Abhyas 2026 will continue until:
A) September 20
B) September 25
C) September 28
D) September 30
16. Which technology is being used for the first time in Yudh Abhyas?
A) Nuclear technology
B) Counter-drone systems
C) Naval radar
D) Space weapons
12. Yudh Abhyas 2026 is conducted between India and which country?
A) Russia
B) France
C) United States
D) Japan
13. Which edition of Yudh Abhyas is being conducted in 2026?
A) 20th
B) 21st
C) 22nd
D) 23rd
14. When did Yudh Abhyas 2026 begin?
A) September 8
B) September 9
C) September 10
D) September 11
15. Yudh Abhyas 2026 will continue until:
A) September 20
B) September 25
C) September 28
D) September 30
16. Which technology is being used for the first time in Yudh Abhyas?
A) Nuclear technology
B) Counter-drone systems
C) Naval radar
D) Space weapons
GUJARAT ASSEMBLY – GST & LIVESTOCK FEED BILLS
The Gujarat Assembly has passed two important legislative measures: an amendment to the state's Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act and a bill concerning the regulation of livestock feed.
The GST amendment is intended to align Gujarat's tax provisions with recent changes at the national level. The livestock feed legislation focuses on regulating the quality and safety of animal feed, with the broader objective of supporting livestock health and food safety.
These measures reflect efforts to strengthen regulatory systems in taxation as well as agriculture and animal husbandry.
The Gujarat Assembly has passed two important legislative measures: an amendment to the state's Goods and Services Tax (GST) Act and a bill concerning the regulation of livestock feed.
The GST amendment is intended to align Gujarat's tax provisions with recent changes at the national level. The livestock feed legislation focuses on regulating the quality and safety of animal feed, with the broader objective of supporting livestock health and food safety.
These measures reflect efforts to strengthen regulatory systems in taxation as well as agriculture and animal husbandry.
MCQs
17. Which state Assembly passed the GST amendment and livestock feed regulation measures?
A) Rajasthan
B) Gujarat
C) Maharashtra
D) Madhya Pradesh
18. The livestock feed bill primarily concerns:
A) Railway safety
B) Animal feed quality and regulation
C) School education
D) Industrial taxation
19. GST stands for:
A) General Sales Tax
B) Goods and Services Tax
C) Government Service Tariff
D) Goods Supply Tariff
17. Which state Assembly passed the GST amendment and livestock feed regulation measures?
A) Rajasthan
B) Gujarat
C) Maharashtra
D) Madhya Pradesh
18. The livestock feed bill primarily concerns:
A) Railway safety
B) Animal feed quality and regulation
C) School education
D) Industrial taxation
19. GST stands for:
A) General Sales Tax
B) Goods and Services Tax
C) Government Service Tariff
D) Goods Supply Tariff
GUJARAT SCHOOL EDUCATION AMENDMENT BILL 2026
The Gujarat Assembly has passed the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Amendment Bill, 2026. The legislation proposes tighter regulation of schools, higher penalties for violations and a statutory framework for appointing special educators for children with disabilities and special needs.
The bill distinguishes between grant-in-aid and fully private schools and gives the government greater authority over staff qualifications and recruitment provisions.
The penalties have been significantly increased. For example, illegal appointment of principals or teachers in aided schools can attract a penalty of up to ₹10 lakh. Running a secondary or higher secondary school without registration can result in imprisonment, a fine, or both.
The Gujarat Assembly has passed the Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Amendment Bill, 2026. The legislation proposes tighter regulation of schools, higher penalties for violations and a statutory framework for appointing special educators for children with disabilities and special needs.
The bill distinguishes between grant-in-aid and fully private schools and gives the government greater authority over staff qualifications and recruitment provisions.
The penalties have been significantly increased. For example, illegal appointment of principals or teachers in aided schools can attract a penalty of up to ₹10 lakh. Running a secondary or higher secondary school without registration can result in imprisonment, a fine, or both.
MCQs
20. Which bill was passed by the Gujarat Assembly in 2026?
A) Gujarat Primary Education Bill
B) Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Amendment Bill
C) Gujarat University Reform Bill
D) Gujarat School Transport Bill
21. The bill strengthens provisions for which category of educators?
A) Sports coaches
B) Special educators
C) Music teachers
D) Driving instructors
22. The maximum penalty mentioned for illegal appointment of principals or teachers in aided schools is:
A) ₹1 lakh
B) ₹5 lakh
C) ₹10 lakh
D) ₹20 lakh
BANK STRIKE IN GUJARAT
A three-day bank strike is scheduled to begin in Gujarat from September 11, 2026. According to TOI, around 5,400 bank branches are expected to remain closed during the strike.
The strike is expected to affect financial transactions across the state, with approximately ₹15,000 crore worth of transactions potentially impacted.
The development is significant for businesses and customers because branch-level banking services may be disrupted during the strike period.
The strike is expected to affect financial transactions across the state, with approximately ₹15,000 crore worth of transactions potentially impacted.
The development is significant for businesses and customers because branch-level banking services may be disrupted during the strike period.
MCQs
23. When is the three-day bank strike in Gujarat scheduled to begin?
A) September 9
B) September 10
C) September 11
D) September 12
24. Approximately how many bank branches are expected to remain shut?
A) 3,400
B) 4,500
C) 5,400
D) 6,400
25. Approximately how much transaction value could be affected?
A) ₹5,000 crore
B) ₹10,000 crore
C) ₹15,000 crore
D) ₹25,000 crore
MILLIE SHAH – PARA SHOOTING WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS
Gujarat's Millie Shah, along with Paris Paralympics medallists Avani Lekhara and Mona Agarwal, created history at the Changwon 2026 WSPS World Championships in South Korea.
The Indian team won the country's first women's team gold medal in the 10m air rifle standing women SH1 category.
The team recorded a score of 1878.6. Millie Shah trains at Ahmedabad's Vijayi Bharat Academy (VBA), Sanskardham, under coach Jeevanlal Rai.
MCQs
26. Which Gujarati para shooter helped India win its first women's team gold at the Changwon World Championships?
A) Avani Lekhara
B) Millie Shah
C) Mona Agarwal
D) Jyothi Surekha
27. The Changwon 2026 WSPS World Championships are being held in which country?
A) Japan
B) China
C) South Korea
D) Australia
28. In which event did the Indian women's team win gold?
A) 50m rifle
B) 10m air rifle standing SH1
C) 25m pistol
D) Trap shooting
29. What was the Indian team's gold-medal winning score?
A) 1870.6
B) 1875.6
C) 1878.6
D) 1880.6
CEC GYANESH KUMAR IN AHMEDABAD
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar visited Ahmedabad during a two-day visit to Gujarat. He addressed concerns related to the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) and deletion of names from electoral rolls.
He said that complaints related to deletion of names received during the SIR process would be resolved before the next Lok Sabha elections. He also explained the appeal process and emphasised that documents would be important for establishing eligibility and citizenship.
The CEC also defended the transparency of India's electoral system and described criticism of the Election Commission as part of democratic discourse.
MCQs
30. Who visited Ahmedabad during a two-day visit to Gujarat?
A) Rajiv Kumar
B) Gyanesh Kumar
C) Om Birla
D) Election Commissioner Arun Goel
31. SIR mentioned in the report is related to:
A) Tax assessment
B) Electoral roll revision
C) School registration
D) Railway recruitment
32. According to the CEC, which factor will be important in establishing eligibility and citizenship?
A) Social media accounts
B) Documents
C) Bank statements only
D) Driving licence only
GUJARAT PROHIBITION-RELATED CRIME
A TOI report highlights the scale of prohibition-related offences in Gujarat. According to the report, 30,859 cases were recorded in Ahmedabad and Surat, making prohibition-related offences one of the most prominent categories in the state's crime statistics.
The figures highlight the continuing challenge of enforcing Gujarat's prohibition laws and controlling illegal alcohol-related activities.
The issue is particularly significant because Gujarat has historically maintained a prohibition policy, making enforcement against illegal liquor networks an important law-and-order concern.
A TOI report highlights the scale of prohibition-related offences in Gujarat. According to the report, 30,859 cases were recorded in Ahmedabad and Surat, making prohibition-related offences one of the most prominent categories in the state's crime statistics.
The figures highlight the continuing challenge of enforcing Gujarat's prohibition laws and controlling illegal alcohol-related activities.
The issue is particularly significant because Gujarat has historically maintained a prohibition policy, making enforcement against illegal liquor networks an important law-and-order concern.
MCQs
33. Which two Gujarat cities accounted for 30,859 prohibition-related cases mentioned in the TOI report?
A) Ahmedabad and Vadodara33. Which two Gujarat cities accounted for 30,859 prohibition-related cases mentioned in the TOI report?
B) Surat and Rajkot
C) Ahmedabad and Surat
D) Gandhinagar and Rajkot
34. The cases discussed in the report were primarily related to:
A) Cybercrime
B) Prohibition violations
C) Traffic violations
D) Property disputes
35. Gujarat is widely known for maintaining which policy?
A) Complete tobacco prohibition
B) Prohibition on alcohol
C) Complete gambling prohibition only
D) Fuel prohibition
AHMEDABAD BOMB THREAT EMAILS
On September 11, several institutions in Ahmedabad, including 10 schools, three courts and the Gujarat Assembly, received bomb threat emails.
The threats triggered security responses, including evacuations and searches by bomb disposal teams. According to the TOI report, no explosives were found during the searches and the threats appeared to be hoaxes.
Cybercrime authorities were involved in tracing the source of the emails. The incident highlighted the importance of rapid security response and cyber investigation when threats are received by public institutions.
MCQs
36. How many Ahmedabad schools reportedly received bomb threat emails?
A) 536. How many Ahmedabad schools reportedly received bomb threat emails?
B) 8
C) 10
D) 12
37. Besides schools, which institutions also received threats?
A) Three courts and the Gujarat Assembly
B) Two hospitals and the airport
C) Railway stations only
D) Universities only
38. What did searches reportedly find?
A) Explosives
B) Weapons
C) No explosives
D) Suspicious vehicles
GANDHINAGAR SLAB COLLAPSE
A slab and beam section at an under-construction commercial project in Kudasan, Gandhinagar, collapsed during construction work.
Twelve labourers were trapped but were rescued during an overnight operation. According to hospital authorities, all 12 workers were stable and out of danger. The workers included 10 men and two women, aged between 17 and 30 years.
The Road and Building Department began a structural assessment, while police examined CCTV footage and safety compliance. NDRF and SDRF teams also assisted in the rescue and debris-clearing operation.
A slab and beam section at an under-construction commercial project in Kudasan, Gandhinagar, collapsed during construction work.
Twelve labourers were trapped but were rescued during an overnight operation. According to hospital authorities, all 12 workers were stable and out of danger. The workers included 10 men and two women, aged between 17 and 30 years.
The Road and Building Department began a structural assessment, while police examined CCTV footage and safety compliance. NDRF and SDRF teams also assisted in the rescue and debris-clearing operation.
MCQs
39. Where did the slab collapse take place?
A) Ahmedabad
B) Kudasan, Gandhinagar
C) Surat
D) Rajkot
40. How many labourers were trapped in the incident?
A) 8
B) 10
C) 12
D) 15
41. Which departments/agencies were involved in rescue and investigation?
A) NDRF
B) SDRF
C) Road and Building Department
D) All of the above
INDIA–AFGHANISTAN T20I IN DELHI
The upcoming India-Afghanistan T20I in Delhi has attracted attention because it coincides with the BRICS Summit and associated security arrangements in the national capital.
The match is scheduled to be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13. TOI reports that around 35,000 cricket fans are expected, creating additional traffic and security challenges alongside VVIP movements related to the BRICS Summit.
The combination of a major international summit and a high-profile cricket match makes traffic management particularly important for Delhi authorities.
The upcoming India-Afghanistan T20I in Delhi has attracted attention because it coincides with the BRICS Summit and associated security arrangements in the national capital.
The match is scheduled to be played at the Arun Jaitley Stadium on September 13. TOI reports that around 35,000 cricket fans are expected, creating additional traffic and security challenges alongside VVIP movements related to the BRICS Summit.
The combination of a major international summit and a high-profile cricket match makes traffic management particularly important for Delhi authorities.
MCQs
A) Wankhede Stadium
B) Arun Jaitley Stadium
C) Eden Gardens
D) Narendra Modi Stadium
43. On which date is the match scheduled?
A) September 11
B) September 12
C) September 13
D) September 14
44. Approximately how many spectators are expected?
A) 15,000
B) 25,000
C) 35,000
D) 50,000
BRICS POLITICAL DEBATE IN INDIA
Ahead of the BRICS Summit, a political debate has emerged in India over the benefits of India's participation in the grouping.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram questioned whether recent BRICS meetings had produced tangible benefits for India. BJP leader Nitin Nabin criticised Chidambaram's remarks, arguing that such comments represented opposition criticism of India's rise and growth.
The debate reflects a broader question in foreign policy: how effectively can participation in multilateral forums translate into concrete economic, diplomatic and strategic gains for India?
Ahead of the BRICS Summit, a political debate has emerged in India over the benefits of India's participation in the grouping.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram questioned whether recent BRICS meetings had produced tangible benefits for India. BJP leader Nitin Nabin criticised Chidambaram's remarks, arguing that such comments represented opposition criticism of India's rise and growth.
The debate reflects a broader question in foreign policy: how effectively can participation in multilateral forums translate into concrete economic, diplomatic and strategic gains for India?
MCQs
A) Shashi Tharoor
B) P. Chidambaram
C) Mallikarjun Kharge
D) Jairam Ramesh
46. Who criticised Chidambaram's remarks from the BJP?
A) Nitin Nabin
B) Amit Shah
C) Rajnath Singh
D) Piyush Goyal
INDIA–CHINA ENGAGEMENT THROUGH BRICS
The upcoming BRICS Summit is also being viewed as an opportunity for India and China to improve bilateral engagement.
According to a TOI report, the summit could provide a platform for dialogue after years of border-related tensions. Apart from formal meetings, interactions on the sidelines of the summit could help both countries discuss economic cooperation, regional stability and wider geopolitical challenges.
The development is important because India and China are major Asian powers and influential members of BRICS. Improved communication between the two countries could have implications beyond bilateral relations and could also affect cooperation within the wider BRICS framework.
The upcoming BRICS Summit is also being viewed as an opportunity for India and China to improve bilateral engagement.
According to a TOI report, the summit could provide a platform for dialogue after years of border-related tensions. Apart from formal meetings, interactions on the sidelines of the summit could help both countries discuss economic cooperation, regional stability and wider geopolitical challenges.
The development is important because India and China are major Asian powers and influential members of BRICS. Improved communication between the two countries could have implications beyond bilateral relations and could also affect cooperation within the wider BRICS framework.
MCQs
A) Japan
B) China
C) Germany
D) Canada
48. Which issue has historically been a major source of tension between India and China?
A) Border disputes
B) Cricket
C) Tourism
D) Olympic participation
DELHI SCHOOLS & BRICS SECURITY ARRANGEMENTS
Delhi schools were scheduled to remain closed on September 11 because of security and traffic arrangements connected with the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit.
The closure covered government, government-aided and recognised unaided private schools under the Delhi Directorate of Education. The decision was intended to help authorities manage the security requirements and traffic restrictions associated with the arrival of international leaders and delegations.
The situation illustrates how major international diplomatic events can temporarily affect everyday life in the host city.
Delhi schools were scheduled to remain closed on September 11 because of security and traffic arrangements connected with the 18th BRICS Leaders' Summit.
The closure covered government, government-aided and recognised unaided private schools under the Delhi Directorate of Education. The decision was intended to help authorities manage the security requirements and traffic restrictions associated with the arrival of international leaders and delegations.
The situation illustrates how major international diplomatic events can temporarily affect everyday life in the host city.
MCQs
A) Heavy rainfall
B) BRICS Summit security and traffic arrangements
C) Teachers' examinations
D) National holiday
50. Which organisation's jurisdiction covered the schools mentioned in the report?
A) CBSE
B) Delhi Directorate of Education
C) UGC
D) NCERT
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