Daily Current Affairs MCQ Quiz – 17 October 2026
Test your knowledge of national news, international affairs, appointments, banking, business and important days. Select Reveal Answer to check the correct option and explanation.
Q1. INS Samarthak was commissioned at which naval base?
A. MumbaiB. KarwarC. KochiD. VisakhapatnamINS Samarthak was reported to have been commissioned at Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka. Verify the commissioning report before publication.
Q2. Who was appointed India’s next Ambassador to Nepal?
A. Sudhakar DalelaB. S. C. L. DasC. Arijit BasuD. Satish Kashinath MaratheSudhakar Dalela is a 1993-batch Indian Foreign Service officer. Check the Ministry of External Affairs announcement for confirmation.
Q3. Which organisation recommends candidates for senior positions in public-sector financial institutions?
A. SEBIB. FSIBC. NABARDD. NPCIThe Financial Services Institutions Bureau recommends candidates for senior leadership positions in public-sector banks and other financial institutions.
Q4. What was India’s reported crude oil import bill for September 2026?
A. US$10.4 billionB. US$12.4 billionC. US$15.4 billionD. US$18.4 billionThe figure was cited in the earlier news summary. Verify it against official trade statistics before publishing.
Q5. Which international day is observed on 17 October?
A. World Food DayB. World Habitat DayC. International Day for the Eradication of PovertyD. United Nations DayThe United Nations observes this day every year on 17 October to raise awareness of poverty and social exclusion.
Q6. Which shipbuilder was reported to have built INS Samarthak?
A. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders LimitedB. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & EngineersC. Larsen & ToubroD. Cochin Shipyard LimitedThe earlier report identified Larsen & Toubro as the shipbuilder. Confirm the vessel details with an official Indian Navy release.
Q7. What was the reported indigenous content of INS Samarthak?
A. More than 25%B. More than 50%C. More than 60%D. More than 75%The earlier report stated that the vessel had more than 75% indigenous content. Verify the percentage against official specifications.
Q8. What tenure was reported for S. C. L. Das as FSIB Chairperson?
A. One yearB. Two yearsC. Three yearsD. Five yearsThe earlier report stated a three-year tenure. Confirm the official appointment order before publishing.
Q9. Which organisation regulates banking in India and was mentioned in the reported bank amalgamation?
A. SEBIB. Reserve Bank of IndiaC. IRDAID. PFRDAThe RBI is India’s central bank and is responsible for monetary policy and important banking regulatory functions.
Q10. Which bank was reported to receive the Indian branches of Emirates NBD Bank under an amalgamation scheme?
A. State Bank of IndiaB. Punjab National BankC. RBL BankD. Bank of BarodaThe earlier current-affairs summary reported RBI approval for an amalgamation involving RBL Bank. Verify the official order and effective date before publication.
Q11. Which city hosted the IMF and World Bank annual meetings mentioned in the report?
A. BangkokB. SingaporeC. GenevaD. New DelhiThe earlier report referred to annual meetings in Bangkok. Verify the event location against the official IMF or World Bank calendar.
Q12. Who was identified as the US Secretary of State in the India visit report?
A. Antony BlinkenB. Marco RubioC. John KerryD. Mike PompeoThe earlier report identified Marco Rubio in connection with the scheduled India visit. Confirm the visit dates and official title before publication.
Q13. Which organisation publishes the World Economic Outlook?
A. World Trade OrganizationB. International Monetary FundC. World Health OrganizationD. Asian Development BankThe IMF publishes the World Economic Outlook, a major report analysing global economic growth, inflation and economic risks.
Q14. What does ATF stand for in the petroleum sector?
A. Automated Transport FuelB. Aviation Turbine FuelC. Advanced Thermal FuelD. Automotive Transfer FluidATF is Aviation Turbine Fuel, the fuel used by most commercial jet aircraft.
Q15. Which organisation observes the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty?
A. World Trade OrganizationB. International Olympic CommitteeC. United NationsD. International Monetary FundThe United Nations recognises 17 October as the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty.