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Daily news quiz · 29 September 2026

Prelims-style MCQs from the 29 September 2026 daily news summary. Choose an option to see if you are right — two questions on each topic.

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News · India UAE Strategic Energy Partnership

Consider the following statements regarding the recent India-UAE bilateral developments:1.The UAE has announced an additional $25 billion investment plan in India targeting strategic petroleum reserves and subsea energy pipelines.2.Bilateral trade between the two nations has reached a target of $200 billion ahead of the 2032 deadline.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · India UAE Strategic Energy Partnership

With reference to bilateral economic mechanisms between India and the UAE, the 'Local Currency Settlement System' refers to:
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News · SpaceX Starship Megarocket Orbital Test

Consider the following statements regarding the SpaceX Starship launch vehicle:1.Starship successfully achieved orbital insertion of its fully integrated Starship super-heavy launch vehicle during its 14th test flight.2.Starship uses conventional unsymmetrical dimethylhydrazine and solid propellants for maximum thrust.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · SpaceX Starship Megarocket Orbital Test

In the context of aerospace technology, 'Methalox' propellant combination consists of:
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News · WTO Dispute EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism CBAM India Third Party

Consider the following statements regarding India's stance on the European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM):1.India and 17 other nations reserved third-party rights in Russia's WTO dispute against the EU's CBAM.2.The Dispute Settlement Body is an arm of the World Bank responsible for administering environmental sanctions.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · WTO Dispute EU Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism CBAM India Third Party

What are 'Third-party rights' in the context of WTO dispute proceedings?
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News · Rabi Crop Planning Water Budgeting Pulses Oilseeds Union Agriculture Ministry

Consider the following statements regarding the recent Rabi crop planning initiatives:1.The Union Ministry of Jal Shakti directed States to implement water budgeting and prioritize pulses and oilseeds cultivation.2.Central teams were deputed to assess drought impact across affected regions in Karnataka and Maharashtra ahead of winter sowing.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Rabi Crop Planning Water Budgeting Pulses Oilseeds Union Agriculture Ministry

In agricultural planning, 'water budgeting' primarily involves:
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