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Daily news quiz · 7 October 2026

Prelims-style MCQs from the 7 October 2026 daily news summary. Choose an option to see if you are right — two questions on each topic.

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News · SME Growth Fund Equity Capital Commitment

Consider the following statements regarding the SME Growth Fund:1.The Union Cabinet approved a ₹10,000-crore commitment specifically targeting working capital debt shortages for startups.2.The fund focuses on equity capital rather than requiring direct interest repayments.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · SME Growth Fund Equity Capital Commitment

With reference to the financial terms associated with enterprise funding, what does 'Patient Capital' signify?
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News · Chamkharchhu-I Hydroelectric Project

Consider the following statements about the Chamkharchhu-I Hydroelectric Project:1.It is a 770 MW hydroelectric power project located in Nepal.2.The project agreement was executed between Adani Power and Bhutan's Druk Green Power Corporation (DGPC).Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Chamkharchhu-I Hydroelectric Project

Which of the following best describes a 'Run-of-the-River Project' in the context of hydroelectric power generation?
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News · Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission VB-G RAM G

Consider the following statements regarding the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G):1.The Centre notified 375 permissible works under the mission, expanding its operational scope.2.Water security infrastructure comprises a minority share of only 12 works out of the total notified permissible works.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission VB-G RAM G

In the framework of rural employment guarantee programmes like VB-G RAM G, what do 'Permissible Works' refer to?
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News · Pakistan Turkiye Saudi Arabia Trilateral Defence Pact

Consider the following statements regarding the recent trilateral defence pact involving Pakistan and Turkiye:1.Pakistan and Turkiye agreed to deploy forces in Saudi Arabia under the newly formalised trilateral defence agreement.2.The agreement is primarily focused on establishing a multilateral free trade zone in West Asia.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Pakistan Turkiye Saudi Arabia Trilateral Defence Pact

In international relations, what does the term 'Strategic Autonomy' typically imply for a nation?
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