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Daily news quiz · 12 October 2026

Prelims-style MCQs from the 12 October 2026 daily news summary. Choose an option to see if you are right — two questions on each topic.

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News · Private Sector Entry in Nuclear Power Sector

Consider the following statements regarding the nuclear power sector in India:1.The Atomic Energy Commission announced plans for the private sector to contribute 30 GW towards India's total 100 GW nuclear capacity goal by 2047.2.The Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd (NPCIL) operates under the administrative control of the Ministry of Power.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Private Sector Entry in Nuclear Power Sector

With reference to the terminology associated with nuclear energy, which of the following best defines 'Small Modular Reactors'?
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News · Draft National Steel Policy targets and green steel

Consider the following statements regarding the draft National Steel Policy:1.The policy targets 604 million tonnes of total steelmaking capacity by the year 2047.2.India is currently the largest producer of crude steel globally, surpassing China.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Draft National Steel Policy targets and green steel

Which of the following terms describes steel manufactured without fossil fuels, using green hydrogen or renewable energy?
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News · USOF utilisation for Satellite Communications networks

Consider the following statements regarding telecommunications infrastructure funds in India:1.The Digital Bharat Nidhi replaces the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF).2.The replacement of the fund was executed under the provisions of the Indian Telegraph Act, 1885.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · USOF utilisation for Satellite Communications networks

Proposals regarding the Universal Service Obligation Fund aim to encourage Indian telecom operators to build domestic Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit constellations primarily to:
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News · Parliamentary Panel report on National Testing Agency structural issues

Consider the following statements regarding the National Testing Agency (NTA):1.The NTA is established as a statutory body via a dedicated Act of Parliament.2.A recent Parliamentary Standing Committee report highlighted structural vulnerabilities and examination malpractices within the agency.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · Parliamentary Panel report on National Testing Agency structural issues

Under which central legislation is the National Testing Agency legally registered as a society?
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News · GST e-Invoicing Services Imports Unregistered Companies

Consider the following statements regarding the proposed GST e-invoicing framework changes:1.The new mandate targets imported services from unregistered foreign entities.2.The requirement applies to domestic recipient businesses with an aggregate annual turnover exceeding 500 crore rupees.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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News · GST e-Invoicing Services Imports Unregistered Companies

What is the primary function of the Invoice Registration Portal (IRP) in the context of GST e-invoicing?
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