Current Affairs Quiz Series 2026: September Part 1

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Welcome to our 2026 preparation series, focusing specifically on the current affairs of September (Part 1).

It is designed to keep you one step ahead in your exam preparation, particularly for Kerala PSC and other competitive examinations.

Our unique approach transforms raw news into concept-based, exam-relevant MCQs. This format helps you revise complex material in a smart and engaging way. 

Each question is crafted to focus deeply on why an event matters, drawing out its crucial static linkages and anticipating its most probable exam angle.



Kerala PSC Current Affairs 2026 

September (Part I)


Comprehensive general awareness study notes and practice quiz for competitive exams.

1. Which constitutional institution in Kerala won the National e-Governance Gold Award in 2026?

A Kerala Public Service Commission
Kerala State Election Commission
C Kerala Human Rights Commission
High Court of Kerala
Correct Answer: High Court of Kerala
Event – 29th National Conference on e-Governance (Jaipur) in June 2026

Winning Project – District Court Case Management System (DCMS)

Category – Excellence in Providing Citizen-Centric Services Using AI & Emerging Technologies

– this in house technology successfully powered Kalpetta (Wayanad) to become India's first fully paperless judicial district.

Current Kerala High Court Chief Justice – Soumen Sen (40th)

2. Which two new species of Pistol Shrimp (Snapping Shrimp) were recently discovered in the Kochi backwaters by CUSAT researchers?

AAlpheus kochi and Alpheus cusat
BAlpheus malabaricus and Alpheus vembanadi
C Alpheus vembanadi and Alpheus hari
D Alpheus vembanadi and Alpheus cochinensis
Correct Answer: Alpheus vembanadi and Alpheus hari
– Researchers from CUSAT discovered two new shrimp species in the Kochi backwaters. Alpheus vembanadi was named after Lake Vembanad, while Alpheus hari was named in honor of Dr. M. Harikrishnan, Senior Professor at the CUSAT School of Industrial Fisheries.

3. Which district is selected as the venue for the 68th Kerala State School Athletic Meet in 2026?

A Ernakulam
B Thiruvananthapuram
C Kozhikode
D Thrissur
Correct Answer: Kozhikode
– General Education Minister Adv. N. Shamsudheen announced that Kozhikode will host the 68th Kerala State School Athletic Meet from October 25 to 31. The event returns to Kozhikode after a gap of 11 years.

4. According to the latest report by the Registrar General of India, what is the birth rate in Kerala?

A 18.3 per 1,000
B 12.3 per 1,000
C 11.1 per 1,000
D  9.8 per 1,000
Correct Answer: 11.1 per 1,000
 – Kerala’s birth rate dropped to 11.1 per 1,000 (11.1 in rural areas  & 11.2 in urban areas), down from 12.3 in 2023. 

This is significantly lower than the national average of 18.3 per 1,000, giving Kerala the lowest birth rate among Indian states.

5. When was World Coconut Day observed in 2026?

A September 2
B September 5
C September 4
D September 7
Correct Answer: September 2
– commemorating the foundation day of the International Coconut Community (established in 2009)
– formerly known as Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC).

Aim – modernizing coconut farming, ensuring fair pricing, promoting value-added products, and protecting coastal ecosystems.

6. Which primary Earth Observation Satellite was launched by ISRO aboard the GSLV-F17 rocket in September 2026?

A EOS-04
B EOS-05
C NISAR
D Cartosat-3
Correct Answer: EOS-05
Launch Date – September 4, 2026.

From – Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota

Launch Vehicle – GSLV-F17

India's first dedicated imaging satellite to operate from a geosynchronous orbit, aims to achieve  continuous Earth observation for disaster management, surveillance, agriculture and environmental monitoring. 

Nick name – Eye in the Sky. 

7. Which international organization approved a resolution promoting the 'Equal Earth Projection' map to show true land sizes?

A World Bank
BUNESCO
C United Nations
D International Cartographic Association
Correct Answer: United Nations
UN General Assembly (UNGA) resolution – Adopted on 4 September 2026.

Resolution led by – Togo (with the support of African Union).

Vote – 164 in favour, 1 against and 6 abstentions.

Only opposing country – United States.

 – replaces distortions from the 1569 Mercator projection with the Equal Earth Projection but it doesn't legally ban Mercator projection.

8. What was India's Real GDP growth rate in the first quarter (Q1: April-June) of FY 2026-27?

A 8.1%
B 6.5%
C 7.2%
D 7.8%
Correct Answer: 7.8%
–  India recorded a 7.8% Real GDP growth rate for Q1 (April to June 2026). 

Real GDP accounts for inflation adjustments. Strong growth in manufacturing, credit expansion, and the services sector drove this performance. 


9. What is the financial outlay announced for the 'Semicon 2.0' scheme under the India Semiconductor Mission?

A ₹50,000 Crore
B ₹85,000 Crore
C ₹1.27 Lakh Crore
D ₹2.50 Lakh Crore
Correct Answer: ₹1.27 Lakh Crore
– under the Digital India Corporation, which operates under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

– core component of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM).

– focuses on chip design, manufacturing materials, ATMP/OSAT units, R&D, and semiconductor talent development.

 –  Govt aims to strengthen India's chip manufacturing ecosystem.

10. Which city hosted the 26th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit in 2026?

A Tashkent
B Bishkek
C New Delhi
D Astana
Correct Answer: Bishkek
Capital of Kyrgyzstan – Bishkek.

Date – August 31 to September 1, 2026.

 25th anniversary of the SCO.

2026 Theme – 25 Years of the SCO: Together for Sustainable Peace, Development and Prosperity.

 – adopted the Bishkek Declaration against cross-border terrorism.

2027 Venue – Pakistan.

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