Weekly Current Affairs Quiz – November 01 – November 07, 2026
This quiz, sourced from The Indian Express, focuses on key current affairs relevant to the UPSC Civil Services Examination Prelims 2027. It aims to strengthen conceptual understanding and exam readiness for candidates.
Protected Area Permit (PAP) Scheme
The quiz begins with a question regarding the Protected Area Permit (PAP) scheme. According to The Indian Express, the scheme allows foreigners to visit states along India’s international borders in designated protected or restricted areas. Statements 1 and 2 are correct: it allows foreigners to visit border states and was initially implemented in North-Eastern States. Statement 3 is incorrect; a Special Permit is required, not just any permit.
National Air Quality Index (AQI)
The second question pertains to the National Air Quality Index (AQI). The AQI, launched in October 2014 by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, simplifies complex air quality data. It measures eight pollutants: PM10, PM2.5, Nitrogen Dioxide (NO₂), Sulphur Dioxide (SO₂), Carbon Monoxide (CO), Ozone (O₃), Ammonia (NH₃) and Lead (Pb). The overall AQI is determined by the worst-performing pollutant.
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
The third question addresses the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). Statement 1 is correct – the 17th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) was held in Yerevan, Armenia, under the theme “Taking Action for Nature.” Statement 2 is also correct; COP 17 adopted the Yerevan Pathway, responding to the first global review of the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework.
Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) – II
The fourth question concerns the Swachh Bharat Mission (Grameen) – II. According to The Indian Express, the Centre and states share the cost of all components in the ratio of 90:10 for northeastern and Himalayan states, including Jammu and Kashmir; 60:40 for other states; and 100:0 for Union Territories. Statement 2 is incorrect – the phase II extension is until March 2028, not 2030. Statement 3 is also incorrect; the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation (DDWS) under the Ministry of Jal Shakti approached the Finance Ministry for approval.
Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006
The final question focuses on the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006. Statement 1 is incorrect – any person desirous of commencing or carrying on any food business must apply for a license. Statement 2 is incorrect – the extension is until March 2028. Statement 3 is incorrect; the Commissioner does not appoint Food Safety Officers (FSOs).
The Indian Express provides detailed answers and explanations for each question, encouraging aspirants to review the material and strengthen their understanding. Refer to The Indian Express for the complete quiz and detailed explanations.
Source: The Indian Express. Featured image credit: The Indian Express.
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