Practice APSC Current Affairs MCQs for 24 October 2026 on Amur Falcon migration, Exercise INDRA 2026, India-China LAC and Assam Baibhav and State Civilian Awards,Amur Falcon migration APSC, Falco amurensis, Exercise INDRA 2026 India Russia, INS Sahyadri Vladivostok, Line of Actual Control India China, LAC sectors, Arunachal Pradesh China claim, Assam Baibhav award, Article 18 civilian awards, Assam Current Affairs 2026, APSC Prelims Current Affairs.
Strengthen your APSC CCE and UPSC Current Affairs preparation with the Daily Current Affairs Challenge – 24 October 2026.
Today’s set contains 4 exam-oriented MCQs covering wildlife and migration, India–Russia defence cooperation, the India–China boundary, and constitutional provisions relating to civilian awards. The final question also carries a direct Assam-specific connection through Assam Baibhav, making the set particularly useful for APSC CCE preparation.
Topics Covered: Amur Falcon; Exercise INDRA 2026; Line of Actual Control; State Civilian Awards; Assam Baibhav; Article 18 of the Constitution.
Question 1| Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Amur Falcon:
- Its scientific name is Falco amurensis, and it is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
- It breeds in southeastern Siberia and northern China and migrates to southern and eastern Africa for wintering.
- It undertakes the longest regular overland migration of any raptor.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: A — 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.
The Amur Falcon’s scientific name is Falco amurensis, and the supplied material classifies it as Least Concern.
The species breeds in southeastern Siberia and northern China and undertakes a remarkable long-distance migration to southern and eastern Africa for the winter.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the Amur Falcon is noted for undertaking the longest regular overwater passage of any raptor, rather than the longest overland migration.
Prelims Trap: Remember the distinction between overwater passage and overland migration.
Question 2 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding Exercise INDRA 2026:
- Exercise INDRA 2026 is a bilateral naval exercise between the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy, scheduled to be conducted at Vladivostok, Russia.
- Exercise INDRA was first conducted in 2003 and aims to enhance mutual understanding, operational coordination and interoperability between the participating navies.
- The exercise will comprise a harbour phase followed by coordinated operational activities at sea.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: D — 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: All three statements are correct according to the supplied material.
Exercise INDRA 2026 is a bilateral naval exercise involving the Indian Navy and the Russian Federation Navy. INS Sahyadri participated in the exercise at Vladivostok, Russia.
The uploaded material notes that the INDRA series began in 2003 and seeks to improve maritime cooperation, mutual understanding and interoperability between the two navies.
The exercise includes a Harbour Phase followed by coordinated operational activities at sea.
The Ministry of Defence has also confirmed that INDRA 2026 was conducted between the Indian Navy and Russian Federation Navy at Vladivostok, involving harbour and sea phases.
Question 3| Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Line of Actual Control (LAC):
- The LAC is divided into three sectors: eastern, middle and western, covering areas including Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh and Ladakh.
- India considers the LAC to be approximately 2,000 km long, while China estimates it to be 3,488 km long.
- In the eastern sector, China claims the entire State of Arunachal Pradesh as South Tibet.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: C — 1 and 3 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 3 are correct according to the supplied material, while Statement 2 is incorrect.
The LAC is conventionally discussed in three sectors — western, middle and eastern.
Statement 2 reverses the estimates provided in the file. The uploaded material states that India estimates the LAC at approximately 3,488 km, while China estimates it at around 2,000 km.
The source further states that in the eastern sector, China claims Arunachal Pradesh, while India rejects this claim.
For examination purposes, one important qualification should also be remembered: the Government of India has repeatedly stated that there is no commonly delineated Line of Actual Control between India and China, and the two sides have differing perceptions of the LAC in some areas.
The Ministry of External Affairs states that China claims approximately 90,000 sq km of Indian territory in Arunachal Pradesh, while India maintains that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral part of India.
Question 4| Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding State Civilian Awards in India:
- State governments in India have the legislative power to institute State-level civilian honours to recognise distinguished service.
- The Assam Baibhav award is the highest State civilian award presented by the Government of Assam.
- Under Article 18 of the Constitution of India, recipients of State Civilian Awards can use these awards as titles or prefixes to their names.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: A — 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.
State governments can institute civilian awards to recognise distinguished service and contribution in different fields. The Assam Baibhav is the highest State civilian award presented by the Government of Assam.
Statement 3 is incorrect because Article 18(1) of the Constitution abolishes titles, except military and academic distinctions. Civilian awards, whether national or State-level, cannot be used as prefixes or suffixes to the recipient’s name.
For example, the award itself may recognise exceptional service, but it does not become a hereditary or honorific title attached to a person’s name.
Quick Revision – 24 October 2026: The Amur Falcon (Falco amurensis) is classified as Least Concern and undertakes an extraordinary long-distance migration between its breeding grounds in Asia and wintering areas in Africa; its notable record relates to its overwater passage. Exercise INDRA 2026 is a bilateral naval exercise between India and Russia involving INS Sahyadri and activities at Vladivostok. The LAC is discussed in western, middle and eastern sectors, but India and China do not have a commonly delineated LAC. Assam Baibhav is Assam’s highest State civilian honour, while Article 18 prevents civilian awards from being used as titles.
Why These Topics Matter for APSC CCE: Today’s set combines four high-value Prelims areas. The Amur Falcon strengthens species and migration-based environment preparation. INDRA 2026 adds an India–Russia defence dimension. The LAC question connects geography with international relations and border issues, while Assam Baibhav provides an important Assam-specific link to Indian Polity.
For effective APSC Current Affairs preparation, revise each current topic together with its static background. For species, remember scientific name, conservation status and migration route. For exercises, revise countries, armed-force branch and location. For international boundaries, understand the sector and nature of the dispute. For awards, connect the factual information with the relevant constitutional provision.
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