Practice APSC Current Affairs MCQs for 16 October 2026 on Assam-Arunachal boundary dispute, Northeast India’s first visa application centre, World Food Day 2026 and Ramsar sites.Assam Arunachal Pradesh boundary dispute, Namsai Declaration 2022, Assam Arunachal MoU 2023, VFS Global Guwahati visa centre, Northeast India first visa centre, World Food Day 2026 theme, Sukhna Wetland Ramsar site, Sauj Jheel Ramsar site, APSC Prelims Current Affairs, Assam Current Affairs 2026.
Today’s set contains 4 exam-oriented MCQs covering an important inter-State boundary issue involving Assam, international travel infrastructure in Guwahati, global food security, and wetlands of international importance.
Topics Covered: Assam–Arunachal Pradesh Boundary Dispute; VFS Global Visa Application Centre in Guwahati; World Food Day 2026; Sukhna Wetland and Sauj Jheel.
Question 1 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the Assam–Arunachal Pradesh boundary dispute:
- The Namsai Declaration was signed on 15 July 2022, reducing the number of villages claimed by Arunachal Pradesh from 123 to 86.
- The MoU signed on 20 April 2023 amicably resolved 123 disputed villages along the Assam–Arunachal Pradesh boundary.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: A — 1 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct, while Statement 2 is incorrect.
According to the source, the Namsai Declaration of 15 July 2022 reduced the number of disputed villages claimed by Arunachal Pradesh from 123 to 86. 16 October questions for CA
The subsequent MoU of 20 April 2023 did not resolve all 123 villages. It amicably resolved 71 of the 123 disputed villages, while timelines were fixed for finalising the boundaries of the remaining villages. 16 October questions for CA
Question 2 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding the first visa application centre in Northeast India:
- The centre was established by VFS Global at the Inter-State Bus Terminal (ISBT) complex in Khanapara, Guwahati.
- The centre allows applicants to submit visa applications for several countries, including Japan and the United Kingdom, but does not accept Schengen visa applications.
- The centre has been authorised to make the final decision on granting or rejecting visas instead of the concerned embassies and consulates.
Which of the statements given above is/are incorrect?
A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: C — Statements 2 and 3 only
Explanation: Statement 1 is correct, while Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect.
The VFS Global visa application centre is located at the ISBT complex in Khanapara, Guwahati. 16 October questions for CA
Statement 2 is incorrect because the centre also accepts Schengen visa applications. 16 October questions for CA
Statement 3 is incorrect because VFS Global facilitates the visa-application process, but the final decision on granting or rejecting a visa rests with the concerned embassy or consulate. 16 October questions for CA
Prelims Trap: A visa application centre does not itself grant visas.
Question 3 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding World Food Day 2026:
- The theme for World Food Day 2026 is “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.”
- The theme highlights the role of science, technology, traditional knowledge and collective action in building sustainable and resilient food systems.
- The theme focuses on increasing food production, without considering the protection of natural resources.
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 theme given in the source for World Food Day 2026 is “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.” 16 October questions for CA
The theme emphasises the role of innovation, science, technology, traditional knowledge and collective action in strengthening food systems.
Statement 3 is incorrect because the theme also stresses the need to protect natural resources and ensure food security for future generations. 16 October questions for CA
Question 4 | Current Affairs
Consider the following statements regarding India’s Ramsar sites:
- Sukhna Wetland in Chandigarh is a rain-fed, human-made reservoir located at the foothills of the Outer Himalayas.
- Sauj Jheel, located in Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh, forms part of the Saman Wetland Complex and regularly supports more than 30,000 waterbirds.
- Sukhna Wetland is Chandigarh’s second Ramsar site, while Sauj Jheel is located in Punjab.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: B — 1 and 2 only
Explanation: Statements 1 and 2 are correct, while Statement 3 is incorrect.
Sukhna Wetland is described in the source as a rain-fed, human-made reservoir located at the foothills of the Outer Himalayas. 16 October questions for CA
Sauj Jheel is located in Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh, forms part of the Saman Wetland Complex, and regularly supports more than 30,000 waterbirds. 16 October questions for CA
Statement 3 is incorrect because Sukhna Wetland is Chandigarh’s first Ramsar site, while Sauj Jheel is in Uttar Pradesh, not Punjab. 16 October questions for CA
Key Facts for APSC & UPSC: Sukhna Wetland → Chandigarh → Human-made, rain-fed reservoir → First Ramsar site of Chandigarh; Sauj Jheel → Mainpuri, Uttar Pradesh → Saman Wetland Complex → 30,000+ waterbirds.
Prelims Focus: For Ramsar sites, revise the combination of State/UT + wetland type + important ecological feature + associated bird population or river system.
Quick Revision – 16 October 2026: The Namsai Declaration reduced the Assam–Arunachal disputed-village count from 123 to 86, while the 2023 MoU resolved 71 villages. Northeast India’s first VFS Global visa application centre is located at Khanapara in Guwahati and accepts Schengen applications, but visa decisions remain with embassies or consulates. The World Food Day 2026 theme is “Innovate today. Nourish tomorrow.” Sukhna Wetland is Chandigarh’s first Ramsar site, while Sauj Jheel is located in Mainpuri district of Uttar Pradesh. 16 October questions for CA 16 October questions for CA 16 October questions for CA 16 October questions for CA
Why These Topics Matter for APSC CCE: Today’s set has a strong Assam and Northeast India component. The Assam–Arunachal boundary question strengthens preparation on regional governance and federal issues, while the Guwahati visa centre highlights the growing regional role of Assam in international connectivity. World Food Day connects current affairs with agriculture and food security, and the Ramsar question strengthens environment and geography preparation.
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