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October 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#81
Pakistan hosted the heads of government of which organization in October 2024?
(a) SAARC
(b) ECO
(c) Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO)
(d) OIC
Explanation: Pakistan hosted the 23rd Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) in Islamabad in October 2024.
#82
The 'HS-1' satellite, launched in October 2025, primarily features which technology?
(a) Radar Imaging
(b) Hyperspectral Imaging
(c) Thermal Sensing only
(d) Communication Transponders
Explanation: Pakistan's HS-1 satellite utilizes hyperspectral imaging technology. Unlike standard cameras, it captures hundreds of light bands to provide detailed data for agriculture and environmental monitoring.
#83
Which day is celebrated on October 16th every year?
(a) World Health Day
(b) World Food Day
(c) World Environment Day
(d) International Day of Peace
Explanation: World Food Day is celebrated on October 16th to commemorate the founding of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations in 1945.
#84
Which Oscar-winning actress, known for 'Annie Hall' and 'The Godfather', passed away in October 2025?
(a) Meryl Streep
(b) Faye Dunaway
(c) Diane Keaton
(d) Shirley MacLaine
Explanation: Diane Keaton, the legendary actress and fashion icon, died on October 11, 2025, at the age of 79.
#85
Ace Frehley, the founding lead guitarist of which iconic rock band, died in October 2025?
(a) Aerosmith
(b) KISS
(c) Van Halen
(d) Metallica
Explanation: Ace Frehley, the original 'Spaceman' guitarist for KISS, passed away on October 16, 2025, at the age of 74.
#86
Which country's ruling party lost its majority after 58 years in power in October 2024?
(a) South Africa
(b) Botswana
(c) Namibia
(d) Zimbabwe
Explanation: The Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) lost power for the first time in 58 years in the October 2024 general election.
#87
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by which three countries?
(a) USA, Canada, Mexico
(b) Spain, Portugal, Morocco
(c) Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay
(d) Japan, South Korea, China
Explanation: The 2026 World Cup will be held across North America in the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
#88
Which country hosted the 16th BRICS Summit in October 2024?
(a) Brazil
(b) China
(c) Russia
(d) South Africa
Explanation: The 16th BRICS Summit was held in Kazan, Russia, in October 2024.
#89
Which private space company successfully caught its Super Heavy booster mid-air in October 2024?
(a) Blue Origin
(b) SpaceX
(c) Rocket Lab
(d) Virgin Galactic
Explanation: SpaceX successfully caught the Super Heavy booster of its Starship rocket using the 'Mechazilla' launch tower arms.
#90
Who was appointed as the new Secretary General of NATO in October 2024?
(a) Jens Stoltenberg
(b) Mark Rutte
(c) Ursula von der Leyen
(d) Kaja Kallas
Explanation: Former Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte took office as the new NATO Secretary General in October 2024.
#91
The official Nintendo Museum, showcasing the company's history and interactive exhibits, opened in October 2024 in which Japanese city?
(a) Tokyo
(b) Osaka
(c) Kyoto (Uji)
(d) Nagoya
Explanation: The Nintendo Museum opened on October 2, 2024, in Uji, Kyoto Prefecture, on the site of a former Nintendo factory.
#92
The Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, founded by George Lucas, announced a delayed opening date of 2026 in which city?
(a) San Francisco
(b) Chicago
(c) Los Angeles
(d) New York
Explanation: Construction of the futuristic building is underway in Exposition Park, Los Angeles, with an opening set for September 2026.
#93
Who is the current President of the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) serving the term from July 2024 to June 2026?
(a) T. Raja Kumar
(b) Elisa de Anda Madrazo
(c) Marcus Pleyer
(d) Xiangmin Liu
Explanation: Elisa de Anda Madrazo of Mexico assumed the presidency of the FATF on July 1, 2024, for a two-year term ending in June 2026.
#94
On October 19, 1900, the Governor debarred Nawab Mohsin-ul-Mulk from using his official title for what reason?
(a) Financial corruption
(b) Supporting the Indian National Congress
(c) Staunch support for Urdu against government orders
(d) Leading a violent riot
Explanation: Governor Anthony MacDonald was so displeased by Nawab Mohsin-ul-Mulk's leadership of the Urdu Defence Association that he threatened to withdraw his pension and debarred him from using his title to pressure him into stopping the agitation.
#95
How did the Hindu community observe the Partition Day on 16th October 1905?
(a) As a day of Celebration
(b) As a day of National Mourning
(c) As a public holiday
(d) As a day of Peace
Explanation: To protest the partition, Hindus across Bengal observed October 16, 1905, as a 'Day of National Mourning.' People fasted, walked barefoot, and tied 'Rakhi' on each other's wrists as a symbol of the unity of Bengal that the British were trying to break.
#96
Who was the President of Pakistan when General Pervez Musharraf led a military coup in October 1999?
(a) Farooq Leghari
(b) Rafiq Tarar
(c) Wasim Sajjad
(d) Asif Ali Zardari
Explanation: Rafiq Tarar was the President when the 1999 coup occurred. Unlike previous coups where the President was immediately removed, Tarar remained in office until June 2001, when General Musharraf formally assumed the presidency.
#97
The 26th Constitutional Amendment, passed in October 2024, primarily focused on which area of governance?
(a) Local Government reforms
(b) Judicial reforms and the appointment of the CJP
(c) Economic emergency powers
(d) Education sector devolution
Explanation: The 26th Amendment significantly altered the process of appointing the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) and established constitutional benches. It introduced a parliamentary committee to select the CJP from the three most senior judges, shifting away from the previous 'seniority-only' principle.
#98
The 26th Constitutional Amendment, passed in October 2024, primarily focused on which area of governance?
(a) Local Government reforms
(b) Judicial reforms and the appointment of the CJP
(c) Economic emergency powers
(d) Education sector devolution
Explanation: The 26th Amendment significantly altered the process of appointing the Chief Justice of Pakistan (CJP) and established constitutional benches. It introduced a parliamentary committee to select the CJP from the three most senior judges, shifting away from the previous 'seniority-only' principle.
#99
Which international event hosted by Pakistan in October 2024 marked a significant diplomatic return to the regional stage?
(a) The SAARC Summit
(b) The SCO Council of Heads of Government (CHG) Meeting
(c) The OIC Foreign Ministers Meeting
(d) The COP29 Climate Summit
Explanation: Pakistan hosted the 23rd SCO Council of Heads of Government meeting in Islamabad in October 2024. This was a major success for Pakistan's multilateral diplomacy, as it brought together leaders from Russia, China, and Central Asia, and included the first visit by an Indian Foreign Minister to Pakistan in nine years.
#100
Pakistan was elected to which prestigious body for the 2025-2026 term, enhancing its voice on global security issues?
(a) UN Human Rights Council
(b) Non-permanent member of the UN Security Council
(c) President of the General Assembly
(d) Head of the IMF
Explanation: In June 2024, Pakistan secured a non-permanent seat on the UN Security Council for the 2025-2026 term. This platform allows Pakistan to advocate for its stance on Kashmir, international counter-terrorism, and the rights of the Global South, particularly regarding climate justice.