January 2026
| Event / Topic | Key Points (Exam Focus) |
|---|---|
| Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference (Kutch & Saurashtra) | Held in Rajkot; inaugurated by the Prime Minister; focused on investment, industrial growth, MSMEs, tourism, and regional economic development. |
| Vibrant Gujarat Regional Exhibition (VGRE) | Exhibitors included MSMEs, startups, artisans, and government departments showcasing innovation and regional strengths. |
| MoU for ₹1,000 Cr Education Investment | Marwadi University proposed ₹1,000 cr investment for education infrastructure including labs, hostels, and innovation centres. |
| 14th International Flower Show – Ahmedabad | Held at Sabarmati Riverfront; theme “Bharat Ek Gatha”; showcased creative floral installations; boosted cultural tourism. |
| International Kite Festival (Uttarayan) | Annual kite-flying festival celebrated across Gujarat; major cultural event attracting local and international tourists. |
| Gujarat CET 2026 – Final Answer Key | Final answer key released for Gujarati & English medium papers; allowed candidates to verify their responses. |
| New Super‑Speciality Medical Courses | NHL Municipal Medical College (Ahmedabad) approved for first DM Clinical Immunology & MCh Urology courses in Gujarat. |
| Republic Day – Vav–Tharad | State-level Republic Day celebrations in newly formed Vav–Tharad district with cultural programmes and official parade. |
| Gujarat ATS & Coast Guard Drug Seizure | Joint operation seized ~200 kg of drugs off Porbandar coast; two suspects arrested; strengthened coastal security. |
| Marriage Registration Law Amendment | State moved to tighten marriage registration, mandating parental involvement to curb fraudulent or coerced marriages. |
| Tiger Conservation Request | Gujarat requested a tigress from NTCA to support breeding and conservation after a male tiger settled in Ratanmahal Sanctuary. |
| Rise in Cardiac Medication Use | Increase in cardiac drug sales due to lifestyle-related diseases in Gujarat. |
Gujarat Current Affairs – January 2026 MCQs
1. The Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference for Kutch & Saurashtra was primarily focused on:
A) Religious tourism
B) Investment, MSME growth, and regional development
C) Nuclear energy projects
D) Coastal fisheries
Answer: B
2. Which city hosted the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference & Exhibition in January 2026?
A) Ahmedabad
B) Surat
C) Rajkot
D) Vadodara
Answer: C
3. The MoU signed by Marwadi University during VGRC involved an investment of:
A) ₹500 Cr
B) ₹1,000 Cr
C) ₹750 Cr
D) ₹1,250 Cr
Answer: B
4. The 14th International Flower Show in Ahmedabad had which theme?
A) “Green Gujarat”
B) “Bharat Ek Gatha”
C) “Floral Harmony”
D) “Riverfront Wonders”
Answer: B
5. The International Kite Festival (Uttarayan) is celebrated in which state?
A) Rajasthan
B) Gujarat
C) Maharashtra
D) Punjab
Answer: B
6. Gujarat CET 2026 final answer key was released for which mediums?
A) Hindi and English
B) Gujarati and English
C) Sanskrit and English
D) Gujarati and Hindi
Answer: B
7. NHL Municipal Medical College received approval for which new super-speciality courses?
A) DM Cardiology & MCh Neurosurgery
B) DM Clinical Immunology & MCh Urology
C) DM Nephrology & MCh Plastic Surgery
D) DM Endocrinology & MCh Gastro Surgery
Answer: B
8. Gujarat’s Republic Day celebrations in January 2026 were held in:
A) Ahmedabad
B) Vav–Tharad district
C) Rajkot
D) Vadodara
Answer: B
9. How much drug quantity was seized by Gujarat ATS & Coast Guard off the Porbandar coast?
A) 100 kg
B) 200 kg
C) 150 kg
D) 250 kg
Answer: B
10. The recent amendment in Gujarat’s marriage registration law aims to:
A) Reduce age of marriage
B) Mandate parental involvement and prevent fraudulent marriages
C) Promote inter-state marriages
D) Simplify divorce process
Answer: B
11. Why did Gujarat request a tigress from NTCA in January 2026?
A) To increase tiger population in Gir National Park
B) To support breeding and conservation in Ratanmahal Sanctuary
C) To relocate tigers to Kutch region
D) To start a new wildlife safari
Answer: B
12. The increase in cardiac medication sales in Gujarat is primarily due to:
A) Rise in infectious diseases
B) Increase in lifestyle-related diseases
C) New government subsidies
D) Higher population growth
Answer: B
13. Which of the following events promoted cultural tourism in January 2026?
A) Vibrant Gujarat Conference
B) 14th International Flower Show & Kite Festival
C) CET 2026 final answer key
D) Drug seizure operation
Answer: B
14. VGRC 2026 and VGRE were primarily platforms for:
A) Industrial, MSME, and startup networking
B) Conducting school exams
C) Wildlife conservation awareness
D) Solar energy projects
Answer: A
15. The primary objective of Gujarat CET 2026 final answer key release was to:
A) Announce toppers
B) Enable candidates to verify answers
C) Approve new colleges
D) Introduce new syllabus
Answer: B
16. The International Kite Festival (Uttarayan) mainly attracts:
A) Domestic and international tourists
B) Only local school students
C) Industrial investors
D) Wildlife enthusiasts
Answer: A
17. The primary focus of the ₹1,000 Cr MoU in education investment was:
A) Military infrastructure
B) Educational infrastructure including labs, hostels, and innovation centres
C) Sports stadiums
D) Renewable energy projects
Answer: B
18. Which city is home to NHL Municipal Medical College?
A) Vadodara
B) Ahmedabad
C) Rajkot
D) Surat
Answer: B
19. Which government initiative strengthened Gujarat’s coastal security in January 2026?
A) Launch of new fishing policy
B) ATS & Coast Guard joint drug seizure operation
C) Coastal road construction
D) Marine tourism promotion
Answer: B
20. The primary objective of the tiger conservation initiative in Ratanmahal Sanctuary is:
A) Tiger relocation for tourism
B) Support breeding and biodiversity conservation
C) Create a safari park
D) Start a zoo in urban areas
Answer: B