CLAT Current Affairs Notes | 9 September 2026 | The Hindu + Indian Express + Times of India

1. India Hosts 18th BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi

Source: Business Today, Business Standard, Vajiramandravi | Category: International Relations & Global Summits

What Happened?

India is hosting the 18th BRICS Summit from September 11–13, 2026, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, holding the BRICS Chairship for 2026. The summit's theme is "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability" (BRICS). Leaders from Brazil, Russia, China, South Africa and partner nations are attending, along with representatives from the expanded BRICS membership. The summit marks the 25th anniversary of economist Jim O'Neill coining the "BRIC" concept.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• India's BRICS Chairship strengthens its role in shaping global governance for developing and emerging economies — directly relevant to GK/Current Affairs passages on multilateralism.
• BRICS is a non-treaty, intergovernmental grouping with no binding charter; unlike the UN, it operates by consensus — a common MCQ distinction.
• The theme acronym "BRICS" (Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, Sustainability) is a likely factual question in CLAT GK passages.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• BRICS established: 2009 (BRIC → 2006; South Africa joined 2010)
• Bharat Mandapam: India's premier international convention centre, inaugurated July 2023
• New BRICS members (from 2024): Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, Saudi Arabia (de facto), Indonesia
• Jim O'Neill coined "BRIC" in 2001 Goldman Sachs paper
• India's previous BRICS Presidency: 2021 (theme: "BRICS @ 15: Intra-BRICS Cooperation for Continuity, Consolidation and Consensus")

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. Where is the 18th BRICS Summit 2026 being held? A. Mumbai, Maharashtra
B. Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
C. Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi
D. HICC, Hyderabad

Q2. What is the theme of the 18th BRICS Summit 2026? A. "BRICS Partnership for Global Development"
B. "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability"
C. "Strengthening Multilateralism for Just World Order"
D. "Inclusive Growth through Digital Transformation"

Q3. India holds BRICS Chairship for 2026, succeeding which country? A. China
B. South Africa
C. Brazil
D. Russia

Q4. Who coined the term "BRIC"? A. Nelson Mandela
B. Jim O'Neill
C. Manmohan Singh
D. Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva

Q5. Which country became the latest founding member to officially join BRICS? A. Ethiopia
B. Argentina
C. Indonesia
D. Kazakhstan
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-B, Q3-C, Q4-B, Q5-A

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2. Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026 Defeated in Lok Sabha

Source: LiveLaw, PRS India, Vision IAS | Category: Indian Polity & Constitutional Law

What Happened?

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, introduced on April 16, 2026, was defeated (negatived) in Lok Sabha on April 17, 2026. The Bill, introduced by the Ministry of Law and Justice, sought to expand Lok Sabha seats from 550 to 850 (state seats: 530 → 815) based on 2011 census data, replacing the 1971 freeze under Article 82 read with the 84th Amendment (2002). The Centre simultaneously withdrew the companion Delimitation Bill, 2026.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• Delimitation and the Women's Reservation debate are among the most tested constitutional topics in CLAT passages; this Bill directly connects both.
• Article 82 (Readjustment after each census) and Article 81 (composition of Lok Sabha) are the direct constitutional pegs — high-priority static law for CLAT.
• The Bill's defeat raises questions about the procedure for constitutional amendment under Article 368 — a classic MCQ zone.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• Article 81: Composition of the House of the People (Lok Sabha — max 550 elected)
• Article 82: Readjustment of seats after each census
• 84th Constitutional Amendment, 2002: Froze delimitation on 1971 census until after 2026
• 106th Constitutional Amendment (Women's Reservation Act, 2023): Women's reservation linked to first delimitation after 2026 census
• Delimitation Commission: Constituted under Delimitation Act; headed by retired SC judge + CEC + State Election Commissioners
• A Constitutional Amendment Bill requires special majority (Article 368) — 2/3 of members present and voting + majority of total membership

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. Under which Article of the Constitution is readjustment of Lok Sabha seats after each census provided for? A. Article 80
B. Article 81
C. Article 82
D. Article 83

Q2. The 84th Constitutional Amendment (2002) froze delimitation based on which census? A. 1961
B. 1971
C. 1981
D. 2001

Q3. The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill 2026 sought to increase maximum Lok Sabha seats to: A. 700
B. 750
C. 850
D. 900

Q4. Women's reservation in legislatures under the 106th Amendment is triggered by: A. A Presidential Ordinance
B. First delimitation after 2026 census
C. A resolution passed by Rajya Sabha
D. A Supreme Court order

Q5. A Constitutional Amendment Bill under Article 368 requires: A. Simple majority of total Lok Sabha membership
B. 2/3rd majority of members present & voting + majority of total membership
C. Unanimous vote in both Houses
D. Joint sitting of Parliament with simple majority
Answers: Q1-C, Q2-B, Q3-C, Q4-B, Q5-B

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3. DAC Approves Rs 1.10 Lakh Crore Defence Procurement

Source: AffairsCloud, PIB | Category: National Policies & Government Schemes

What Happened?

The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 1.10 lakh crore to strengthen combat capabilities of all three armed forces. The approved acquisitions include CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological & Nuclear) protection vehicles, advanced helicopters, next-generation radars, and fighter aircraft system enhancements. Proposals passed at the "Acceptance of Necessity" (AoN) stage — the first formal step in the defence procurement process.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• DAC is the apex body for defence procurement; its composition and powers are a common MCQ topic in CLAT GK sections.
• "Acceptance of Necessity" is the first stage under the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP 2020) — frequently tested in passages on defence indigenisation.
• India's push for Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliance) in defence links to constitutional powers under Article 246 (Union List Entry 1 — Defence) and the DRDO/HAL ecosystem.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• DAC (Defence Acquisition Council): Chaired by Defence Minister; members include Service Chiefs and Defence Secretary
• Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP 2020): Replaced DPP 2016; prioritises "Make in India" and "Atmanirbhar Bharat"
• Categories under DAP: Buy (Indian-IDDM), Buy (Indian), Buy & Make (Indian), Buy & Make, Buy (Global)
• CBRN protection: Falls under NBC (Nuclear, Biological, Chemical) warfare preparedness
• Article 246 + Schedule VII, Union List, Entry 1: "Defence of India and every part thereof"

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is chaired by: A. Chief of Defence Staff
B. Defence Secretary
C. Defence Minister
D. Prime Minister

Q2. "Acceptance of Necessity" in India's defence procurement process refers to: A. Parliament's approval for defence spending
B. The first formal approval stage in the Defence Acquisition Procedure
C. Cabinet Committee on Security clearance
D. Presidential assent to a defence treaty

Q3. CBRN in defence context stands for: A. Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear
B. Cyber, Ballistic, Radar and Navigation
C. Combat, Battlefield, Reconnaissance and Naval
D. Communication, Border, Radar and Nuclear

Q4. Defence of India is a subject under which list of the Seventh Schedule? A. State List
B. Concurrent List
C. Union List
D. Residuary List

Q5. Which policy replaced the Defence Procurement Procedure (DPP) 2016 in India? A. Defence Industrial Policy, 2020
B. Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2020
C. National Defence Strategy, 2021
D. Aatmanirbhar Defence Policy, 2020
Answers: Q1-C, Q2-B, Q3-A, Q4-C, Q5-B

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4. India Joins US-Led Global 6G Initiative

Source: Free Press Kashmir, AffairsCloud, IASPOINT | Category: International Relations & Global Summits

What Happened?

India has joined the "Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security," a global initiative led by the United States' National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA), becoming the 26th participating country. The initiative aims to develop secure, open, and interoperable next-generation 6G networks. India's participation aligns with its Bharat 6G Mission, which targets commercial 6G rollout by 2030 and positions India as a leader in global telecom standards.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• India's Bharat 6G Mission and telecom policy connect to Union List powers over telecommunications (Article 246, Entry 31) — a CLAT static law link.
• International technology alliances mirror India's foreign policy shift toward multilateral tech diplomacy alongside QUAD and I2U2 groupings.
• The NTIA (USA's telecom authority) vs. India's DOT/TRAI structure is a comparative regulatory question commonly seen in CLAT passages.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• Bharat 6G Mission: Launched 2023 by PM Modi; aims for 2030 commercial rollout; governed by Department of Telecommunications (DoT)
• NTIA: National Telecommunications and Information Administration — US federal agency under Commerce Department
• Article 246 + Union List Entry 31: "Posts and telegraphs; telephones, wireless, broadcasting and other like forms of communication"
• TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India): Statutory body under TRAI Act, 1997
• India currently has 5G in 100+ cities; 6G is the next generation targeting ultra-low latency

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. The "Call to Action for 6G Leadership and Security" initiative is led by which country? A. Japan
B. South Korea
C. United States
D. European Union

Q2. Telecommunications in India falls under which List of the Seventh Schedule? A. State List
B. Concurrent List
C. Union List
D. Residuary List

Q3. India became the ___ country to join the Global 6G Initiative in September 2026: A. 20th
B. 23rd
C. 26th
D. 30th

Q4. India's Bharat 6G Mission targets commercial 6G deployment by: A. 2028
B. 2029
C. 2030
D. 2035

Q5. Which body regulates telecom tariffs and services in India? A. DoT (Department of Telecommunications)
B. TRAI (Telecom Regulatory Authority of India)
C. MeitY (Ministry of Electronics and IT)
D. NTIA
Answers: Q1-C, Q2-C, Q3-C, Q4-C, Q5-B

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5. RBI Grants Scheduled Bank Status to Coastal Local Area Bank

Source: AffairsCloud, RBI | Category: Economy: Regulation & Financial Instruments

What Happened?

The Reserve Bank of India included Coastal Local Area Bank Limited, headquartered in Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh, in the Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934, making it the first Local Area Bank (LAB) in India to achieve scheduled bank status. Scheduled status enables a bank to access RBI liquidity facilities (Marginal Standing Facility, Repo), participate in money market operations, and is eligible for clearing house membership.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• The distinction between scheduled and non-scheduled banks under the RBI Act, 1934 is a classic CLAT static GK question.
• Local Area Banks (LABs) — licensed under RBI guidelines for credit delivery in rural/semi-urban areas — are a niche tested topic in CLAT banking passages.
• RBI's regulatory role under Article 246 (Union List Entry 36 — banking) and the RBI Act, 1934 is fundamental CLAT law.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• Scheduled Bank: Listed in Second Schedule of RBI Act, 1934 (Section 42); must maintain CRR with RBI
• Local Area Bank (LAB): Small private bank for 2-3 contiguous districts; licensed by RBI since 1996
• RBI Act, 1934 → Second Schedule → Scheduled Commercial Banks
• Coastal Local Area Bank: First LAB to become a scheduled bank; HQ Vijayawada, AP
• Four extant LABs in India before this: Coastal LAB, Krishna Bhima Samruddhi LAB, Subhadra Local Area Bank, Saptagiri Grameena Bank (note: the latter is a RRB)
• MSF (Marginal Standing Facility): Emergency borrowing by scheduled banks from RBI at higher rate

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. A bank is classified as a "Scheduled Bank" when it is listed in the: A. First Schedule of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949
B. Second Schedule of the RBI Act, 1934
C. Third Schedule of the Companies Act, 2013
D. First Schedule of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881

Q2. Local Area Banks (LABs) in India were licensed to operate in: A. Entire state territory
B. Metropolitan cities only
C. Two to three contiguous districts
D. Cross-border rural zones

Q3. Coastal Local Area Bank is headquartered in which city? A. Visakhapatnam
B. Vijayawada
C. Guntur
D. Tirupati

Q4. Which of the following is a key benefit of Scheduled Bank status? A. Exemption from Income Tax
B. Right to issue currency notes
C. Access to RBI's Marginal Standing Facility
D. Reduced CRR requirement

Q5. Banking as a legislative subject falls under which List of the Seventh Schedule? A. State List (Entry 30)
B. Concurrent List (Entry 43)
C. Union List (Entry 36)
D. Residuary List
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-C, Q3-B, Q4-C, Q5-C

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6. NITI Aayog Launches PACT and ZET Marketplace for Clean Transport

Source: AffairsCloud, Ministry of Commerce | Category: Environment, Climate, Energy

What Happened?

NITI Aayog launched two transformative platforms — PACT (Platform for Aggregating Clean Transport) and ZET (Zero-Emission Truck) Marketplace — at the 5th e-FAST (Electric Freight Aggregation and Sustainable Transport) Summit in New Delhi. PACT aggregates freight demand from logistics providers and integrates it with freight corridors to optimise clean transport deployment. The ZET Marketplace connects truck manufacturers, fleet operators, and financiers to accelerate zero-emission truck adoption across India.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• NITI Aayog's role in policy coordination (it has no constitutional status — it replaced the Planning Commission in 2015) is a perennial CLAT MCQ distinction.
• India's commitment under the Paris Agreement (net-zero by 2070) and the National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP) provide the constitutional and policy backdrop.
• Freight decarbonisation connects to the Motor Vehicles Act, 1988, and the Central Motor Vehicles Rules — legislative framework tested in CLAT.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• NITI Aayog: National Institution for Transforming India; replaced Planning Commission (January 1, 2015); non-constitutional body; Chairperson is PM
• Paris Agreement: India ratified 2016; NDC target — net-zero by 2070; 50% non-fossil electricity by 2030
• National Electric Mobility Mission Plan (NEMMP): Targets 6–7 million EVs by 2020 (revised targets ongoing)
• e-FAST India: Electric Freight and Supply Chain Transformation initiative by NITI Aayog
• Motor Vehicles Act, 1988: Governs road transport, vehicle licensing, insurance in India

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. PACT, launched by NITI Aayog, stands for: A. Plan for Accelerating Clean Technology
B. Platform for Aggregating Clean Transport
C. Policy for Advancing Carbon Transition
D. Programme for Assured Clean Trade

Q2. NITI Aayog replaced which body in 2015? A. Finance Commission
B. Election Commission
C. Planning Commission
D. Economic Advisory Council

Q3. India's net-zero carbon emissions target under the Paris Agreement is: A. 2050
B. 2060
C. 2070
D. 2075

Q4. ZET Marketplace, launched by NITI Aayog, targets which sector? A. Zero-Emission Aviation
B. Zero-Emission Truck adoption for freight
C. Zero-Emission Textile manufacturing
D. Zero-Emission Tourism infrastructure

Q5. The NITI Aayog's Chairperson is: A. Finance Minister
B. Vice-President of India
C. Prime Minister of India
D. Cabinet Secretary
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-C, Q3-C, Q4-B, Q5-C

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7. Four Indian Heritage Sites Added to UNESCO Tentative List

Source: AffairsCloud, UNESCO India | Category: International Relations & Global Summits / Environment

What Happened?

India has added four new cultural heritage sites to UNESCO's World Heritage Convention Tentative List, bringing the total to 73 tentative sites (53 Cultural, 3 Mixed, 17 Natural). The newly included sites are: (1) Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble, Assam; (2) Colonial Penal Settlement on the Andaman Islands; (3) Nicobarese Cultural Continuity, Nicobar Islands; and (4) Painted Haveli Towns of Shekhawati, Rajasthan. Inclusion in the Tentative List is a prerequisite for nomination to the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• UNESCO World Heritage Sites in India (currently 42) and India's Tentative List are among the most frequently asked CLAT GK topics.
• The Andaman & Nicobar Islands as a Union Territory under Schedule I (Article 1 and 4) and its colonial history (Cellular Jail) link to Polity static knowledge.
• Shekhawati's painted havelis and Assam's Ahom heritage tie to Art & Culture passages that increasingly appear in CLAT 2025–2028 trend analysis.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• UNESCO World Heritage Convention, 1972: Three categories — Cultural, Natural, Mixed
• India's total UNESCO World Heritage Sites: 42 (as of 2023; Hoysala Temples added 2023)
• Tentative List: Inventory states must use before formally nominating a site; site must be on list for at least 1 year before nomination
• Cellular Jail, Port Blair: Also known as "Kala Pani"; Colonial-era prison; a National Memorial
• Article 239A + 239AA: Special provisions for UTs; Andaman & Nicobar under Article 239 (administered by Lt. Governor)
• Bharat Ratna Bhupen Hazarika (connected to Assam cultural heritage released same day by VP)

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. How many UNESCO World Heritage Sites does India currently have (as of 2026)? A. 38
B. 40
C. 42
D. 45

Q2. The "Rangpur-Sivasagar Historic Ensemble" newly added to UNESCO Tentative List is located in: A. Manipur
B. Meghalaya
C. Assam
D. Arunachal Pradesh

Q3. Under UNESCO's World Heritage Convention (1972), how many categories of heritage sites exist? A. Two (Cultural and Natural)
B. Three (Cultural, Natural, Mixed)
C. Four (Cultural, Natural, Mixed, Intangible)
D. Five

Q4. The Andaman Islands are administered as a Union Territory under which constitutional provision? A. Article 239A
B. Article 239AA
C. Article 239
D. Article 240

Q5. A site must be on UNESCO's Tentative List for at least ___ before formal nomination: A. 6 months
B. 1 year
C. 2 years
D. 3 years
Answers: Q1-C, Q2-C, Q3-B, Q4-C, Q5-B

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8. IFC Provides USD 1 Billion for India's MSME Sector

Source: AffairsCloud, Ministry of Finance | Category: Economy: Regulation & Financial Instruments

What Happened?

The International Finance Corporation (IFC), the private-sector arm of the World Bank Group, has signed an agreement to provide USD 1 billion to strengthen long-term credit access for India's MSME (Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises) sector. Of this, USD 500 million is directed to SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India) and the remaining USD 500 million is to be mobilised through syndication. The funding targets manufacturing, textiles, food processing, and other employment-intensive sectors, with a maximum tenure of 7 years using the RBI swap window.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• IFC, SIDBI, and MSME development are commonly tested in CLAT economy passages; the IFC–World Bank relationship is a static GK staple.
• SIDBI's constitutional/statutory origin (SIDBI Act, 1989) and its role as the principal financial institution for MSMEs are direct CLAT targets.
• RBI's swap window mechanism links to monetary policy and the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 — core financial law for CLAT.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• IFC (International Finance Corporation): Private-sector arm of World Bank Group; established 1956; HQ Washington D.C.
• SIDBI (Small Industries Development Bank of India): Set up under SIDBI Act, 1989; principal DFI for MSME sector; HQ Lucknow
• MSME Definition (MSMED Act, 2006, revised 2020): Micro — ≤Rs 1 cr investment + ≤Rs 5 cr turnover; Small — ≤Rs 10 cr + ≤Rs 50 cr; Medium — ≤Rs 50 cr + ≤Rs 250 cr
• World Bank Group: Five institutions — IBRD, IDA, IFC, MIGA, ICSID
• RBI Swap Window: Used for foreign currency transactions; helps manage forex risk

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. IFC (International Finance Corporation) is the ___ of the World Bank Group: A. Sovereign lending arm
B. Private sector investment arm
C. Research and advisory arm
D. Multilateral guarantee arm

Q2. SIDBI was established under which act? A. Banking Regulation Act, 1949
B. SIDBI Act, 1989
C. Industrial Development Bank Act, 1964
D. Companies Act, 1956

Q3. Under the revised MSME definition (2020), a Medium enterprise has a maximum investment of: A. Rs 10 crore
B. Rs 20 crore
C. Rs 50 crore
D. Rs 100 crore

Q4. IFC's headquarters is located in: A. Geneva, Switzerland
B. New York, USA
C. Washington D.C., USA
D. London, UK

Q5. Which of the following is NOT part of the World Bank Group? A. IBRD
B. IDA
C. IMF
D. MIGA
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-B, Q3-C, Q4-C, Q5-C

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9. Bhagwat Prasad Makwana Appointed NCSK Chairperson

Source: AffairsCloud, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment | Category: High Offices & Elections

What Happened?

The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE) has appointed Bhagwat Prasad Makwana as Chairperson of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK). Kaishab Bihari from Odisha has been appointed as Vice-Chairperson, along with three other members. Their terms are effective until March 31, 2028. NCSK is a statutory body that monitors the implementation of laws related to Safai Karamcharis (sanitation workers) and makes recommendations for their welfare.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• NCSK is among the lesser-known constitutional/statutory bodies frequently tested as "odd one out" or "match the body" MCQs in CLAT.
• Distinction between NCSC (National Commission for Scheduled Castes — Constitutional under Article 338) and NCSK (statutory, not constitutional) is a classic CLAT trap.
• Rights of Safai Karamcharis link to Article 17 (Abolition of Untouchability), the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and their Rehabilitation Act, 2013.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• NCSK: Established under NCSK Act, 1993 (amended 2001); statutory body; functions under MoSJE
• Not to confuse with NCSC (Article 338) — which is a Constitutional body
• Manual Scavenging: Prohibited under the Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers Act, 2013
• Article 17: Abolishes Untouchability; its practice is a punishable offence
• Article 46 (DPSP): Promotes educational and economic interests of SC, ST, and weaker sections
• Safai Karamchari Andolan: Leading civil society organisation for manual scavengers' rights

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. The National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK) is established under: A. Article 338 of the Constitution
B. NCSK Act, 1993
C. Scheduled Castes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
D. Manual Scavengers Prohibition Act, 2013

Q2. Which Article of the Constitution abolishes untouchability? A. Article 14
B. Article 15
C. Article 16
D. Article 17

Q3. The National Commission for Scheduled Castes derives its authority from: A. The Scheduled Castes Act, 1989
B. Article 338 of the Constitution
C. Article 340 of the Constitution
D. The NCSK Act, 1993

Q4. Which Ministry oversees the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis? A. Ministry of Labour & Employment
B. Ministry of Rural Development
C. Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
D. Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs

Q5. The Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers Act was enacted in: A. 2005
B. 2009
C. 2011
D. 2013
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-D, Q3-B, Q4-C, Q5-D

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10. India-BRICS Chief Justices' Judicial Cooperation Forum

Source: AffairsCloud, Supreme Court of India | Category: Indian Polity & Constitutional Law

What Happened?

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant hosted the BRICS Chief Justices' Forum in New Delhi from September 4–6, 2026, a prelude to the BRICS Summit. CJI Surya Kant held bilateral meetings with judicial leaders from 10 countries, focusing on judicial cooperation, institutional MoUs, and shared frameworks for mediation and arbitration. Simultaneous BRICS ministerial meetings were held across Indian cities, including the 14th BRICS Science Ministerial in Chennai and the BRICS Sports Ministers' Meeting in Visakhapatnam.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• The CJI's role and appointment process (Articles 124 and 148) are foundational CLAT polity questions; CJI Surya Kant's term and predecessor (DY Chandrachud) are frequently tested.
• Judicial cooperation under BRICS — including ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution), arbitration, and international mediation — connects to the Arbitration & Conciliation Act, 1996 and New York Convention.
• BRICS legal diplomacy vs. ICJ (International Court of Justice) jurisdiction is a likely comparative MCQ passage.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• Chief Justice of India: Appointed by President under Article 124(2); senior-most judge of SC by convention (collegium system)
• CJI Surya Kant: 52nd Chief Justice of India (assumed office November 2024)
• Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996: Implements UNCITRAL Model Law; India's primary ADR legislation
• New York Convention, 1958: On Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards; India a signatory
• Article 141: Law declared by SC is binding on all courts in India
• Collegium System: Evolved through Three Judges Cases (1981, 1993, 1998)

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. The Chief Justice of India is appointed by the President under which Article? A. Article 123
B. Article 124
C. Article 125
D. Article 126

Q2. CJI Surya Kant is the ___ Chief Justice of India: A. 50th
B. 51st
C. 52nd
D. 53rd

Q3. India's primary legislation governing arbitration and conciliation is: A. Code of Civil Procedure, 1908
B. Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
C. Specific Relief Act, 1963
D. Indian Contract Act, 1872

Q4. Under Article 141 of the Constitution, the law declared by the Supreme Court is binding on: A. Only the High Courts
B. All courts in India
C. Only subordinate courts
D. Only the Union Government

Q5. The Collegium System of judicial appointments in India was established through: A. The Constitution (99th Amendment) Act
B. Three Judges Cases (1981, 1993, 1998)
C. The Judicial Appointments Commission Act, 2014
D. Supreme Court Rules, 2013
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-C, Q3-B, Q4-B, Q5-B

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11. Satwik-Chirag Win China Masters 2026 BWF Title

Source: AffairsCloud, BWF | Category: Sports, Awards & Important Days

What Happened?

Indian shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty clinched the China Masters 2026 Men's Doubles title in Shenzhen, China (September 1–6, 2026), defeating the Chinese pair 11-21, 21-13, 21-17 in a thrilling three-game final. This was their maiden China Masters title and their second BWF World Tour Super 500 victory of 2026. The prize money for the event was USD 92,500. This was their 10th BWF World Tour title overall, cementing their status as world's No. 1 men's doubles pair.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• Satwik-Chirag are India's No. 1 Men's Doubles pair and represent a consistent CLAT sports GK topic since their All England 2023 win.
• The Badminton World Federation (BWF) circuit structure — Super 1000, 750, 500, 300 — is a tested static fact for sports MCQs.
• China Masters is a BWF Super 500 event; distinguishing World Tour levels from the Olympics and World Championships is a frequent CLAT trap.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• Satwiksairaj Rankireddy: Born August 13, 2000; Andhra Pradesh; Arjuna Awardee 2023
• Chirag Shetty: Born July 4, 1997; Maharashtra; Arjuna Awardee 2023
• BWF World Tour levels: Finals > Super 1000 > Super 750 > Super 500 > Super 300
• China Masters: BWF Super 500 event; held in Shenzhen
• Previous titles include: Thailand Open, Indonesia Open, Asian Games 2023 (gold — first for India in badminton doubles)
• Badminton India is governed by the Badminton Association of India (BAI)

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. The China Masters 2026 BWF Men's Doubles title was won by: A. Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth
B. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
C. Prannoy H. S. and Parupalli Kashyap
D. Manu Attri and B. Sumeeth Reddy

Q2. The China Masters is classified at which level of the BWF World Tour? A. Super 1000
B. Super 750
C. Super 500
D. Super 300

Q3. Satwik-Chirag's 2023 Asian Games gold was historically significant because: A. It was India's first-ever Asian Games gold in badminton
B. It was India's first Asian Games gold in men's doubles specifically
C. It was the first gold by any Indian shuttler at the Asian Games
D. It was India's first-ever doubles gold at any international event

Q4. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) is headquartered in: A. London, UK
B. Singapore
C. Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
D. Paris, France

Q5. Which award did both Satwik and Chirag receive in 2023? A. Padma Shri
B. Dronacharya Award
C. Arjuna Award
D. Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
Answers: Q1-B, Q2-C, Q3-B, Q4-C, Q5-C

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12. VP Releases Books on Bhupen Hazarika — Bharat Ratna Centenary

Source: AffairsCloud, Gauhati University | Category: Sports, Awards, Books & Important Days

What Happened?

Vice President C.P. Radhakrishnan released two books at a special event at Gauhati University: "Bhupen Hazarika: Hundred Years of a Wandering Songs" (a centenary biography of the legendary Assamese artist) and the 5th edition of "Chandrakanta Abhidhan" (an Assamese lexicography reference published by Gauhati University Press). The events were part of the centenary celebrations of Bhupen Hazarika (1926–2011), popularly called the "Bard of Brahmaputra," who was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2019.

Why is this IMPORTANT for CLAT?

• Bhupen Hazarika's Bharat Ratna (2019) alongside Pranab Mukherjee and Nanaji Deshmukh is a direct CLAT static GK MCQ.
• The Vice President's role (Articles 63–71) is a tested constitutional topic; VP C.P. Radhakrishnan assumed office 2024.
• Assam's linguistic heritage and Gauhati University (oldest in NE India) connect to cultural geography passages in CLAT.

Key Static Concepts to Link

• Bhupen Hazarika: Born September 8, 1926, Sadiya, Assam; died November 5, 2011; Bharat Ratna 2019 (posthumous)
• "Bard of Brahmaputra" — his honorary title for composing/singing in multiple languages (Assamese, Hindi, Bengali)
• Bharat Ratna 2019 recipients: Nanaji Deshmukh (posthumous), Bhupen Hazarika (posthumous), Pranab Mukherjee
• VP C.P. Radhakrishnan: 15th Vice President of India; assumed office August 2024
• Article 63: There shall be a Vice-President of India; Article 64: VP is ex-officio Chairman of Rajya Sabha
• Gauhati University: Established 1948; oldest university in Northeast India

Possible CLAT Questions

Q1. Bhupen Hazarika was posthumously awarded the Bharat Ratna in: A. 2017
B. 2018
C. 2019
D. 2020

Q2. Bhupen Hazarika is popularly known as: A. Nightingale of India
B. Bard of Brahmaputra
C. Voice of the Northeast
D. Melody King of Assam

Q3. Under which Article does the Vice President act as ex-officio Chairman of the Rajya Sabha? A. Article 63
B. Article 64
C. Article 65
D. Article 66

Q4. Who among the following received the Bharat Ratna in 2019 along with Bhupen Hazarika? A. Atal Bihari Vajpayee
B. Pranab Mukherjee
C. Lal Krishna Advani
D. M. S. Swaminathan

Q5. Gauhati University, where the book release was held, is located in: A. Shillong, Meghalaya
B. Imphal, Manipur
C. Guwahati, Assam
D. Agartala, Tripura
Answers: Q1-C, Q2-B, Q3-B, Q4-B, Q5-C

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📌 Prepared by CLATians Editorial Desk | For CLAT 2027 & CLAT 2028 Preparation | Based on The Hindu, Indian Express, Times of India, PIB, ANI