Kerala PSC Current Affairs — 27 May 2026

Today’s current affairs digest brings a mix of state-level governance issues, national political developments, and significant international agreements. Aspirants will find key updates on public safety, electoral processes, and India’s foreign policy engagements.

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Kerala News

1. Mundamveli Residents Protest GCDA over EHT Line Safety

• Residents of Mundamveli laid a day-long siege to the GCDA office in Kochi, raising concerns over alleged safety violations.
• They allege that the construction of twin towers has violated mandatory distance norms from a 110 kV EHT line, putting lives and properties at risk.

PSC relevance: Urban Planning, Public Safety, Local Governance (GCDA)

2. Kerala Waqf Board Dispute over Munambam Property Data

• The Kerala Waqf Board stated it was ‘forced’ to upload Munambam data on the UMEED portal.
• This action followed Farook College’s stand, which defended its decision not to post the data, asserting that Munambam was not a Waqf property.

PSC relevance: State Administration, Religious Institutions, Legal Issues, Digital Governance

3. CPI(M) Alleges CM Misleading on Munambam Issue

• The CPI(M) Ernakulam district secretariat alleged that the Kerala Chief Minister is misleading people regarding the Munambam issue.
• The party urged the government to explore possibilities for a lasting legal solution, rather than complicating the matter, recalling the CM’s earlier promise to resolve it in 10 minutes.

PSC relevance: State Politics, Governance, Public Grievance Redressal

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National News

4. PM Modi Discusses Indo-Pacific Stability with Australia, Japan

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized Indo-Pacific stability during meetings with the Foreign Ministers of Australia and Japan.
• Discussions highlighted the importance of strengthening defence and trade partnerships in the region.

PSC relevance: International Relations, Foreign Policy, QUAD Grouping

5. Himachal Panchayat Polls Record High Turnout, Women Outnumber Men

• The first phase of Himachal Pradesh panchayat polls recorded a 78.53% voter turnout.
• Notably, women voters outnumbered men in participation during this phase, with Shimla recording the highest turnout at 79.80%.

PSC relevance: Indian Polity, Local Self-Governance, Elections, Women Empowerment

6. India’s Energy Strategy Faces Call for Price Correction

• Experts suggest that India’s energy strategy requires a significant price correction.
• The recent petro products price hike is considered ‘too little and too late’ to effectively address underlying energy market issues.

PSC relevance: Indian Economy, Energy Policy, Fiscal Policy

7. Rajya Sabha Defections Raise Constitutional Questions on 10th Schedule

• A recent episode involving the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Rajya Sabha defections has brought the provisions of the 10th Schedule of the Constitution into focus.
• The incident highlights the ongoing need for judicial clarity regarding the application and interpretation of the anti-defection law.

PSC relevance: Indian Polity, Constitutional Law, Anti-defection Law (10th Schedule)

8. Supreme Court to Rule on ECI Powers in Bihar SIR Case

• The Supreme Court is set to pronounce its verdict on the Bihar SIR case tomorrow.
• Petitions have accused the Election Commission of India (ECI) of arbitrarily assuming powers to ‘determine citizenship,’ overriding limitations prescribed in parliamentary laws and its own manual.

PSC relevance: Indian Polity, Supreme Court Judgments, Election Commission of India (ECI), Citizenship

9. Congress High Command Suggests Siddaramaiah Move to Rajya Sabha

• Sources indicate that the Congress high command wants senior leader Siddaramaiah to move to the Rajya Sabha.
• This development comes amid an ongoing leadership tussle within the party in Karnataka, with Mr. Siddaramaiah expected to announce his decision on May 28.

PSC relevance: Indian Polity, State Politics, Parliamentary System

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International News

10. India, U.S. Strike Critical Minerals Deal Amid China Concerns

• India and the U.S. have struck a significant Critical Minerals deal.
• This agreement comes amid growing concerns regarding China’s dominance in the global critical minerals supply chain and was discussed during the QUAD meeting in New Delhi.

PSC relevance: International Relations, Economy, Science & Technology, Geopolitics

11. China and Pakistan Affirm Bilateral Ties During PM Sharif’s Visit

• China and Pakistan agreed to ‘unswervingly safeguard’ their bilateral ties during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China from May 23-26.
• During the visit, both sides signed a number of cooperation documents in various fields, reinforcing their strategic partnership.

PSC relevance: International Relations, Geopolitics, India’s Neighbourhood Policy

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10 MCQs

Q1. Which body did Mundamveli residents lay siege to, protesting alleged safety violations related to a 110 kV EHT line?

Options: A. Kerala State Electricity Board (KSEB) B. Greater Cochin Development Authority (GCDA) C. Kochi Municipal Corporation D. District Collectorate

Answer: B

Explanation: Mundamveli residents laid a day-long siege to the GCDA office, raising concerns over the 110 kV EHT line.

Q2. The dispute over Munambam property data involves the Kerala Waqf Board and which educational institution?

Options: A. Calicut University B. Farook College C. Jamia Millia Islamia D. Aligarh Muslim University

Answer: B

Explanation: The Kerala Waqf Board stated it was ‘forced’ to upload Munambam data after Farook College’s stand.

Q3. Which Indian political party alleged that the Kerala Chief Minister is misleading people on the Munambam issue?

Options: A. Indian National Congress B. Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) C. Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) D. Communist Party of India (CPI)

Answer: C

Explanation: The CPI(M) Ernakulam district secretariat alleged that the Kerala Chief Minister is misleading people in the Munambam issue.

Q4. With which two countries did PM Modi discuss Indo-Pacific stability, highlighting defence and trade partnerships?

Options: A. China and Russia B. United States and United Kingdom C. Australia and Japan D. France and Germany

Answer: C

Explanation: PM Modi emphasized Indo-Pacific stability in talks with Australia and Japan, highlighting defence and trade partnerships.

Q5. What was the approximate voter turnout in the first phase of Himachal Pradesh panchayat polls?

Options: A. 65% B. 70% C. 78.53% D. 85%

Answer: C

Explanation: The first phase of Himachal Pradesh panchayat polls recorded a 78.53% voter turnout.

Q6. The recent episode involving the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) and Rajya Sabha defections has brought which Schedule of the Indian Constitution into focus?

Options: A. 7th Schedule B. 8th Schedule C. 9th Schedule D. 10th Schedule

Answer: D

Explanation: The recent episode involving the Aam Aadmi Party and the invocation of the provisions of the 10th Schedule highlights the need for judicial clarity.

Q7. Which constitutional body is accused of arbitrarily assuming powers to ‘determine citizenship’ in the Bihar SIR case before the Supreme Court?

Options: A. Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) B. Election Commission of India (ECI) C. Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) D. National Human Rights Commission (NHRC)

Answer: B

Explanation: Petitions had accused ECI of arbitrarily assuming powers to “determine citizenship” while overriding limitations.

Q8. Amid a leadership tussle in Karnataka, which senior Congress leader is reportedly being asked by the high command to move to the Rajya Sabha?

Options: A. D.K. Shivakumar B. Mallikarjun Kharge C. Siddaramaiah D. Rahul Gandhi

Answer: C

Explanation: The Congress high command wants Siddaramaiah to move to the Rajya Sabha, sources say.

Q9. India and the U.S. recently struck a deal concerning which type of resources, amidst China’s dominance concerns?

Options: A. Agricultural Products B. Critical Minerals C. Renewable Energy Technologies D. Pharmaceutical Raw Materials

Answer: B

Explanation: India, U.S. strike Critical Minerals deal amid China concerns.

Q10. Which two countries agreed to ‘unswervingly safeguard’ bilateral ties during Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit from May 23-26?

Options: A. India and Bangladesh B. China and Pakistan C. Russia and Ukraine D. United States and Canada

Answer: B

Explanation: China, Pakistan agree to ‘unswervingly safeguard’ bilateral ties at the end of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s official visit to China.

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Quick Recap

#	Topic	One-line
1	Mundamveli Protest	Residents protested GCDA over 110 kV EHT line safety near twin towers.
2	Kerala Waqf Dispute	Waqf Board ‘forced’ to upload Munambam data after Farook College’s stand.
3	CM on Munambam	CPI(M) alleged Kerala CM is misleading on Munambam issue, urging legal solution.
4	Indo-Pacific Talks	PM Modi discussed Indo-Pacific stability with Foreign Ministers of Australia and Japan.
5	Himachal Polls	First phase of Himachal panchayat polls saw 78.53% turnout, with more women voters.
6	Energy Price	India’s energy strategy needs price correction, as petro product hike is ‘too little, too late’.
7	10th Schedule	Rajya Sabha defections involving AAP highlighted need for judicial clarity on anti-defection law.
8	ECI Powers	Supreme Court to rule on ECI’s alleged arbitrary powers to determine citizenship in Bihar SIR case.
9	Karnataka Leadership	Congress high command reportedly wants Siddaramaiah to move to Rajya Sabha.
10	Critical Minerals Deal	India and U.S. struck a Critical Minerals deal amidst China’s dominance concerns.
11	China-Pak Ties	China and Pakistan affirmed strong bilateral ties during PM Shehbaz Sharif’s visit.

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Sources: The Hindu, Indian Express, PIB. Compiled via RSS feeds and verified at time of publication.