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1) As per Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) guidelines, what is the maximum number of Life Cycle Funds that can remain open for subscription at any given time by a mutual fund house?

(a) 3

(b) 4

(c) 5

(d) 6

(e) 8

2) Under SEBI’s new reforms in the mutual fund industry, what is the revised maximum limit for mutual funds to invest in Gold, Silver, and InvITs (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) to enhance portfolio diversification?

(a) 20%

(b) 35%

(c) 30%

(d) 15%

(e) 40%

3) In 2026, the Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS), which guided the revision of India’s New National Accounts Series (Base Year 2022–23), is chaired by whom?

(a) Dr. C. Rangarajan

(b) Prof. Pronab Sen

(c) Prof. Biswanath Goldar

(d) Dr. Arvind Subramanian

(e) Dr. Raghuram Rajan

4) Which company is set to become the first overseas firm to list its equity shares on the NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) at GIFT City, Gujarat?

(a) Hellenic Bank

(b) Ellinas Finance

(c) Bank of Cyprus

(d) Alpha Services Ltd.

(e) Mediterranean Capital Plc

5) Which two Customs and Immigration Complexes were inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal on National Waterway–2 (Brahmaputra) in Assam?

(a) Pandu and Jogighopa

(b) Silghat and Tezpur

(c) Dibrugarh and Guwahati

(d) Karimganj and Haldia

(e) Bogibeel and Dhubri

 

6) Which village in Maharashtra declared itself a “caste-free village” by passing a unanimous resolution in the gram sabha on 5 February 2026?

(a) Soundala

(b) Hiware Bazar

(c) Ralegan Siddhi

(d) Shani Shingnapur

(e) Pimpalgaon

7) As of 2026, India’s first semiconductor ATMP (Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging) facility, inaugurated at Sanand, Gujarat, has been set up by which company?

(a) Intel Corporation

(b) Tata Electronics

(c) Micron Technology

(d) Samsung Electronics

(e) Foxconn

8) As of 2026, the restoration of the 28-km Chungthang–Lachen Axis and construction of the 400-ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge in North Sikkim were carried out under which project of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO)?

(a) Project Himank

(b) Project Swastik

(c) Project Dantak

(d) Project Udayak

(e) Project Arunank

9) The Rail Tech Policy 2026, Rail Tech Portal, and e-Railway Claims Tribunal (e-RCT) were launched as part of which initiative of the Ministry of Railways?

(a) Digital Rail Mission 2030

(b) Atmanirbhar Rail Abhiyan

(c) 52 Reforms in 52 Weeks

(d) National Rail Modernisation Plan

(e) PM Gati Shakti Rail Initiative

10) In 2026, the Rajasthan Government approved the renaming of three towns in the state as part of its cultural heritage initiative. Under the Rajasthan Government’s recent decision, Mount Abu has been officially renamed as__________

(a) Kamvan

(b) Yagyapur

(c) Aravallipur

(d) Aburaj

(e) Rajvan

11) Who has been appointed as the Interim President and CEO of the World Economic Forum (WEF) following the resignation of Børge Brende?

(a) Klaus Schwab

(b) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala

(c) Alois Zwinggi

(d) Kristalina Georgieva

(e) António Guterres

12) Which globally renowned gymnast has been appointed as a Laureus Ambassador, joining the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation movement?

(a) Nadia Comăneci

(b) Simone Biles

(c) Gabby Douglas

(d) McKayla Maroney

(e) Aly Raisman

13) In 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved SBI Mutual Fund to acquire up to what maximum percentage of paid-up share capital or voting rights in RBL Bank and Bandhan Bank?

(a) 5%

(b) 7.5%

(c) 9%

(d) 9.99%

(e) 12%

14) As of 2026, Facebook Overseas, a subsidiary of Meta Platforms Inc., acquired what percentage of equity stake in Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL)?

(a) 20%

(b) 25%

(c) 30%

(d) 49%

(e) 51%

15) Which initiative was launched in Tripura as India’s first state-level institutional framework to promote inclusive and region-specific innovation ecosystems?

(a) Startup India Hub

(b) State Innovation Mission (SIM)

(c) Digital Northeast Programme

(d) National Research Foundation

(e) PM Innovation Corridor

16) Which digital platform was launched by Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta to strengthen public grievance redressal and enhance citizen engagement?

(a) CM Jan Sunwai Portal

(b) CM Connect App

(c) Delhi Sampark Portal

(d) e-Seva Delhi Platform

(e) Jan Samadhan Dashboard

 

17) With reference to the Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2026, consider the following statements:

1. The Indian Army successfully defended its team championship title by winning 23 medals, including 9 gold medals.
2. Himachal Pradesh secured third place in the medal tally.
3. The official mascot of KIWG 2026 was Sheen-E-She (Snow Leopard).
4. The first leg of KIWG 2026 was held in Ladakh from January 20–26.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 3 only

(b) 1, 3 and 4 only

(c) 2 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3 only

(e) 1, 2, 3 and 4

 

18) At which stadium has the Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) approved naming a stand after former India captain Ravi Shastri?

(a) Eden Gardens

(b) Arun Jaitley Stadium

(c) M. A. Chidambaram Stadium

(d) Wankhede Stadium

(e) Narendra Modi Stadium

19) In 2026, Jammu & Kashmir won the Ranji Trophy 2025–26 title by defeating which team in the final?

(a) Mumbai

(b) Tamil Nadu

(c) Saurashtra

(d) Delhi

(e) Karnataka

20) As of 2026, R. Nallakannu, who recently passed away at the age of 101, was a veteran leader of which political party?

(a) Communist Party of India (Marxist)

(b) Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)

(c) Communist Party of India (CPI)

(d) Indian National Congress

(e) All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)

21) In 2026, T.K. Oommen, who recently passed away at the age of 88, was a distinguished scholar in which field?

(a) Sociology

(b) Political Science

(c) Economics

(d) History

(e) Anthropology

22) As of 2026, Zero Discrimination Day, observed annually on 1 March, was launched by which organisation?

(a) World Health Organization (WHO)

(b) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

(c) United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF)

(d) Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS)

(e) United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC)

23) On which date is World Civil Defence Day celebrated annually across the world?

(a) February 28

(b) March 1

(c) March 3

(d) April 1

(e) April 7

24) In 2026, Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD) is observed globally every year on which date?

(a) February 28

(b) March 10

(c) March 1

(d) April 7

(e) October 10

25) As of 2026, SEBI introduced which new investment norm to ensure mutual fund schemes invest strictly according to their stated objectives and prevent misleading fund categorisation?

(a) Risk-Adjusted Allocation Framework

(b) Dynamic Asset Classification Rule

(c) Standardised Asset Allocation Mandate

(d) Uniform Portfolio Disclosure Code

(e) True-to-Label Investment Norms

Answers:

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced Life Cycle Funds with regulated equity and debt exposure limits based on investor age and time to maturity.

Mutual funds may launch Life Cycle Funds with a minimum tenure of 5 years and a maximum tenure of 30 years, with launch tenures allowed only in multiples of 5 years.

A maximum of 6 Life Cycle Funds can remain open for subscription at any given point of time by a mutual fund house.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced Life Cycle Funds with regulated equity and debt exposure limits based on investor age and time to maturity.

Life Cycle Funds are open-ended target-date funds that follow a glide path investment strategy, investing across multiple asset classes such as Equity, Debt, InvITs, ETCDs, Gold ETFs, and Silver ETFs.

These funds promote goal-based investing and follow a systematic reduction in equity exposure as the fund approaches the maturity date, increasing debt allocation for stability.

Mutual funds may launch Life Cycle Funds with a minimum tenure of 5 years and a maximum tenure of 30 years, with launch tenures allowed only in multiples of 5 years.

A maximum of 6 Life Cycle Funds can remain open for subscription at any given point of time by a mutual fund house.

Life Cycle Funds can be launched with target maturities such as 30 years, 25 years, 20 years, 15 years, 10 years, and 5 years.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced sweeping reforms in the ₹81 lakh crore Indian mutual fund industry to improve transparency, portfolio discipline, and investor protection.

Mutual funds are now allowed to invest up to 35% of assets in Gold, Silver, and InvITs (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) to improve portfolio diversification beyond traditional equity and debt assets.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced sweeping reforms in the ₹81 lakh crore Indian mutual fund industry to improve transparency, portfolio discipline, and investor protection.

Solution-oriented schemes such as retirement funds and children’s funds will stop accepting fresh inflows and will be merged with similar schemes, affecting funds worth about ₹60,000 crore.

SEBI introduced “true-to-label” investment norms to ensure mutual fund schemes invest strictly according to their stated investment objectives and reduce misleading fund categorization.

Mutual funds are now allowed to invest up to 35% of assets in Gold, Silver, and InvITs (Infrastructure Investment Trusts) to improve portfolio diversification beyond traditional equity and debt assets.

This new rule replaces the earlier system that used London Bullion Market Association (LBMA) price benchmarks adjusted for currency conversion, import duties, and premium costs.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) introduced India’s New National Accounts Series (Base Year 2022–23) to improve the accuracy of GDP and GVA estimation and reflect structural economic changes.

The Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS), chaired by Prof. Biswanath Goldar, guided the revision through five specialised sub-committees.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) introduced India’s New National Accounts Series (Base Year 2022–23) to improve accuracy of GDP and GVA estimation and reflect structural economic changes.

The GDP base year has been updated from 2011–12 to 2022–23, providing a more realistic economic representation and better time-series comparability.

The new GDP series uses activity-wise revenue share of companies to calculate Gross Value Added (GVA), improving sector-wise economic measurement.

GST data, e-Vahan vehicle registration data, Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE), and Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data are now used for more accurate non-corporate sector estimation.

The Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS), chaired by Prof. Biswanath Goldar, guided the revision through five specialised sub-committees.

The new series estimates Real GDP growth for FY 2025–26 at 7.6%, while Nominal GDP growth is projected at 8.6%, with real GDP value estimated at ₹322.58 lakh crore and nominal GDP at ₹345.47 lakh crore.

 

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Ellinas Finance, a Cyprus-based financial services firm, will become the first overseas company to list equity shares on the NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) at GIFT City, Gujarat.

Detailed Explanation:

Ellinas Finance, a Cyprus-based financial services firm, will become the first overseas company to list equity shares on the NSE International Exchange (NSE IX) at GIFT City, Gujarat.

This listing marks the first cross-border equity listing in GIFT IFSC, strengthening India’s goal of developing a global capital market hub.

The company is already listed on the Cyprus Stock Exchange (CSE) and will now achieve a dual listing with NSE IX.

Founded in 1992, Ellinas Finance provides lending services, private equity funding, investor services, and business financing to individuals and corporate clients.

5) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three major infrastructure projects on the Brahmaputra River under National Waterway 2 in Dibrugarh, Assam.

The projects include the Bogibeel Customs and Immigration Complex, the Dhubri Customs and Immigration Complex, and the renovated IWAI Heritage Building.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three major infrastructure projects on the Brahmaputra River under National Waterway 2 in Dibrugarh, Assam.

The projects include the Bogibeel Customs and Immigration Complex, the Dhubri Customs and Immigration Complex, and the renovated IWAI Heritage Building.

Describing the initiative as a model of “Vikas and Virasat”, Sonowal stated that the projects will strengthen inland water transport, enhance cross-border trade, and promote tourism in the Northeast under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Projects inaugurated on National Waterway-2 (NW-2), a key economic corridor along the Brahmaputra.

Bogibeel Customs and Immigration Complex developed as a tourist-cum-cargo terminal with customs, immigration and administrative facilities of the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).

Bogibeel facility to facilitate trade under the Indo-Bangladesh Protocol Route and improve cargo handling capacity.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Soundala village in Maharashtra, located about 350 km from Mumbai, has declared itself a “caste-free village” after passing a unanimous resolution in the gram sabha.

The village is situated in Ahilyanagar district (formerly Ahmednagar).

Led by Sarpanch Sharad Argade, the resolution aims to eliminate caste-based discrimination in everyday life while keeping caste references limited to official documentation.

Detailed Explanation:

Soundala village in Maharashtra, located about 350 km from Mumbai, has declared itself a “caste-free village” after passing a unanimous resolution in the gram sabha.

The village is situated in Ahilyanagar district (formerly Ahmednagar).

Led by Sarpanch Sharad Argade, the resolution aims to eliminate caste-based discrimination in everyday life while keeping caste references limited to official documentation.

The declaration prohibits asking or publicising anyone’s caste and promotes equal access to public spaces such as temples, schools, crematoriums and water sources.

The guiding motto adopted by the village is “My caste is humanity.”

Unanimous gram sabha resolution passed on 5 February 2026 declaring Soundala a caste-free village.

Ban on inquiring about caste or using caste-based slurs; caste-based boycotts not tolerated.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India’s first semiconductor ATMP (Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging) facility set up by Micron Technology at Sanand in Gujarat.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate India’s first semiconductor ATMP (Assembly, Testing, Marking and Packaging) facility set up by Micron Technology at Sanand in Gujarat.

The project represents a major step in strengthening India’s semiconductor value chain and enhancing its presence in global chip manufacturing.

Project involves an investment of ₹22,516 crore.

First semiconductor ATMP plant in India focused on memory and storage products.

Will assemble and test DRAM and NAND memory chips, and produce Solid State Drives (SSDs).

Facility to process advanced wafers sourced from Micron’s global manufacturing units.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth inaugurated the restored Chungthang–Lachen Axis and the 400-ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge in North Sikkim.

The critical infrastructure was rebuilt by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) after severe damage caused by successive natural disasters, including the Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (2023), Cyclone Remal (2024), and cloudbursts in 2025.

28-km Chungthang–Lachen Axis fully restored to improve connectivity in North Sikkim.

Restoration carried out under Project Swastik of BRO.

Detailed Explanation:

Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth inaugurated the restored Chungthang–Lachen Axis and the 400-ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge in North Sikkim.

The critical infrastructure was rebuilt by the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) after severe damage caused by successive natural disasters, including the Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (2023), Cyclone Remal (2024), and cloudbursts in 2025.

28-km Chungthang–Lachen Axis fully restored to improve connectivity in North Sikkim.

Restoration carried out under Project Swastik of BRO.

96 landslides cleared and 8 km of fresh formation cutting completed.

Multiple diversions were created to bypass vulnerable and sinking stretches.

400-ft Bailey Suspension Taram Chu Bridge constructed to replace flood-damaged infrastructure.

The bridge ensures all-weather connectivity to Lachen and nearby strategic locations.

Part of BRO’s large-scale post-disaster recovery operations, including the construction of four major bridges and the repair of two others.

Infrastructure development aligns with the ‘Atmanirbhar Sikkim – Viksit Bharat Vision’ of Prem Singh Tamang.

Projects expected to boost tourism, strengthen defence logistics, and support local economic activities.

 

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Railways has launched the Rail Tech Policy 2026, Rail Tech Portal, and e-Railway Claims Tribunal (e-RCT) in New Delhi.

The announcement was made by Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw as part of the “52 Reforms in 52 Weeks” initiative aimed at accelerating technology adoption, enhancing safety, and promoting digital governance in railway operations.

Rail Tech Policy 2026 launched to promote large-scale adoption of advanced technologies.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Railways has launched the Rail Tech Policy 2026, Rail Tech Portal, and e-Railway Claims Tribunal (e-RCT) in New Delhi.

The announcement was made by Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw as part of the “52 Reforms in 52 Weeks” initiative aimed at accelerating technology adoption, enhancing safety, and promoting digital governance in railway operations.

Rail Tech Policy 2026 launched to promote large-scale adoption of advanced technologies.

Policy encourages collaboration with startups, industry, and academic institutions.

Focus on AI-based safety systems, including elephant intrusion detection, fire detection in coaches, drone-based rail monitoring, and fog obstruction detection.

Rail Tech Portal was introduced as a digital platform for the submission and evaluation of innovative proposals.

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Rajasthan Government has approved the renaming of three towns in the state as part of its cultural heritage initiative.

The announcement was made by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma in the Rajasthan Assembly.

Under the decision, Mount Abu will now be officially called Aburaj, Kaman as Kamvan, and Jahazpur as Yagyapur.

Detailed Explanation:

The Rajasthan Government has approved the renaming of three towns in the state as part of its cultural heritage initiative.

The announcement was made by Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma in the Rajasthan Assembly.

Under the decision, Mount Abu will now be officially called Aburaj, Kaman as Kamvan, and Jahazpur as Yagyapur.

Decision approved and announced in the Rajasthan Assembly.

Renaming intended to reconnect modern administrative names with historical references.

Departments instructed to implement the changes in official communication and records.

Mount Abu (Aburaj) is located in the Aravalli Range and serves as Rajasthan’s only hill station.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Børge Brende, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the World Economic Forum (WEF), officially announced his resignation.

Alois Zwinggi has been appointed as the Interim President and CEO of the WEF following Brende’s resignation.

Detailed Explanation:

Børge Brende, President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the World Economic Forum (WEF), officially announced his resignation.

Alois Zwinggi has been appointed as the Interim President and CEO of the WEF following Brende’s resignation.

Børge Brende is a Norwegian politician and diplomat, widely recognized for his expertise in international relations, diplomacy, and multilateral economic and social policy.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Simone Biles, a seven-time Olympic gold medallist and the most decorated gymnast in history, has been appointed as a Laureus Ambassador.

Detailed Explanation:

Simone Biles, a seven-time Olympic gold medallist and the most decorated gymnast in history, has been appointed as a Laureus Ambassador.

She joins a global group of sporting icons associated with the Laureus Sport for Good Foundation movement, alongside athletes such as Neeraj Chopra and Yuvraj Singh.

The Laureus Sport for Good Programme supports over 300 global projects, using sports as a tool to fight violence, discrimination, and social inequality while promoting social inclusion.

13) Answer: D

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved SBI Mutual Fund, a subsidiary of State Bank of India, to acquire up to 9.99% of the paid-up share capital or voting rights in RBL Bank.

The RBI also approved SBI Mutual Fund to acquire up to 9.99% stake, including equity share capital and voting rights, in Bandhan Bank.

SBI Mutual Fund has been granted one year from the date of RBI approval to complete the proposed acquisition up to the 9.99% limit.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Facebook Overseas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Meta Platforms Inc., acquired a 30% equity stake (25.65 crore shares) in Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL).

REIL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Intelligence Limited, which is part of the Reliance Intelligence Group.

The transaction was valued at approximately Rs. 256.6 crore, at an average price of Rs. 10 per share.

Detailed Explanation:

Facebook Overseas, a wholly owned subsidiary of Meta Platforms Inc., acquired a 30% equity stake (25.65 crore shares) in Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Limited (REIL).

REIL is a wholly owned subsidiary of Reliance Intelligence Limited, which is part of the Reliance Intelligence Group.

The transaction was valued at approximately Rs. 256.6 crore, at an average price of Rs. 10 per share.

REIL issued a total of 85.32 crore equity shares, out of which 59.66 crore shares worth Rs. 596.6 crore were allotted to Reliance Industries Limited (RIL).

Following the transaction, Reliance Intelligence holds 70% stake, while Facebook Overseas holds 30% equity in REIL.

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr. Jitendra Singh of the Ministry of Science and Technology launched India’s 1st State Innovation Mission (SIM) at the Hapania International Exhibition Center, Agartala, Tripura.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr. Jitendra Singh of the Ministry of Science and Technology launched India’s 1st State Innovation Mission (SIM) at the Hapania International Exhibition Center, Agartala, Tripura.

During the event, he described the Northeast region as the ‘New Engine’ of India’s economic and innovation growth.

The State Innovation Mission (SIM) is part of the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) 2.0 programme under NITI Aayog’s State Support Mission (SSM).

The SIM is designed as a long-term institutional framework to support States and Union Territories (UTs) in developing inclusive, robust, and region-specific innovation ecosystems aligned with national priorities and local capabilities.

The mission aims to promote startup growth, technology innovation, and knowledge-based economic development across states.

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the ‘CM Jan Sunwai Portal’ and mobile application to strengthen public grievance redressal and enhance citizen engagement through a technology-driven framework.

The initiative was unveiled as part of the Information and Technology Department’s digital governance push to improve transparency, accountability, and efficient service delivery.

Detailed Explanation:

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched the ‘CM Jan Sunwai Portal’ and mobile application to strengthen public grievance redressal and enhance citizen engagement through a technology-driven framework.

The initiative was unveiled as part of the Information and Technology Department’s digital governance push to improve transparency, accountability, and efficient service delivery.

The CM Jan Sunwai Portal is a centralized and unified grievance platform covering all government departments to ensure faster resolution, transparent tracking, and reduced physical visits to government offices.

The portal digitizes public hearings (Jan Sunwai) and maps complaints, jurisdictions, and departmental officers in advance to fix clear accountability.

Citizens can submit complaints through four channels: online portal, mobile app, call centre (Helpline 1902), and offline submission at the Chief Minister’s Office.

Every complaint is assigned a unique reference ID (Identity Document ID) to enable status tracking and proper monitoring.

 

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Indian Army successfully defended its team championship title at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026, winning a total of 23 medals, including 9 gold medals (with 8 golds won in the Gulmarg leg).

Himachal Pradesh finished as runners-up, winning 14 total medals, including 6 gold, 7 silver, and 1 bronze, while Haryana secured third place with 7 total medals, including 4 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze.

The official mascot of KIWG 2026 was Sheen-E-She (Snow Leopard), symbolizing resilience, agility, and adaptability in harsh mountain environments.

The first leg of KIWG 2026 was held in Ladakh (January 20–26), showcasing India’s focus on winter sports promotion in high-altitude regions.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Army successfully defended its team championship title at the Khelo India Winter Games 2026, winning a total of 23 medals, including 9 gold medals (with 8 golds won in the Gulmarg leg).

Himachal Pradesh finished as runners-up, winning 14 total medals, including 6 gold, 7 silver, and 1 bronze, while Haryana secured third place with 7 total medals, including 4 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze.

The Khelo India Winter Games 2026 were hosted by the Jammu & Kashmir Sports Council and managed by the Sports Authority of India, promoting winter sports development in India.

The official mascot of KIWG 2026 was Sheen-E-She (Snow Leopard), symbolizing resilience, agility, and adaptability in harsh mountain environments.

The first leg of KIWG 2026 was held in Ladakh (January 20–26), showcasing India’s focus on winter sports promotion in high-altitude regions.

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has approved naming a stand at the Wankhede Stadium after former India captain Ravi Shastri.

Shastri was honoured with the prestigious Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI Awards 2024 in Hyderabad.

Detailed Explanation:

The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) has approved naming a stand at the Wankhede Stadium after former India captain Ravi Shastri.

The decision was taken during the MCA Apex Council meeting held.

Shastri was honoured with the prestigious Col CK Nayudu Lifetime Achievement Award at the BCCI Awards 2024 in Hyderabad.

The Level 1 Stand below the Press Box will be named in honour of Ravi Shastri, recognising his contribution as an all-rounder, former India captain, head coach, and commentator.

The move celebrates his long-standing association with Mumbai and Indian cricket.

19) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Jammu and Kashmir scripted history by winning the Ranji Trophy 2025–26 title in their first-ever final appearance.

The final was played at the KSCA Cricket Stadium, where J&K defeated the Karnataka cricket team by securing a massive 291-run first-innings lead.

Detailed Explanation:

Jammu and Kashmir scripted history by winning the Ranji Trophy 2025–26 title in their first-ever final appearance.

The final was played at the KSCA Cricket Stadium, where J&K defeated the Karnataka cricket team by securing a massive 291-run first-innings lead.

Led by captain Paras Dogra, the team posted 584 runs in the first innings, while Karnataka were bowled out for 293 runs.

The historic moment was witnessed by Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Omar Abdullah from the stands.

With this victory, J&K became only the 10th team in 92 years to lift the Ranji Trophy in their maiden final.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Nallakannu, a veteran leader of the Communist Party of India (CPI), passed away at the age of 101 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

He was born on 26 December 1925 at Srivaikuntam (now in Thoothukudi district), Tamil Nadu.

Detailed Explanation:

Nallakannu, a veteran leader of the Communist Party of India (CPI), passed away at the age of 101 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

He was born on 26 December 1925 at Srivaikuntam (now in Thoothukudi district), Tamil Nadu.

He was regarded as one of India’s most respected communist leaders and a veteran of the freedom struggle.

He was widely known for his integrity, simplicity, and lifelong commitment to farmers and workers.

He served as a senior leader of the CPI and played a significant role in strengthening the communist movement in Tamil Nadu.

During his political career, he was imprisoned multiple times for participating in protests and political agitations.

21) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

T.K. Oommen, a renowned Indian sociologist and Professor Emeritus at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), passed away at the age of 88 in Gurugram, marking a major loss to Indian social sciences.

Born on 16 October 1937 in Venmony, Alappuzha, Kerala.

Detailed Explanation:

T.K. Oommen, a renowned Indian sociologist and Professor Emeritus at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), passed away at the age of 88 in Gurugram, marking a major loss to Indian social sciences.

Born on 16 October 1937 in Venmony, Alappuzha, Kerala.

He served as President of the International Sociological Association (ISA) in 1990, becoming the only Indian sociologist to hold this position.

He also served as President of the Indian Sociological Society and was a member of the Sachar Committee, which studied the socio-economic and educational conditions of Indian Muslims.

He received major honours, including the Padma Bhushan (2008), ICSSR Award (1981), and VKRV Rao Prize in Sociology and Social Anthropology.

22) Answer: D

Zero Discrimination Day 2026 is observed on the 1st of March.

Zero Discrimination Day was first celebrated and observed on March 1st, 2014.

Zero Discrimination Day was launched by UNAIDS.

23) Answer: B

World Civil Defence Day 2026 is celebrated on March 1st. It is celebrated annually on March 1st every year all over the world.

World Civil Defence Day 2026 is a day to celebrate the importance of civil defense and it is time to commemorate the people who have sacrificed their lives for it.

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Self-Injury Awareness Day is celebrated on March 1st, 2026. The Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD) is a global event that is conducted every year on March 1st.

It has been celebrated for more than 20 years on this day every year.

Detailed Explanation:

Self-Injury Awareness Day is celebrated on March 1st, 2026. The Self-Injury Awareness Day (SIAD) is a global event that is conducted every year on March 1st.

It has been celebrated for more than 20 years on this day every year.

It is about raising awareness about self-injury among the people.

The history and origin of Self Injury Awareness Day are not known properly, but the day has been celebrated for more than 20 years on 1st March.

25) Answer: E

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) introduced sweeping reforms in the ₹81 lakh crore Indian mutual fund industry to improve transparency, portfolio discipline, and investor protection.

Solution-oriented schemes such as retirement funds and children’s funds will stop accepting fresh inflows and will be merged with similar schemes, affecting funds worth about ₹60,000 crore.

SEBI introduced “true-to-label” investment norms to ensure mutual fund schemes invest strictly according to their stated investment objectives and reduce misleading fund categorization.