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1) Consider the following statements regarding small savings schemes in India for the June quarter of 2026:

1. The interest rate for the Public Provident Fund (PPF) has been reduced to 6.9%.
2. The Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme continues to offer 8.2% interest.
3. The Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) offers a maturity period of 115 months.
4. Funds collected under small savings schemes are used to part-finance the Central Government’s fiscal deficit.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 2, 3, and 4 only

(d) 1, 3, and 4 only

(e) All of the above

2) In 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a monetary penalty of ₹31.80 lakh on Airtel Payments Bank Limited for__________

(a) Failure to maintain minimum reserves

(b) Non-compliance with directions on ‘Disclosure in Financial Statements’

(c) Fraudulent lending practices

(d) Delay in reporting large-value transactions

(e) Violation of KYC norms

 

3) In 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a monetary penalty on the Central Bank of India for non-compliance with KYC and BSBDA norms under the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. What was the amount of this penalty?

(a) ₹31.80 lakh

(b) ₹50.00 lakh

(c) ₹100.00 lakh

(d) ₹75.00 lakh

(e) ₹63.60 lakh

4) As of 2026, Moody’s Investors Service has applied to set up a branch in India, marking a step in strengthening the country’s offshore financial hub. Where is this proposed branch to be located?

(a) SEZ Mumbai

(b) NSE Bengaluru

(c) GIFT IFSC, Gujarat

(d) BSE Hyderabad

(e) IFSC Chennai

 

5) The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann, approved a new women-centric welfare scheme named Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana. What is the total budget sanctioned for this scheme in FY 2026–27?

(a) ₹5,000 crore

(b) ₹7,500 crore

(c) ₹10,000 crore

(d) ₹9,300 crore

(e) ₹12,000 crore

 

6) As of 2026, the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved 29 proposals under the fourth tranche of the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme. What is the total expected investment under the scheme after this latest approval?

(a) ₹54,567 crore

(b) ₹61,671 crore

(c) ₹7,104 crore

(d) ₹84,515 crore

(e) ₹65,040 crore

 

7) As of 2026, Andhra Pradesh to Launch India’s First Quantum Computer at Amaravati under National Quantum Mission through Amaravati Quantum Valley Project. The Quantum computers use qubits instead of classical bits. What is a unique feature of qubits?

(a) They can only represent 0 or 1 like classical bits

(b) They consume more power than classical bits

(c) They operate only in vacuum conditions

(d) They can represent 0, 1, or both simultaneously through superposition

(e) They cannot perform parallel computations

 

8) In 2026, the Bhavasagara Referral Centre in Kochi has been designated as the National Repository for Deep Sea Fauna. Under which act was this designation granted?

(a) Biological Diversity Act, 2002

(b) Wildlife Protection Act, 1972

(c) Environment Protection Act, 1986

(d) Indian Forest Act, 1927

(e) Coastal Regulation Zone Notification, 2011

 

9) The Solid Waste Management Rules 2026, notified by the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change, introduced four-stream waste segregation at source. Which of the following is not one of the four streams?

(a) Wet waste (biodegradable)

(b) Dry waste (recyclable)

(c) Sanitary waste

(d) Special care waste

(e) E-waste

 

10) As of 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated a semiconductor plant by Kaynes Technology India Limited at Sanand. Which of the following is a key product to be manufactured at this facility?

(a) Solar panels

(b) Intelligent Power Modules

(c) Lithium-ion batteries

(d) Microprocessors for mobile phones only

(e) Fiber optic cables

11) The United Nations (UN) has formed a task force to address challenges in the Strait of Hormuz due to the West Asia conflict. Who will lead this task force?

(a) António Guterres

(b) Jorge Moreira da Silva

(c) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

(d) Christine Lagarde

(e) David Malpass

 

12) The International Booker Prize 2026 shortlist features six translated novels. Which of the following novels is included in the shortlist?

(a) She Who Remains by Rene Karabash

(b) The Night Circus by Erin Morgenstern

(c) The Overstory by Richard Powers

(d) Lincoln in the Bardo by George Saunders

(e) Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

13) The INS Sanshodhak (Yard 3028), recently delivered to the Indian Navy, belongs to which class of ships, it was delivered to the Indian Navy at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), Kolkata?

(a) Destroyer

(b) Frigate

(c) Survey Vessel (Large)

(d) Aircraft Carrier

(e) Submarine

14) The 3rd edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Maritime Exercise (IMEX) Tabletop Exercise 2026 was conducted by the Indian Navy at which location?

(a) Andaman & Nicobar Command

(b) Western Naval Command, Mumbai

(c) INS Kadamba, Karwar

(d) Eastern Naval Command, Visakhapatnam

(e) Maritime Warfare Centre, Southern Naval Command, Kochi

15) As of 2026, Puja Garg has assumed charge as the National President of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO) in 2026–27. Which number President is she?

(a) 41st

(b) 42nd

(c) 43rd

(d) 44th

(e) 45th

16) Who did Willie Walsh succeed as CEO of IndiGo, while interim leadership is being handled by Rahul Bhatia?

(a) Poonam Sharma

(b) Akbar Al Baker

(c) Pieter Elbers

(d) Tony Fernandes

(e) Ronojoy Dutta

 

17) As of 2026, Ashwini Bhide was appointed as the first woman Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai. Whom did she succeed in this role?

(a) Smita Sabharwal

(b) Bhushan Gagrani

(c) Anita Kapoor

(d) Nandini Deshpande

(e) Rajesh Tope

18) In 2026, Artemis II marks humanity’s first crewed Moon mission will send four astronauts on a 10-day journey using National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA)  Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft. An Artemis II is NASA’s mission that will___________

(a) Orbit the Moon and return safely

(b) Land humans on the Moon for the first time

(c) Travel to Mars and back

(d) Launch an unmanned spacecraft to the Moon

(e) Conduct lunar mining operations

19)In 2026, the European Space Agency (ESA) launched the first two In-Orbit Demonstrators (IOD-1 and IOD-2) under which mission from the Rocket Lab launch site, New Zealand?

(a) Artemis Mission

(b) Copernicus Mission

(c) Galileo Mission

(d) Celeste Mission

(e) Vega Mission

 

20) When is World Autism Awareness Day observed every year by the United Nations?

(a) 1 April

(b) 2 April

(c) 7 April

(d) 10 April

(e) 15 April


Answers:

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) continues to offer an interest rate of 7.1%, while the Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme offers 8.2%.

The Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) interest rate remains at 8.2%, and the National Savings Certificate (NSC) at 7.7%.

The Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) continues to offer 7.5% interest with a maturity period of 115 months.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India has decided to keep interest rates unchanged for small savings schemes for the June quarter.

This marks the ninth consecutive quarter of unchanged interest rates for these schemes.

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) continues to offer an interest rate of 7.1%, while the Sukanya Samriddhi Scheme offers 8.2%.

The Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) interest rate remains at 8.2%, and the National Savings Certificate (NSC) at 7.7%.

The Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) continues to offer 7.5% interest with a maturity period of 115 months.

Other unchanged rates include:

Savings Deposit – 4%

1-year Deposit – 6.9%

2-year Deposit – 7%

3-year Deposit – 7.1%

5-year Deposit – 7.5%

5-year Recurring Deposit (RD) – 6.7%

Monthly Income Scheme (MIS) – 7.4%

Funds collected under small savings schemes are used to part-finance the Central Government’s fiscal deficit.

The government aims to mobilize ₹3.88 lakh crore from the National Small Savings Fund (NSSF) in FY27, higher than ₹3.43 lakh crore (revised estimate) in the current fiscal.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹31.80 lakh on Airtel Payments Bank Limited for non-compliance with certain provisions of the directions issued by RBI on ‘Disclosure in Financial Statements’.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹31.80 lakh on Airtel Payments Bank Limited for non-compliance with certain provisions of the directions issued by RBI on ‘Disclosure in Financial Statements’.

This penalty has been imposed in exercise of powers conferred on RBI under the provisions of section 47A(1)(c) read with section 46(4)(i) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

The Statutory Inspection for Supervisory Evaluation (ISE 2025) of the bank was conducted by RBI with reference to its financial position as on March 31, 2025.

Based on supervisory findings of non-compliance with RBI directions, a notice was issued to the bank advising it to show cause as to why penalty should not be imposed.

3) Answer: E

The Central Bank of India has imposed a monetary penalty of ₹63.60 lakh by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

The penalty was imposed for non-compliance with RBI directions on Know Your Customer (KYC) and Basic Savings Bank Deposit Account (BSBDA) norms under Financial Inclusion guidelines.

The action was taken under Section 47A(1)(c) read with Sections 46(4)(i) and 51(1) of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, empowering RBI to impose penalties for regulatory violations.

 

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Moody’s Investors Service has applied to set up a branch in GIFT IFSC (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City), marking a major step in strengthening India’s offshore financial hub.

The application has been filed under the IFSCA (Capital Market Intermediaries) Regulations, 2025 to undertake credit rating and related permissible activities.

Detailed Explanation:

Moody’s Investors Service has applied to set up a branch in GIFT IFSC (Gujarat International Finance Tec-City), marking a major step in strengthening India’s offshore financial hub.

The application has been filed under the IFSCA (Capital Market Intermediaries) Regulations, 2025 to undertake credit rating and related permissible activities.

Moody’s is one of the “Big Three” global credit rating agencies, along with S&P Global Ratings and Fitch Ratings.

The proposed branch will have an initial setup of about 15 sq m with a four-member team, funded through internal accruals.

The move follows regulatory support from SEBI (Securities and Exchange Board of India) and IFSCA (International Financial Services Centres Authority), which allowed credit rating agencies to operate in IFSC.

 

5) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Cabinet of Punjab led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann approved a new women centric welfare scheme named Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana to ensure direct economic support to women across the state.

The Government of Punjab sanctioned Rupees 9,300 crore for implementation of the scheme in the State Budget for Financial Year 2026 to 2027, which was presented in the Punjab Legislative Assembly in March 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Cabinet of Punjab led by Chief Minister Bhagwant Singh Mann approved a new women centric welfare scheme named Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana to ensure direct economic support to women across the state.

The scheme marks a major step towards strengthening financial security and social empowerment of women through direct income support in Punjab.

The Government of Punjab sanctioned Rupees 9,300 crore for implementation of the scheme in the State Budget for Financial Year 2026 to 2027, which was presented in the Punjab Legislative Assembly in March 2026.

The Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana has been designed as a Direct Benefit Transfer initiative, under which financial assistance will be transferred directly into the bank accounts of eligible women beneficiaries.

The scheme is expected to benefit nearly 97 percent of adult women in Punjab, making it a large scale women focused Direct Benefit Transfer initiative in the state.


6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved 29 proposals under the fourth tranche of the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme, with a projected investment of Rupees 7,104 crore and projected production of Rupees 84,515 crore, expected to generate 14,246 direct employment opportunities.

The total expected investment under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme now stands at Rupees 61,671 crore, with projected generation of 65,040 direct employment opportunities. 

Detailed Explanation:

Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology approved 29 proposals under the fourth tranche of the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme, with a projected investment of Rupees 7,104 crore and projected production of Rupees 84,515 crore, expected to generate 14,246 direct employment opportunities.

With the latest approvals, a total of 75 applications have been approved under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme, including earlier approval of 46 applications worth Rupees 54,567 crore.

The total expected investment under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme now stands at Rupees 61,671 crore, with projected generation of 65,040 direct employment opportunities.

The approvals cover 16 electronic component categories with cross sectoral applications across:

mobile manufacturing

telecommunication equipment

consumer electronics

automotive electronics

strategic electronics

Information Technology hardware

 

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Government of Andhra Pradesh announced that India’s first quantum computer will be launched at Amaravati on 14 April 2026 as part of the Amaravati Quantum Valley Project, marking a major step in advanced computing and emerging technologies development in India.

Quantum computers use the principles of quantum mechanics and operate through quantum bits known as qubits, which can represent 0, 1, or both simultaneously through superposition, unlike classical computers that operate only with binary bits 0 or1.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Andhra Pradesh announced that India’s first quantum computer will be launched at Amaravati on 14 April 2026 as part of the Amaravati Quantum Valley Project, marking a major step in advanced computing and emerging technologies development in India.

The announcement was made by the Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh N Chandrababu Naidu, highlighting the objective of positioning India as a global leader in next generation computing technologies.

The initiative is being implemented with support from the National Quantum Mission to strengthen quantum research, innovation ecosystems, and technological self reliance in India.

Quantum computers use the principles of quantum mechanics and operate through quantum bits known as qubits, which can represent 0, 1, or both simultaneously through superposition, unlike classical computers that operate only with binary bits 0 or1

 

8) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Bhavasagara Referral Centre at Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology located in Kochi has been designated as the National Repository for Deep Sea Fauna under the Biological Diversity Act 2002 to strengthen marine biodiversity conservation and deep sea research in India.

Detailed Explanation:

The Bhavasagara Referral Centre at Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology located in Kochi has been designated as the National Repository for Deep Sea Fauna under the Biological Diversity Act 2002 to strengthen marine biodiversity conservation and deep sea research in India.

The Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology functions under the Ministry of Earth Sciences and plays an important role in marine biodiversity assessment and ocean ecosystem research.

The designation of the Bhavasagara Referral Centre as a National Repository was granted by the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change under provisions of the Biological Diversity Act 2002.

 

9) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 were notified on 27 January 2026 by the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change and came into force from 1 April 2026, replacing the earlier Solid Waste Management Rules 2016 framework to strengthen scientific waste management and environmental protection.

A major reform under the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 is the introduction of four-stream waste segregation at source, making it mandatory for households and institutions to segregate waste into:

wet waste biodegradable waste

dry waste recyclable waste

sanitary waste

special care waste

Detailed Explanation:

The Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 were notified on 27 January 2026 by the Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change and came into force from 1 April 2026, replacing the earlier Solid Waste Management Rules 2016 framework to strengthen scientific waste management and environmental protection.

The new rules introduce a structured and accountable system for solid waste management across India, focusing on waste segregation at source, digital monitoring, circular economy principles, and enhanced accountability of waste generators and local authorities.

A major reform under the Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 is the introduction of four-stream waste segregation at source, making it mandatory for households and institutions to segregate waste into:

wet waste biodegradable waste

dry waste recyclable waste

sanitary waste

special care waste

Under the revised targets, the Refuse Derived Fuel substitution rate is to be increased from the current 5 percent to 15 percent over the next six years, helping reduce dependence on fossil fuels and promoting sustainable energy alternatives.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kaynes Technology India Limited Semiconductor Plant at Sanand, marking a major step in strengthening India’s semiconductor manufacturing capabilities and advancing India’s ambition to become a global technology leader.

The plant will manufacture advanced semiconductor components, including Intelligent Power Modules, which are crucial for sectors such as electric vehicles, industrial automation, electronics manufacturing, and energy-efficient systems.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kaynes Technology India Limited Semiconductor Plant at Sanand, marking a major step in strengthening India’s semiconductor manufacturing capabilities and advancing India’s ambition to become a global technology leader.

The semiconductor facility established by Kaynes Technology India Limited has commenced domestic semiconductor chip production, contributing to India’s broader plan to build a strong semiconductor ecosystem.

The plant will manufacture advanced semiconductor components, including Intelligent Power Modules, which are crucial for sectors such as electric vehicles, industrial automation, electronics manufacturing, and energy-efficient systems.

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi highlighted that this development is part of a rapidly expanding semiconductor ecosystem in India, with several semiconductor projects currently under implementation across different states.

The facility will help position India as a reliable partner in the global semiconductor supply chain and reduce dependence on semiconductor imports.

 

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Antonio Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), announced the formation of a dedicated task force to address challenges arising from disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to the West Asia conflict.

The task force will be led by Jorge Moreira da Silva, who is the Executive Director (ED) of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).

Detailed Explanation:

Antonio Guterres, the Secretary-General of the United Nations (UN), announced the formation of a dedicated task force to address challenges arising from disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz due to the West Asia conflict.

The task force will be led by Jorge Moreira da Silva, who is the Executive Director (ED) of the United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS).

The task force will include representatives from key international organisations such as United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), International Maritime Organization (IMO), and International Chamber of Commerce (ICC).

The primary mandate of the task force is to develop technical mechanisms to address humanitarian needs arising in the Strait of Hormuz region.

 

12) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The International Booker Prize 2026 shortlist has been announced featuring six translated novels from across the world, highlighting themes such as human struggle, identity, exile, political unrest, and resilience.

The six shortlisted books for International Booker Prize 2026 are:

The Nights Are Quiet in Tehran by Shida Bazyar, which narrates the story of an Iranian family from the 1979 Revolution to exile, highlighting political upheaval and generational trauma

She Who Remains by Rene Karabash, which explores identity and survival through the life of a woman living as a man in the Albanian mountains

The Director by Daniel Kehlmann, which depicts the life of filmmaker G. W. Pabst during Hollywood and Nazi-era Austria

On Earth As It Is Beneath by Ana Paula Maia, which presents a dark narrative set in a harsh penal colony exploring morality and survival

The Witch by Marie NDiaye, which tells a dreamlike story of a sorceress and her daughters

Taiwan Travelogue by Yang Shuang-zi, which portrays a historical journey of culture and identity in 1930s Taiwan

Detailed Explanation:

The International Booker Prize 2026 shortlist has been announced featuring six translated novels from across the world, highlighting themes such as human struggle, identity, exile, political unrest, and resilience.

The award recognises outstanding fiction translated into English and published in the United Kingdom or Ireland, promoting global storytelling and cross-cultural literary exchange.

According to judging panel chair Natasha Brown, the shortlisted works collectively reflect hope, emotional depth, insight, and the “burning humanity” of contemporary global literature.

The six shortlisted books for International Booker Prize 2026 are:

The Nights Are Quiet in Tehran by Shida Bazyar, which narrates the story of an Iranian family from the 1979 Revolution to exile, highlighting political upheaval and generational trauma

She Who Remains by Rene Karabash, which explores identity and survival through the life of a woman living as a man in the Albanian mountains

The Director by Daniel Kehlmann, which depicts the life of filmmaker G. W. Pabst during Hollywood and Nazi-era Austria

 

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

INS Sanshodhak (Yard 3028), the last Survey Vessel (Large) ship, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), Kolkata.

The vessel was designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau (WDB), highlighting indigenous warship design capability.

The contract for four Survey Vessel (Large) ships was signed on 30 October 2018.

Detailed Explanation:

INS Sanshodhak (Yard 3028), the last Survey Vessel (Large) ship, was delivered to the Indian Navy at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), Kolkata.

The vessel was designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau (WDB), highlighting indigenous warship design capability.

The contract for four Survey Vessel (Large) ships was signed on 30 October 2018.

The earlier ships of the class include INS Sandhayak (03 Feb 2024), INS Nirdeshak (18 Dec 2024), and INS Ikshak (06 Nov 2025).

The SVL ships are built as per Indian Register of Shipping classification rules, ensuring high safety and quality standards.

On Earth As It Is Beneath by Ana Paula Maia, which presents a dark narrative set in a harsh penal colony exploring morality and survival

The Witch by Marie NDiaye, which tells a dreamlike story of a sorceress and her daughters

Taiwan Travelogue by Yang Shuang-zi, which portrays a historical journey of culture and identity in 1930s Taiwan

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Indian Navy (IN) conducted the 3rd edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Maritime Exercise (IMEX) Tabletop Exercise (TTX) 2026 at the Maritime Warfare Centre, Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi, Kerala.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Navy (IN) conducted the 3rd edition of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Maritime Exercise (IMEX) Tabletop Exercise (TTX) 2026 at the Maritime Warfare Centre, Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi, Kerala.

The exercise marked a key milestone as India assumed the IONS Chairmanship for the 2026–2028 cycle after a gap of 16 years since 2010.

The aim of IMEX TTX 2026 was to address non-traditional maritime security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) and enhance coordination, shared understanding, and operational frameworks under IONS.

The exercise involved participation from IONS member navies, officers from Indian Ocean Ship–Security and Growth for All in the Region (IOS-SAGAR), and the Indian Navy.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Puja Garg has assumed charge as the 43rd National President of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO), succeeding Poonam Sharma (42nd President, 2025–26).

Detailed Explanation:

Puja Garg has assumed charge as the 43rd National President of FICCI Ladies Organisation (FLO), succeeding Poonam Sharma (42nd President, 2025–26).

The tenure of Puja Garg is 2026–27, during which she aims to strengthen women’s entrepreneurship, industry participation, and economic empowerment.

Under her leadership, FLO will focus on facilitating an enabling ecosystem for women’s economic growth and increasing their participation in India’s industrial development.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) has appointed Willie Walsh as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), subject to regulatory approvals.

Willie Walsh will succeed Pieter Elbers, who resigned in March 2026, while interim leadership is being handled by Rahul Bhatia.

Detailed Explanation:

InterGlobe Aviation (IndiGo) has appointed Willie Walsh as its Chief Executive Officer (CEO), subject to regulatory approvals.

Willie Walsh, currently serving as Director General of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), will step down on 31 July 2026 and is expected to join IndiGo on 3 August 2026.

He brings extensive experience, having previously served as CEO of British Airways, International Airlines Group (IAG), and Aer Lingus.

Willie Walsh will succeed Pieter Elbers, who resigned in March 2026, while interim leadership is being handled by Rahul Bhatia.

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Ashwini Bhide, an IAS officer of 1995 batch, has been appointed as the new Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai by the Maharashtra Government.

She succeeds Bhushan Gagrani, who retired from government service.

Currently, she serves as Additional Chief Secretary in the Chief Minister’s Office (Maharashtra).

Detailed Explanation:

Ashwini Bhide, an IAS officer of 1995 batch, has been appointed as the new Municipal Commissioner of Mumbai by the Maharashtra Government.

She became the first woman Municipal Commissioner in the 160-year history of the civic body (Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation - BMC).

She succeeds Bhushan Gagrani, who retired from government service.

Currently, she serves as Additional Chief Secretary in the Chief Minister’s Office (Maharashtra).

Bhide is known for her role as Managing Director of Mumbai Metro Rail Corporation (MMRCL).

18) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Artemis II marks humanity’s first crewed Moon mission in over 50 years since the Apollo Program, aiming to orbit the Moon and return safely.

The mission will send four astronauts on a 10-day journey using National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA)  Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft.

Detailed Explanation:

Artemis II marks humanity’s first crewed Moon mission in over 50 years since the Apollo Program, aiming to orbit the Moon and return safely.

The mission will send four astronauts on a 10-day journey using National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA)  Space Launch System (SLS) and Orion spacecraft.

Unlike Apollo 11, Artemis II will not land on the Moon, but will orbit and test critical systems, preparing for future missions like Artemis III.

The spacecraft will reach a distance of 248,655 miles from Earth and travel a total of 685,000 miles, with a splashdown in the Pacific Ocean around April 10, surpassing the Apollo 13 record of 248,000 miles.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The European Space Agency (ESA) successfully launched the first two In-Orbit Demonstrators (IOD)-1 and IOD-2 under its Celeste Mission from the Rocket Lab launch site, New Zealand, to demonstrate a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) navigation layer.

The mission aims to strengthen Europe’s satellite navigation system by complementing existing Galileo (Medium Earth Orbit - MEO) and EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service) systems, marking a shift towards a multi-layered navigation architecture.

Detailed Explanation:

The European Space Agency (ESA) successfully launched the first two In-Orbit Demonstrators (IOD)-1 and IOD-2 under its Celeste Mission from the Rocket Lab launch site, New Zealand, to demonstrate a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) navigation layer.

The mission aims to strengthen Europe’s satellite navigation system by complementing existing Galileo (Medium Earth Orbit - MEO) and EGNOS (European Geostationary Navigation Overlay Service) systems, marking a shift towards a multi-layered navigation architecture.

The primary objective of the Celeste Mission is to test a LEO-based Positioning, Navigation and Timing (PNT) system to improve the resilience, accuracy, and coverage of satellite navigation services.

Under the mission, two satellites named IOD-1 and IOD-2 were launched, weighing 20 kg and 30 kg respectively, and are operating in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) at an altitude of around 500–560 km.

The satellites were developed by GMV (Spain) and Thales Alenia Space (France), showcasing international collaboration in advanced space technology.

 

20) Answer: B

United Nations observes World Autism Awareness Day every year on 2 April to promote awareness about the rights, inclusion, and well being of persons with autism across the world.

World Autism Awareness Day 2026 was observed on 2 April 2026 with the theme “Autism and Humanity – Every Life Has Value”, highlighting the importance of dignity, equality, and inclusion of persons with autism in society.