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1) In 2026, India launched the first phase of a cross-border QR payment linkage with which country, enabling Indian travellers to use UPI to scan KHQR for payments?

(a) Thailand

(b) Cambodia

(c) Malaysia

(d) Indonesia

(e) Vietnam

 

2) In 2026, Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) launched a new premium credit card portfolio on which payment network platform?

(a) RuPay

(b) MasterCard

(c) Visa

(d) American Express

(e) Discover

 

3) In FY 2025–26, which country lost its position as the second-largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into India after changes in the India–Mauritius Tax Treaty framework?

(a) Singapore

(b) United States

(c) Japan

(d) Mauritius

(e) United Kingdom

4) In 2026, under the PM SVANidhi Scheme, street vendors who successfully repay the second loan tranche become eligible for which financial facility?

(a) Gold loan facility up to ₹1 lakh

(b) Insurance-linked savings account

(c) Direct equity support from banks

(d) Housing loan subsidy under PMAY

(e) RuPay Credit Card linked with UPI up to ₹30,000

5) In 2026, India will host the 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum in New Delhi under its BRICS Chairship. What is the theme of the Forum?

(a) Cities for Growth: BRICS Urban Expansion Strategy

(b) Smart Cities for Sustainable Development

(c) Urban India 2030: Innovation and Infrastructure

(d) Cities for People: BRICS Cooperation for Inclusive and Resilient Urban Futures

(e) BRICS Cities for Digital Transformation

 

6) With reference to India’s seafood exports in FY 2025–26, consider the following statements:

India’s seafood exports reached 19.72 million metric tonnes valued at ₹73,890.46 crore.

Frozen shrimp was the largest export item, contributing over 40% of total export volume.

Dried seafood was the fastest-growing segment in terms of export growth.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

(e) 2 only


 7) With reference to the Sagar Aankalan Award 2024–25 for port performance in India, consider the following statements:

Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla) received the award in the category “Handling of Container Cargo – less than 0.5 million TEUs.”

Mundra Port ranked first among ports handling more than 0.5 million TEUs in the Container Cargo category.

Paradip Port Authority secured the top position in the Liquid Bulk Cargo category.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

(e) 3 only

 

8) In 2026, Brajesh Kumar Singh was appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of which public sector bank?

(a) Punjab National Bank

(b) Canara Bank

(c) Indian Bank

(d) Bank of Baroda

(e) Union Bank of India

 

9) In 2026, Maj Gen Rachel Thomas assumed charge as the Additional Director General of which service in the Indian Armed Forces?

(a) Army Medical Corps

(b) Defence Nursing Service

(c) Armed Forces Medical Services Headquarters

(d) Military Nursing Service

(e) Indian Army Medical Branch

 

10) In 2026, Project UDAYAK of the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated its 37th Raising Day at which location in Assam?

(a) Tinsukia

(b) Tezpur

(c) Doomdooma

(d) Dibrugarh

(e) Silchar

 

11) In 2026, India signed a BrahMos missile export agreement with which country, making it the second overseas buyer of the system after the Philippines?

(a) Vietnam

(b) Indonesia

(c) Malaysia

(d) Thailand

(e) Sri Lanka

 

12) In 2026, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) inaugurated the Unilever Fragrance Hub (UFH) in collaboration with which institution?

(a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru

(b) Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT-D)

(c) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B)

(d) National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Mumbai

(e) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M)

 

13) In 2026, India’s first DORIS (Doppler Orbitography and Radiopositioning Integrated by Satellite) ground beacon was installed at which institution?

(a) ISRO Satellite Centre, Bengaluru

(b) IIT Delhi

(c) IIT Kanpur

(d) IISc Bengaluru

(e) IIT Bombay

 

14) In 2026, scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered a new lizard species named Mesalina bishnoi in which Indian state?

(a) Gujarat

(b) Punjab

(c) Haryana

(d) Madhya Pradesh

(e) Rajasthan

 

15) In 2026, Mahindra Manulife Insurance Limited (MMIL) was approved as a 50:50 joint venture between the Mahindra Group and which foreign financial corporation?

(a) Allianz SE

(b) Prudential plc

(c) Manulife Financial Corporation

(d) AXA Group

(e) MetLife Inc.

 

16) In 2026, which entity offloaded a 1.34% stake in One97 Communications (Paytm) through open market transactions worth approximately ₹963 crore?

(a) Goldman Sachs

(b) SAIF Partners

(c) SoftBank Group

(d) Temasek Holdings

(e) BlackRock

 

17) In 2026, the India–Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) entered into force on 1 June 2026. Which of the following best describes Oman’s tariff offer under the agreement?

(a) Zero-duty access on 85% of tariff lines

(b) Zero-duty access on 90% of tariff lines

(c) Zero-duty access on 95% of tariff lines

(d) Zero-duty access on 98.08% of tariff lines

(e) Zero-duty access on 100% of tariff lines

 

18) In June 2026, under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, the Central Government signed MoUs with which set of states/UTs to strengthen rural drinking water supply systems?

(a) Kerala, Goa, Bihar, Assam, Delhi

(b) Arunachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Nagaland, Puducherry

(c) Madhya Pradesh, Odisha, Gujarat, Punjab, Chandigarh

(d) Karnataka, West Bengal, Rajasthan, Himachal Pradesh, Ladakh

(e) Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, Telangana, Sikkim

 

19) In 2026, at the Under-17 Asian Wrestling Championships held in Da Nang, Vietnam, how many medals did India’s women’s wrestling team win in total?

(a) 8

(b) 9

(c) 10

(d) 11

(e) 12

 

20) In 2026, which country originally proposed to the United Nations the idea of holding an international conference on environmental issues, leading to the later establishment of World Environment Day (on June 5)?

(a) Norway

(b) Denmark

(c) Sweden

(d) Finland

(e) Switzerland

Answers:

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India and Cambodia launched the first phase of a cross-border QR payment linkage, enabling Indian users to make digital payments in Cambodia using Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

Under the arrangement, Indian travellers can use UPI-enabled applications to scan KHQR (Khmer QR), Cambodia’s national interoperable QR code system, for seamless payments.

The facility is available at more than 4.5 million merchant outlets across Cambodia, including tourist attractions, restaurants, retail stores, and other commercial establishments.

The initiative is being implemented by NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) in partnership with ACLEDA Bank Plc.

NIPL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and is responsible for the international expansion of UPI and RuPay.

Detailed Explanation:

India and Cambodia launched the first phase of a cross-border QR payment linkage, enabling Indian users to make digital payments in Cambodia using Unified Payments Interface (UPI).

Under the arrangement, Indian travellers can use UPI-enabled applications to scan KHQR (Khmer QR), Cambodia’s national interoperable QR code system, for seamless payments.

The facility is available at more than 4.5 million merchant outlets across Cambodia, including tourist attractions, restaurants, retail stores, and other commercial establishments.

The initiative is being implemented by NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) in partnership with ACLEDA Bank Plc.

NIPL is a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and is responsible for the international expansion of UPI and RuPay.

In the second phase, Cambodian visitors will be able to make payments at UPI-enabled merchant locations across India using their Cambodian banking and payment applications.

 

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Karur Vysya Bank Limited (KVB) launched a new premium credit card portfolio on the Visa platform to strengthen its offerings for affluent and lifestyle-focused customers.

The newly launched portfolio consists of four credit card variants: Aura (Visa Platinum), Samara (Visa Signature), Altura (Visa Infinite), and Eternis (Visa Infinite).

The initiative is part of KVB’s strategy to expand its presence in the premium banking and lifestyle segment and cater to the evolving needs of high-value customers.

Detailed Explanation:

Karur Vysya Bank Limited (KVB) launched a new premium credit card portfolio on the Visa platform to strengthen its offerings for affluent and lifestyle-focused customers.

The newly launched portfolio consists of four credit card variants: Aura (Visa Platinum), Samara (Visa Signature), Altura (Visa Infinite), and Eternis (Visa Infinite).

The initiative is part of KVB’s strategy to expand its presence in the premium banking and lifestyle segment and cater to the evolving needs of high-value customers.

The credit cards are targeted at emerging affluent and affluent customers, including salaried professionals, self-employed individuals, and business owners.

The cards provide benefits across multiple categories such as travel, dining, entertainment, online shopping, lifestyle services, airport lounge access, hotel partnerships, rewards programmes, OTT subscriptions, and foreign transactions.

The initiative strengthens cross-border digital payment connectivity, promotes tourism, and enhances financial integration between India and Cambodia.

UPI (Unified Payments Interface) is already operational in eight countries: Bhutan, Nepal, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Mauritius, France, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

NPCI is also exploring bilateral UPI linkages with Indonesia, Malaysia, and Thailand.

Future plans include operationalising UPI in Japan, Maldives, and Greece.

International UPI transaction volume crossed the one million mark for the first time in FY26.

 

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The United States (US) overtook Mauritius to become the second-largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into India in FY 2025-26.

Singapore remained the largest source of FDI into India, accounting for nearly one-third of India's total equity inflows.

Equity inflows from the United States more than doubled to over USD 11 billion in FY 2025-26.

Following amendments to the India–Mauritius Tax Treaty, Singapore emerged as the most preferred investment route for investments into India.

Mauritius lost its position as the second-largest FDI source after changes in the tax treaty framework.

Detailed Explanation:

The United States (US) overtook Mauritius to become the second-largest source of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) into India in FY 2025-26.

Singapore remained the largest source of FDI into India, accounting for nearly one-third of India's total equity inflows.

Equity inflows from the United States more than doubled to over USD 11 billion in FY 2025-26.

Following amendments to the India–Mauritius Tax Treaty, Singapore emerged as the most preferred investment route for investments into India.

Mauritius lost its position as the second-largest FDI source after changes in the tax treaty framework.

Japan recorded strong growth in FDI inflows, mainly driven by investments in the Financial Services Sector.

Computer Hardware and Software emerged as the largest recipient sector of FDI, surpassing the Services Sector.

Increased investments in Data Centres and Digital Infrastructure were the major reasons for the rise in FDI inflows into the Computer Hardware and Software Sector.

 

4) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme completed six years of operation in June 2026.

The scheme was launched on 1 June 2020 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs as a first-of-its-kind micro-credit initiative for street vendors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,

Street vendors successfully repaying the second loan tranche are eligible for Unified Payments Interface-linked RuPay Credit Cards with limits up to ₹30,000,

Detailed Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s AtmaNirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme completed six years of operation in June 2026.

The scheme was launched on 1 June 2020 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs as a first-of-its-kind micro-credit initiative for street vendors affected by the COVID-19 pandemic,

Since its launch, more than 1.12 crore loans worth over ₹17,800 crore have been disbursed to more than 75.5 lakh beneficiaries across cities and towns.

The scheme provides collateral-free working capital loans in three progressive tranches of ₹15,000, ₹25,000 and ₹50,000.

Beneficiaries receive interest subsidy and credit guarantee support, while timely repayment makes them eligible for higher loan tranches,

Street vendors successfully repaying the second loan tranche are eligible for Unified Payments Interface-linked RuPay Credit Cards with limits up to ₹30,000,

More than 55 lakh beneficiaries have been digitally onboarded under the scheme,

The SVANidhi se Samriddhi sub-component undertakes socio-economic profiling of beneficiaries and their families,

5) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India will host the 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum on 11–12 June 2026 in New Delhi.

The announcement was made by Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal,

The theme of the Forum is “Cities for People: BRICS Cooperation for Inclusive and Resilient Urban Futures”,

Detailed Explanation:

India will host the 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum on 11–12 June 2026 in New Delhi.

The announcement was made by Union Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal,

The theme of the Forum is “Cities for People: BRICS Cooperation for Inclusive and Resilient Urban Futures”,

The Forum is a key ministerial event under India’s BRICS Chairship 2026, guided by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Humanity First”,

India’s BRICS Chairship theme is “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability”,

With the 2026 edition, India will host the BRICS Urbanisation Forum for the fourth time,

The Forum focuses on Inclusive Urban Development, Climate and Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure, Stronger Municipal Institutions, and Digital Innovation for Better Urban Governance,

 

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India’s seafood exports reached an all-time high in Financial Year 2025-26, recording 19,72,018 Metric Tonnes valued at ₹73,890.46 crore (8.46 billion United States dollars).

Frozen shrimp accounted for 40.19% of total export volume and 66.52% of total export earnings in dollar terms.

Frozen fish was the second-largest export item, with exports worth ₹5,658.37 crore (643.70 million United States dollars) and volume increasing 4.68% to 3,55,581 Metric Tonnes.

Dried seafood emerged as the fastest-growing segment, with exports increasing 62.25% in volume to 4,10,410 Metric Tonnes and 69.46% in dollar value to 577.44 million United States dollars.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s seafood exports reached an all-time high in Financial Year 2025-26, recording 19,72,018 Metric Tonnes valued at ₹73,890.46 crore (8.46 billion United States dollars).

The exports registered a year-on-year growth of 16.13% in volume, 18.4% in rupee value and 13.44% in dollar value.

The achievement was announced by Marine Products Export Development Authority Chairman P. Jawahar.

The unit value per kilogram declined by 2.31% in dollar terms.

Frozen shrimp remained the leading export item, contributing 7,92,647 Metric Tonnes valued at ₹49,037.93 crore (5,624.48 million United States dollars).

Frozen shrimp accounted for 40.19% of total export volume and 66.52% of total export earnings in dollar terms.

Frozen fish was the second-largest export item, with exports worth ₹5,658.37 crore (643.70 million United States dollars) and volume increasing 4.68% to 3,55,581 Metric Tonnes.

Dried seafood emerged as the fastest-growing segment, with exports increasing 62.25% in volume to 4,10,410 Metric Tonnes and 69.46% in dollar value to 577.44 million United States dollars.

About Marine Products Export Development Authority

Headquarters: Kochi, Kerala,

Chairman: P. Jawahar,

Parent Ministry: Ministry of Commerce and Industry

Established: 1972.

 

7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla received the Sagar Aankalan Award as the best-performing port under the category “Handling of Container Cargo – Less than 0.5 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units” for Financial Year 2024-25.

Paradip Port Authority emerged as the top performer in the Dry Bulk Cargo category among ports handling more than 5 million tonnes of cargo,

Sikka Port and Terminals ranked first in the Liquid Bulk Cargo category.

Visakhapatnam Port Authority secured the second position in handling liquid bulk cargo among ports handling 5 million tonnes and above.

Detailed Explanation:

Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla received the Sagar Aankalan Award as the best-performing port under the category “Handling of Container Cargo – Less than 0.5 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units” for Financial Year 2024-25.

The award was received by Deputy Chairman Nilabhra Dasgupta in Mumbai.

Paradip Port Authority emerged as the top performer in the Dry Bulk Cargo category among ports handling more than 5 million tonnes of cargo,

Paradip Port Authority also secured the third position in India for Container Cargo Performance.

Sikka Port and Terminals ranked first in the Liquid Bulk Cargo category.

Visakhapatnam Port Authority secured the second position in handling liquid bulk cargo among ports handling 5 million tonnes and above.

Mundra Port emerged as the highest-ranked port in the Container Cargo category among ports handling more than 0.5 million Twenty-foot Equivalent Units.

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority secured the second position among major container ports in the same category.

 

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Brajesh Kumar Singh has assumed charge as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Canara Bank following his appointment by the Central Government of India.

Prior to this appointment, he served as Executive Director of Indian Bank from March 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

Brajesh Kumar Singh has assumed charge as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Canara Bank following his appointment by the Central Government of India.

Prior to this appointment, he served as Executive Director of Indian Bank from March 2024.

His tenure as MD & CEO of Canara Bank will continue until 30 April 2029, the date of his superannuation, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

The position of MD & CEO of Canara Bank had remained vacant since the retirement of K. Satyanarayana Raju in December 2025.

Brajesh Kumar Singh is an Agriculture Graduate from Allahabad Agricultural Institute.

9) Answer: D

Maj Gen Rachel Thomas assumed charge as the Additional Director General, Military Nursing Service (MNS) on June 01, 2026.

She succeeds Maj Gen Lissamma PV, who superannuated on May 31, 2026 after four decades of distinguished service to the nation.

Maj Gen Rachel Thomas was commissioned into the Military Nursing Service (MNS) on June 01, 1988, marking the beginning of her long and distinguished military nursing career

 

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated the 37th Raising Day of Project UDAYAK on 01 June 2026 at Doomdooma, Assam, marking more than three decades of service in developing strategic infrastructure in North-East India.

Project UDAYAK is entrusted with the development and maintenance of over 1,457 km of road network in the easternmost parts of Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam.

The project's area of responsibility includes the districts of Anjaw, Lohit, Dibang Valley, Longding, Tirap, and Changlang, making it one of the most strategically important BRO projects in the North-East.

Detailed Explanation:

Border Roads Organisation (BRO) celebrated the 37th Raising Day of Project UDAYAK on 01 June 2026 at Doomdooma, Assam, marking more than three decades of service in developing strategic infrastructure in North-East India.

Project UDAYAK is entrusted with the development and maintenance of over 1,457 km of road network in the easternmost parts of Arunachal Pradesh and parts of Assam.

The project's area of responsibility includes the districts of Anjaw, Lohit, Dibang Valley, Longding, Tirap, and Changlang, making it one of the most strategically important BRO projects in the North-East.

Project UDAYAK plays a crucial role in enhancing connectivity along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and the Indo–Myanmar Border, thereby strengthening national security and border infrastructure.

The project is currently engaged in the construction of strategic roads and border fencing infrastructure along the India–Myanmar border, improving accessibility in remote border regions.

In 2025, Project UDAYAK completed 12 bridges, one road, and one helipad, all of which were inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

11) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Government of India (GoI) signed a BrahMos missile export agreement with Vietnam worth approximately Rs 60 billion (USD 629 million), marking a significant milestone in India's defence exports.

The agreement further strengthens India–Vietnam bilateral defence and strategic cooperation, particularly in the field of maritime and regional security.

The announcement was made by Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Defence (MoD), during the Shangri-La Dialogue held in Singapore.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India (GoI) signed a BrahMos missile export agreement with Vietnam worth approximately Rs 60 billion (USD 629 million), marking a significant milestone in India's defence exports.

The agreement further strengthens India–Vietnam bilateral defence and strategic cooperation, particularly in the field of maritime and regional security.

The announcement was made by Rajesh Kumar Singh, Secretary, Ministry of Defence (MoD), during the Shangri-La Dialogue held in Singapore.

The Shangri-La Dialogue is an annual security summit organized by the International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS).

The BrahMos export contract includes the supply of BrahMos missile systems, along with training, maintenance assistance, and logistical support.

Vietnam has become the second overseas buyer of the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile system, enhancing India's position as a global defence exporter.

The Philippines was the first foreign customer of the BrahMos missile after signing a USD 375 million deal with India in 2022.

About Vietnam :

Prime Minister : Lê Minh Hưng

Capital : Hanoi

Currency : Vietnamese đồng

 

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India’s largest Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) inaugurated the Unilever Fragrance Hub (UFH) at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) campus in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The newly inaugurated UFH is the third global Unilever Fragrance Hub, following similar facilities in the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States of America (USA).

Detailed Explanation:

India’s largest Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) company, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) inaugurated the Unilever Fragrance Hub (UFH) at the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) campus in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The newly inaugurated UFH is the third global Unilever Fragrance Hub, following similar facilities in the United Kingdom (UK) and the United States of America (USA).

The facility has been established under HUL’s EUR 100 million investment programme, aimed at strengthening in-house, digitally enabled fragrance creation capabilities.

The Unilever Fragrance Hub has been developed with an estimated investment of Rs 95 crore.

The centre integrates consumer insights, advanced scientific research, and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive innovation in fragrance development across multiple product categories.

The facility will support the creation of next-generation fragrances by combining data-driven insights, sensory science, and AI-powered innovation tools.

 

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has become the host of India’s first DORIS (Doppler Orbitography and Radiopositioning Integrated by Satellite) ground beacon, joining a global network of high-precision geodetic stations.

DORIS is a French satellite tracking and positioning system used to determine satellite position and velocity with centimetre-level accuracy.

The DORIS ground beacon at IIT Kanpur is part of the worldwide network of DORIS ground stations that support precise satellite orbit determination.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) has become the host of India’s first DORIS (Doppler Orbitography and Radiopositioning Integrated by Satellite) ground beacon, joining a global network of high-precision geodetic stations.

DORIS is a French satellite tracking and positioning system used to determine satellite position and velocity with centimetre-level accuracy.

The DORIS ground beacon at IIT Kanpur is part of the worldwide network of DORIS ground stations that support precise satellite orbit determination.

DORIS works on the principle of the Doppler Effect, where changes in signal frequency caused by the movement of a satellite are used to calculate its exact position and speed.

Satellites equipped with DORIS receivers use signals transmitted from ground beacons to determine their location with extremely high precision.

The system measures Doppler frequency shifts from multiple beacons around the world to calculate satellite position and velocity accurately.

IIT Kanpur was selected by the International DORIS Service (IDS) in 2022 due to its strategic location on the Indian tectonic plate and its expertise in space geodesy.

 

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered a new lizard species named Mesalina bishnoi near Gajner, Bikaner district, Rajasthan.

The discovery marks the first confirmed record of the genus Mesalina in India, making it an important addition to the country's reptile biodiversity.

The species was discovered during field surveys conducted in August 2025 and was formally validated through morphological and genetic analysis.

Detailed Explanation:

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered a new lizard species named Mesalina bishnoi near Gajner, Bikaner district, Rajasthan.

The discovery marks the first confirmed record of the genus Mesalina in India, making it an important addition to the country's reptile biodiversity.

The species was discovered during field surveys conducted in August 2025 and was formally validated through morphological and genetic analysis.

Mesalina bishnoi belongs to the family Lacertidae and is classified as an arid-adapted lacertid lizard suited to desert environments.

The species was named in honour of the Bishnoi community in recognition of its long-standing commitment to environmental conservation and wildlife protection.

Mesalina bishnoi is a small, fast-moving, diurnal (day-active) lizard with a snout-vent length of approximately 39.2 millimetres (mm).

The species was discovered in the Thar biogeographic province (Thar Desert) of Rajasthan, highlighting the rich but often underexplored biodiversity of the desert ecosystem.

 

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) approved the incorporation of Mahindra Manulife Insurance Limited (MMIL), a new life insurance joint venture between the Mahindra Group and Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC).

MMIL has been established as a 50:50 joint venture between India's Mahindra Group and Canada's Manulife Financial Corporation.

The company aims to provide AI-native, digitally-led insurance solutions across rural, semi-urban, and urban India in line with the vision of “Insurance for All.”

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) approved the incorporation of Mahindra Manulife Insurance Limited (MMIL), a new life insurance joint venture between the Mahindra Group and Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC).

MMIL has been established as a 50:50 joint venture between India's Mahindra Group and Canada's Manulife Financial Corporation.

The company aims to provide AI-native, digitally-led insurance solutions across rural, semi-urban, and urban India in line with the vision of “Insurance for All.”

The joint venture combines Mahindra's extensive domestic distribution network with Manulife's global expertise in insurance product innovation, underwriting, and agency-led distribution.

Suresh Agarwal has been appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)-designate of Mahindra Manulife Insurance Limited (MMIL).

MMIL is positioned as an AI-native, customer-first insurer, leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI), data-driven underwriting, and digital engagement platforms to improve insurance accessibility and customer experience.

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Global investment banks and Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) acquired a 1.34% stake in One97 Communications (Paytm) through open market transactions worth approximately ₹963 crore.

The stake sale was carried out by SAIF Partners through its affiliates SAIF III Mauritius Company Ltd and SAIF Partners India IV Ltd.

SAIF Partners offloaded a combined 80.08 lakh shares of Paytm through the open market transaction.

Detailed Explanation:

Global investment banks and Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) acquired a 1.34% stake in One97 Communications (Paytm) through open market transactions worth approximately ₹963 crore.

One97 Communications Limited is the parent company of Paytm, one of India's leading fintech and digital payments platforms.

Major foreign institutional buyers included Goldman Sachs, Societe Generale, BNP Paribas, Citigroup Global Markets, Ghisallo Capital Management, Copthall Mauritius Investment, and Viridian Asset Management.

Among domestic institutional investors, Sundaram Mutual Fund, Nippon India Mutual Fund, Edelweiss Mutual Fund, and India Acorn ICAV participated in the share purchase.

The stake sale was carried out by SAIF Partners through its affiliates SAIF III Mauritius Company Ltd and SAIF Partners India IV Ltd.

SAIF Partners offloaded a combined 80.08 lakh shares of Paytm through the open market transaction.

 

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) entered into force on 1 June 2026.

The agreement was signed on 18 December 2025 in Muscat in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,

Oman has offered zero-duty access on 98.08% of its tariff lines, covering 99.38% of India’s exports to Oman, with benefits effective from Day One,

Detailed Explanation:

The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) entered into force on 1 June 2026.

The agreement was signed on 18 December 2025 in Muscat in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi,

The agreement was operationalised in New Delhi in the presence of Union Minister Piyush Goyal and Issa Saleh Al Shibani, Ambassador of Oman to India,

The first consignments of agriculture products and gems and jewellery exports availing preferential tariff benefits were flagged off from Mumbai, Kolkata and Chennai,

The India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement is India’s second Free Trade Agreement signed within six months after the India–United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement,

Oman has offered zero-duty access on 98.08% of its tariff lines, covering 99.38% of India’s exports to Oman, with benefits effective from Day One,

About Oman

Capital: Muscat,

Currency: Omani Rial,

Prime Minister: Sultan Haitham bin Tarik,

Ambassador of Oman to India: Issa Saleh Al Shibani,

 

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Central Government has signed Memorandums of Understanding with Arunachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Nagaland and the Union Territory of Puducherry under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0,

The initiative aims to strengthen safe drinking water supply across rural India,

The reform-linked Memorandums of Understanding promote a Gram Panchayat-led, service-based and community-centred approach to rural water governance,

Detailed Explanation:

The Central Government has signed Memorandums of Understanding with Arunachal Pradesh, Jharkhand, Tamil Nadu, Nagaland and the Union Territory of Puducherry under Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0,

The initiative aims to strengthen safe drinking water supply across rural India,

The reform-linked Memorandums of Understanding promote a Gram Panchayat-led, service-based and community-centred approach to rural water governance,

The initiative is aligned with the objectives of Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, which seeks to ensure that every rural household receives quality drinking water in adequate quantity on a regular basis,

The mission emphasizes community participation and local ownership in managing rural water supply systems,

In March 2026, the Union Cabinet approved the extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission up to December 2028,

The extended mission has an enhanced total financial outlay of ₹8.69 lakh crore,

The new phase, known as Jal Jeevan Mission 2.0, aims to provide Functional Household Tap Connections to all 19.36 crore rural households by December 2028,

 

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India’s women’s wrestling team won a total of 10 medals at the Under-17 Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 held in Da Nang, Vietnam.

The medal tally included 2 gold medals, 3 silver medals and 5 bronze medals,

With medals in all weight categories contested by Indian wrestlers, the team achieved a 100% podium success rate,

Detailed Explanation:

India’s women’s wrestling team won a total of 10 medals at the Under-17 Asian Wrestling Championships 2026 held in Da Nang, Vietnam.

The medal tally included 2 gold medals, 3 silver medals and 5 bronze medals,

With medals in all weight categories contested by Indian wrestlers, the team achieved a 100% podium success rate,

Diksha won the gold medal in the 43-kilogram category,

Garima secured the gold medal in the 73-kilogram category,

Nikita (49 kilogram), Antra (65 kilogram) and Taniya (69 kilogram) won silver medals,

Palak (40 kilogram), Anamika (46 kilogram), Akshra (53 kilogram), Sakshi (57 kilogram) and Manya (61 kilogram) secured bronze medals,

The performance highlighted India's growing strength in women’s wrestling at the junior international level,

 

20) Answer: C

World Environment Day 2026 is observed globally on 5 June 2026.

The day is dedicated to raising awareness about environmental protection and sustainable development.

It highlights key environmental challenges such as deforestation, climate change, biodiversity loss, pollution and ecosystem degradation,

In 1968, Sweden proposed to the United Nations the idea of holding an international conference focused on environmental issues,