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1) Which entity, in consultation with the Government of India, announced that loans sanctioned by banks to NCDC for on-lending to cooperative societies will be eligible for priority sector lending (PSL) classification effective January 19, 2026?

(a) Ministry of Finance 

(b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) 

(c) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) 

(d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 

(e) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)

2) Which of the following statements about Gross NPAs of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) is incorrect?

(a) The gross NPA ratio of SCBs declined to a historic low of 2.15% as on 30 September 2025.

(b) The NPA level in September 2025 is lower than the level recorded in 2010–11.

(c) Foreign Banks recorded the highest gross NPA ratio among all bank groups in September 2025.

(d) The decline in NPAs is linked to RBI’s Asset Quality Review (AQR) of 2015.

(e) The Government adopted a 4R strategy to improve asset quality.

3) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the Lending to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) Sector (Amendment) Directions, 2026 on 9 February 2026. Which of the following statements is correct?

(a) The Directions were issued only under the RBI Act, 1934.

(b) The collateral-free loan limit under PMEGP has been reduced to ₹10 lakh.

(c) Banks cannot increase the collateral-free loan limit beyond the RBI ceiling.

(d) The collateral-free loan limit for MSEs under PMEGP has been raised to ₹20 lakh.

(e) The Directions apply only to foreign banks.

4) As of 2026, Financial Literacy Week (FLW) is observed every year by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). What is the theme of FLW 2026?

(a) Digital India – Secure Payments

(b) KYC – Your First Step to Safe Banking

(c) Banking for All

(d) Financial Inclusion for Women

(e) Know Your Money

5) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently allowed banks to lend directly to which of the following entities to deepen credit access for the real estate sector?

(a) Housing Finance Companies (HFCs)

(b) Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs)

(c) Real Estate Mutual Funds

(d) Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs)

(e) Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)

6) As of 2026, Transcorp International Limited received in-principle approval from the RBI to participate in which system, enabling it to operate Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) services?

(a) Unified Payments Interface (UPI)

(b) Centralised Payment Systems (CPS)

(c) Core Banking Solution (CBS)

(d) National Payments Corporation Platform (NPCP)

(e) Indian Clearing Corporation (ICC)

7) In 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Malaysia in February 2026 aimed at strengthening which bilateral framework between India and Malaysia?

(a) Free Trade Agreement (FTA)

(b) Look East Policy

(c) Indo-Pacific Economic Framework (IPEF)

(d) ASEAN Economic Community (AEC)

(e) Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP)

8) Which hydropower project was discussed by India and Bhutan for commercial optimization of power output during their recent power sector review?

(a) Tala Hydroelectric Project

(b) Chukha Hydroelectric Project

(c) Mangdechhu Hydroelectric Project

(d) Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project

(e) Kholongchhu Hydroelectric Project


9) Which global initiative on critical minerals, supported by India, was highlighted by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar at the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington DC?

(a) Global Mineral Security Alliance (GMSA)

(b) International Resource Cooperation Forum (IRCF)

(c) FORGE (Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement)

(d) Critical Supply Chain Initiative (CSCI)

(e) Strategic Minerals Partnership (SMP)


10) As of 2026, ‘Padhai with AI’, a district-level digital education programme integrating Artificial Intelligence into public education, was launched in which Indian state?

(a) Uttarakhand

(b) Himachal Pradesh

(c) Haryana

(d) Punjab

(e) Rajasthan

11) Which district became India’s first to achieve 100% insurance coverage under the ‘Insurance for All by 2047’ roadmap?

(a) Alwar (Rajasthan)

(b) Jhunjhunu (Rajasthan)

(c) Kota (Rajasthan)

(d) Ajmer (Rajasthan)

(e) Bikaner (Rajasthan)

12) As of 2026, Black Swan Summit India 2026 was inaugurated in which Indian city,under the BharatNetra Initiative?

(a) Hyderabad

(b) Bengaluru

(c) Pune

(d) New Delhi

(e) Bhubaneswar

13) Who launched the 2 nanometre (nm) semiconductor chip designed by Qualcomm in Bengaluru?

(a) Narendra Modi

(b) Ashwini Vaishnaw

(c) Piyush Goyal

(d) Rajeev Chandrasekhar

(e) Nandan Nilekani

14) As of 2026, Airports Authority of India (AAI) signed an MoU with which organisation to improve last-mile connectivity at select airports?

(a) Ola Cabs

(b) Uber India

(c) Bharat Taxi

(d) Meru Cabs

(e) Rapido

15) Who won Thailand’s general election 2026 and continued as caretaker Prime Minister of the country?

(a) Paetongtarn Shinawatra

(b) Prayut Chan-o-cha

(c) Thaksin Shinawatra

(d) Anutin Charnvirakul

(e) Srettha Thavisin

16) Which political party secured a landmark victory in Japan’s snap general elections by winning 316 seats in the 465-member Lower House?

(a) Democratic Party of Japan

(b) Liberal Democratic Party (LDP)

(c) Komeito

(d) Japanese Communist Party

(e) Constitutional Democratic Party

17) As of 2026, INS Sudarshini’s trans-oceanic voyage Lokayan 26 aims to showcase which of the following?

(a) India’s naval combat strength

(b) India’s space technology capabilities

(c) India’s maritime heritage and Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam philosophy

(d) India’s trade and logistics corridors

(e) India’s submarine warfare strategy

18) In 2026, Zoological Survey of India Researchers Discover Two New Marine Polychaete Worm Species in West Bengal’s Digha and Bankiput belong to which family?

(a) Lumbricidae

(b) Arenicolidae

(c) Hirudinidae

(d) Tubificidae

(e) Nereididae

19) Where was the final of the SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship 2026 played, in which India defeated Bangladesh 4–0?

(a) Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar

(b) Dasarath Rangasala, Kathmandu

(c) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Guwahati

(d) Pokhara Rangasala Stadium, Nepal

(e) Bangabandhu National Stadium, Dhaka

20) Which Indian shooter won a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air rifle event at the Asian Shooting Championships 2026 while being eight months pregnant?

(a) Apurvi Chandela

(b) Elavenil Valarivan

(c) Meghana Sajjanar

(d) Anjum Moudgil

(e) Sift Kaur Samra

21) Who became the youngest Indian cricketer to score the highest individual score in an ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup final with a record 175 runs?

(a) Vaibhav Sooryavanshi

(b) Yash Dhull

(c) Shubman Gill

(d) Raj Bawa

(e) Prithvi Shaw

22) The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a cash reward for the India U-19 Men’s Cricket Team after their victory in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026. What was the total reward amount?

(a) ₹5 crore

(b) ₹6.5 crore

(c) ₹7.5 crore

(d) ₹10 crore

(e) ₹12 crore

23) Which of the following observances is not celebrated on 10th February 2026?

(a) National Deworming Day

(b) World Day of the Sick

(c) World Pulses Day

(d) Safer Internet Day

(e) All of the above

24) As of 2026, International Epilepsy Day is observed on which day?

(a) Second Monday of February

(b) First Monday of February

(c) Third Monday of February

(d) Fourth Monday of February

(e) Last Monday of February

25) The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is observed on which date?

(a) 10th February

(b) 12th February

(c) 11th February

(d) 8th March

(e) 15th February

Answers:

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in consultation with the Government of India, announced that loans sanctioned by banks to the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) w.e.f. January 19, 2026, for on-lending to cooperative societies are eligible for classification as priority sector lending (PSL) under the respective categories.

The priority sector lending (PSL) classification applies to banks other than Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs), Small Finance Banks (SFBs), and Local Area Banks (LABs).

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in consultation with the Government of India, announced that loans sanctioned by banks to the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) w.e.f. January 19, 2026, for on-lending to cooperative societies are eligible for classification as priority sector lending (PSL) under the respective categories.

The priority sector lending (PSL) classification applies to banks other than Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs), Small Finance Banks (SFBs), and Local Area Banks (LABs).

NCDC is a statutory corporation under the Ministry of Cooperation that provides financial assistance to Cooperatives and contributes directly to accelerating the growth of the cooperative movement.

The Government of India and RBI have taken multiple measures to strengthen cooperative banks in terms of financial health, governance, digital inclusion, deposit security, credit availability, and prudent regulation.

Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) have been allowed to open new branches to expand their operations.

Housing loan limits for UCBs have been increased from 10% to 25% of their total loans and advances.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The gross NPA ratio of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) has continuously declined over the last eight financial years, reaching a historic low of 2.15% as on 30 September 2025, lower than the 2010–11 level.

As of September 2025, gross NPA ratios were: Public Sector Banks (PSBs) – 2.50%, Private Sector Banks (PVBs) – 1.73%, and Foreign Banks – 0.80%, with PSBs showing a sharper decline since March 2018.

Detailed Explanation:

The gross NPA ratio of Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) has continuously declined over the last eight financial years, reaching a historic low of 2.15% as on 30 September 2025, lower than the 2010–11 level.

As of September 2025, gross NPA ratios were: Public Sector Banks (PSBs) – 2.50%, Private Sector Banks (PVBs) – 1.73%, and Foreign Banks – 0.80%, with PSBs showing a sharper decline since March 2018.

The decline in NPAs followed the Asset Quality Review (AQR) initiated by RBI in 2015 and the Government’s 4R strategy: Recognition, Resolution, Recapitalisation, and Reforms, which improved asset quality and banking sector stability.

3) Answer: D

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the Lending to micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) Sector (Amendment) Directions, 2026 on 9 February 2026, under Sections 21 and 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

Collateral-free loan limit for Micro and Small Enterprises (MSEs) under the Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP) administered by KVIC has been raised to ₹20 lakh.

Banks may further increase the collateral-free loan limit to ₹25 lakh under their internal credit policies, subject to borrower performance and financial strength.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been observing Financial Literacy Week (FLW) annually since 2016 to promote financial awareness among citizens.

FLW 2026 is being observed from February 9 to 13, 2026 on the theme: “KYC – Your First Step to Safe Banking / सुरक्षित बैंकिंग की ओर पहला कदम”.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra inaugurated FLW 2026 and emphasized the critical role of KYC in ensuring safe, secure, and inclusive banking.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been observing Financial Literacy Week (FLW) annually since 2016 to promote financial awareness among citizens.

FLW 2026 is being observed from February 9 to 13, 2026 on the theme: “KYC – Your First Step to Safe Banking / सुरक्षित बैंकिंग की ओर पहला कदम”.

RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra inaugurated FLW 2026 and emphasized the critical role of KYC in ensuring safe, secure, and inclusive banking.

Banks and stakeholders have been urged to simplify and promote KYC and re-KYC compliance among customers.

The Central KYC Records Registry (CKYCR) was highlighted as a key tool to simplify customer onboarding and strengthen financial inclusion.

RBI Regional Offices, including Panaji, coordinated with banks to support nationwide campaigns on financial inclusion schemes, including re-KYC for uninterrupted banking services.

5) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has allowed banks to lend directly to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) with prudential safeguards to deepen credit access for the real estate sector.

Earlier, banks were barred from lending to REITs, though lending to Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) was permitted; existing InvIT norms will now be harmonised with REIT safeguards.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has allowed banks to lend directly to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) with prudential safeguards to deepen credit access for the real estate sector.

Earlier, banks were barred from lending to REITs, though lending to Infrastructure Investment Trusts (InvITs) was permitted; existing InvIT norms will now be harmonised with REIT safeguards.

REITs and InvITs were conceptualised in India to free up banks’ funds in completed and operational real estate and infrastructure projects by refinancing exposures with pooled funds of institutions and retail investors.

At present, there are five listed REITs in India – Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Embassy Office Parks REIT, Mindspace Business Parks REIT, Nexus Select Trust, and Knowledge Realty Trust.

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Transcorp International Limited received in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to participate in Centralized Payment Systems (CPS), marking a major development in its banking services infrastructure.

Following the RBI authorization, Transcorp can hold and operate a bank account at RBI and be allotted its own Indian Financial System Code (IFSC).

Detailed Explanation:

Transcorp International Limited received in-principle approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to participate in Centralized Payment Systems (CPS), marking a major development in its banking services infrastructure.

Following the RBI authorization, Transcorp can hold and operate a bank account at RBI and be allotted its own Indian Financial System Code (IFSC).

The CPS authorization, usually granted to banks, allows Transcorp to develop and operate its payment ecosystem with Real Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) and National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) capabilities, following RBI guidelines.

Participation in CPS will enhance payment ecosystem independence, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance, while enabling secure and technology-driven payment solutions.

Transcorp reported 49% profitability growth for the quarter and 67% growth for the 9-month period ending December 31, 2025, compared to the previous year.

7) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Malaysia on a two-day official trip from February 7–8, 2026, at the invitation of Malaysian PM Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

This was PM Modi’s third official visit to Malaysia, reinforcing the longstanding diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.

During the visit, PM Modi and PM Anwar Ibrahim held restricted and delegation-level meetings, deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) established in 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Malaysia on a two-day official trip from February 7–8, 2026, at the invitation of Malaysian PM Dato’ Seri Anwar Ibrahim.

This was PM Modi’s third official visit to Malaysia, reinforcing the longstanding diplomatic and economic ties between the two nations.

During the visit, PM Modi and PM Anwar Ibrahim held restricted and delegation-level meetings, deepening the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP) established in 2024.

Both leaders reviewed cooperation across sectors including trade and investment, defense and security, digital economy, Artificial Intelligence (AI) & semiconductors, infrastructure development, clean energy, tourism, education, health, and maritime cooperation.

PM Modi attended the 10th India-Malaysia CEO Forum in Kuala Lumpur to discuss trade, investment, and economic cooperation.


8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India and Bhutan reviewed and reaffirmed their long-standing partnership in the power sector, focusing on hydropower, cross-border transmission, and future energy cooperation.

Indo-Bhutan hydropower cooperation began in 1961, followed by the Agreement on Hydroelectric Power Cooperation in 2006.

Both countries discussed the commercial optimization of power output from the Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (1020 MW).

Detailed Explanation:

India and Bhutan reviewed and reaffirmed their long-standing partnership in the power sector, focusing on hydropower, cross-border transmission, and future energy cooperation.

Indo-Bhutan hydropower cooperation began in 1961, followed by the Agreement on Hydroelectric Power Cooperation in 2006.

Both countries discussed the commercial optimization of power output from the Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project (1020 MW).

Punatsangchhu-II Hydroelectric Project is a 1020 MW run-of-the-river project located in the Wangdue Phodrang district of Bhutan on the right bank of the Punatsangchhu River.

The project is developed by the Punatsangchhu II Hydroelectric Project Authority under an Inter-Government Agreement (IGA) between the Royal Government of Bhutan and Government of India.

The project is funded by Government of India with 30% grant and 70% loan at 10% annual interest, repayable in 30 equated semi-annual installments starting one year after the mean date of operation.

9) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the risks of excessive concentration of critical minerals and stressed the need to de-risk global supply chains through structured international cooperation.

India expressed support for the FORGE (Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement) initiative, a global platform to strengthen international cooperation on critical minerals, chaired by South Korea until June 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar highlighted the risks of excessive concentration of critical minerals and stressed the need to de-risk global supply chains through structured international cooperation.

Addressing the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington DC, he conveyed India’s support for the FORGE initiative on critical minerals.

Dr. Jaishankar outlined India’s domestic efforts to build resilience, including the National Critical Minerals Mission, Rare Earth Corridors, and promotion of responsible commerce.

India expressed support for the FORGE (Forum on Resource, Geostrategic Engagement) initiative, a global platform to strengthen international cooperation on critical minerals, chaired by South Korea until June 2026.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched ‘Padhai with AI’ at Barthin in Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh.
• The initiative focuses on integrating Artificial Intelligence into public education, especially for competitive and government exam aspirants.
• ‘Padhai with AI’ is a district-level digital education programme developed for students of Bilaspur district.
• The platform uses AI-based tools to provide structured learning content, exam-oriented material, and personalised academic support.
• The programme aims to bridge learning gaps for students who lack access to quality coaching, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas.
• The initiative ensures equal access to education, allowing students to learn anytime and anywhere through a fully digital ecosystem.
• Continuous academic counselling is a key feature, helping students improve subject understanding and adopt effective preparation strategies.
• The platform reduces dependence on expensive private coaching institutes, promoting inclusive education.
• The programme has been implemented by the Bilaspur district administration with institutional support from NTPC.

Detailed Explanation:

Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched ‘Padhai with AI’ at Barthin in Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh.
• The initiative focuses on integrating Artificial Intelligence into public education, especially for competitive and government exam aspirants.
• ‘Padhai with AI’ is a district-level digital education programme developed for students of Bilaspur district.
• The platform uses AI-based tools to provide structured learning content, exam-oriented material, and personalised academic support.
• The programme aims to bridge learning gaps for students who lack access to quality coaching, particularly in rural and semi-urban areas.
• The initiative ensures equal access to education, allowing students to learn anytime and anywhere through a fully digital ecosystem.
• Continuous academic counselling is a key feature, helping students improve subject understanding and adopt effective preparation strategies.
• The platform reduces dependence on expensive private coaching institutes, promoting inclusive education.
• The programme has been implemented by the Bilaspur district administration with institutional support from NTPC.
• Deputy Commissioner Rahul Kumar stated that the initiative brings technology-driven education facilities directly to students.
• The launch event was attended by Rajesh Dharmani and senior officials, highlighting collaboration between the state government, district administration, and public sector organisations.
• The initiative reflects the state government’s commitment to modernising public education through innovation, technology, and inclusivity.
• The use of Artificial Intelligence in education enables personalised learning, adaptive content delivery, performance tracking, and data-driven guidance.
• ‘Padhai with AI’ strengthens AI-led education delivery and supports outcome-oriented, inclusive learning aligned with future workforce needs.

11) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Alwar district of Rajasthan became India’s first district to achieve 100% insurance coverage under the ‘Insurance for All by 2047’ roadmap.
• The achievement aligns with the national vision of ‘Secure India – Insured India’ and focuses on last-mile financial inclusion.
• The initiative is a joint effort of the Government of India and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) under the Ministry of Finance.
• The Insurance for All by 2047 roadmap aims to ensure universal insurance coverage by the 100th year of India’s Independence, covering life, health, and general insurance, with emphasis on affordability, accessibility, and inclusion.
• Alwar achieved saturation through systematic door-to-door surveys, especially in rural areas, to identify uninsured individuals.
• Authorities identified 1,367 uninsured persons above the age of 10 across nine villages and ensured their enrolment into formal insurance schemes.
• This targeted approach ensured zero exclusion and demonstrated the effectiveness of grassroots-level administrative execution.

Detailed Explanation:

Alwar district of Rajasthan became India’s first district to achieve 100% insurance coverage under the ‘Insurance for All by 2047’ roadmap.
• The achievement aligns with the national vision of ‘Secure India – Insured India’ and focuses on last-mile financial inclusion.
• The initiative is a joint effort of the Government of India and the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) under the Ministry of Finance.
• The Insurance for All by 2047 roadmap aims to ensure universal insurance coverage by the 100th year of India’s Independence, covering life, health, and general insurance, with emphasis on affordability, accessibility, and inclusion.
• Alwar achieved saturation through systematic door-to-door surveys, especially in rural areas, to identify uninsured individuals.
• Authorities identified 1,367 uninsured persons above the age of 10 across nine villages and ensured their enrolment into formal insurance schemes.
• This targeted approach ensured zero exclusion and demonstrated the effectiveness of grassroots-level administrative execution.
• The nine villages declared fully insured are Bhulla Ka Bas, Bichpuri, Palankheda, Antapada, Hanumanta, Kalyanpura, Morodkhurd, Kodalka, and Lalpur.
• Insurance policies were formally distributed during a programme chaired by the district administration, marking the completion of the saturation drive.
• A non-governmental organisation (NGO) played a crucial role by funding insurance premiums for all eligible adults, removing financial barriers.
• Insurance policies were issued by United India Insurance Company Limited, a public sector general insurance company.
• Officials emphasized that early insurance coverage promotes dignity, security, and self-reliance, particularly among youth.
• District-level insurance saturation strengthens financial inclusion, reduces household vulnerability to shocks, and encourages participation in formal financial systems.
• Alwar’s achievement provides a replicable district-level model for implementing national social security and insurance goals across India.

12) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Black Swan Summit India 2026 was inaugurated in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

The two-day summit is co-organised by the Odisha Government and the Global Finance and Technology Network under the BharatNetra Initiative.

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the summit, giving it national importance.

Detailed Explanation:

Black Swan Summit India 2026 was inaugurated in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

The two-day summit is co-organised by the Odisha Government and the Global Finance and Technology Network under the BharatNetra Initiative.

President Droupadi Murmu addressed the summit, giving it national importance.

The summit focuses on regulated digital finance, fintech, artificial intelligence, digital public infrastructure, and job creation.

The primary objective is to position Odisha as a hub for regulated digital finance and sustainable employment generation.

Discussions centre on balancing innovation with regulation to ensure trust, financial inclusion, and long-term job creation in the digital economy.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw launched a 2 nanometre (nm) semiconductor chip designed by Qualcomm in Bengaluru.

The Minister stated that with the onset of the 5th Industrial Revolution, India must emerge as a global hub for deep technology innovation.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw launched a 2 nanometre (nm) semiconductor chip designed by Qualcomm in Bengaluru.

The launch highlights India’s growing strength in advanced semiconductor design and its rising role in the global chip engineering ecosystem.

The Minister stated that with the onset of the 5th Industrial Revolution, India must emerge as a global hub for deep technology innovation.

2 nm technology represents the cutting edge of semiconductor design, offering higher performance, lower power consumption, and enabling advanced applications in artificial intelligence, telecommunications, and high-performance computing.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Airports Authority of India (AAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bharat Taxi to improve last-mile connectivity at select airports.
• The MoU was exchanged by AAI Chairman Vipin Kumar.
• The initiative aims to provide regulated, transparent, and passenger-friendly taxi services at AAI-managed airports.
• Bharat Taxi is India’s first driver-owned cooperative taxi service, operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd.

Detailed Explanation:

• Airports Authority of India (AAI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding  (MoU) with Bharat Taxi to improve last-mile connectivity at select airports.
• The MoU was exchanged by AAI Chairman Vipin Kumar.
• The initiative aims to provide regulated, transparent, and passenger-friendly taxi services at AAI-managed airports.
• Bharat Taxi is India’s first driver-owned cooperative taxi service, operated by Sahakar Taxi Cooperative Ltd.
• Unlike app-based aggregators, Bharat Taxi follows a no-surge pricing model, ensuring fixed and predictable fares for passengers.
• The platform is promoted by the National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) and supported by cooperative institutions.
• Under the plan, services will be introduced at airports in Rajkot, Vadodara, Surat, Bhuj, Pune, Aurangabad, Varanasi, Kanpur, Prayagraj, and Agra.

15) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Thailand’s caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), won the general election for the 500-member House of Representatives, as per preliminary results announced by the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT).

Detailed Explanation:

Thailand’s caretaker Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, leader of the Bhumjaithai Party (BJT), won the general election for the 500-member House of Representatives, as per preliminary results announced by the Election Commission of Thailand (ECT).

Anutin Charnvirakul assumed the position of Prime Minister of Thailand in September 2025 following a period of political turbulence, and continued as caretaker PM during the election period.

The Bhumjaithai Party (BJT) secured a strong mandate to form the next government, marking a decisive victory in the national polls.

BJT won 194 seats (175 constituency + 19 party-list), falling short of the 251-seat majority mark in the 500-member House.

The People’s Party secured 116 seats, while Pheu Thai Party won 76 seats.

Kla Tham Party secured 57 seats, and the Democrat Party won 22 seats.

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Japan’s ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s first female Prime Minister (PM), secured a landmark victory in the snap general elections.

Detailed Explanation:

Japan’s ruling party, the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), led by Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, Japan’s first female Prime Minister (PM), secured a landmark victory in the snap general elections.

The LDP alone won 316 seats, crossing the absolute majority mark of 261 seats in the 465-member Lower House of Japan’s Parliament, known as the National Diet.

This victory is a historic milestone, as it surpassed the previous record of 300 seats won in 1986 under former Prime Minister Yasuhiro Nakasone, since the LDP’s founding in 1955.

17) Answer: C

Solution: Short Explanation:

INS Sudarshini, the sail training ship of the Indian Navy, successfully concluded its first port call at Salalah, Oman.

The visit marked a key milestone in the 10-month trans-oceanic voyage named Lokayan 26, aimed at showcasing India’s maritime heritage and the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (The World is One Family).

Detailed Explanation:

INS Sudarshini, the sail training ship of the Indian Navy, successfully concluded its first port call at Salalah, Oman.

The visit marked a key milestone in the 10-month trans-oceanic voyage named Lokayan 26, aimed at showcasing India’s maritime heritage and the philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam (The World is One Family).

Lokayan 26 covers over 22,000 nautical miles, visiting 18 foreign ports across 13 countries, and participates in prestigious international tall-ship events such as Escale à Sète in France and SAIL 250 in New York, USA.

18) Answer: E

Researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), in collaboration with global experts, discovered two new marine worm species (polychaetes) in Digha and Bankiput regions of Purba Medinipur, West Bengal.

The discovery was published in a study titled ‘Description of Two New Species of Nereidids (Annelida: Nereididae) from West Bengal, India, Bay of Bengal’.

The species belong to the Nereididae family, a group of marine polychaete worms commonly known as ragworms or clam worms.

19)  Answer: D

Short Explanation:

• India U-19 Women’s Football Team defeated Bangladesh U-19 by 4–0 in the SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship final.
  • The final was played at Pokhara Rangasala Stadium, Nepal.
  • With this emphatic win, India clinched the SAFF U-19 Women’s title.
  • Captain Julan Nongmaithem opened the scoring, setting the momentum for India.
  • Goals were also scored by Elizabeth Lakra, Pearl Fernandes, and Anwita Raghuraman (substitute).
  
  

Detailed Explanation:

• India U-19 Women’s Football Team defeated Bangladesh U-19 by 4–0 in the SAFF U-19 Women’s Championship final.
• The final was played at Pokhara Rangasala Stadium, Nepal.
• With this emphatic win, India clinched the SAFF U-19 Women’s title.
• Captain Julan Nongmaithem opened the scoring, setting the momentum for India.
• Goals were also scored by Elizabeth Lakra, Pearl Fernandes, and Anwita Raghuraman (substitute).
• India dominated possession, pressing, and attacking play, giving Bangladesh no opportunity to stage a comeback.
• The victory served as revenge for India’s earlier loss to Bangladesh during the round-robin stage of the tournament.
• The four-goal margin reflected India’s tactical improvement, mental strength, and knockout-stage performance.
• India fielded its Under-17 women’s national team in the U-19 tournament as part of a long-term development strategy.
• The tournament was used as preparation for the AFC U-17 Women’s Asian Cup, scheduled later in the year.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian shooter Meghana Sajjanar, eight months pregnant, won a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air rifle event at the Asian Shooting Championships 2026.
• She achieved the feat marking her maiden individual medal at the Asian Championships.
• Meghana narrowly missed the silver medal, finishing just outside the top two after one shot fell outside the 10-ring in the final.

Detailed Explanation:

• Indian shooter Meghana Sajjanar, eight months pregnant, won a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air rifle event at the Asian Shooting Championships 2026.
• She achieved the feat marking her maiden individual medal at the Asian Championships.
• Meghana narrowly missed the silver medal, finishing just outside the top two after one shot fell outside the 10-ring in the final.
• Along with the individual bronze, she was also part of the Indian women’s team that won gold, making the championship doubly successful for her.
• The 10m air rifle event is one of the most demanding precision sports, requiring extreme balance, posture stability, breath control, and mental focus.

21) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

• Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 14-year-old Indian cricketer, scored a record-breaking 175 runs off 80 balls in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 final against England Under-19.
  • This knock is the highest individual score ever in an Under-19 World Cup final, creating history in youth cricket.
  • He reached his half-century in 32 balls and the next fifty in 23 balls, showing exceptional scoring speed.
  
  Detailed Explanation:

• Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, a 14-year-old Indian cricketer, scored a record-breaking 175 runs off 80 balls in the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026 final against England Under-19.
• This knock is the highest individual score ever in an Under-19 World Cup final, creating history in youth cricket.
• He reached his half-century in 32 balls and the next fifty in 23 balls, showing exceptional scoring speed.
• His century came at a lightning pace, reflecting fearless intent and clean power-hitting.
• The innings included 15 fours and 15 sixes with a massive strike rate of 218.75.
• Sooryavanshi’s knock completely dominated England’s bowling attack and gave India a commanding start in the final.
• The score of 175 became the highest score by an Indian in Under-19 World Cup history, surpassing Raj Bawa’s 162 (2022).
• Overall, this innings is the ninth-highest individual score in Youth One Day International history.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a ₹7.5 crore cash reward for the India U-19 Men’s Cricket Team, following their title win at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a ₹7.5 crore cash reward for the India U-19 Men’s Cricket Team, following their title win at the ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2026.

The announcement came a day after India defeated England by 100 runs in the final held at the Harare Sports Club, Harare.

With this victory, India clinched its sixth U-19 World Cup title, extending its record as the most successful team in the history of the tournament.

The win once again highlighted the depth and strength of India’s age-group cricket system.

23) Answer: B

National Deworming Day 2026 is observed on 10th February.

World Pulses Day 2026 is observed on 10th February.  In 2018, the United Nations established Pulses Day as an annual international celebration of the significance and nutritional advantages of pulses (sometimes referred to as "legumes").

Safer Internet Day 2026 is observed on 10th February 2026. Safer Internet Day is a landmark event in the online safety calendar.

World Day of the Sick is a Catholic Church awareness day, or observance, on February 11.

24) Answer: A

International Epilepsy Day 2026 is observed on 10th February (2nd Monday of February).

Epilepsy, also known as seizure disorder, is the fourth most common neurological disorder and one of the oldest-known medical conditions.

25) Answer: C

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science 2026 is observed on 11th February 2026 

The Commission on the Status of Women adopted a report on March 14, 2011, with the goal of encouraging girls and women to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering, and math.