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1)Under the Priority Sector Lending (PSL) guidelines issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), banks must allocate what minimum percentage of their Adjusted Net Bank Credit (ANBC) to the agriculture sector?

(a) 12%

(b) 15%

(c) 18%

(d) 20%

(e) 25%

2) The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) recently granted Certificates of Registration to new insurance companies. Which of the following companies received approval to commence insurance operations in India?

(a) Allianz Jio Reinsurance Limited (AJRL) and Kiwi General Insurance Limited

(b) HDFC Life and SBI General Insurance

(c) ICICI Lombard and Bajaj Allianz General Insurance

(d) Tata AIG and Max Life Insurance

(e) LIC and GIC Re

3) Which state’s Urban Local Body (ULB) issued the first-ever Green Municipal Bonds listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE) of India?

(a) Rajasthan

(b) Gujarat

(c) Karnataka

(d) Tamil Nadu

(e) Maharashtra

4) Which card did PhonePe launch for contactless payments across public transport systems under the ‘One Nation One Card’ initiative?

(a) RuPay

(b) Visa

(c) Mastercard

(d) American Express

(e) Discover Mastercard


5) As of 2026, India and Uzbekistan recently launched a structured corridor to boost trade in which sector?

(a) Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical

(b) Information technology and software

(c) Renewable energy

(d) Automotive and manufacturing

(e) Agriculture and food processing Automotive and manufacturing

6) According to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) report ‘Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2025’, which country was the second-largest arms importer during 2021–2025?

(a) USA

(b) Ukraine

(c) Saudi Arabia

(d) India

(e) Russia

 

7) On International Women’s Day 2026, Indian Railways launched the SHINE App. What does SHINE stand for?

(a) Sexual Harassment Incident Notification for Empowerment

(b) Safety and Health Initiative for National Employees

(c) Secure Help for Indian Networked Employees

(d) Support Hub for Internal Notification and Empowerment

(e) Safety and Harassment Information Network for Everyone


8) Which pan-India drug trafficking network was recently dismantled by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)?

(a) Operation Cobra

(b) Team Rakshak

(c) Team Kalki

(d) Project Vajra

(e) Red Horizon

9) What type of land can municipal corporations and councils use for public development projects under the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code Amendment Bill 2026?

(a) Wetlands

(b) Forest land

(c) Agricultural land

(d) Private land

(e) Gairan land

10) Which language did the Mizoram Legislative Assembly pass a resolution to include in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India?

(a) Mizo

(b) Khasi

(c) Garo

(d) Manipuri

(e) Bodo

11) As of 2026, India recently dispatched 1,000 metric tons of rice as humanitarian assistance to which country is facing severe drought and food shortages?

(a) Kenya

(b) Mozambique

(c) Zimbabwe

(d) Ethiopia

(e) Malawi

12) After the birth of five cubs by Cheetah Jwala at Kuno National Park, what is the current cheetah population in India?

(a) 51

(b) 53

(c) 48

(d) 60

(e) 40

13) Which Bollywood actor made his debut in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026 with an estimated net worth of 1.3 billion US dollars?

(a) Shah Rukh Khan

(b) Salman Khan

(c) Aamir Khan

(d) Akshay Kumar Aamir Khan

(e) Ranveer Singh

14) Which indigenous system did Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian Navy successfully test for in-flight payload delivery in 2026?

(a) Air Droppable Container (ADC-150)

(b) Advanced Naval Drone (AND-100)

(c) Maritime Supply Pod (MSP-200)

(d) Quick Response Container (QRC-120)

(e) Aerial Logistics Pod (ALP-150)

15) Which biennial Arctic military exercise did the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) commence in March 2026 across Northern Norway and Finland?

(a) Cold Response 2026

(b) Arctic Shield 2026

(c) Polar Sentinel 2026

(d) Northern Guardian 2026

(e) Frost Strike 2026

 

16) Which country conducts the joint military exercise Dharma Guardian with India, focusing on counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations?

(a) France

(b) USA

(c) Australia

(d) South Korea

(e) Japan


17) Who has taken charge as the interim CEO of IndiGo following Pieter Elbers’ resignation?

(a) Rakesh Gangwal

(b) Rahul Bhatia

(c) Aditya Ghosh

(d) Sunil Bharti Mittal

(e) Naresh Goyal

18) Which Bengaluru-based startup introduced AVATAAR (Amphibious Vehicle for Autonomous Tactical Aerial & Aquatic Reconnaissance), India’s first amphibious drone capable of operating in both air and underwater?

(a) AquaAirX Autonomous Systems

(b) Aarav Unmanned Systems

(c) SkyMarin Robotics

(d) Indian Drone Innovations

(e) Nautica Tech Labs

19) Which system, managed by the Forest Survey of India, recently stopped issuing fortnightly deforestation alerts?

(a) ForestEye

(b) VanRakshak

(c) GreenWatch

(d) Anavaran

(e) TreeTrack

20) Which of the following statements about India’s victory in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 is incorrect?

(a) India became the first team to successfully defend the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title.

(b) Sanju Samson was awarded Player of the Series.

(c) New Zealand, as the runners-up, received USD 1.17 million.

(d) BCCI announced a ₹121 crore cash reward for Team India.

(e) Jasprit Bumrah received the Player of the Match award in the final

21) In 2026, India and New Zealand initiated discussions to expand bilateral sports cooperation to mark how many years of sporting relations?

(a) 100 years

(b) 75 years

(c) 50 years

(d) 125 years

(e) 150 years

22) When is National No Smoking Day 2026 observed in India?

(a) March 11, 2026

(b) March 1, 2026

(c) March 15, 2026

(d) March 31, 2026

(e) March 8, 2026

 

23) Which American private equity firm backs Kiwi General Insurance Limited in India?

(a) WestBridge Capital

(b) BlackRock

(c) Sequoia Capital

(d) KKR

(e) Carlyle Group

24) What is the currency of Uzbekistan?

(a) Ruble

(b) Tenge

(c) Sum

(d) Manat

(e) Somoni

 

25) In 2026, Scientists from Mizoram University, in collaboration with international researchers, recently discovered a new species of which animal?

(a) Frog

(b) Gecko

(c) Monitor lizard

(d) Reed snake

(e) Tortoise

Answers:

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Government of India (GoI) sets Ground Level Credit (GLC) targets annually for the agriculture and allied sectors, which banks must achieve during the financial year.

Under Priority Sector Lending (PSL) guidelines issued by RBI, commercial banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks, and Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) must allocate at least 18% of their Adjusted Net Bank Credit (ANBC) or Credit Equivalent of Off-Balance Sheet Exposures (CEOBSE) to agriculture, with a sub-target of 10% for Small and Marginal Farmers (SMFs).

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India (GoI) sets Ground Level Credit (GLC) targets annually for the agriculture and allied sectors, which banks must achieve during the financial year.

GLC targets are set region-wise, agency-wise (Scheduled Commercial Banks, Regional Rural Banks, Rural Cooperative Banks), and loan category-wise (crop loans and term loans).

Since 2021–22, dedicated targets for allied activities under GLC have been introduced to provide focused credit support for dairy, fisheries, and animal husbandry.

Under Priority Sector Lending (PSL) guidelines issued by RBI, commercial banks, Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), Small Finance Banks, Local Area Banks, and Primary (Urban) Co-operative Banks (UCBs) must allocate at least 18% of their Adjusted Net Bank Credit (ANBC) or Credit Equivalent of Off-Balance Sheet Exposures (CEOBSE) to agriculture, with a sub-target of 10% for Small and Marginal Farmers (SMFs).

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) granted Certificates of Registration (CoR) to Allianz Jio Reinsurance Limited (AJRL) and Kiwi General Insurance Limited to commence insurance operations in India.

The approvals were granted during the 134th Board Meeting of IRDAI, held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Detailed Explanation:

The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) granted Certificates of Registration (CoR) to Allianz Jio Reinsurance Limited (AJRL) and Kiwi General Insurance Limited to commence insurance operations in India.

The approvals were granted during the 134th Board Meeting of IRDAI, held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Allianz Jio Reinsurance Limited (AJRL) is a 50:50 Joint Venture (JV) between Allianz Group (Munich, Germany) and Jio Financial Services Limited.

AJRL will operate as a domestic reinsurer, providing risk coverage to insurance companies in India.

Apart from the state-owned General Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re), Valueattics Re is the only other domestic reinsurer in India.

Kiwi General Insurance Limited is backed by WestBridge Capital, an American private equity firm, along with Neelesh Garg, former CEO of Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited.

 

3) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) achieved a historic milestone by listing Maharashtra’s first-ever Urban Local Body (ULB) Green Municipal Bonds on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The listing ceremony included the traditional bell ringing by Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, along with Ashishkumar Chauhan, Managing Director of NSE.

Detailed Explanation:

Nashik Municipal Corporation (NMC) achieved a historic milestone by listing Maharashtra’s first-ever Urban Local Body (ULB) Green Municipal Bonds on the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The listing ceremony included the traditional bell ringing by Devendra Fadnavis, Chief Minister of Maharashtra, along with Ashishkumar Chauhan, Managing Director of NSE.

The funds raised through the Green Municipal Bonds will be used for sustainable urban infrastructure projects such as renewable energy, waste management, clean transportation, sustainable water management, and climate resilience initiatives.

Green Municipal Bonds differ from general municipal bonds because 100% of the funds must be used exclusively for environmentally sustainable or “green” projects.

4) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

PhonePe Limited launched the RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Card, a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) designed for contactless payments across public transport systems in India.

The RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Card supports the Government of India’s ‘One Nation One Card’ initiative, which aims to create a single interoperable transit payment system.

Detailed Explanation:

PhonePe Limited launched the RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Card, a National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) designed for contactless payments across public transport systems in India.

The RuPay ‘On-The-Go’ Card supports the Government of India’s ‘One Nation One Card’ initiative, which aims to create a single interoperable transit payment system.

The card enables contactless tap-and-pay transactions at NCMC-enabled services such as metro, buses, trains, toll plazas, and parking facilities.

It supports offline payments without internet connectivity, allowing fast and seamless transactions for commuters.

The prepaid card stores value directly on its chip with a maximum balance limit of ₹2,000.

It allows offline transactions up to ₹500, ensuring quick and secure payments in public transport systems.

 

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

India and Uzbekistan jointly launched a structured pharmaceutical and nutraceutical corridor to expand access to the CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) and the wider Eurasian healthcare market, valued at USD 7–10 billion.

The trade corridor was formalised through a partnership between the Ministry of Health of Uzbekistan, Nutrify Today (Bengaluru-based nutraceutical platform), and Pharma Eurasia (Tashkent-based trade and exhibition platform).

Detailed Explanation:

India and Uzbekistan jointly launched a structured pharmaceutical and nutraceutical corridor to expand access to the CIS (Commonwealth of Independent States) and the wider Eurasian healthcare market, valued at USD 7–10 billion.

The trade corridor was formalised through a partnership between the Ministry of Health of Uzbekistan, Nutrify Today (Bengaluru-based nutraceutical platform), and Pharma Eurasia (Tashkent-based trade and exhibition platform).

The Indo–CIS Pharma-Nutraceutical Corridor serves as a policy-backed platform to promote regulatory alignment, trade facilitation, investment, and commercial engagement between India and the CIS/Eurasian region.

The commercial launch of the corridor will take place at Pharma Eurasia 2026, scheduled for 20–22 May 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.

 

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released the report titled ‘Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2025’.

During 2021–2025, India remained the second-largest arms importer, accounting for 8.2% of global arms imports, after Ukraine.

Ukraine was the largest global arms importer, receiving 9.7% of total international arms transfers.

Detailed Explanation:

The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released the report titled ‘Trends in International Arms Transfers, 2025’.

During 2021–2025, India remained the second-largest arms importer, accounting for 8.2% of global arms imports, after Ukraine.

Ukraine was the largest global arms importer, receiving 9.7% of total international arms transfers.

Saudi Arabia ranked third, with 6.8% of global arms imports.

The top three global arms exporters were the United States of America (USA), France, and Russia.

Global arms transfers rose by nearly 10% due to geopolitical tensions and increased defence procurement.

7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Indian Railways launched the SHINE App on International Women’s Day (8 March 2026) to strengthen workplace safety for women employees.

SHINE stands for Sexual Harassment Incident Notification for Empowerment.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Railways launched the SHINE App on International Women’s Day (8 March 2026) to strengthen workplace safety for women employees.

SHINE stands for Sexual Harassment Incident Notification for Empowerment.

The app enables women employees to report incidents of sexual harassment confidentially through the Human Resources Management System (HRMS) used by railway staff.

Through the Employee Self Service portal, women employees can register complaints directly, which are automatically forwarded to designated committees responsible for handling such cases.

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) dismantled a major pan-India drug trafficking network named “Team Kalki” that operated through darknet marketplaces and encrypted messaging platforms.

The network had allegedly been active since January 2025 and distributed narcotic drugs across India using courier and parcel delivery services.

Detailed Explanation:

The Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) dismantled a major pan-India drug trafficking network named “Team Kalki” that operated through darknet marketplaces and encrypted messaging platforms.

The network had allegedly been active since January 2025 and distributed narcotic drugs across India using courier and parcel delivery services.

Acting on intelligence gathered over the past three months, the NCB conducted a targeted operation in New Delhi, which led to the dismantling of the network.

Investigators monitored suspicious online activities, traced shipments linked to the group and carried out a coordinated crackdown to expose the network.

During the operation, authorities seized 13 domestic parcels suspected to contain narcotic substances.

 

9) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly passed two important bills: the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code Amendment Bill and the Maharashtra Stamp Amendment Bill 2026 to improve administrative efficiency and better utilisation of government land.

The Maharashtra Land Revenue Code Amendment Bill allows municipal corporations and municipal councils to use unused grazing land (gairan land) for public development projects in urban areas.

Detailed Explanation:

The Maharashtra Legislative Assembly passed two important bills: the Maharashtra Land Revenue Code Amendment Bill and the Maharashtra Stamp Amendment Bill 2026 to improve administrative efficiency and better utilisation of government land.

The Maharashtra Land Revenue Code Amendment Bill allows municipal corporations and municipal councils to use unused grazing land (gairan land) for public development projects in urban areas.

Gairan land refers to government-owned grazing land that often remains unused within municipal boundaries.

Under the amendment, such land can now be used for public interest projects such as roads, infrastructure development and community facilities.

The ownership of these lands will remain with the Maharashtra Government, ensuring that they are not permanently transferred to local bodies.

10) Answer: A

The Mizoram Legislative Assembly unanimously passed a resolution seeking the inclusion of the Mizo language in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India.

The resolution was introduced by Vanlalthlana, Education Minister of Mizoram, and received support from all members of the Assembly.

The initiative aims to secure official national recognition for the Mizo language and promote its linguistic development.

During the Assembly discussion, Lalduhoma, Chief Minister of Mizoram, appreciated the efforts of the Mizo Language Development Board (MLDB) for initiating the proposal.

11) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India has dispatched 1,000 metric tons of rice to Malawi as humanitarian assistance to help the country address food shortages caused by a severe drought.

The shipment was sent from Nhava Sheva Port in Maharashtra, highlighting India’s humanitarian outreach and commitment to food security.

Malawi has been facing serious food insecurity due to prolonged drought conditions linked to the El Niño climate phenomenon.

Detailed Explanation:

India has dispatched 1,000 metric tons of rice to Malawi as humanitarian assistance to help the country address food shortages caused by a severe drought.

The shipment was sent from Nhava Sheva Port in Maharashtra, highlighting India’s humanitarian outreach and commitment to food security.

Malawi has been facing serious food insecurity due to prolonged drought conditions linked to the El Niño climate phenomenon.

The assistance aims to stabilise food supplies and support vulnerable populations affected by crop losses and agricultural disruption.

The drought has caused significant damage to farming activities in Malawi, impacting rural communities that rely heavily on agriculture for their livelihoods.

According to Randhir Jaiswal, spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs, the humanitarian shipment reflects India’s commitment to supporting countries of the Global South.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The cheetah population in India has reached 53 after Cheetah Jwala, a Namibian cheetah, gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh.

The development was announced by Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

Detailed Explanation:

The cheetah population in India has reached 53 after Cheetah Jwala, a Namibian cheetah, gave birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh.

The development was announced by Bhupender Yadav, Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

The minister described the development as a major milestone for Project Cheetah India, which aims to restore the cheetah population in India.

With the birth of the five cubs, the number of Indian-born cheetah cubs has increased to 33.

The litter by Cheetah Jwala represents the 10th successful cheetah litter born on Indian soil since the launch of Project Cheetah.

Jwala has now become a third-time mother, indicating that the habitat conditions at Kuno National Park are suitable for breeding and survival of cheetahs.

13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Shah Rukh Khan, Bollywood actor and entrepreneur, has made his debut in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026 with an estimated net worth of 1.3 billion US dollars.

The list was released, and the wealth calculation is based on data up to January 15, 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

Shah Rukh Khan, Bollywood actor and entrepreneur, has made his debut in the Hurun Global Rich List 2026 with an estimated net worth of 1.3 billion US dollars.

The list was released, and the wealth calculation is based on data up to January 15, 2026.

His inclusion reflects decades of success in the Indian film industry as well as strong business ventures and brand investments.

The Hurun Global Rich List Ranks United States dollar billionaires worldwide and highlights influential figures from sectors such as entertainment, technology, sports and business.

According to Rupert Hoogewerf, Chairman and Chief Researcher of the Hurun Report, many celebrities are now building wealth through business ownership, intellectual property and brand partnerships, in addition to performance earnings.

 

14) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy conducted four successful in-flight release trials of the indigenous Air Droppable Container (ADC-150).

Trials were carried out from the P8I aircraft off the Goa coast between February 21 and March 1, 2026, under extreme release conditions.

The ADC-150 is indigenously designed and developed to deliver a 150 kg payload, enhancing naval operational logistics capabilities.

Detailed Explanation:

The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and Indian Navy conducted four successful in-flight release trials of the indigenous Air Droppable Container (ADC-150).

Trials were carried out from the P8I aircraft off the Goa coast between February 21 and March 1, 2026, under extreme release conditions.

The ADC-150 is indigenously designed and developed to deliver a 150 kg payload, enhancing naval operational logistics capabilities.

The container can provide quick response to naval vessels in distress, delivering critical stores, equipment, and medical assistance to ships deployed far from the coast.

Naval Science & Technological Laboratory (NSTL), Visakhapatnam served as the nodal laboratory for the development and trials of the ADC-150.

Aerial Delivery Research & Development Establishment (ADRDE), Agra developed the parachute system for the container.

 

15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The North Atlantic Treaty Cold Response 2026Organisation (NATO) commenced its biennial Arctic military exercise named ‘Cold Response 2026’ across Northern Norway and Finland.

The exercise duration is from March 2026 till March 19, 2026, focusing on the role of civilians in supporting military operations.

Detailed Explanation:

The North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) commenced its biennial Arctic military exercise named ‘Cold Response 2026’ across Northern Norway and Finland.

The exercise duration is from March 2026 till March 19, 2026, focusing on the role of civilians in supporting military operations.

Objective: The exercise is part of Arctic Sentry, aimed at bolstering NATO’s presence in the polar region.

Key Participants: Nearly 25,000 troops from 14 NATO countries are participating, including 4,000 troops from the USA and Denmark.

Focus Areas: Norway declared 2026 as the year of ‘total defence’, emphasizing readiness of civilians, businesses, and public institutions to face war and other crises.

 

16) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The 7th edition of the India–Japan joint military exercise Dharma Guardian 2026 concluded at Chaubattia after a two-week training period from 24 February to 8 March 2026.

The exercise involved joint operational drills and training between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF).

Japan

Detailed Explanation:

The 7th edition of the India–Japan joint military exercise Dharma Guardian 2026 concluded at Chaubattia after a two-week training period from 24 February to 8 March 2026.

The exercise involved joint operational drills and training between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF).

The focus of the exercise was on counter-insurgency (CI) and counter-terrorism (CT) operations, along with urban warfare and combat training in complex terrain.

Exercise Dharma Guardian is conducted alternately in India and Japan since 2018 to strengthen bilateral defence cooperation.

A key highlight was Exercise ASAHI SHAKTI, a 48-hour validation exercise simulating counter-terrorism operations including cordon-and-search, ambushes, heliborne operations, and hostage rescue drills.

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Rahul Bhatia, billionaire entrepreneur and co-founder of IndiGo, has taken charge as the airline’s interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the resignation of Pieter Elbers.

The move comes amid operational challenges faced by India’s largest airline by market share.

Detailed Explanation:

Rahul Bhatia, billionaire entrepreneur and co-founder of IndiGo, has taken charge as the airline’s interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) following the resignation of Pieter Elbers.

The move comes amid operational challenges faced by India’s largest airline by market share.

Bhatia played a central role in building IndiGo into a dominant aviation player and will oversee management responsibilities during the transition.

He was born in Nainital, Uttarakhand.

After returning to India in 1984, he planned to start a telecommunications business, but regulatory hurdles prompted him to focus on travel and aviation.

In 2004, he founded InterGlobe Aviation and obtained an airline licence, and in 2006, he launched IndiGo with Rakesh Gangwal.

18) Answer: A

AquaAirX Autonomous Systems, a Bengaluru-based deep-tech startup, introduced ‘AVATAAR (Amphibious Vehicle for Autonomous Tactical Aerial & Aquatic Reconnaissance)’, India’s first amphibious drone capable of operating in both air and underwater.

The AVATAAR drone is designed to support Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) missions in maritime and coastal environments.

Dual-Domain Operation: The drone can fly like a conventional aerial drone, land on water, and then dive underwater to continue its mission, enabling real-time maritime monitoring.

The drone can transition between air and underwater environments within seconds, allowing seamless multi-domain operations without external assistance.

Key Sensors and Systems include Imaging Sonar, Doppler Velocity Logger (DVL), Acoustic Communication Modem, LED lights, Cameras, and Ultra-Short Baseline (USBL) Navigation System for underwater navigation and real-time data collection.

 

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Forest Survey of India (FSI), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has stopped issuing fortnightly deforestation alerts through its AI-based Anavaran portal.

The Anavaran-Deforestation Alert System was operational from January 2024 and provided near-real-time alerts on forest cover loss using satellite imagery and machine learning.

Detailed Explanation:

The Forest Survey of India (FSI), under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, has stopped issuing fortnightly deforestation alerts through its AI-based Anavaran portal.

The Anavaran-Deforestation Alert System was operational from January 2024 and provided near-real-time alerts on forest cover loss using satellite imagery and machine learning.

The system used Google Earth Engine for data processing and sent precise location alerts to state forest departments for targeted field inspections.

The Anavaran portal ceased active monitoring in January 2026, and the alerts have not been updated since November 2025.

The technology combined Sentinel-2 optical imagery for forest cover detection and Sentinel-1 Synthetic Aperture Radar data for monitoring during cloudy or monsoon periods.

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a ₹131 crore cash reward for Team India after winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

The Indian national cricket team defeated New Zealand national cricket team in the final held at Narendra Modi Stadium on 8 March 2026.

New Zealand, as the runners-up, received USD 1.17 million (around ₹10.75 crore).

Sanju Samson was awarded the Player of the Series, while Jasprit Bumrah received the Player of the Match award in the final.

Detailed Explanation:

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) announced a ₹131 crore cash reward for Team India after winning the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026.

India national cricket team defeated New Zealand national cricket team in the final held at Narendra Modi Stadium on 8 March 2026.

The reward will be distributed among players, coaching staff, support staff and selectors.

The announcement was confirmed by Devajit Saikia, Secretary of the BCCI, who praised the team’s consistent performance and dedication during the tournament.

With this victory, India won its third T20 World Cup title, becoming the most successful team in the tournament’s history.

India also became the first team to successfully defend the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title.

Sanju Samson played a crucial role by scoring 89 runs, helping India reach the record total.

India secured a commanding 96-run victory over New Zealand.

Apart from the BCCI reward, India also received the official prize money from the International Cricket Council (ICC).

The champion’s prize money for the tournament was USD 2.34 million (around ₹21.5 crore).

New Zealand, as the runners-up, received USD 1.17 million (around ₹10.75 crore).

Sanju Samson was awarded the Player of the Series, while Jasprit Bumrah received the Player of the Match award in the final.

21) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

India and New Zealand have initiated discussions to expand bilateral sports cooperation in 2026, marking 100 years of sporting relations between the two countries.

Detailed Explanation:

India and New Zealand have initiated discussions to expand bilateral sports cooperation in 2026, marking 100 years of sporting relations between the two countries.

A high-level meeting was held in New Delhi between Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, and a New Zealand sports delegation led by Chris Bishop, Associate Minister for Sport and Recreation.

The meeting focused on strengthening sports diplomacy and launching the India–New Zealand Centenary Sports Cooperation Programme 2026.

The sporting relationship between the two nations dates back to 1926, when the Indian Army hockey team toured New Zealand, marking one of the earliest sporting exchanges

 

22) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

National No Smoking Day 2026 is observed on March 11, 2026, which falls on the second Wednesday of March each year.

World No Tobacco Day 2026 is expected to focus on the theme “Unmasking the appeal – countering nicotine and tobacco addiction.”

Detailed Explanation:

National No Smoking Day 2026 is observed on March 11, 2026, which falls on the second Wednesday of March each year.

The day aims to encourage smokers to quit tobacco by providing support, resources and awareness about the health benefits of quitting smoking.

World No Tobacco Day 2026 is expected to focus on the theme “Unmasking the appeal – countering nicotine and tobacco addiction.”

The observance was first introduced in 1984 in the United Kingdom, originally held on Ash Wednesday, and later adopted as an annual event on the second Wednesday of March.

 

23) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Kiwi General Insurance Limited is backed by WestBridge Capital, an American private equity firm, along with Neelesh Garg, former CEO of Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited.

Kiwi General Insurance will provide general insurance services in India under the IRDAI regulatory framework.

Detailed Explanation:

Kiwi General Insurance Limited is backed by WestBridge Capital, an American private equity firm, along with Neelesh Garg, former CEO of Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited.

Kiwi General Insurance will provide general insurance services in India under the IRDAI regulatory framework.

With this approval, the total number of general insurers in India has increased to 35, including 7 Standalone Health Insurers (SAHIs).

It is the first instance where a majority stakeholder in a health insurance company (WestBridge Capital) has been permitted to establish a general insurance company in India.

24) Answer: C

About Uzbekistan :

President : Shavkat Mirziyoyev

Prime Minister : Abdulla Aripov

Capital : Tashkent

Currency : Uzbek sum

 

25) Answer: D

The world of herpetology witnessed a significant breakthrough as scientists from Mizoram University, collaborating with international researchers from Russia, Germany, and Vietnam, unveiled a previously unknown reed snake species.