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1) What is the proposed DELTA Act associated with asset tokenisation in Maharashtra?

(a) Maharashtra Digital Finance and Technology Act

(b) Maharashtra Digitisation and Exchange of Land Token Asset Act

(c) Maharashtra Digital Land Transfer and Exchange Act

(d) Maharashtra Blockchain Asset Regulation Act

(e) Maharashtra Electronic Land and Token Exchange Act

 

2) Which company was authorised by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) as a Payment Aggregator (PA) for both online (PA-O) and physical (PA-P) point-of-sale transactions?

(a) Pluxee India

(b) Pine Labs

(c) PayU India

(d) Razorpay

(e) BharatPe

 

3) What was the theme of Axis Bank’s 4th edition of Sparsh Week 2026?

(a) Customer First

(b) Act with Speed

(c) Banking for All

(d) Digital India, Faster

(e) Transforming Customer Experience

 

4) Which section marked the completion of 100% electrification of Southern Railway’s entire Broad Gauge network in 2026?

(a) Chennai–Villupuram

(b) Madurai–Rameswaram

(c) Pattukkottai–Karaikkudi

(d) Tiruchirappalli–Thanjavur

(e) Salem–Erode

5) Which legislation passed by the Gujarat Legislative Assembly allows eligible commercial establishments to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week?

(a) Gujarat Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026

(b) Gujarat Commercial Regulation Bill, 2026

(c) Gujarat Industrial Development Bill, 2026

(d) Gujarat Business Promotion Bill, 2026

(e) Gujarat Shops and Establishments Amendment Bill, 2026

 

6) What was the theme of the workshop organised by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation for Statistical Advisers and Chief Data Officers?

(a) Data-Driven Governance and Digital Transformation

(b) Data Harmonisation for Use of Administrative Data in Data Driven Governance

(c) Strengthening National Data Infrastructure

(d) Administrative Data for Evidence-Based Policymaking

(e) Digital Data Management for Government Ministries

 

7) Under which initiative does Coal India Limited provide financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh per patient for Bone Marrow Transplant?

(a) Nanha Sa Dil

(b) Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana

(c) Coal India Health Mission

(d) Bal Swasthya Seva Yojana

(e) Coal India Rare Disease Care Programme

8) Consider the following statements regarding the ChipIN Centre:

1. Karnataka leads in semiconductor support through the ChipIN Centre, with 81 organisations supported and 73 chip tape-outs.
2. Tamil Nadu ranked second with 79 organisations supported and 33 chip tape-outs.
3. Maharashtra recorded 32 organisations supported, 24 tape-outs and 15 lakh hours of EDA tool usage.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

 

9) What is the total length of the historic Dedicated Freight Corridor that has been completed, covering the Eastern and Western Dedicated Freight Corridors?

(a) 1,800 kilometres

(b) 2,200 kilometres

(c) 2,500 kilometres

(d) 2,800 kilometres

(e) 3,200 kilometres

 

10) Between which two Indonesian islands is Mount Anak Krakatau located?

(a) Bali and Lombok

(b) Java and Sumatra

(c) Sulawesi and Java

(d) Sumatra and Bali

(e) Java and Madura

11) Where was the 79th session of the WHO Regional Committee for South-East Asia (RC79) held from 7 to 10 September 2026?

(a) Bangkok, Thailand

(b) New Delhi, India

(c) Dili, Timor-Leste

(d) Jakarta, Indonesia

(e) Colombo, Sri Lanka

 

12) Who became the first woman to lead Bank Indonesia as its Governor?

(a) Sri Mulyani Indrawati

(b) Destry Damayanti

(c) Perry Warjiyo

(d) Retno Marsudi

(e) Rosan Roeslani

13) Who was conferred the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026 for the contribution of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes towards social justice and public service?

(a) Kishor Makwana

(b) G. Kishan Reddy

(c) Ramdas Athawale

(d) Arjun Ram Meghwal

(e) Virendra Kumar

14) Under which initiative are India and the United States partnering to strengthen the security and resilience of global undersea cable networks?

(a) India-US Digital Connectivity Partnership

(b) Indo-Pacific Technology Security Initiative

(c) United States-India TRUST Initiative

(d) India-US Critical Infrastructure Initiative

(e) Indo-Pacific Subsea Cable Initiative

15) Which state is set to establish a dedicated Food Processing Park through a partnership with AIM Global Foundation in Dubai, United Arab Emirates?

(a) Odisha

(b) Bihar

(c) Jharkhand

(d) West Bengal

(e) Uttar Pradesh

 

16) Where were the three Bailey Bridges constructed by the Indian Defence Forces to restore connectivity following Cyclone Ditwah?

(a) Colombo and Kandy

(b) Jaffna and Galle

(c) Kurunegala and Batticaloa

(d) Matara and Trincomalee

(e) Anuradhapura and Kegalle

 

17) Where is the 22nd edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026 being conducted in a two-theatre format?

(a) Jaipur and Leh

(b) Bikaner and Auli

(c) Jodhpur and Dehradun

(d) Bikaner and Srinagar

(e) Jaisalmer and Auli

18) At what thrust level was ISRO’s CE20 cryogenic engine successfully hot-tested for the LVM3-M7 mission?

(a) 15 tonnes

(b) 18 tonnes

(c) 20 tonnes

(d) 22 tonnes

(e) 25 tonnes

19) Which US-based university partnered with NIELIT to integrate digital learning resources into the NIELIT Digital University (NDU) platform?

(a) Harvard University

(b) Stanford University

(c) Saylor University

(d) Yale University

(e) Massachusetts Institute of Technology

20) What is the full form of TRISHNA, the joint Earth-observation mission of ISRO and CNES?

(a) Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment

(b) Thermal Radiation Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Science Assessment

(c) Terrestrial Infra-Red Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Analysis

(d) Thermal Infra-Red Imaging System for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment

(e) Terrestrial Remote Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment

 

21) What is the 14-digit identification number assigned to every land parcel under DILRMP 3.0?

(a) Digital Land Identification Number (DLIN)

(b) Unique Property Identification Number (UPIN)

(c) Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN)

(d) National Land Record Number (NLRN)

(e) Digital Parcel Identification Number (DPIN)

 

22) What does NAKSHA stand for in the context of urban land mapping and property records?

(a) National Knowledge-based Survey of Housing Areas

(b) National geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban HAbitations

(c) National GIS-based Knowledge System for Housing Assets

(d) National Geospatial Survey of Urban Housing Areas

(e) National Land Survey and Knowledge Hub for Urban Areas

 

23) Where is the proposed water-aerodrome hub for Pawan Hans’ renewed seaplane operations expected to be located?

(a) Kerala

(b) Goa

(c) Gujarat

(d) Andhra Pradesh

(e) Odisha

 

24) Which organisation, along with ISRO, jointly developed India’s indigenous Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS), GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation)?

(a) Directorate General of Civil Aviation

(b) Airports Authority of India

(c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

(d) Bharat Electronics Limited

(e) Ministry of Civil Aviation

 

25) According to the Jefferies report, what is India’s space economy projected to reach by 2030?

(a) US$20–25 billion

(b) US$30–35 billion

(c) US$40–45 billion

(d) US$50–55 billion

(e) US$60–65 billion

26) In news, Veteran Tamil scholar, renowned orator, and cultural icon Solomon Pappaiah passed away. In which field was Solomon Pappaiah honoured with the Padma Shri in 2021?

(a) Arts and Culture

(b) Social Work

(c) Public Affairs

(d) Literature and Education

(e) Journalism and Communication

27) When is National Forest Martyrs Day observed in India to honour those who sacrificed their lives to protect forests, wildlife and the environment?

(a) 5 June

(b) 15 August

(c) 21 March

(d) 2 October

(e) 11 September

 

28) What was the theme of the International Day to Protect Education from Attack observed on 9 September 2026?

(a) Education for Peace and Security

(b) Protecting Schools in Conflict Zones

(c) Can Education Survive Attack? The Resilience of Human Communities

(d) Education as a Human Right

(e) Building Resilient Education Systems

 

29) When did the RBI introduce the Unified Market Infrastructure (UMI) to support the digitisation and tokenisation of India’s financial asset ecosystem?

(a) October 2025

(b) October 2024

(c) October 2023

(d) January 2026

(e) April 2026

30) Within what time can Axis Bank’s fully digital auto and two-wheeler loan process enable loan disbursement?

(a) 10 minutes

(b) 20 minutes

(c) 30 minutes

(d) 45 minutes

(e) 60 minutes

Answers:

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Tokenization of financial and real-world assets is emerging as a major next frontier of India’s digital ecosystem, with the potential to make asset ownership and transactions more accessible, efficient, and transparent.

The RBI and Maharashtra Government are exploring asset tokenisation as the next stage of India’s digital transformation.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis proposed the Maharashtra Digitisation and Exchange of Land Token Asset (DELTA) Act, envisioned as a first-of-its-kind blockchain-based framework for tokenising land and other immovable assets.

The proposed DELTA framework aims to unlock dormant capital, improve liquidity, increase transparency, and protect consumer interests through digital representation of ownership or economic interests in physical assets.

Detailed Explanation:

Tokenization of financial and real-world assets is emerging as a major next frontier of India’s digital ecosystem, with the potential to make asset ownership and transactions more accessible, efficient, and transparent.

The RBI and Maharashtra Government are exploring asset tokenisation as the next stage of India’s digital transformation.

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis proposed the Maharashtra Digitisation and Exchange of Land Token Asset (DELTA) Act, envisioned as a first-of-its-kind blockchain-based framework for tokenising land and other immovable assets.

The proposed DELTA framework aims to unlock dormant capital, improve liquidity, increase transparency, and protect consumer interests through digital representation of ownership or economic interests in physical assets.

Under tokenisation, an asset can be divided into smaller digital units or tokens, potentially allowing retail investors to access assets with a lower ownership cost.

For example, a ₹10 lakh bond could theoretically be divided into smaller units, allowing an investor to purchase a portion for ₹100, thereby improving retail accessibility.

Tokenisation involves digitising asset ownership, which can strengthen ownership records and potentially enable shorter settlement times.

The Maharashtra Government plans to bring together expertise from SEBI, NSE, BSE, and academia to develop the proposed DELTA framework.

UPI has already digitised payments in India, while the next generation of FinTech is expected to focus on democratising credit, ownership, and economic opportunities.

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) authorised Pluxee India as a Payment Aggregator (PA) for both online (PA-O) and physical (PA-P) point-of-sale transactions.

The Payment Aggregator licence was granted to Pluxee India on 3 August 2026, allowing it to onboard merchants directly and undertake payment-processing activities in compliance with RBI’s licensing requirements.

The PA authorisation enables Pluxee India to provide services including payment collection, settlement, refund management, and merchant payment processing.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) authorised Pluxee India as a Payment Aggregator (PA) for both online (PA-O) and physical (PA-P) point-of-sale transactions.

The Payment Aggregator licence was granted to Pluxee India on 3 August 2026, allowing it to onboard merchants directly and undertake payment-processing activities in compliance with RBI’s licensing requirements.

The PA authorisation enables Pluxee India to provide services including payment collection, settlement, refund management, and merchant payment processing.

The licence supports multiple payment modes, including cards, Quick Response (QR) codes, Near Field Communication (NFC)-based payments, and online transactions.

Pluxee India already holds a Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) licence, originally issued in 2009, which was expanded in 2020 to include General Purpose PPIs beyond meal vouchers

 

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Axis Bank Limited launched the 4th edition of Sparsh Week, its flagship nationwide customer engagement initiative, themed “Act with Speed”, from 7 to 11 September 2026 across India.

Sparsh Week 2026 involved more than 90 Axis Bank leaders, with participation spanning from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Kutch to Kohima.

The initiative aims to conduct more than 2.5 lakh customer interactions across diverse customer touchpoints and convert customer feedback into faster action through digital innovation and enhanced engagement platforms.

Detailed Explanation:

Axis Bank Limited launched the 4th edition of Sparsh Week, its flagship nationwide customer engagement initiative, themed “Act with Speed”, from 7 to 11 September 2026 across India.

Sparsh Week 2026 involved more than 90 Axis Bank leaders, with participation spanning from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Kutch to Kohima.

The initiative aims to conduct more than 2.5 lakh customer interactions across diverse customer touchpoints and convert customer feedback into faster action through digital innovation and enhanced engagement platforms.

Key programmes under Sparsh Week 2026 include leadership immersion, customer listening, MSME sector forums, NRI sector forums, and customer outreach initiatives.

Axis Bank is using digital innovation to improve customer experience, including a fully digital auto and two-wheeler loan process that enables loan disbursement within 30 minutes.

 

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Southern Railway has achieved 100% electrification of its entire 5,068 route-kilometre Broad Gauge network.

The milestone was achieved after the electrification of the final 71-kilometre Pattukkottai–Karaikkudi section in Tamil Nadu.

The statutory inspection of the final section was completed on 9 September 2026 by Ganesh, Principal Chief Electrical Engineer, Southern Railway.

Southern Railway's electric-traction journey began on 11 May 1931, when electric traction was introduced in the Madras region.

After nearly 95 years, Southern Railway has completed electrification of its entire Broad-Gauge network in 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

Southern Railway has achieved 100% electrification of its entire 5,068 route-kilometre Broad Gauge network.

The milestone was achieved after the electrification of the final 71-kilometre Pattukkottai–Karaikkudi section in Tamil Nadu.

The statutory inspection of the final section was completed on 9 September 2026 by Ganesh, Principal Chief Electrical Engineer, Southern Railway.

Southern Railway's electric-traction journey began on 11 May 1931, when electric traction was introduced in the Madras region.

After nearly 95 years, Southern Railway has completed electrification of its entire Broad-Gauge network in 2026.

Complete electrification enables trains to operate using electric traction throughout the electrified network, eliminating the need for traction changes between electrified and non-electrified sections.

The milestone is expected to improve operational flexibility, locomotive utilisation, reliability and efficiency of train services.

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Gujarat Legislative Assembly passed the Gujarat Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026, allowing eligible commercial establishments to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The amendment covers establishments such as shops, malls, restaurants, hotels, cafés, garages and showrooms under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act, 2019.

The earlier restrictions requiring establishments to close during specified night hours have been removed, enabling 24/7 operations.

Detailed Explanation:

The Gujarat Legislative Assembly passed the Gujarat Ease of Doing Business Bill, 2026, allowing eligible commercial establishments to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

The amendment covers establishments such as shops, malls, restaurants, hotels, cafés, garages and showrooms under the Gujarat Shops and Establishments Act, 2019.

The earlier restrictions requiring establishments to close during specified night hours have been removed, enabling 24/7 operations.

Police and local authorities will not be permitted to close commercial establishments solely on the basis of operating-hour restrictions.

However, establishments must continue to comply with regulations relating to cleanliness, traffic management, public safety and workers' welfare.

The 24/7 provision does not permit employers to make employees work continuously. Existing provisions relating to working hours, rest intervals, leave, employment conditions and worker safety will remain applicable.

Jairam Gamit, Minister of State for Industries, stated that the legislation aims to make regulatory processes simpler, faster, transparent and industry-friendly.

The Bill seeks to reduce unnecessary regulatory burdens, promote self-declaration and self-certification, and strengthen risk-based and technology-driven governance.

Earlier, trains moving between electrified and non-electrified sections could require a change from an electric locomotive to a diesel locomotive, resulting in additional operational time and crew coordination.

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation organised a workshop for Statistical Advisers and Chief Data Officers of all Central Government Ministries, Departments and Organisations in New Delhi.

The theme of the workshop was “Data Harmonisation for Use of Administrative Data in Data Driven Governance.”

The workshop aimed to strengthen the National Data System, promote the effective use and harmonisation of administrative data, and improve coordination for data-driven governance and evidence-based policymaking.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation organised a workshop for Statistical Advisers and Chief Data Officers of all Central Government Ministries, Departments and Organisations in New Delhi.

The theme of the workshop was “Data Harmonisation for Use of Administrative Data in Data Driven Governance.”

The workshop aimed to strengthen the National Data System, promote the effective use and harmonisation of administrative data, and improve coordination for data-driven governance and evidence-based policymaking.

Shaktikanta Das, Principal Secretary-2 to the Prime Minister, inaugurated the workshop and launched the Quarterly Progress Report Portal on Data Harmonisation.

The Quarterly Progress Report Portal on Data Harmonisation is a technology-enabled platform for Central Government Ministries, Departments and Organisations to report progress on dataset identification, cataloguing, metadata preparation, use of common standards and classifications, unique identifiers and data-quality checks.

The portal incorporates automated validation, dashboards and cross-verification with the National Metadata and Data Sharing Portal, along with analytical insights across Ministries, Departments and Organisations.

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Coal, in association with Coal India Limited, launched the Comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility Framework for Indian Coal Companies in New Delhi.

The event also marked key milestones under two major healthcare Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives of Coal India Limited: Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana and Nanha Sa Dil.

Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana was launched to support children suffering from Thalassemia and Aplastic Anaemia, which are rare genetic blood disorders.

Under the initiative, the network has expanded from 4 hospitals to 21 empanelled hospitals across India.

Under Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana, financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh per patient is provided directly to empanelled hospitals for Bone Marrow Transplant.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Coal, in association with Coal India Limited, launched the Comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility Framework for Indian Coal Companies in New Delhi.

The event also marked key milestones under two major healthcare Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives of Coal India Limited: Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana and Nanha Sa Dil.

Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana was launched to support children suffering from Thalassemia and Aplastic Anaemia, which are rare genetic blood disorders.

Under the initiative, the network has expanded from 4 hospitals to 21 empanelled hospitals across India.

Coal India Limited is the only Central Public Sector Enterprise in India to undertake a healthcare initiative of this scale for rare genetic blood disorders such as Thalassemia and Aplastic Anaemia.

Under Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana, financial assistance of up to ₹10 lakh per patient is provided directly to empanelled hospitals for Bone Marrow Transplant.

The initiative has a total financial outlay of ₹130 crore across four phases.

More than 1,050 Bone Marrow Transplants have been completed under Thalassemia Bal Sewa Yojana, with most treated children now leading healthier and normal lives.

The newly launched Comprehensive Corporate Social Responsibility Framework for Indian Coal Companies is the first sector-specific Corporate Social Responsibility framework since the introduction of statutory Corporate Social Responsibility under the Companies Act, 2013.

The framework has been prepared by the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs.

It aims to make Corporate Social Responsibility activities in the coal sector more structured, transparent, outcome-oriented and impact-driven, particularly for communities living in coal mining areas.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Karnataka has emerged as the leading state in semiconductor support through the ChipIN Centre, with 81 organisations supported and 73 chip tape-outs.

Karnataka recorded 88 lakh hours of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tool usage, the highest among the states highlighted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

Tamil Nadu ranked second with 79 organisations supported and 33 chip tape-outs.

Telangana recorded 42 organisations supported and 28 chip tape-outs.

Maharashtra recorded 32 organisations supported, 24 tape-outs and 15 lakh hours of EDA tool usage.

Detailed Explanation:

Karnataka has emerged as the leading state in semiconductor support through the ChipIN Centre, with 81 organisations supported and 73 chip tape-outs.

Karnataka recorded 88 lakh hours of Electronic Design Automation (EDA) tool usage, the highest among the states highlighted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

Tamil Nadu ranked second with 79 organisations supported and 33 chip tape-outs.

Telangana recorded 42 organisations supported and 28 chip tape-outs.

Maharashtra recorded 32 organisations supported, 24 tape-outs and 15 lakh hours of EDA tool usage.

Uttar Pradesh had 24 organisations supported and 21 tape-outs, while Madhya Pradesh recorded 24 organisations supported and 18 tape-outs.

Kerala, West Bengal, Odisha and Punjab were also among the top 10 states highlighted by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology.

The ChipIN Centre, established at the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing, provides semiconductor design infrastructure, including Electronic Design Automation tools, computing and hardware infrastructure, Intellectual Property cores and technical expertise.

The ChipIN Centre supports academic institutions and entrepreneurs under the Chips to Start-up Programme and Design Linked Incentive Scheme.

The data indicates the growing activity in chip design, semiconductor development and chip tape-outs across Indian states.

In July 2026, the Union Cabinet approved Semicon 2.0 with a total budget outlay of ₹1,27,500 crore to further strengthen India's semiconductor design and manufacturing ecosystem.

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, laid foundation stones for and dedicated development projects worth more than ₹35,000 crore in Vadodara, Gujarat.

The projects are aimed at strengthening infrastructure, connectivity, manufacturing, employment and overall economic development as part of the vision of Viksit Bharat.

The Prime Minister highlighted the Saptadhara (seven streams) resolution announced from the Red Fort, with emphasis on rapid connectivity through the Gati Shakti initiative.

The historic 2,800-kilometre Dedicated Freight Corridor has been completed, covering the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor and Western Dedicated Freight Corridor.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, laid foundation stones for and dedicated development projects worth more than ₹35,000 crore in Vadodara, Gujarat.

The projects are aimed at strengthening infrastructure, connectivity, manufacturing, employment and overall economic development as part of the vision of Viksit Bharat.

The Prime Minister highlighted the Saptadhara (seven streams) resolution announced from the Red Fort, with emphasis on rapid connectivity through the Gati Shakti initiative.

The historic 2,800-kilometre Dedicated Freight Corridor has been completed, covering the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor and Western Dedicated Freight Corridor.

The Dedicated Freight Corridors separate freight traffic from passenger traffic, enabling more than 430 freight trains per day to operate efficiently.

Freight movement that earlier took around 30 hours by truck can now be completed in approximately 10–12 hours, reducing transportation time, fuel consumption and freight costs.

The improved freight network is also helping farmers transport perishable agricultural products such as flowers, fruits and vegetables to markets and mandis more quickly.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia erupted, forcing six airports to suspend operations and disrupting hundreds of flights, including flights at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta’s major airport.

Anak Krakatau is located between the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra and has been erupting since late Friday.

Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau reached up to 20,000 feet (6,000 metres) over the Java side and 50,000 feet (15,000 metres) over the Sumatra side and parts of Banten province.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport suspended flight operations until 1:30 p.m. because of volcanic ash, affecting 301 flights, including 58 international flights.

Detailed Explanation:

Mount Anak Krakatau in Indonesia erupted, forcing six airports to suspend operations and disrupting hundreds of flights, including flights at Soekarno-Hatta International Airport, Jakarta’s major airport.

Anak Krakatau is located between the Indonesian islands of Java and Sumatra and has been erupting since late Friday.

Volcanic ash from Anak Krakatau reached up to 20,000 feet (6,000 metres) over the Java side and 50,000 feet (15,000 metres) over the Sumatra side and parts of Banten province.

Soekarno-Hatta International Airport suspended flight operations until 1:30 p.m. because of volcanic ash, affecting 301 flights, including 58 international flights.

Singapore Airlines cancelled its flights to and from Jakarta for the remainder of the affected day.

The Indonesian Transport Ministry reported that volcanic ash was detected at Soekarno-Hatta Airport, leading to the temporary suspension of flight operations.

Schools in affected areas cancelled activities after students and residents experienced eye irritation caused by volcanic ash.

Fishermen also cancelled fishing trips because of the volcanic activity and associated hazards.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 79th session of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Committee (RC79) for South-East Asia was held from 7 to 10 September 2026 in Dili, Timor-Leste.

The session was chaired by Dr. Elia dos Reis Amaral, Minister of Health of Timor-Leste, and brought together health leaders and experts from the WHO South-East Asia Region (SEAR).

Union Minister Jagat Prakash (JP) Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), represented India at the WHO RC79 session.

Detailed Explanation:

The 79th session of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Committee (RC79) for South-East Asia was held from 7 to 10 September 2026 in Dili, Timor-Leste.

The session was chaired by Dr. Elia dos Reis Amaral, Minister of Health of Timor-Leste, and brought together health leaders and experts from the WHO South-East Asia Region (SEAR).

Union Minister Jagat Prakash (JP) Nadda, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), represented India at the WHO RC79 session.

The major outcome of the session was the unanimous adoption of the “Dili Declaration on Human Resources for Health: Equity in Specialized Care.”

The session adopted resolutions covering medical devices, diagnostics and assistive technology, health-facility resilience, patient and blood safety, and renewed commitment to end Tuberculosis (TB) by 2030.

The WHO RC79 also approved the extension of the Regional Action Plan on viral hepatitis, HIV and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) up to 2030.

The WHO honoured the Government of India for sustaining the elimination of Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus (MNTE) over the last decade.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Destry Damayanti became the first woman to lead Bank Indonesia, marking a historic milestone in Indonesia’s central banking system.

Destry Damayanti was sworn in as the Governor of Bank Indonesia in Jakarta before Supreme Court Chief Justice Sunarto.

Detailed Explanation:

Destry Damayanti became the first woman to lead Bank Indonesia, marking a historic milestone in Indonesia’s central banking system.

Destry Damayanti was sworn in as the Governor of Bank Indonesia in Jakarta before Supreme Court Chief Justice Sunarto.

Destry had served as Senior Deputy Governor of Bank Indonesia since 2019 and also served as Acting Governor after Perry Warjiyo resigned in July.

Indonesia’s Parliament unanimously approved Destry’s appointment, followed by the issuance of a Presidential Decree.

Destry’s appointment is expected to provide policy continuity while working with the administration of President Prabowo Subianto.

 

13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Kishor Makwana, Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, was conferred the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026 for the Commission’s contribution to social justice and public service.

The award was presented during the 16th Sansad Ratna Awards 2026 held in New Delhi.

The award recognises significant contributions towards public service, social justice, equality, dignity and protection of constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Castes.

Detailed Explanation:

Kishor Makwana, Chairman of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, was conferred the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Jan Seva Puraskar 2026 for the Commission’s contribution to social justice and public service.

The award was presented during the 16th Sansad Ratna Awards 2026 held in New Delhi.

The award recognises significant contributions towards public service, social justice, equality, dignity and protection of constitutional safeguards for Scheduled Castes.

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes was nominated by the Prime Point Foundation and selected by the Sansad Ratna Awards Committee jury for its work in the field of social justice.

The recognition also acknowledges the leadership and dedicated service of Kishor Makwana in strengthening the Commission's efforts towards the social empowerment and inclusive development of Scheduled Castes.

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes is responsible for safeguarding the constitutional and legal rights and interests of Scheduled Castes.

The National Commission for Scheduled Castes was established on 19 February 2004 under Article 338 of the Constitution of India.

 

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India and the United States have partnered to strengthen the security, resilience and diversification of global undersea cable networks, particularly across the Indo-Pacific region.

The partnership is being pursued under the United States-India TRUST (Transforming the Relationship Utilising Strategic Technologies) Initiative.

The initiative aims to protect critical digital infrastructure, expand secure connectivity and strengthen India's position as a digital connectivity hub in the region.

Detailed Explanation:

India and the United States have partnered to strengthen the security, resilience and diversification of global undersea cable networks, particularly across the Indo-Pacific region.

The partnership is being pursued under the United States-India TRUST (Transforming the Relationship Utilising Strategic Technologies) Initiative.

The initiative aims to protect critical digital infrastructure, expand secure connectivity and strengthen India's position as a digital connectivity hub in the region.

Undersea cables carry more than 95% of global digital traffic, making them critical to the international internet and digital economy.

These cables support essential services such as cloud computing, financial systems, telecommunications, data centres and emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence.

India and the United States will work towards developing secure and resilient subsea cable systems using trusted technology providers.

The partnership seeks to reduce vulnerabilities arising from sabotage, cyberattacks, interception and excessive dependence on a limited number of suppliers or routes.

 

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Industries Department, Government of Bihar and AIM Global Foundation exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding at the AIM Congress 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

The partnership aims to establish a dedicated Food Processing Park in Bihar, supported by investments from the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region.

The initiative seeks to attract international investment and strengthen Bihar's agriculture, food processing and industrial sectors.

Under the agreement, the two organisations will collaborate to establish an integrated agri-food and food processing cluster in Bihar.

The proposed park is expected to promote value addition in agricultural products and position Bihar as an important sourcing and processing hub for Gulf food supply chains.

The project will seek investments from companies, institutions and investors from the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf countries, while leveraging Bihar's strong agricultural base.

Detailed Explanation:

The Industries Department, Government of Bihar and AIM Global Foundation exchanged a Memorandum of Understanding at the AIM Congress 2026 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

The partnership aims to establish a dedicated Food Processing Park in Bihar, supported by investments from the United Arab Emirates and the wider Gulf region.

The initiative seeks to attract international investment and strengthen Bihar's agriculture, food processing and industrial sectors.

Under the agreement, the two organisations will collaborate to establish an integrated agri-food and food processing cluster in Bihar.

The proposed park is expected to promote value addition in agricultural products and position Bihar as an important sourcing and processing hub for Gulf food supply chains.

The project will seek investments from companies, institutions and investors from the United Arab Emirates and other Gulf countries, while leveraging Bihar's strong agricultural base.

The Memorandum of Understanding was exchanged in the presence of Shreyasi Singh, Industries Minister, Government of Bihar.

The agreement was signed by Kundan Kumar, Secretary, Industries Department, Government of Bihar, and Dawood Al-Shezawi, President, AIM Global Foundation.

Mukul Kumar Gupta, Director, Industries, Government of Bihar, also attended the event.

Shreyasi Singh stated that the partnership would help Bihar become a preferred investment destination and enable farmers and industries to connect with global supply chains.

 

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on 9 September 2026 to strengthen the traditionally warm India–Sri Lanka partnership.

Rajnath Singh’s visit was the first visit by an Indian Defence Minister to Sri Lanka in nearly 40 years.

Rajnath Singh and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake virtually inaugurated three Bailey Bridges constructed by the Indian Defence Forces.

The three Bailey Bridges were built to restore connectivity in Kurunegala and Batticaloa districts following Cyclone Ditwah.

Detailed Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh met Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake in Colombo on 9 September 2026 to strengthen the traditionally warm India–Sri Lanka partnership.

Rajnath Singh’s visit was the first visit by an Indian Defence Minister to Sri Lanka in nearly 40 years.

India and Sri Lanka signed three Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) covering defence equipment, training and academic cooperation.

One MoU focuses on the upgradation of L70 guns for the Sri Lankan Air Force, which will strengthen Sri Lanka’s air-defence architecture and protection of critical assets.

Another MoU covers cooperation between the National Cadet Corps (NCC) of India and Sri Lanka and will formalise the NCC Youth Exchange Programme.

Cooperation between the National Defence Colleges of India and Sri Lanka will promote knowledge sharing and academic exchanges, strengthening defence-education ties.

Rajnath Singh and President Anura Kumara Dissanayake virtually inaugurated three Bailey Bridges constructed by the Indian Defence Forces.

The three Bailey Bridges were built to restore connectivity in Kurunegala and Batticaloa districts following Cyclone Ditwah.

 

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 22nd edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, an annual bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the US Army, commenced on 9 September 2026 and will continue until 28 September 2026.

Yudh Abhyas 2026 is being conducted in a two-theatre format at Bikaner, Rajasthan, and Auli, Uttarakhand, India.

The exercise aims to enhance interoperability, operational readiness, information sharing, and bilateral military cooperation, with emphasis on emerging battlefield technologies.

Detailed Explanation:

The 22nd edition of Exercise Yudh Abhyas 2026, an annual bilateral military exercise between the Indian Army and the US Army, commenced on 9 September 2026 and will continue until 28 September 2026.

Yudh Abhyas 2026 is being conducted in a two-theatre format at Bikaner, Rajasthan, and Auli, Uttarakhand, India.

The exercise aims to enhance interoperability, operational readiness, information sharing, and bilateral military cooperation, with emphasis on emerging battlefield technologies.

The exercise is being conducted under the broader Operation Pathways framework, which focuses on strengthening interoperability, information sharing, and operational readiness between the Indian and US armies.

Yudh Abhyas 2026 focuses on high-altitude warfare, long-range precision fires, counter-drone capabilities, multi-domain operations, and joint combat readiness.

 

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) successfully conducted a Flight Acceptance Hot Test of the CE20 cryogenic engine at 220 kN (22-tonne) thrust for LVM3 (Launch Vehicle Mark-3) missions at Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.

The test was conducted for the seventh operational mission of LVM3, designated LVM3-M7, at the Main Engine & Stage Test Facility (MET) of the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri.

The CE20 is an indigenous cryogenic engine that uses Liquid Oxygen (LOX) and Liquid Hydrogen (LH2) as propellants and powers the upper stage of the heavy-lift LVM3 launch vehicle.

Detailed Explanation:

ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) successfully conducted a Flight Acceptance Hot Test of the CE20 cryogenic engine at 220 kN (22-tonne) thrust for LVM3 (Launch Vehicle Mark-3) missions at Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.

The test was conducted for the seventh operational mission of LVM3, designated LVM3-M7, at the Main Engine & Stage Test Facility (MET) of the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri.

The CE20 is an indigenous cryogenic engine that uses Liquid Oxygen (LOX) and Liquid Hydrogen (LH2) as propellants and powers the upper stage of the heavy-lift LVM3 launch vehicle.

The C32 stage of LVM3 integrates the CE20 engine, and its uprated thrust of 22 tonnes is aimed at enhancing the payload-carrying capability of LVM3.

The main objective of the flight acceptance test was to validate the CE20 engine’s performance and systems at the 22-tonne thrust level for future LVM3 missions.

The CE20 engine performance met all test objectives, confirming the satisfactory performance of the engine systems.

Cryogenic engines for every LVM3 mission undergo hot testing as part of the flight acceptance process before being used for flight.

ISRO developed a Nozzle Protection System (NPS) to enable hot testing of the upper-stage engine under sea-level conditions, even though its nozzle is designed for high-altitude operations.

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), launched a collaboration with Saylor University, USA, to integrate Saylor’s digital learning resources into the NIELIT Digital University (NDU) platform.

The partnership was formally inaugurated by S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, who attended the event as the Chief Guest in New Delhi, Delhi.

The integration will enable learners on the NDU platform to access quality, self-paced global courses from Saylor University, providing greater flexibility and choice in digital learning.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), launched a collaboration with Saylor University, USA, to integrate Saylor’s digital learning resources into the NIELIT Digital University (NDU) platform.

The partnership was formally inaugurated by S. Krishnan, Secretary, MeitY, who attended the event as the Chief Guest in New Delhi, Delhi.

The integration will enable learners on the NDU platform to access quality, self-paced global courses from Saylor University, providing greater flexibility and choice in digital learning.

The partnership aims to create a unified national and international digital learning ecosystem by combining NIELIT’s digital platform with global learning resources.

During the event, NIELIT signed MoUs with 8 partner organisations from the association, industry and academia sectors.

Major organisations involved in the 8 MoUs included the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), National Association of Software and Services Companies (NASSCOM), Electronics Sector Skills Council of India (ESSCI), and Pearson India Education Services Pvt. Ltd.

 

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

TRISHNA stands for Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment and is a joint Earth-observation mission of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and France’s Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES).

CNES has expressed complete trust in ISRO despite the recent PSLV failures; TRISHNA is planned to be launched using the PSLV.

PSLV-C62 carrying EOS-N1 failed on 12 January 2026 due to an anomaly in the third stage, while PSLV-C61 carrying EOS-09 failed on 18 May 2025, also due to a third-stage anomaly.

The main objective of TRISHNA is high-resolution monitoring of Earth’s surface temperature, emissivity, biophysical variables and radiation variables for surface energy-budget assessment.

Detailed Explanation:

TRISHNA stands for Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment and is a joint Earth-observation mission of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and France’s Centre National d'Etudes Spatiales (CNES).

CNES has expressed complete trust in ISRO despite the recent PSLV failures; TRISHNA is planned to be launched using the PSLV.

PSLV-C62 carrying EOS-N1 failed on 12 January 2026 due to an anomaly in the third stage, while PSLV-C61 carrying EOS-09 failed on 18 May 2025, also due to a third-stage anomaly.

The main objective of TRISHNA is high-resolution monitoring of Earth’s surface temperature, emissivity, biophysical variables and radiation variables for surface energy-budget assessment.

The mission focuses on water security, food security, climate-change monitoring and efficient water-resource management, particularly through evapotranspiration monitoring.

TRISHNA carries two primary payloads: Thermal Infra-Red (TIR) developed by CNES and Visible-Near Infra-Red-Short Wave Infra-Red (VNIR-SWIR) developed by ISRO

 

21) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), launched the Operational Guidelines for DILRMP 3.0 during a hybrid event at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.

Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP) 3.0 is a Central Sector Scheme (CSS) with a budgetary outlay of ₹565.50 crore for 2026–2031.

The programme will assign a 14-digit Bhu-Aadhaar, also known as the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN), to every land parcel in India.

 

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), launched the Operational Guidelines for DILRMP 3.0 during a hybrid event at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi.

Digital India Land Records Modernisation Programme (DILRMP) 3.0 is a Central Sector Scheme (CSS) with a budgetary outlay of ₹565.50 crore for 2026–2031.

DILRMP 3.0 aims to develop an integrated GIS-based digital land records ecosystem by connecting land records, maps, registrations, and related data.

Under DILRMP 3.0, each state can develop its own “land stack” by integrating land-related datasets and systems through APIs, which will form the building blocks of a federated national land stack.

The programme will assign a 14-digit Bhu-Aadhaar, also known as the Unique Land Parcel Identification Number (ULPIN), to every land parcel in India.

DILRMP 3.0 provides for full georeferencing of cadastral maps, helping create more accurate and integrated digital land records.

75 high-footfall Sub-Registrar Offices will be upgraded into modern Registration Seva Kendras (RSKs), modelled on Passport Seva Kendras.

 

22) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The NAKSHA initiative will be accelerated to create GIS-based urban land records and support the issuance of Urban Property Cards (UrPro Cards).

NAKSHA stands for National geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban HAbitations and focuses on improving urban land mapping and property records.

DILRMP 3.0 will also focus on scanning legacy land records and creating a registration repository to improve accessibility and management of historical land data.

Detailed Explanation:

The NAKSHA initiative will be accelerated to create GIS-based urban land records and support the issuance of Urban Property Cards (UrPro Cards).

NAKSHA stands for National geospatial Knowledge-based land Survey of urban HAbitations and focuses on improving urban land mapping and property records.

DILRMP 3.0 will also focus on scanning legacy land records and creating a registration repository to improve accessibility and management of historical land data.

The programme is expected to help farmers access institutional credit and reduce the need for repeated visits to government offices by improving digital access to land-related services.

Under the earlier phases of DILRMP, 99.9% of Records of Rights (RoR) and 97% of cadastral maps had been digitised, while 99% of Sub-Registrar Offices had been computerised.

 

23) Answer: D

Pawan Hans, India’s state-owned helicopter service provider, is preparing to re-enter the seaplane segment after a gap of around 15 years by wet-leasing two seaplanes.

The first seaplane service of the renewed initiative is expected to commence by December 2026.

Pawan Hans had earlier launched seaplane services in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands in 2009.

The renewed seaplane initiative aims to diversify Pawan Hans’ operations and improve transport connectivity to coastal and underserved regions.

The proposed water-aerodrome hub for the new seaplane operations is expected to be located in Andhra Pradesh.

 

24) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation) is India’s indigenous Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS), jointly developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI).

GAGAN improves GPS accuracy by providing real-time correction and integrity information, thereby enabling safer and more reliable aircraft navigation.

The integrity information provided by GAGAN alerts pilots when a GPS signal is not suitable for navigation, improving flight safety.

GAGAN has been fully operational since 2015, placing India among the countries with operational SBAS technology.

Detailed Explanation:

GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation) is India’s indigenous Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS), jointly developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and the Airports Authority of India (AAI).

GAGAN improves GPS accuracy by providing real-time correction and integrity information, thereby enabling safer and more reliable aircraft navigation.

The integrity information provided by GAGAN alerts pilots when a GPS signal is not suitable for navigation, improving flight safety.

GAGAN has been fully operational since 2015, placing India among the countries with operational SBAS technology.

In June 2026, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) successfully conducted India’s first satellite-based landing system approach on a commercial jet aircraft using GAGAN, marking a major advancement in indigenous aviation technology.

GAGAN supports satellite-based landing approaches and strengthens India’s capabilities in precision aviation navigation.

GSAT-8, GSAT-10 and GSAT-15 are India’s geostationary satellites carrying GAGAN payloads, which broadcast GAGAN’s correction and integrity information to users.

 

25) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India’s space sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by private participation, indigenous technology, commercialisation and international partnerships.

India’s space economy is currently valued at around US$8 billion and, according to a Jefferies report, is projected to reach US$40–45 billion by 2030, nearly five times its current size.

India aims to increase its share of the global space economy to around 8% by 2030 and has set a long-term target of building a US$100-billion space economy by 2040.

Private participation in India’s space sector was opened in 2020, followed by the Indian Space Policy 2023 and liberalised FDI rules.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s space sector is undergoing rapid transformation driven by private participation, indigenous technology, commercialisation and international partnerships.

India’s space economy is currently valued at around US$8 billion and, according to a Jefferies report, is projected to reach US$40–45 billion by 2030, nearly five times its current size.

India aims to increase its share of the global space economy to around 8% by 2030 and has set a long-term target of building a US$100-billion space economy by 2040.

Private participation in India’s space sector was opened in 2020, followed by the Indian Space Policy 2023 and liberalised FDI rules.

India now has more than 400 space startups, compared with only one startup in 2014, highlighting the rapid expansion of the private space ecosystem.

Major private space companies include Skyroot Aerospace, Pixxel, Agnikul Cosmos and Dhruva Space, which are developing launch vehicles, satellites, Earth-observation systems and other space technologies.

Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 is India’s first privately developed orbital rocket and is designed to place up to 350 kg into Low Earth Orbit (LEO).

The government has introduced a ₹1,000-crore Venture Capital Fund to support the growth of India’s private space ecosystem.

The IN-SPACe Seed Fund provides financial support of up to ₹1 crore to eligible space-sector startups.

26) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Veteran Tamil scholar, renowned orator, and cultural icon Solomon Pappaiah passed away at the age of 90 on 11 September 2026 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, following an age-related illness.

Solomon Pappaiah was born on 22 February 1936 at Sathangudi village, Thirumangalam, Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

In 2021, he was honoured with the Padma Shri, India’s 4th-highest civilian award, in the field of Literature and Education for his contribution to Tamil literature.

Solomon Pappaiah became the first Pattimandram moderator to receive the prestigious Padma Shri award.

Detailed Explanation:

Veteran Tamil scholar, renowned orator, and cultural icon Solomon Pappaiah passed away at the age of 90 on 11 September 2026 in Madurai, Tamil Nadu, following an age-related illness.

Solomon Pappaiah was born on 22 February 1936 at Sathangudi village, Thirumangalam, Madurai, Tamil Nadu.

In 2021, he was honoured with the Padma Shri, India’s 4th-highest civilian award, in the field of Literature and Education for his contribution to Tamil literature.

Solomon Pappaiah became the first Pattimandram moderator to receive the prestigious Padma Shri award.

Apart from the Padma Shri, the Government of Tamil Nadu honoured him with the Kalaimamani Award in 2000 for his contribution to Tamil language and literature.

Solomon Pappaiah also appeared in selected Tamil films, including Mudhalvan (1999), Boys (2003), and Sivaji: The Boss (2007).

His major contributions included Tamil education, literature, public oratory, Pattimandram debates, and mentoring generations of students.

 

27) Answer: E

National Forest Martyrs Day is observed every year on 11 September in India to honour people who sacrificed their lives to protect forests, wildlife and the environment.

The observance recognises the contribution of forest protectors and communities whose lives and livelihoods are closely connected with forests.

The Ministry of Environment and Forests announced the observance of National Forest Martyrs Day on 11 September in 2013.

 

28) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The United Nations observes 9 September every year as the International Day to Protect Education from Attack.

The day aims to raise awareness about protecting students, teachers, schools and educational institutions from attacks, particularly in conflict-affected areas.

2026 Theme: “Can Education Survive Attack? The Resilience of Human Communities.”

Detailed Explanation:

The United Nations observes 9 September every year as the International Day to Protect Education from Attack.

The day aims to raise awareness about protecting students, teachers, schools and educational institutions from attacks, particularly in conflict-affected areas.

2026 Theme: “Can Education Survive Attack? The Resilience of Human Communities.”

The United Nations General Assembly established the observance through Resolution A/RES/74/275, adopted on 28 May 2020.

The resolution was introduced by Qatar and co-sponsored by 62 countries.

The first observance of the International Day to Protect Education from Attack was held on 9 September 2020.

29) Answer: A

The RBI introduced the Unified Market Infrastructure (UMI) in October 2025 to support the digitisation and tokenisation of India’s financial asset ecosystem.

The objective of the RBI’s UMI initiative is to make ownership of financial assets easier for retail users, similar to how UPI simplified digital payments.

SEBI is also moving towards corporate bond tokenisation, with plans for a pilot project, indicating growing regulatory interest in blockchain-based financial infrastructure.

30) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Axis Bank Limited launched the 4th edition of Sparsh Week, its flagship nationwide customer engagement initiative, themed “Act with Speed”, from 7 to 11 September 2026 across India.

Axis Bank is using digital innovation to improve customer experience, including a fully digital auto and two-wheeler loan process that enables loan disbursement within 30 minutes.

The initiative also focuses on employee training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and various innovation programmes to accelerate customer service and improve operational efficiency.

Sparsh Week aims to reduce service friction, improve the Net Promoter Score (NPS), and strengthen customer experience through faster and actionable customer insights

Detailed Explanation:

Axis Bank Limited launched the 4th edition of Sparsh Week, its flagship nationwide customer engagement initiative, themed “Act with Speed”, from 7 to 11 September 2026 across India.

Sparsh Week 2026 involved more than 90 Axis Bank leaders, with participation spanning from Kashmir to Kanyakumari and Kutch to Kohima.

The initiative aims to conduct more than 2.5 lakh customer interactions across diverse customer touchpoints and convert customer feedback into faster action through digital innovation and enhanced engagement platforms.

Key programmes under Sparsh Week 2026 include leadership immersion, customer listening, MSME sector forums, NRI sector forums, and customer outreach initiatives.

Axis Bank is using digital innovation to improve customer experience, including a fully digital auto and two-wheeler loan process that enables loan disbursement within 30 minutes.

The initiative also focuses on employee training in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and various innovation programmes to accelerate customer service and improve operational efficiency.

Sparsh Week aims to reduce service friction, improve the Net Promoter Score (NPS), and strengthen customer experience through faster and actionable customer insights