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1) Recently, the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) launched the Gold 10 Grams Futures Contract. Which of the following statements about this contract is correct?

(a) The contract size is 1 kilogram of gold and is traded under the symbol “GOLD1KG.”

(b) The contract allows optional delivery of gold, with traders choosing cash settlement if preferred.

(c) The minimum tick size for the contract is ₹1 per 10 grams of gold.

(d) The daily price limit is fixed at 3% and cannot be extended.

(e) Delivery will be through banks only, not via clearing house facilities.

2) In 2026, Chirag Paswan, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, inaugurated a modern Common Incubation Centre under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme (PMFME) scheme at which of the following universities?

(a) Tezpur University

(b) Dibrugarh University

(c) Gauhati University

(d) Assam University

(e) North-Eastern Hill University

3) Which ministry organised the AMRUT Mitra Mahotsav 2026 to recognise the contributions of women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) working as AMRUT Mitras under AMRUT 2.0?

(a) Ministry of Women and Child Development

(b) Ministry of Rural Development

(c) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

(d) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

(e) Ministry of Panchayati Raj

4) Under Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0, what was launched as a unique digital identifier for every rural drinking water scheme in India

(a) Sujal Gaon ID

(b) Pani Suraksha ID

(c) Gram Jal Portal

(d) JJM Digital Tracker

(e) Rural Water ID

5)  In 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently dedicated an elevated road corridor and laid the foundation for key inland waterway projects in Assam. Which of the following projects is included in this initiative?

(a) Elevated Road Corridor from Pandu Port to NH-27

(b) Kolkata–Howrah Inland Cruise Terminal

(c) Ganga Expressway in Uttar Pradesh

(d) Brahmaputra Bridge at Guwahati

(e) Mumbai–Pune Elevated Waterway

6) Which legal framework is the primary law in India to prevent child marriage and prescribe punishment for those who conduct or participate in it?

(a) Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015

(b) Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986

(c) Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012

(d) Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009

(e) Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006

7) According to the recent clarification involving the UPSC and the Supreme Court, which of the following statements about the appointment of a State Director General of Police (DGP) is correct?

(a) States can appoint an “acting DGP” indefinitely under existing police reforms.

(b) State governments must send names of eligible DGP-rank officers to UPSC at least three months before the retirement of the incumbent DGP.

(c) The Supreme Court has allowed states to delay sending names to UPSC if the incumbent DGP’s term is extended.

(d) UPSC has no role in the DGP appointment process.

(e) The appointment process is entirely governed by state police rules, not the Supreme Court.

8) In 2026, Gujarat successfully launched its first sounding rocket, marking the state’s entry into India’s private space technology ecosystem. Which of the following startups developed the rocket?

(a) Agni Aerospace Pvt. Ltd.

(b) Bellatrix Aerospace

(c) Skyroot Aerospace

(d) Omspace Rocket and Exploration Pvt. Ltd.

(e) Pixxel

9) As of 2026, Indian-origin entrepreneur Surya Midha became the youngest self-made billionaire at the age of 22. Which startup did he co-found?

(a) OpenAI

(b) Mercor

(c) ByteDance

(d) Neuralink

(e) DeepMind

10) Who has been appointed as a Whole-Time Member (WTM) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)?

(a) Ajay Tyagi

(b) Madhabi Puri Buch

(c) U.K. Sinha

(d) K.V. Ramana Murty

(e) S.S. Mundra

11) In 2026, Dr. Partha Biswas, who holds a Ph.D. in Defence & Strategic Studies, was awarded a Post-Doctoral Fellowship under which organization?

(a) University Grants Commission (UGC)

(b) Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR)

(c) Ministry of Defence

(d) Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR)

(e) Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR)

12) Who was sworn in as the 38th President of Chile following the 2025 presidential election?

(a) Gabriel Boric Font

(b) Michelle Bachelet

(c) Jose Antonio Kast Rist

(d) Sebastian Piñera

(e) Kirti Vardhan Singh

13) Where is Exercise Sea Dragon 2026, in which the Indian Navy is participating, being held?

(a) Hawaii

(b) Sydney

(c) Okinawa

(d) Andaman Islands

(e) Guam

14) Why did the IRNSS-1F satellite of India’s NavIC system stop providing Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services?

(a) Its last operational atomic clock failed

(b) Its solar panels stopped functioning

(c) It was deliberately decommissioned due to budget constraints

(d) It moved out of its designated orbital slot

(e) Its communication antenna was damaged

15) In 2026, the CE20 cryogenic engine tested by ISRO at the Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri, powers which part of India’s Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3)?

 

(a) First stage solid rocket booster

(b) Second stage liquid core stage

(c) Upper cryogenic stage

(d) Strap-on booster stage

(e) Payload fairing

 

16) Which Indian startup incubator has partnered with the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) to enhance collaboration between Indian and Japanese deep-tech startups?

(a) Indian Angel Network (IAN)

(b) Startup India Hub

(c) Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)

(d) Nasscom 10000 Startups

(e) Technology Hub (T-Hub)

17) Which Indian technology startup partnered with the National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB) to support Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies in the cement sector?

(a) Omspace Rocket and Exploration Pvt. Ltd.

(b) Pixxel

(c) Mercor

(d) TraceXero Technologies

(e) Skyroot Aerospace

18) Which Indian institute led the signing of the LoI with Japan’s Gifu University to establish the North East Region (NER)-Japan International Academic and Research Consortium?

(a) Tezpur University

(b) IIT-Guwahati

(c) Gauhati University

(d) North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology

(e) AIIMS-Guwahati

19) Recently Netflix launched Eyeline Studios in India to strengthen the AVGC ecosystem. In which city is this studio located?

(a) Bengaluru

(b) Mumbai

(c) Chennai

(d) Pune

(e) Hyderabad

20) Under the Student Satellite Programme led by ISRO’s U R Rao Satellite Centre, how many student satellites and payloads has IN-SPACe authorised so far?

(a) 10

(b) 11

(c) 15

(d) 17

(e) 20

21) Which country finished second in the medal standings at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi?

(a) Bosnia and Herzegovina

(b) Russia

(c) China

(d) Japan

(e) Germany

22)  In the men’s shot put F57 category at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026, who won the gold medal?

(a) Devendra Jhajharia

(b) Sharad Kumar

(c) Varun Singh

(d) Nishad Kumar

(e) Shubham Juyal

23) Who won the gold medal in the women’s 51kg category for India at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026 held in Bangkok?

(a) Chandrika Pujari

(b) Pooja Rani

(c) Lovlina Borgohain

(d) Saweety Boora

(e) Nikhat Zareen

24) With the Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing near the south pole in August 2023, India became the which number country to successfully land on the Moon?

(a) Second

(b) Third

(c) Fourth

(d) Fifth

(e) Sixth

 

25)  As of 2026, the launch of Netflix’s Eyeline Studios in Hyderabad aligns with which government initiative that focuses on creative and cultural industries in India?

(a) Digital India

(b) Startup India

(c) Make in India

(d) Orange Economy

(e) Skill India

 

Answers:  

1) Answer:  C

Short Explanation:

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has launched a Gold 10 Grams Futures Contract in its Commodity Derivatives Segment, effective March 16, 2026, after receiving SEBI approval.

The trading unit and delivery unit of the contract are fixed at 10 grams, and it will be traded under the symbol “GOLD10G.”

The contract price will be quoted per 10 grams of gold, with a minimum tick size of ₹1 per 10 grams.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has launched a Gold 10 Grams Futures Contract in its Commodity Derivatives Segment, effective March 16, 2026, after receiving SEBI approval.

The trading unit and delivery unit of the contract are fixed at 10 grams, and it will be traded under the symbol “GOLD10G.”

The contract price will be quoted per 10 grams of gold, with a minimum tick size of ₹1 per 10 grams.

NSE has set a daily base price limit of 6%, which can be extended to 9% after a 15-minute cooling-off period if the limit is breached.

The contracts will be monthly futures, with the last trading day being the final calendar day of the expiry month, or the previous working day if it falls on a holiday.

The delivery will be compulsory, with 10 grams of 999 purity gold, serially numbered and supplied by LBMA-approved suppliers or other NSE-approved suppliers, along with a quality certificate.

Delivery will be facilitated through designated clearing house facilities in Ahmedabad.

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Chirag Paswan, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, inaugurated a modern Common Incubation Centre at Tezpur University in Sonitpur district, Assam.

The centre has been established with full financial support from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme (PMFME).

Detailed Explanation:

Chirag Paswan, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, inaugurated a modern Common Incubation Centre at Tezpur University in Sonitpur district, Assam.

The centre has been established with full financial support from the Ministry of Food Processing Industries under the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro Food Processing Enterprises Scheme (PMFME).

The initiative aims to strengthen food processing innovation, entrepreneurship, and skill development in the North-Eastern region of India.

The Common Incubation Centre is a state-of-the-art facility designed to support micro food processing enterprises by providing technical assistance, training, and infrastructure for product development and testing.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) organised the AMRUT Mitra Mahotsav 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi to recognise the contributions of women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) working as AMRUT Mitras under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 (AMRUT 2.0).

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) organised the AMRUT Mitra Mahotsav 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi to recognise the contributions of women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) working as AMRUT Mitras under Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation 2.0 (AMRUT 2.0).

The national-level event witnessed participation of over 1,000 women and 300 officials from 30 States and Union Territories.

AMRUT Mitras from states including Arunachal Pradesh, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, Chhattisgarh, and Karnataka shared their experiences of improving urban water services and livelihoods through community participation.

4) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is implementing Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 to ensure safe drinking water supply to every rural household in India.

During the meeting, C. R. Paatil launched the “Sujal Gaon ID”, a unique digital identifier for every rural drinking water scheme in India.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Jal Shakti is implementing Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) 2.0 to ensure safe drinking water supply to every rural household in India.

The Union Government has extended the mission till December 2028 with an increased financial outlay and structural reforms focusing on digital transformation, quality infrastructure, community participation, and sustainability.

A key meeting on JJM 2.0 implementation was chaired by C. R. Paatil, Union Minister for Jal Shakti, with participation from State and Union Territory Ministers of Public Health Engineering Department (PHED), Rural Water Supply (RWS), and Panchayati Raj Departments.

V. Somanna, Minister of State for Jal Shakti, also participated in the meeting to discuss the implementation roadmap after Cabinet approval for the extension of the mission.

During the meeting, C. R. Paatil launched the “Sujal Gaon ID”, a unique digital identifier for every rural drinking water scheme in India.

 

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister of India shri Narendra Modi, dedicated an elevated road corridor connecting Pandu Port to National Highway-27 and laid the foundation for key inland waterway projects in Assam.

These projects aim to boost tourism, trade, and employment in Assam while strengthening the Brahmaputra River under National Waterway‑2 as a major transport and economic corridor.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister of India shri Narendra Modi, dedicated an elevated road corridor connecting Pandu Port to National Highway-27 and laid the foundation for key inland waterway projects in Assam.

These projects aim to boost tourism, trade, and employment in Assam while strengthening the Brahmaputra River under National Waterway‑2 as a major transport and economic corridor.

A total of four major projects worth ₹526 crore have been launched under the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI).

The projects include:
– Elevated Road Corridor from Pandu Port to NH-27 with an investment of ₹180 crore
– Cruise Terminal at Biswanath Ghat (foundation stone laid)
– Regional Centre of Excellence at Bogibeel in Dibrugarh with an investment of ₹188 crore
– Cruise Terminal at Neamati (foundation stone laid)

 

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Child marriage remains a serious social issue in India, affecting the rights, health, education, and overall development of children, particularly girls.

The main legal framework to prevent child marriage is the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, which prohibits child marriages and prescribes punishment for those who conduct, arrange, or participate in them.

Detailed Explanation:

Child marriage remains a serious social issue in India, affecting the rights, health, education, and overall development of children, particularly girls.

The Government of India has introduced laws, awareness campaigns, and digital platforms to prevent child marriage and promote the empowerment of young girls.

The main legal framework to prevent child marriage is the Prohibition of Child Marriage Act, 2006, which prohibits child marriages and prescribes punishment for those who conduct, arrange, or participate in them.

The Child and Adolescent Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act, 1986 also supports child protection by enabling authorities to act against violations involving children.

Under these laws, District Magistrates supervise enforcement and appoint District Nodal Officers (DNOs) for monitoring implementation.

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The appointment process for State Director General of Police (DGP) has been clarified following new directions involving the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and the Supreme Court of India.

The UPSC stated that state governments cannot delay sending the names of eligible DGP-rank officers for empanelment without prior approval from the Supreme Court.

Detailed Explanation:

The appointment process for State Director General of Police (DGP) has been clarified following new directions involving the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and the Supreme Court of India.

The UPSC stated that state governments cannot delay sending the names of eligible DGP-rank officers for empanelment without prior approval from the Supreme Court.

This clarification came after concerns that several states were violating earlier Supreme Court guidelines and delaying the DGP appointment process.

The Supreme Court also emphasised that there is no legal concept of an “acting DGP” under the existing police reform framework.

According to the guidelines issued in the Prakash Singh vs Union of India case, the state government must send a proposal to the UPSC at least three months before the retirement of the incumbent DGP.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Gujarat created history after its first sounding rocket was successfully launched, marking the state’s entry into India’s private space technology ecosystem.

The launch took place at Bavliyari village near Dholera in Gujarat.

The rocket was developed by Ahmedabad-based startup Omspace Rocket and Exploration Private Limited.

Detailed Explanation:

Gujarat created history after its first sounding rocket was successfully launched, marking the state’s entry into India’s private space technology ecosystem.

The launch took place at Bavliyari village near Dholera in Gujarat.

The rocket was developed by Ahmedabad-based startup Omspace Rocket and Exploration Private Limited.

The launch was conducted at around 1 PM from a temporary launch facility in the presence of Arjun Modhwadia, Gujarat’s Minister for Science and Technology.

The single-stage sub-orbital sounding rocket successfully reached an altitude of around 3 kilometres, completing its primary technical objectives.

The mission aimed to test advanced rocket technologies and demonstrate the capability of private companies in India’s space sector.

 

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Indian-origin entrepreneur Surya Midha has gained global attention after matching the youngest self-made billionaire milestone, which was earlier associated with Mark Zuckerberg.

Surya Midha achieved this milestone at the age of 22 and was featured in the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List with a personal net worth of $2.2 billion.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian-origin entrepreneur Surya Midha has gained global attention after matching the youngest self-made billionaire milestone, which was earlier associated with Mark Zuckerberg.

Surya Midha achieved this milestone at the age of 22 and was featured in the Forbes 2026 World’s Billionaires List with a personal net worth of $2.2 billion.

He is the co-founder of the Artificial Intelligence (AI) hiring startup Mercor, which was founded in 2023 along with Brendan Foody and Adarsh Hiremath.

Surya Midha was born in Mountain View, California and raised in San Jose, United States. From a young age, he demonstrated exceptional academic ability and strong communication skills.

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of Kompella Venkata (K.V.) Ramana Murty as Whole-Time Member (WTM) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

Detailed Explanation:

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved the appointment of Kompella Venkata (K.V.) Ramana Murty as Whole-Time Member (WTM) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).

K.V. Ramana Murty has been appointed for a term of three years from the date of assuming charge or until further orders.

With this appointment, the total number of Whole-Time Members (WTMs) on the SEBI board has increased to four.

K.V. Ramana Murty is a 1991-batch officer of the Indian Defence Accounts Service (IDAS).

 

11) Answer: B

Dr. Partha Biswas holds a Ph.D. in Defence & Strategic Studies and has pursued higher education in Defence Studies, Human Resources, and Human Rights.

He completed his studies at reputed institutions including the University of Calcutta, Jadavpur University, and Kanpur University.

Dr. Biswas was awarded a Post-Doctoral Fellowship under the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Jose Antonio Kast Rist, founder and leader of the Republican Party of Chile, was sworn in as the 38th President of Chile for a four-year term, following his victory in the 2025 Chilean presidential election.

Detailed Explanation:

Jose Antonio Kast Rist, founder and leader of the Republican Party of Chile, was sworn in as the 38th President of Chile for a four-year term, following his victory in the 2025 Chilean presidential election.

The inauguration ceremony took place at the National Congress in Valparaíso, Chile, in the Hall of Honor.

Kast received the Piocha de O’Higgins, a traditional symbol of the Chilean presidency, from outgoing President Gabriel Boric Font, marking the formal transfer of power.

Union Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh (MEA) represented the Government of India at the inauguration.

13) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Indian Navy is participating in Exercise Sea Dragon 2026, a United States Navy-led multinational anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise held in Guam throughout March 2026.

The exercise is hosted at Andersen Air Force Base and aims to enhance maritime cooperation and ASW capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Navy is participating in Exercise Sea Dragon 2026, a United States Navy-led multinational anti-submarine warfare (ASW) exercise held in Guam throughout March 2026.

The exercise is hosted at Andersen Air Force Base and aims to enhance maritime cooperation and ASW capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region.

Participating forces include the United States Navy, Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF), Japan Maritime Self‑Defence Force, Royal New Zealand Air Force, and the Indian Navy.

Exercise Sea Dragon is part of broader Indo-Pacific defence cooperation initiatives to strengthen maritime security and counter evolving submarine threats.

14) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

IRNSS-1F, a satellite of India’s NavIC navigation system, stopped providing Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services after its last operational atomic clock failed, completing its 10-year design life.

The satellite had three onboard atomic clocks, of which two had already malfunctioned earlier; the final clock failure limits IRNSS-1F to one-way broadcast messaging services.

Detailed Explanation:

IRNSS-1F, a satellite of India’s NavIC navigation system, stopped providing Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) services after its last operational atomic clock failed, completing its 10-year design life.

The satellite had three onboard atomic clocks, of which two had already malfunctioned earlier; the final clock failure limits IRNSS-1F to one-way broadcast messaging services.

Only three satellites—IRNSS‑1B, IRNSS‑1L, and IRNSS‑1J (NVS‑01)—are currently providing PNT services, whereas at least four fully operational satellites are required for reliable NavIC coverage.

Since 2013, ISRO has launched 11 NavIC satellites costing nearly ₹2,250 crore, but six satellites experienced failures, mainly due to defective imported atomic clocks, while others faced orbital issues.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a sea-level hot test of the Cryogenic Engine (CE20) at 22-tonne thrust at the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.

The CE20 cryogenic engine powers the upper cryogenic stage of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3), India’s heavy-lift launch vehicle.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully conducted a sea-level hot test of the Cryogenic Engine (CE20) at 22-tonne thrust at the ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC), Mahendragiri, Tamil Nadu.

The 165-second test used a Nozzle Protection System (NPS) and a multi-element igniter to safely conduct the engine test at sea level.

The CE20 cryogenic engine powers the upper cryogenic stage of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3), India’s heavy-lift launch vehicle.

The test supports the development of the uprated Cryogenic Stage (C32), which will operate the engine at 22-tonne thrust to increase the payload capacity of LVM3 for future missions.

16) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Technology Hub (T-Hub), India’s largest startup incubator based in Hyderabad, Telangana, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) to enhance collaboration between Indian and Japanese deep-tech startups.

The partnership aims to create high-impact innovation networks across deep-tech and manufacturing sectors.

Detailed Explanation:

Technology Hub (T-Hub), India’s largest startup incubator based in Hyderabad, Telangana, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO) to enhance collaboration between Indian and Japanese deep-tech startups.

The partnership aims to create high-impact innovation networks across deep-tech and manufacturing sectors.

Market Access: Japanese startups, corporates, and investors will gain access to India’s innovation ecosystem, while Indian startups will receive structured pathways to expand into Japan.

Focus Areas: The collaboration targets sectors like pharma and medical equipment, space and aerospace, defence, mobility, smart infrastructure, deep-tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI), emerging technologies, Industry 4.0, Internet of Things (IoT), and cloud computing.

Key Initiatives: The partnership includes curated startup exchange programs, corporate open-innovation engagements, market access support, regulatory guidance, and investor connect platforms.

 

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB), under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), partnered with TraceXero Technologies Private Limited, an Indian technology startup, to support Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies in the cement sector.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCB), under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I), partnered with TraceXero Technologies Private Limited, an Indian technology startup, to support Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) technologies in the cement sector.

NCB supports the cement and construction materials sector through research, technology development, laboratories, pilot facilities, and technical services, providing scientific assistance to industry, academia, and technology developers.

TraceXero Technologies has developed a process that captures Carbon Dioxide (CO2) using a proprietary solvent and converts it into graphitic carbon and graphene, turning emissions into valuable material resources.

The cement industry is a major contributor to global CO2 emissions, accounting for nearly 7%, highlighting the need for low-carbon and carbon-utilisation technologies.

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

22 institutions from NorthEast (NE) India, led by IIT-Guwahati, Assam, and Japan’s Gifu University signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to establish the North East Region (NER)-Japan International Academic and Research Consortium.

The LoI was signed during the Japan-North East Academic Industry Cooperation Symposium (JNTCS 2026) held at IIT-Guwahati.

Detailed Explanation:

22 institutions from NorthEast (NE) India, led by IIT-Guwahati, Assam, and Japan’s Gifu University signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) to establish the North East Region (NER)-Japan International Academic and Research Consortium.

The LoI was signed during the Japan-North East Academic Industry Cooperation Symposium (JNTCS 2026) held at IIT-Guwahati.

Aim: The consortium aims to foster collaboration in research and innovation among institutions in the NER and contribute to the region’s development.

Institutions Involved: Out of 22 NER institutions, key participants include 8 NITs, 2 IITs, North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology, AIIMS-Guwahati, NERIWALM, Tezpur University, Gauhati University, Cotton University, and Assam Engineering College.

 

19) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Netflix has launched Eyeline Studios, its global production and innovation studio, in Hyderabad, strengthening India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem.

The Hyderabad studio will function as part of Eyeline Studios’ global network, which includes centres in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Seoul, and London.

Detailed Explanation:

Netflix has launched Eyeline Studios, its global production and innovation studio, in Hyderabad, strengthening India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem.

The Hyderabad studio will function as part of Eyeline Studios’ global network, which includes centres in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Seoul, and London.

The initiative aims to strengthen India’s role in global production pipelines, promote technology adoption, and support talent development in the AVGC sector.

The launch aligns with the government’s “Orange Economy” initiative, which focuses on creative and cultural industries, including plans for 15,000 content creator labs across India.

 

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is expanding student participation in space missions, allowing students to design satellites and develop payloads under mentorship programs.

The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has authorised 17 student satellites and payloads, out of which 11 have already been successfully launched.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is expanding student participation in space missions, allowing students to design satellites and develop payloads under mentorship programs.

The Student Satellite Programme, led by U R Rao Satellite Centre, provides technical mentorship from ISRO scientists to universities for satellite development.

The Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) has authorised 17 student satellites and payloads, out of which 11 have already been successfully launched.

Initiatives like the RESPOND Programme and Space Technology Minor Course, approved by AICTE, strengthen space education in India.

The government allocates about ₹10 crore annually for space science outreach and student-focused programs.

21) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India delivered an outstanding performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.

Russia finished second in the medal standings with 35 medals, while Bosnia and Herzegovina secured the third position with three medals.

Detailed Explanation:

India delivered an outstanding performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi.

The three-day international event featured 257 athletes from eight countries competing in various track and field events.

India finished at the top of the medal table with a total of 208 medals, comprising 75 gold, 69 silver and 64 bronze medals.

The host nation dominated the competition, recording the highest number of podium finishes among all participating countries.

Russia finished second in the medal standings with 35 medals, while Bosnia and Herzegovina secured the third position with three medals.

22) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India delivered an outstanding performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi

India’s dominance was further highlighted by multiple podium sweeps, where Indian athletes secured all three medal positions in certain events.

In the men’s shot put F57 category, Shubham Juyal won the gold medal with a throw of 14.45 metres.

Detailed Explanation:

India delivered an outstanding performance at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 held at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi

India’s dominance was further highlighted by multiple podium sweeps, where Indian athletes secured all three medal positions in certain events.

In the men’s shot put F57 category, Shubham Juyal won the gold medal with a throw of 14.45 metres.

In the men’s 200 metres T37–T44 race, Rakeshbhai Bhatt won the gold medal with a timing of 25.20 seconds, leading an all-Indian podium finish.

In the men’s 800 metres T53–T54 event, Manojkumar Sabapathi secured the gold medal, further strengthening India’s position at the top of the medal standings

23) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

India finished with a total of five medals at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026, securing one gold, three silver and one bronze medal.

The tournament was held in Bangkok, Thailand from March 8 to March 15, 2026, featuring top young boxing talents from around the world.

Chandrika Pujari led India’s medal tally by winning the gold medal in the women’s 51kg category.

Detailed Explanation:

India finished with a total of five medals at the World Boxing Futures Cup 2026, securing one gold, three silver and one bronze medal.

The tournament was held in Bangkok, Thailand from March 8 to March 15, 2026, featuring top young boxing talents from around the world.

Chandrika Pujari led India’s medal tally by winning the gold medal in the women’s 51kg category.

In the final, Chandrika Pujari defeated Mardonova Nazokat of Uzbekistan by unanimous decision, demonstrating strong technical skills and control throughout the bout.

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India has made historic achievements in space:

Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing in August 2023 near the south pole, making India the fourth country to land on the Moon.

Aditya-L1 solar observation mission in 2023, second in the world after the US Parker Solar Probe.

Detailed Explanation:

India has made historic achievements in space:

Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing in August 2023 near the south pole, making India the fourth country to land on the Moon.

Aditya-L1 solar observation mission in 2023, second in the world after the US Parker Solar Probe.

India performed space docking in January 2025, becoming the fourth country to do so.

Shubhanshu Shukla flew to the International Space Station in June 2025, becoming the second Indian national in space.

ISRO-NASA joint satellite launched for high-resolution radar imagery of Earth.

BlueBird Block 2, launched in December, is the heaviest payload ever from India.

25) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Netflix has launched Eyeline Studios, its global production and innovation studio, in Hyderabad, strengthening India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem.

The launch aligns with the government’s “Orange Economy” initiative, which focuses on creative and cultural industries, including plans for 15,000 content creator labs across India.

Detailed Explanation:

Netflix has launched Eyeline Studios, its global production and innovation studio, in Hyderabad, strengthening India’s Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming, and Comics (AVGC) ecosystem.

The Hyderabad studio will function as part of Eyeline Studios’ global network, which includes centres in Los Angeles, Vancouver, Seoul, and London.

The initiative aims to strengthen India’s role in global production pipelines, promote technology adoption, and support talent development in the AVGC sector.

The launch aligns with the government’s “Orange Economy” initiative, which focuses on creative and cultural industries, including plans for 15,000 content creator labs across India.