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1) Which of the following statements is correct regarding the recently approved Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool)?

(a) It is backed by a sovereign guarantee of ₹12,980 crore to ensure maritime insurance coverage

(b) It replaces the International Group of Protection and Indemnity (IGP&I) Clubs globally

(c) It provides insurance only for domestic coastal shipping and excludes international routes

(d) It is managed entirely by foreign reinsurance companies under IRDAI supervision

(e) It covers only cargo insurance and excludes vessel-related liabilities

 

2) Consider the following statements regarding Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) revision approved in 2026:

1. The revised DA/DR will be effective from 01 January 2026.
2. The increase is 2% over the existing rate of 58% of Basic Pay/Pension.
3. The revision is based on recommendations of the 8th Central Pay Commission.
4. The decision will benefit more than 1 crore Central Government employees and pensioners combined.

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 3 and 4 only

(d) 2 and 4 only

(e) 1, 2, 3 and 4

 

3) Under which scheme have farmers contributed land for the development of Amaravati capital city and been allotted returnable plots as part of project benefits?

(a) Smart Cities Mission

(b) AMRUT Scheme

(c) Land Acquisition Reform Scheme

(d) Land Pooling Scheme

(e) National Urban Renewal Mission

4) In 2026, the World Bank Group’s ‘Water Forward’ initiative is launched in collaboration with multilateral development banks (MDBs) and development finance institutions (DFIs), to improve water security for 1 billion people by which year?

(a) 2025

(b) 2027

(c) 2030

(d) 2032

(e) 2035

5) In 2026, the approval for NSE’s investment in the proposed National Coal Exchange of India Limited was granted under which regulation?

(a) Regulation 25(1) of SECC Regulations, 2018

(b) Regulation 30(3) of SECC Regulations, 2018

(c) Regulation 38(2) of SECC Regulations, 2018

(d) Regulation 40(1) of SECC Regulations, 2018

(e) Regulation 45(2) of SECC Regulations, 2018

6) Under the 3rd edition of AICTE(All-India Council for Technical Education)-VAANI (Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages) Scheme, what is the annual financial support provided by the Government of India?

(a) ₹2 crore

(b) ₹3 crore

(c) ₹5 crore

(d) ₹4 crore

(e) ₹6 crore

7) Consider the following statements regarding the Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026:

1. The Bill proposed 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies.
2. It was passed in the Lok Sabha as it secured the required two-thirds majority.
3. Constitutional Amendment Bills require a two-thirds majority of members present and voting, along with at least 50% of the total strength of the House.
4. It became the first Constitutional Amendment Bill in the last 12 years introduced by the Government led by the Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

(a) 2 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 2 and 4 only

(e) 1, 3 and 4 only

 

8) Under the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (FY 2025–26), the guarantee cover per borrower was earlier ₹10 crore and has now been increased to________

(a) ₹12 crore

(b) ₹15 crore

(c) ₹18 crore

(d) ₹25 crore

(e) ₹20 crore

9) Consider the following statements regarding the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026:

1. The Bill was passed unanimously by the Punjab Legislative Assembly.
2. It proposes life imprisonment and a fine up to ₹25 lakh for serious acts of sacrilege.
3. It replaces provisions under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) with the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
4. The Bill has been sent to the Governor of Punjab for assent.

Which of the following statements is NOT correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 3 only

(c) 2 and 4 only

(d) 1, 3 and 4 only

(e) 1, 2, 3 and 4

 

10) In 2026, the ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management awarded to the Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) was issued by which organisation?

(a) ISO Council

(b) World Bank

(c) Bureau Veritas

(d) UNDP

(e) BIS (Bureau of Indian Standards)

11) As of 2026, the Meghalaya Official Languages Ordinance grants official language status to which of the following languages, along with English?

(a) Bodo and Manipuri

(b) Khasi and Garo

(c) Mizo and Khasi

(d) Garo and Nepali

(e) Khasi and Mizo

12) According to the World Economic Forum report “Growth in the New Economy: Towards a Blueprint” (April 2026), the global economy is projected to expand by approximately_______.

(a) USD 45 trillion

(b) USD 50 trillion

(c) USD 52 trillion

(d) USD 54 trillion

(e) USD 56 trillion

13) Who was crowned Miss Sake India 2026 at an event held in Mumbai?

(a) Nishita Yogesh Antarkar

(b) Akansha Shrivastava

(c) Ananya Pandey

(d) Rhea Sharma

(e) Meera Iyer

14) Who has been appointed as Secretary in the Rajya Sabha Secretariat?

(a) Dr. T. K. Viswanathan

(b) Dr. K. S. Somashekhar

(c) P. K. Mishra

(d) Rajiv Kumar

(e) Amitabh Kant

15) Who has been elected for a third term as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha?

(a) P. J. Kurien

(b) Bhupender Yadav

(c) M. Venkaiah Naidu

(d) Ghulam Nabi Azad

(e) Harivansh Narayan Singh

16) In 2026, INS Sunayna, part of the IOS SAGAR initiative, recently completed its port call at which country after completing a three-day Operational Turnaround (OTR)?

(a) Indonesia

(b) Thailand

(c) Vietnam

(d) Malaysia

(e) Philippines

 

17) In 2026, ISRO’s Space Applications Centre (SAC) signed an MoU with which organisation to support sustainable land management in India?

(a) Wildlife Institute of India

(b) Indian Institute of Science

(c) Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE)

(d) National Remote Sensing Centre

(e) TERI

18) In news, Indian Space Research Organisation’s G20 Satellite Mission for Studying Climate Change, Air Pollution and Weather Patterns Set for 2027 Launch. It created history by becoming the first country to launch how many satellites in a single mission without collision?

(a) 72 satellites

(b) 96 satellites

(c) 101 satellites

(d) 104 satellites

(e) 150 satellites

 

19) In 2026, the discovery of the new species Calamaria garoensis (Garo Hills reed snake) was published in which journal?

(a) Nature

(b) Science

(c) Taprobanica

(d) Lancet

(e) Current Biology

 

20) In 2026, Gautam Adani recently became the richest person in Asia, surpassing Mukesh Ambani. What is his estimated net worth as per the latest reports?

(a) USD 92.6 billion

(b) USD 90.8 billion

(c) USD 88.2 billion

(d) USD 95.4 billion

(e) USD 100.1 billion

21) As of 2026, N. Ramachandran, who recently passed away, served as the President of which organisation from 2014 to 2017?

(a) Sports Authority of India

(b) Commonwealth Games Federation

(c) World Squash Federation

(d) Board of Control for Cricket in India

(e) Indian Olympic Association

 

22) What is the theme for World Liver Day on 19 April 2026?

(a) Healthy Liver, Healthy Life

(b) Liver Care for Future

(c) Solid Habits, Strong Liver

(d) Protect Your Liver Today

(e) Liver Wellness for All

 

23) According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gautam Adani is currently ranked at which position globally?

(a) 15th

(b) 19th

(c) 20th

(d) 21st

(e) 25th

24) As of 2026, ISRO’s commercial satellite launch missions have included payloads from how many countries?

(a) 28 countries

(b) 30 countries

(c) 32 countries

(d) 34 countries

(e) 36 countries


Answers:

1) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the creation of a domestic insurance pool named the ‘Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool)’.

The pool will be backed by a sovereign guarantee of ₹12,980 crore to ensure continuous maritime insurance coverage.

It aims to provide affordable insurance for vessels and cargo moving between international ports and Indian ports, including during transit through volatile maritime corridors.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the creation of a domestic insurance pool named the ‘Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool)’.

The pool will be backed by a sovereign guarantee of ₹12,980 crore to ensure continuous maritime insurance coverage.

It aims to provide affordable insurance for vessels and cargo moving between international ports and Indian ports, including during transit through volatile maritime corridors.

The initiative addresses rising risks due to global volatility and geopolitical instability, which have increased marine insurance costs and uncertainty.

Currently, India relies heavily on the International Group of Protection and Indemnity (IGP&I) Clubs for third-party liability insurance.

These include coverage for oil pollution liability, wreck removal, cargo damage, crew injury and repatriation, and collision liabilities.

The BMI Pool will ensure domestic maritime risk coverage to maintain sovereignty and trade continuity, even during sanctions or geopolitical disruptions.

 

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners.

The revised DA/DR will be effective from 01 January 2026 (01.01.2026).

The increase is 2% over the existing rate of 58% of Basic Pay/Pension, aimed at compensating for price rise (inflation impact).

The revision follows the accepted formula based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC).

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved an additional instalment of Dearness Allowance (DA) for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners.

The revised DA/DR will be effective from 01 January 2026 (01.01.2026).

The increase is 2% over the existing rate of 58% of Basic Pay/Pension, aimed at compensating for price rise (inflation impact).

The combined financial burden on the exchequer will be approximately ₹6,791.24 crore per annum.

The decision will benefit around 50.46 lakh Central Government employees and 68.27 lakh pensioners.

The revision follows the accepted formula based on the recommendations of the 7th Central Pay Commission (7th CPC).

The move aims to provide income support and inflation protection to government employees and pensioners.

 

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has secured ₹40,887 crore so far for the development of Amaravati, the greenfield capital city of Andhra Pradesh.

The state government plans to raise an additional ₹15,000 crore from the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

Farmers who contributed land under the Land Pooling Scheme have been allotted around 70,000 returnable plots.

Detailed Explanation:

The Andhra Pradesh Capital Region Development Authority (APCRDA) has secured ₹40,887 crore so far for the development of Amaravati, the greenfield capital city of Andhra Pradesh.

The state government plans to raise an additional ₹15,000 crore from the World Bank and the Asian Development Bank (ADB).

The total estimated requirement for the Amaravati capital city project exceeds ₹43,000 crore, indicating a funding gap that is yet to be addressed.

Major funding sources include NaBFID (₹7,500 crore), HUDCO (₹11,000 crore), and NABARD (₹7,387 crore), apart from multilateral loans.

The project includes development of over 1,200 km of last-mile connectivity, along with cycle tracks, footpaths, and underground utility infrastructure.

The Amaravati master plan integrates existing villages with new urban development, ensuring a balanced urban expansion model.

All 26 villages in the capital region have been classified as “R1 Zone” and retained wherever feasible in the master plan.

Land pooled under the scheme is being developed into residential, commercial, and recreational zones to build a world-class capital city.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group, announced the launch of ‘Water Forward’, a global platform to improve water security for 1 billion people by 2030.

The initiative is launched in collaboration with multilateral development banks (MDBs) and development finance institutions (DFIs).

Water Forward aims to expand reliable water services, enhance resilience against droughts and floods, and support economic growth and job creation.

Detailed Explanation:

Ajay Banga, President of the World Bank Group, announced the launch of ‘Water Forward’, a global platform to improve water security for 1 billion people by 2030.

The initiative is launched in collaboration with multilateral development banks (MDBs) and development finance institutions (DFIs).

Water Forward aims to expand reliable water services, enhance resilience against droughts and floods, and support economic growth and job creation.

The platform adopts country-led water compacts, aligning policy reforms, financing, partnerships, and investment-ready projects.

These compacts enable governments to define reform priorities, strengthen institutions, and create investment pathways in the water sector.

The World Bank Group (WBG) aims to provide water security to 400 million people by 2030, while partner institutions will cover an additional 600 million people.

Farmers who contributed land under the Land Pooling Scheme have been allotted around 70,000 returnable plots.

They have received ₹1,800 crore as annuity and ₹618 crore as pensions, along with 5,024 housing units for the poor.

The project also provides access to healthcare and education facilities, supporting inclusive urban development.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to invest in the proposed National Coal Exchange of India Limited.

This approval marks a significant step toward establishing a formalised coal trading platform in India.

The approval was granted under Regulation 38(2) of the SECC Regulations, 2018.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) has received approval from the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to invest in the proposed National Coal Exchange of India Limited.

This approval marks a significant step toward establishing a formalised coal trading platform in India.

The initiative will enable the creation of a structured electronic spot trading system for coal.

The proposed exchange will introduce standardised contracts, ensuring uniform trading practices in coal markets.

It will also support transparent price discovery mechanisms, improving efficiency in coal pricing.

A clear settlement mechanism will be established for producers, consumers, and traders.

The approval was granted under Regulation 38(2) of the SECC Regulations, 2018.

After regulatory clearance, NSE is expected to approach the Coal Controller Organisation for licensing approval.

The initiative aligns with government reforms promoting commercial coal mining and liberalised coal sales.

6) Answer: D

The All-India Council for Technical Education has launched the third edition of the AICTE-VAANI Scheme (Vibrant Advocacy for Advancement and Nurturing of Indian Languages) to promote the use of Indian languages in technical education and research and improve accessibility for students from diverse linguistic backgrounds.

The scheme was launched by Yogesh Singh, highlighting the importance of making technical knowledge accessible in native languages.

A dedicated online portal has been introduced to simplify participation by institutions.

The scheme aims to promote research and publication in Indian languages, strengthen academia–industry collaboration, and enable students to understand technical concepts in their mother tongue.

The initiative addresses the language gap between school education and higher technical education, where many students shift from regional languages to English-medium learning.

Under VAANI 3.0, the Government will provide ₹4 crore annually to support academic activities.

More than 200 conferences, seminars, and workshops will be funded each year, with selected institutions receiving ₹2 lakh each.

Activities will be conducted in 22 regional languages, including Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Bengali, Marathi, Gujarati, Kannada, Malayalam, Punjabi, and Urdu.

The scheme will support programmes in 16 emerging domains such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Quantum Technology, Hydrogen Energy, Cybersecurity, Space and Defence, and Agrotechnology.

7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposed 33% reservation for women in the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies, was defeated in the Lok Sabha despite receiving more votes in favour than against, as it failed to secure the required two-thirds special majority needed for a Constitutional Amendment.

The Bill proposed 33% reservation for women in the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies to increase women’s representation in law-making bodies.

Detailed Explanation:

The Constitution (131st Amendment) Bill, 2026, which proposed 33% reservation for women in the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies, was defeated in the Lok Sabha despite receiving more votes in favour than against, as it failed to secure the required two-thirds special majority needed for a Constitutional Amendment.

The Bill proposed 33% reservation for women in the Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies to increase women’s representation in law-making bodies.

Voting results in the Lok Sabha were:

298 votes in favour

230 votes against

360 votes required (two-thirds of the total strength of 543 members).

Constitutional Amendment Bills require:

two-thirds majority of members present and voting, and

at least 50% of the total strength of the House, which the Bill could not achieve.

It became the first Constitutional Amendment Bill in the last 12 years introduced by the Government led by the Honourable Prime Minister Narendra Modi to be defeated in the Lok Sabha.

 

8) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Government of India recognised over 55,200 startups during Financial Year 2025–26, the highest annual addition since the launch of the Startup India Initiative on 16 January 2016, reflecting strong growth in India’s startup ecosystem.

Total recognised startups in India crossed 2.23 lakh as of 31 March 2026.

Under the Fund of Funds for Startups, more than ₹7,000 crore has been disbursed to over 135 Alternative Investment Funds, which invested over ₹26,900 crore in 1,420+ startups.

Under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, 219 incubators have been selected with a committed corpus of ₹945 crore to support early-stage startups.

The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups was expanded during Financial Year 2025–26, increasing guarantee cover from ₹10 crore to ₹20 crore per borrower and reducing annual guarantee fees for lenders.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India recognised over 55,200 startups during Financial Year 2025–26, the highest annual addition since the launch of the Startup India Initiative on 16 January 2016, reflecting strong growth in India’s startup ecosystem.

Total recognised startups in India crossed 2.23 lakh as of 31 March 2026.

Recognised startups have generated more than 23.36 lakh direct jobs across the country.

Startup expansion has been observed across sectors such as financial technology (FinTech), education technology (EdTech), health technology (HealthTech) and deep technology (DeepTech).

Under the Fund of Funds for Startups, more than ₹7,000 crore has been disbursed to over 135 Alternative Investment Funds, which invested over ₹26,900 crore in 1,420+ startups.

Under the Startup India Seed Fund Scheme, 219 incubators have been selected with a committed corpus of ₹945 crore to support early-stage startups.

The Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups was expanded during Financial Year 2025–26, increasing guarantee cover from ₹10 crore to ₹20 crore per borrower and reducing annual guarantee fees for lenders.

 

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Honourable Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, announced that the Punjab Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026.

The Bill has been sent to the Governor of Punjab, Gulab Chand Kataria, for assent.

The Bill proposes life imprisonment and a fine up to ₹25 lakh for serious acts of sacrilege, particularly against the Guru Granth Sahib.

It seeks to strengthen provisions under the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2008.

Detailed Explanation:

The Honourable Chief Minister of Punjab, Bhagwant Mann, announced that the Punjab Legislative Assembly has unanimously passed the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar (Amendment) Bill, 2026.

The Bill has been sent to the Governor of Punjab, Gulab Chand Kataria, for assent.

The Bill proposes life imprisonment and a fine up to ₹25 lakh for serious acts of sacrilege, particularly against the Guru Granth Sahib.

It seeks to strengthen provisions under the Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act, 2008.

The Punjab Government stated that provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita are not stringent enough to deal with sacrilege-related offences.

The Bill reflects a zero-tolerance policy towards religious disrespect and aims to strengthen law and order in sensitive matters.

The legislation was passed unanimously by the Punjab Legislative Assembly, indicating political consensus across parties.

 

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has become the first water utility in India to receive the ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management.

The recognition, announced on April 14, 2026, highlights efforts toward efficient energy use and sustainable urban infrastructure in Bengaluru.

The certification was issued by Bureau Veritas, a global certification agency.

Detailed Explanation:

The Bangalore Water Supply and Sewerage Board (BWSSB) has become the first water utility in India to receive the ISO 50001:2018 certification for energy management.

The recognition, announced on April 14, 2026, highlights efforts toward efficient energy use and sustainable urban infrastructure in Bengaluru.

The certification was issued by Bureau Veritas, a global certification agency.

The certification covers key operations including:

bulk water pumping stations at TK Halli, Harohalli, and Tataguni,

operations at Cauvery Bhavan headquarters,

continuous water supply systems across Greater Bengaluru.

ISO 50001 focuses on:

improving energy efficiency,

reducing operational costs,

lowering carbon emissions.

The Bill has been forwarded to the Governor of Punjab for assent and will become law after approval.

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Meghalaya Government has approved the Meghalaya Official Languages Ordinance, 2026, granting official language status to Khasi and Garo along with English.

The decision was taken by the State Cabinet under the leadership of Chief Minister Conrad Sangma and aims to strengthen indigenous identity and improve administrative accessibility.

Khasi and Garo, spoken by the two largest tribal communities of Meghalaya, will now be used in government communication and administrative functioning.

English will continue as the linking language in the State.

The Meghalaya State Language Act, 2005 will be repealed following the new ordinance.

Detailed Explanation:

The Meghalaya Government has approved the Meghalaya Official Languages Ordinance, 2026, granting official language status to Khasi and Garo along with English.

The decision was taken by the State Cabinet under the leadership of Chief Minister Conrad Sangma and aims to strengthen indigenous identity and improve administrative accessibility.

Khasi and Garo, spoken by the two largest tribal communities of Meghalaya, will now be used in government communication and administrative functioning.

English will continue as the linking language in the State.

The Meghalaya State Language Act, 2005 will be repealed following the new ordinance.

Members of the Meghalaya Legislative Assembly will be able to speak and debate in Khasi and Garo.

The languages may also be introduced in government examinations and recruitment processes after implementation frameworks are prepared.

The move follows long-standing demands from local communities and aims to strengthen cultural identity and governance accessibility.

The decision is expected to support Meghalaya’s demand for inclusion of Khasi and Garo in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution of India, which currently recognises 22 languages and provides support for language development, representation in official examinations, and greater national recognition.

12) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The World Economic Forum released its April 2026 report titled ‘Growth in the New Economy: Towards a Blueprint’ highlighting global economic trends.

The global economy is projected to expand by USD 56 trillion over the next five years, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and other emerging technologies.

Detailed Explanation:

The World Economic Forum released its April 2026 report titled ‘Growth in the New Economy: Towards a Blueprint’ highlighting global economic trends.

The global economy is projected to expand by USD 56 trillion over the next five years, driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and other emerging technologies.

Growth will be concentrated in sectors where digitisation and automation significantly improve productivity.

Key growth sectors include Information Technology (IT) services, advanced manufacturing, energy, and other technology-driven industries.

Middle-income economies are expected to become major contributors to global expansion.

These economies are projected to contribute around 65% of cumulative global GDP growth (2025–2030).

 

13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Nishita Yogesh Antarkar was crowned Miss Sake India 2026 at an event held in Mumbai.

The event was organised by Hirohama India Pvt. Ltd. to promote Japanese sake culture and strengthen India–Japan cultural ties.

Nishita Yogesh Antarkar, a business owner and trained Kathak dancer with over 16 years of experience, was crowned Miss Sake India 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

Nishita Yogesh Antarkar was crowned Miss Sake India 2026 at an event held in Mumbai.

The event was organised by Hirohama India Pvt. Ltd. to promote Japanese sake culture and strengthen India–Japan cultural ties.

Nishita Yogesh Antarkar, a business owner and trained Kathak dancer with over 16 years of experience, was crowned Miss Sake India 2026.

The event was held at Robata Kuuraku and recognised her as a cultural ambassador of Japanese sake in India.

She was crowned by the outgoing titleholder Akansha Shrivastava.

The ceremony highlighted growing cultural cooperation between India and Japan through promotion of traditional sake culture.

Key dignitaries present included Toshihiro Kaneko, Chisato Tateno, Mika Onishii, and Mika Eoka.

 

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Hon’ble Chairman of the Rajya Sabha has appointed Dr. K. S. Somashekhar as Secretary in the Rajya Sabha Secretariat.

He is a 1993-batch entrant to the Secretariat and has served in multiple key roles including Additional Secretary, Joint Secretary, and Director.

Detailed Explanation:

The Hon’ble Chairman of the Rajya Sabha has appointed Dr. K. S. Somashekhar as Secretary in the Rajya Sabha Secretariat.

He is a 1993-batch entrant to the Secretariat and has served in multiple key roles including Additional Secretary, Joint Secretary, and Director.

He has extensive experience in parliamentary interpretation, administration, and committee work.

He has also served in senior positions in the Government of Karnataka.

Dr. Somashekhar has represented India in international parliamentary forums, strengthening India’s parliamentary diplomacy.

15) Answer: E

Harivansh Narayan Singh has been elected for a third term as Deputy Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, becoming the first nominated Member of Parliament (MP) to hold this position.

He was elected unopposed after the Opposition candidate withdrew, reflecting broad political consensus across parties.

Harivansh Narayan Singh is a journalist-turned-politician and has been serving as Deputy Chairman since 2018.

 

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR – INS Sunayna departed Phuket, Thailand after completing a three-day Operational Turnaround (OTR).

During the visit, IOS SAGAR conducted professional, strategic, and cultural engagements with the Royal Thai Navy.

These engagements significantly strengthened bilateral naval cooperation between India and Thailand.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR – INS Sunayna departed Phuket, Thailand after completing a three-day Operational Turnaround (OTR).

This marked the successful completion of its second port call during the ongoing IOS SAGAR deployment.

During the visit, IOS SAGAR conducted professional, strategic, and cultural engagements with the Royal Thai Navy.

These engagements significantly strengthened bilateral naval cooperation between India and Thailand.

The Commanding Officer, Commander Siddharth Chaudhary, held a meeting with Rear Admiral Sathaporn Wajarat, Chief of Staff, Third Naval Area Command (RTN).

 

17) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) through its Space Applications Centre (SAC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE).

The partnership aims to revolutionize sustainable land management in India.

The initiative will develop standardized protocols for ecosystem monitoring and generate policy-ready data for land-use planning.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) through its Space Applications Centre (SAC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ashoka Trust for Research in Ecology and the Environment (ATREE).

The partnership aims to revolutionize sustainable land management in India.

The initiative will develop standardized protocols for ecosystem monitoring and generate policy-ready data for land-use planning.

It combines ISRO’s satellite-based mapping technology with ATREE’s field-based ecological validation.

The collaboration will support land-use planning, climate action, biodiversity conservation, and rural livelihoods.

The project will map nearly 319,675 square kilometres (sq. km), covering around 10% of India’s total land area.

 

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a G20 satellite to study climate change, air pollution, and weather patterns, with a planned launch in 2027.

ISRO has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first country to launch 104 satellites in a single mission without collision.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is developing a G20 satellite to study climate change, air pollution, and weather patterns, with a planned launch in 2027.

India is playing a lead role in this G20 collaborative space initiative, highlighting its growing status in global space leadership.

ISRO has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first country to launch 104 satellites in a single mission without collision.

The organisation has conducted several commercial space missions, launching 433 satellites from 34 countries into orbit, strengthening its presence in the global space launch market.

ISRO aims to send an Indian astronaut to the Moon by 2040, positioning India among leading spacefaring nations.

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

A team of scientists from India and Indonesia discovered a new species of burrowing reed snake named Calamaria garoensis.

The species was discovered in Oragitok, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya.

The new snake is commonly known as the Garo Hills reed snake.

The discovery was published in the international peer-reviewed journal Taprobanica.

Detailed Explanation:

A team of scientists from India and Indonesia discovered a new species of burrowing reed snake named Calamaria garoensis.

The species was discovered in Oragitok, West Garo Hills, Meghalaya.

The new snake is commonly known as the Garo Hills reed snake.

The discovery was published in the international peer-reviewed journal Taprobanica.

Calamaria garoensis belongs to the genus Calamaria, commonly called reed snakes.

Reed snakes are known to be small, secretive, and burrowing in nature.

These snakes were often misidentified earlier as Calamaria pavimentata, which is now recognised as a species complex.

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, has overtaken Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, to become the richest person in Asia.

According to the latest estimates, Gautam Adani’s net worth reached USD 92.6 billion, surpassing Mukesh Ambani’s USD 90.8 billion, following a strong rise in Adani Group stocks.

The increase in Gautam Adani’s wealth is mainly driven by the rise in market value of 10 listed companies of the Adani Group.

Detailed Explanation:

Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, has overtaken Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries, to become the richest person in Asia.

According to the latest estimates, Gautam Adani’s net worth reached USD 92.6 billion, surpassing Mukesh Ambani’s USD 90.8 billion, following a strong rise in Adani Group stocks.

The increase in Gautam Adani’s wealth is mainly driven by the rise in market value of 10 listed companies of the Adani Group.

The Adani Group operates across sectors such as ports and logistics, renewable energy, airports and infrastructure, coal and natural resources.

The recent growth reflects strong investor interest in India’s infrastructure expansion and energy transition sectors.

For more than a decade, Mukesh Ambani had held the position of India’s richest person, but rankings have seen changes in recent years due to stock market fluctuations.

Mukesh Ambani’s wealth is largely driven by businesses of Reliance Industries in telecommunications, retail and energy sectors.

According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gautam Adani is currently ranked 19th globally.

Elon Musk remains the richest person in the world.

 

21) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Narayana Ramachandran (N. Ramachandran), popularly known as ‘Rami’, passed away at the age of 77 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

He was born in 1948 in Chennai and was one of India’s most influential sports administrators.

He served as President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) from 2014 to 2017.

Detailed Explanation:

Narayana Ramachandran (N. Ramachandran), popularly known as ‘Rami’, passed away at the age of 77 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

He was born in 1948 in Chennai and was one of India’s most influential sports administrators.

He served as President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) from 2014 to 2017.

Earlier, he held key roles in IOA as Associate Vice-President (2001) and Vice-President (2005).

He also served as President of the World Squash Federation (WSF) from 2008 to 2016.

In 2000, he established the Indian Squash Academy (ISA) in Chennai to develop squash talent with world-class training facilities.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

World Liver Day is observed every year on 19 April to raise awareness about liver health and encourage preventive care against liver-related diseases.

The theme for 2026 is “Solid Habits, Strong Liver”, highlighting the role of healthy daily lifestyle choices in protecting liver function.

Detailed Explanation:

World Liver Day is observed every year on 19 April to raise awareness about liver health and encourage preventive care against liver-related diseases.

The theme for 2026 is “Solid Habits, Strong Liver”, highlighting the role of healthy daily lifestyle choices in protecting liver function.

The liver is the largest internal organ in the human body, located in the upper right part of the abdomen.

It performs over 500 essential functions, including metabolism, digestion, detoxification, and nutrient processing.

The liver converts carbohydrates into glucose, metabolises fats, and synthesises proteins required for body repair and growth.

 

23) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gautam Adani is currently ranked 19th globally.

Elon Musk remains the richest person in the world.

Detailed Explanation:

According to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Gautam Adani is currently ranked 19th globally.

Elon Musk remains the richest person in the world.

Other global top billionaires include Jeff Bezos, Sergey Brin, Mark Zuckerberg, Larry Ellison, Michael Dell, Jensen Huang, Bernard Arnault, and Jim Walton.

Gautam Adani and Mukesh Ambani are the only Indians featured among the world’s top 50 billionaires.

Gautam Adani’s rise reflects broader trends in India’s economy, including rapid infrastructure development, growing focus on renewable energy and increasing global investor interest.

24) Answer: D

ISRO has also completed major commercial satellite launches, including payloads from 34 countries, including its heaviest commercial satellite mission.

The Samudrayaan project involves the development of a 2.2-meter diameter titanium vessel with 100 mm thickness for deep ocean exploration.