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1) As of 2026, IDFC First Bank’s ‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’ is primarily designed for which category of customers?

(a) High net-worth individuals with premium banking accounts

(b) Small business owners seeking working capital loans

(c) First-time users and individuals with no credit history

(d) International travellers requiring forex benefits

(e) Corporate employees with salary accounts

2) As of 2026, National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX)  launched a Price Protection Scheme to help farmers manage price volatility through which financial instrument?

(a) Put options

(b) Call options

(c) Futures contracts

(d) Forward contracts

(e) Crop insurance bonds

3) In 2026, Mastercard’s first fully authenticated agentic commerce transaction in India was conducted using which technology interface?

(a) Blockchain-based smart contract platform

(b) UPI AutoPay system

(c) NFC-based offline payment system

(d) Large Language Model (LLM)-powered interface

(e) Biometric Aadhaar authentication gateway

4) Which company has received a Certificate of Registration (CoR) from the RBI to operate as a Type II  Non-Deposit Taking NBFC  Investment and Credit Company (NBFC-ND (ICC))?

(a) Paytm Payments Bank

(b) PhonePe Financial Services

(c) Airtel Money

(d) Jio Financial Services

(e) Amazon Pay India

5) What is the total estimated cost of the Great Nicobar Project approved by the National Green Tribunal?

(a) ₹51,000 crore

(b) ₹65,000 crore

(c) ₹72,500 crore

(d) ₹81,000 crore

(e) ₹95,000 crore

6) The Demwe Lower Hydel Project in Arunachal Pradesh, recently granted an extension of environmental clearance till 2037, has a planned capacity of__________MW.

(a) 1,200 MW

(b) 1,500 MW

(c) 1,250 MW

(d) 2,000 MW

(e) 1,750 MW

7) In 2026, the Losar Festival, marking the Tibetan New Year, is being celebrated from 18 to 20 February in McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh. The Losar Festival 2026 marks the beginning of which year in the Tibetan zodiac cycle?

(a) Wood Dragon Year

(b) Water Tiger Year

(c) Earth Monkey Year

(d) Fire Horse Year

(e) Metal Ox Year

8) As of 2026, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the first Mumbai Climate Week at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra, Mumbai. Under which scheme did Union Minister Prahlad Joshi announce the installation of one lakh additional solar pumps in Maharashtra?

(a) National Solar Mission

(b) PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana

(c) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM)

(d) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana

(e) Atal Jyoti Yojana

9) In 2026, India–France Year of Innovation 2026 during the three-day visit of the French President to India. The Defence Acquisition Council approved the procurement of how many Rafale fighter aircraft from Dassault Aviation?

(a) 114

(b) 72

(c) 96

(d) 99

(e) 126

10) Who was sworn in as the 11th Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the 2026 General Elections?

(a) Sheikh Hasina

(b) Tarique Rahman

(c) Khaleda Zia

(d) Muhammad Yunus

(e) Sajeeb Wazed

11) What is the name of the first indigenously designed and built Cadet Training Ship (CTS) of the Indian Navy launched at Larsen & Toubro Shipyard, Kattupalli?

(a) INS Godavari

(b) INS Kaveri

(c) INS Narmada

(d) CTS Krishna

(e) CTS Ganga

12) On February2026, the vision of MAHASAGAR, highlighted during Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh’s interaction with ASEAN Navy Chiefs, stands for___________

(a) Maritime Harmony and Security Alliance for Global Action and Reform

(b) Maritime and Homeland Security Agreement for Regional Resilience

(c) Maritime Alliance for Humanitarian Assistance and Sustainable Global Action

(d) Multilateral Accord for Hydrographic Safety and Regional Growth

(e) Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions

13) The UN Fellowship Training Programme on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Control for the Asia-Pacific region is organised by which UN body?

(a) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)

(b) United Nations Peacebuilding Commission (UNPBC)

(c) United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA)

(d) United Nations Security Council (UNSC)

(e) United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research (UNIDIR)

14) As of 2026, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the merger of Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited (HLFL) with which company?

(a) Shriram Finance Limited

(b) NDL Ventures Limited

(c) Tata Capital Financial Services

(d) Mahindra Finance Limited

(e) L&T Finance Holdings

15) In 2026, Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) has formed a majority-owned Joint Venture (JV) with which company for its expansion into Nigeria?

(a) Tropical General Investments (TGI) Group

(b) Unilever Nigeria

(c) Dangote Group

(d) Nestlé Nigeria

(e) Olam International

16) As of 2026, India and France signed a Joint Declaration of Intent to enhance cooperation in which sector during President Emmanuel Macron’s visit to India?

(a) Space exploration

(b) Agricultural technology

(c) Civil nuclear energy

(d) Maritime security

(e) Critical and rare earth minerals

17) In 2026, Tejaswin Shankar won a gold medal at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships in which event?

(a) Men’s Decathlon

(b) Men’s High Jump

(c) Men’s Long Jump

(d) Men’s Heptathlon

(e) Men’s Pole Vault

18) In 2026, Renowned documentary filmmaker Frederick Wiseman, who passed away at the age of 96, was associated with which filmmaking style?

(a) Expressionism

(b) Neorealism

(c) Direct Cinema

(d) Surrealism

(e) German Expressionism

19) On 20 February observed  as Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day. In which year, Arunachal Pradesh attained full statehood and became the 24th state of India ?

(a) 1987

(b) 1985

(c) 1989

(d) 1990

(e) 1992

20) In 2026, World Day of Social Justice is observed annually on which date?

(a) 10 February

(b) 15 February

(c) 20 February

(d) 25 February

(e) 28 February

Answers :

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

IDFC First Bank launched ‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’, a Fixed Deposit (FD)-backed credit card aimed at first-time users and individuals with no credit history.

The card requires no eligibility conditions such as credit score or income proof; customers can avail it by opening a minimum FD of ₹10,000, with the credit limit set at 100% of the FD value.

Detailed Explanation:

IDFC First Bank launched ‘Hello Cashback Credit Card’, a Fixed Deposit (FD)-backed credit card aimed at first-time users and individuals with no credit history.

The card requires no eligibility conditions such as credit score or income proof; customers can avail it by opening a minimum FD of ₹10,000, with the credit limit set at 100% of the FD value.

It integrates standard credit card functionalities, including contactless payments, Equated Monthly Installment (EMI) conversion options, and enhanced security features.

The card provides tiered online cashback:

3% on the first ₹10,000 of online spending per billing cycle.

5% spendsbeyond ₹10,000.

1% cashback on UPI payments made through IDFC FIRST Bank apps.

The joining fee is ₹1,000, waived until March 31, 2026, and the annual fee is ₹1,000, fully waived on annual spends of ₹2 lakh or more, and 50% waived on ₹1 lakh spends.

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) launched a Price Protection Scheme to help farmers manage price volatility through put options trading in turmeric, jeera, and dhaniya (coriander).

Under the scheme, NABARD subsidises premiums for put options for Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) across seven states.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) and National Commodity & Derivatives Exchange (NCDEX) launched a Price Protection Scheme to help farmers manage price volatility through put options trading in turmeric, jeera, and dhaniya (coriander).

Under the scheme, NABARD subsidises premiums for put options for Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) across seven states.

Eligible organisations include FPOs promoted by NABARD, Small Farmers Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC), National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC), NAFED, State Rural Livelihood Missions, and cooperatives.

The scheme has been launched in Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, and Karnataka.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Mastercard completed India’s first fully authenticated agentic commerce transaction at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, showcasing AI-led payments.

The transaction was conducted inside a Large Language Model (LLM)-powered interface, using tokenisation to replace card details with secure digital identifiers, reducing fraud risk.

Detailed Explanation:

Mastercard completed India’s first fully authenticated agentic commerce transaction at the India AI Impact Summit 2026, showcasing AI-led payments.

The transaction was conducted inside a Large Language Model (LLM)-powered interface, using tokenisation to replace card details with secure digital identifiers, reducing fraud risk.

The initiative is part of Mastercard’s Agentic Commerce Framework and aligns with its Agent Pay Framework for secure AI-driven payments.

The demonstration involved Mastercard cards issued by Axis Bank and RBL Bank, with payment processing by Cashfree, Juspay, PayU, and Razorpay.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Airtel Money, a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, has received a Certificate of Registration (CoR) from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as a Type II – Non-Deposit Taking Non-Banking Financial Company – Investment and Credit Company (Type II NBFC-ND (ICC)).

The CoR was issued under Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934, bearing Registration No. N-14.03676.

Detailed Explanation:

Airtel Money, a subsidiary of Bharti Airtel, has received a Certificate of Registration (CoR) from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to operate as a Type II – Non-Deposit Taking Non-Banking Financial Company – Investment and Credit Company (Type II NBFC-ND (ICC)).

The CoR was issued under Section 45-IA of the RBI Act, 1934, bearing Registration No. N-14.03676.

Being a non-deposit taking NBFC, Airtel Money is prohibited from accepting public deposits, ensuring compliance with RBI prudential norms.

The company is authorised to engage in credit and investment-related activities, including lending and financial transactions, without soliciting deposits from the public.

Type II NBFC-ND (ICC) entities are regulated by RBI, do not accept public deposits, but may interact with customers and raise funds from financial institutions.

5) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The National Green Tribunal has approved the Rupees 81,000 crore Great Nicobar Project, cited its strategic importance while imposed strict environmental safeguards.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Green Tribunal has approved the Rupees 81,000 crore Great Nicobar Project, cited its strategic importance while imposed strict environmental safeguards.

The six-member bench headed by Justice Prakash Shrivastava upheld the Environmental Clearance granted in November 2022 and directed strict compliance with all conditions.

The National Green Tribunal upheld the Environmental Clearance granted in November 2022 and found no valid ground to interfere.

The tribunal stated that national interest and strategic requirements must be balanced with environmental protection.

The project will proceed under strict monitoring and legally binding environmental conditions.

The Great Nicobar Project was conceived by NITI Aayog in 2021 under Maritime Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The 1,750-megawatt Demwe Lower Hydel Project in Arunachal Pradesh has received an 11-year extension of environmental clearance till 2037.

The approval was granted by the Expert Appraisal Committee under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in January 2026, citing prolonged litigation delays.

Detailed Explanation:

The 1,750-megawatt Demwe Lower Hydel Project in Arunachal Pradesh has received an 11-year extension of environmental clearance till 2037.

The approval was granted by the Expert Appraisal Committee under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change in January 2026, citing prolonged litigation delays.

The Demwe Lower Project is a 1,750-megawatt hydel project on the Lohit River spanning Anjaw and Lohit districts of Arunachal Pradesh.

It originally received Environmental Clearance in February 2010, which was set to expire in 2020.

The validity has now been extended till 2037, treating litigation period as a “zero period” as per a 2025 Office Memorandum.

The project is currently developed by Greenko Demwe Power Limited, which cited delays due to proceedings before the National Company Law Tribunal and the National Green Tribunal.

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Losar Festival 2026, marking the Tibetan New Year, is being celebrated from 18 to 20 February in McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh.

The festival marks the beginning of the Fire Horse Year as per the Tibetan lunar calendar.

Detailed Explanation:

The Losar Festival 2026, marking the Tibetan New Year, is being celebrated from 18 to 20 February in McLeod Ganj, Himachal Pradesh.

The festival marks the beginning of the Fire Horse Year as per the Tibetan lunar calendar.

The presence of Tibetan spiritual leader Dalai Lama has added spiritual significance to the celebrations.

Losar Festival 2026 is being observed from 18 to 20 February in McLeod Ganj, the headquarters of the Tibetan exile community in India.

The festival marks the beginning of the Fire Horse Year, which occurs once in 60 years in the Tibetan zodiac cycle.

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The first edition of Mumbai Climate Week is a three-day event concluding on 19 February 2026.

Union Minister Prahlad Joshi announced the installation of one lakh additional solar pumps in Maharashtra under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM) Scheme to strengthen agricultural energy security.

Detailed Explanation:

Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis inaugurated the first Mumbai Climate Week at the Jio World Convention Centre in Bandra, Mumbai.

The three-day global conclave aims to promote actionable climate solutions, renewable energy expansion and sustainable transition strategies, particularly for the Global South.

The event is organised by Project Mumbai in partnership with the Government of Maharashtra and supported by the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation.

The first edition of Mumbai Climate Week is a three-day event concluding on 19 February 2026.

The core theme focuses on practical and actionable climate solutions with emphasis on urban resilience and renewable energy expansion.

Special attention is given to climate challenges faced by the Global South.

Union Minister Prahlad Joshi announced the installation of one lakh additional solar pumps in Maharashtra under the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Scheme to strengthen agricultural energy security.

The inauguration was attended by dignitaries including Pankaja Munde, Ritu Tawde and Sanjay Mukherjee.

9) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Prime MinisterNarendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron launched the India–France Year of Innovation 2026 during the three-day visit of the French President to India from 17–19 February 2026.

Defence cooperation remains a key pillar, with India’s Defence Acquisition Council approving the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter aircraft manufactured by Dassault Aviation.

Out of 114 aircraft, 18 will be delivered in flyaway condition, while the remaining aircraft will be manufactured in India.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime MinisterNarendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron launched the India–France Year of Innovation 2026 during the three-day visit of the French President to India from 17–19 February 2026.

It builds upon the India–France Strategic Partnership established in 1998.

Focus areas include Artificial Intelligence, Digital Public Infrastructure, emerging technologies, and joint research and development programmes.

Defence cooperation remains a key pillar, with India’s Defence Acquisition Council approving the procurement of 114 Rafale fighter aircraft manufactured by Dassault Aviation.

Out of 114 aircraft, 18 will be delivered in flyaway condition, while the remaining aircraft will be manufactured in India.

India currently operates 36 Rafale aircraft in the Indian Air Force and has ordered 26 naval variants for the Indian Navy, enhancing air combat capability and defence industrial cooperation.

The initiative strengthens cooperation in the Indo-Pacific region, where France is a resident power due to overseas territories such as Réunion Island.

France reiterated its support for India’s permanent membership in a reformed United Nations Security Council.

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Tarique Rahman, Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was sworn in as the 11th Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the 2026 General Elections.

Detailed Explanation:

Tarique Rahman, Chairperson of the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), was sworn in as the 11th Prime Minister of Bangladesh after the 2026 General Elections.

He became the first Prime Minister after the July Revolution, marking a major political transition in Bangladesh.

His swearing-in ended the 18-month Interim Administration led by Muhammad Yunus, who served as Chief Adviser from August 2024 to February 2026.

Muhammad Yunus resigned on 16 February 2026, paving the way for the formation of the elected government.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The first indigenously designed and built Cadet Training Ship (CTS) ‘Krishna (Yard 18003)’ of the Indian Navy was launched at Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Shipbuilding facility, Kattupalli near Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

Detailed Explanation:

The first indigenously designed and built Cadet Training Ship (CTS) ‘Krishna (Yard 18003)’ of the Indian Navy was launched at Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Shipbuilding facility, Kattupalli near Chennai, Tamil Nadu.

The ship was launched by Anupama Chauhan, President of Defence Wives Welfare Association (DWWA), in the presence of General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS).

CTS Krishna is the first of three Cadet Training Ships being constructed by M/s L&T Shipyard under a contract signed with the Ministry of Defence on 07 March 2023.

The ship is named after River Krishna, the third longest river in India, following Naval naming traditions.

12) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh interacted with visiting Navy Chiefs and Naval delegations from nine ASEAN member states in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on February 19, 2026.

The meeting highlighted India’s commitment to its Act East Policy and the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).

Detailed Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh interacted with visiting Navy Chiefs and Naval delegations from nine ASEAN member states in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh on February 19, 2026.

The meeting highlighted India’s commitment to its Act East Policy and the vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).

Shri Rajnath Singh welcomed the growing participation of ASEAN navies in MILAN, which has expanded from four foreign navies in 1995 to 74 nations in 2026, marking its largest-ever edition.

Importance of the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) – Conclave of Chiefs and the International Fleet Review 2026 was emphasised for fostering trust and operational familiarity among Indo-Pacific partners.

The discussions focused on the Sea Phase of MILAN 2026, including complex maritime drills such as anti-submarine warfare (ASW), air defence, and search-and-rescue operations.

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Army (IA) is hosting the first-ever United Nations (UN) Fellowship Training Programme on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Control for the Asia-Pacific region from 16 February to 6 March 2026.

The training is organized by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) through its Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD).

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Army (IA) is hosting the first-ever United Nations (UN) Fellowship Training Programme on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Control for the Asia-Pacific region from 16 February to 6 March 2026.

The event is being held at the Military College of Materials Management (MCMM), Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh (MP).

This marks the first time the programme is being held in Asia.

The training is organized by the United Nations Office for Disarmament Affairs (UNODA) through its Regional Centre for Peace and Disarmament in Asia and the Pacific (UNRCPD).

The programme is conducted under the aegis of the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) and the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

Delegates from 13 countries (including nations like Australia, Bangladesh, Philippines, and Thailand) across the Asia-Pacific region are participating in the event.

14) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposed merger of Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited (HLFL) with NDL Ventures Limited (NDL).

Detailed Explanation:

The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposed merger of Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited (HLFL) with NDL Ventures Limited (NDL).

The merger aims to consolidate and integrate the businesses of Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited into NDL Ventures Limited.

NDL Ventures Limited (NDL) currently has no active business operations (following the demerger of its media business).

Hinduja Leyland Finance Limited (HLFL) is an NBFC-Asset Finance Company focused on providing small-ticket loans to urban and semi-urban retail customers.

15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) signed a definitive agreement to form a majority-owned Joint Venture (JV) with Tropical General Investments Group (TGI Group), Nigeria.

Detailed Explanation:

Reliance Consumer Products Limited (RCPL) signed a definitive agreement to form a majority-owned Joint Venture (JV) with Tropical General Investments Group (TGI Group), Nigeria.

The partnership marks a key milestone in RCPL’s Global Expansion Strategy and is subject to customary regulatory and legal approvals.

Under the JV, RCPL will introduce a wide range of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) products in Nigeria by leveraging TGI Group’s manufacturing capabilities and distribution network.

The move aims at strengthening RCPL’s international presence through strategic collaboration in the African FMCG market.

16) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India and France signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on Critical Minerals Cooperation during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Macron held bilateral talks in Mumbai and agreed to enhance cooperation in critical and rare earth minerals to strengthen supply chain resilience for the green and digital economy.

Detailed Explanation:

India and France signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on Critical Minerals Cooperation during the visit of French President Emmanuel Macron to India.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi and President Macron held bilateral talks in Mumbai and agreed to enhance cooperation in critical and rare earth minerals to strengthen supply chain resilience for the green and digital economy.

India and France agreed to collaborate in exploration, extraction, processing and recycling of critical minerals and rare earth elements.

The partnership aims to build diversified and resilient supply chains for sectors such as clean energy, electric vehicles, semiconductors and advanced manufacturing.

Both sides decided to establish a Joint Advanced Technology Development Group to strengthen cooperation in emerging technologies.

A Letter of Intent was signed between India’s Department of Science and Technology and France’s National Centre for Scientific Research to set up a Centre on Advanced Materials.

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s Tejaswin Shankar clinched a historic gold medal at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships held in Tianjin, China.

Tejaswin Shankar won Gold Medal in Men’s Heptathlon with 5,993 points.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s Tejaswin Shankar clinched a historic gold medal at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships held in Tianjin, China.

He won the men’s heptathlon event with a record-breaking performance, marking India’s only gold medal at the championship.

Tejaswin Shankar won Gold Medal in Men’s Heptathlon with 5,993 points.

He created a new National Indoor Record with this performance.

He surpassed his earlier best of 5,650 points set in 2021 in the United States of America.

18) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Renowned American documentary filmmakerFrederick Wiseman passed away at the age of 96 in Massachusetts,United States of America (USA).

He was born on January 1, 1930, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Frederick Wiseman was widely regarded as a master of observational filmmaking (often associated with Direct Cinema).

Detailed Explanation:

Renowned American documentary filmmakerFrederick Wiseman passed away at the age of 96 in Massachusetts,United States of America (USA).

He was born on January 1, 1930, in Boston, Massachusetts.

Frederick Wiseman was widely regarded as a master of observational filmmaking (often associated with Direct Cinema).

In 2016, he received an Honorary Academy Award (Oscar) from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences for his extraordinary contribution to documentary filmmaking.

19) Answer: A

Arunachal Pradesh Foundation Day is observed on 20 February to mark the granting of statehood to Arunachal Pradesh in 1987.

Arunachal Pradesh attained full statehood on 20 February 1987, becoming the 24th state of India.

It functioned as a Union Territory from 1972 until 1987 before being granted statehood.

The state is situated at the foothills of the Himalayas and is the largest state in North-East India by area.

20) Answer: C

The World Day of Social Justice is annually observed on 20 February to promote efforts toward poverty eradication, full employment and social integration.

It is a global observance and not a public holiday.

The day has been observed since 2009 following its proclamation by the United Nations on 26 November 2007.