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1) On how much land area has RBI’s second high-security Data Centre in Bhubaneswar been built to strengthen the safety, resilience, and continuity of critical financial infrastructure?

(a) 10 acres

(b) 15.25 acres

(c) 18.55 acres

(d) 20 acres

(e) 25 acres

2) According to ICRA (Investment Information and Credit Rating Agency of India Limited), India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is projected to moderate to what rate in Q3 FY26 (Oct–Dec 2025)?

(a) 6.8%

(b) 7.0%

(c) 7.5%

(d) 7.2%

(e) 8.0%


3) As of 2026, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has increased the aggregate exposure limit for acquisition financing by banks from 10% to what percentage of Tier-1 capital?

(a) 15%

(b) 20%

(c) 25%

(d) 30%

(e) 35%

4) Until which date can existing eligible NBFCs apply for deregistration through the PRAVAAH portal under RBI’s NBFC Amendment Directions, 2026?

(a) 30 September 2026

(b) 30 June 2026

(c) 31 March 2026

(d) 31 December 2026

(e) 31 October 2026

5) As of 2026, the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor, inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi, is India’s first operational corridor under which initiative?

(a) Namo Bharat

(b) Bharat Gati Shakti

(c) Smart Urban Transport

(d) Metro Connect

(e) Rapid Rail Mission

6) Who released the coffee table book Atal Bihari Vajpayee: The Eternal Statesman in New Delhi?

(a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi

(b) President Droupadi Murmu

(c) Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan

(d) Home Minister Amit Shah

(e) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh

7) What is the name of India’s new national counter-terrorism policy,outlining a zero-tolerance framework against terrorism launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs?

(a) Shakti

(b) Prahaar

(c) Raksha

(d) Suraksha

(e) Tejas

8) In which district of Assam was the foundation stone of the 10th Battalion Headquarters of the Assam Police laid?

(a) Guwahati

(b) Dibrugarh

(c) Jorhat

(d) Kamrup

(e) Tezpur

9) What is the name of the scheme launched by the Punjab government to provide nutritional support to nearly 40 lakh economically weaker families?

(a) Anna Daan

(b) Meri Rasoi

(c) Poshan Abhiyan

(d) Khadya Suraksha

(e) Sehat Rasoi

10) As of 2026, India removed which clause from its Double Taxation Avoidance Convention (DTAC) with France?

(a) Reciprocity Clause

(b) Most Favoured Nation Clause

(c) Anti-Avoidance Clause

(d) Capital Gains Clause

(e) Dividend Taxation Clause

 

11) What rank did Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi achieve among the busiest airports in the Asia Pacific region in 2025?

(a) 3rd

(b) 4th

(c) 7th

(d) 6th

(e) 5th

12) What initiative has the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) launched for on-site monitoring of National Highway projects?

(a) Highway Safety Patrol Vans

(b) National Highway Audit Teams

(c) Road Inspection Drones

(d) Mobile Quality Control Vans

(e) Smart Highway Monitoring Units

13) As of 2026, Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life imprisonment for what action?

(a) Imposing martial law in 2024

(b) Corruption and bribery

(c) Espionage against the state

(d) Human rights violations

(e) Election rigging

14) What type of agreement did India and Kenya sign to launch the DigiLocker pilot project?

(a) Memorandum of Understanding

(b) Treaty of Cooperation

(c) Implementation Framework Agreement

(d) Strategic Partnership Agreement

(e) Digital Services Pact

15) Which country has officially withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention (1997 Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty), to deploy anti-personnel and anti-tank landmines along its eastern borders as part of its national security strategy?

(a) Poland

(b) France

(c) Germany

(d) Russia

(e) Hungary

16) In 2026, the United States “Board of Peace” held its inaugural meeting in Washington, D.C., focusing on Gaza’s reconstruction, with India participating only as an observer. How many countries are members of this Board of Peace?

(a) 15

(b) 20

(c) 25

(d) 27

(e) 30

17) Who was conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters (Honoris Causa) by St. Xavier’s University, Kolkata?

(a) P. Chidambaram

(b) Shashi Tharoor

(c) Raghuram Rajan

(d) S. Jaishankar

(e) Arundhati Roy

18) Which Indian film became the first to win the Best Children’s and Family Film award at the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) 2026?

(a) Boong

(b) Dangal

(c) Lagaan

(d) Koi… Mil Gaya

(e) Taare Zameen Par

19) Where is the 16th edition of the India–US joint Special Forces exercise Vajra Prahar being held in 2026, and where was the 2023 edition conducted?

(a) Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh – Idaho, USA

(b) Umroi, Meghalaya – Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh

(c) Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh – Umroi, Meghalaya

(d) Jaisalmer, Rajasthan – Idaho, USA

(e) Pune, Maharashtra – Umroi, Meghalaya

20) Which two companies announced a collaboration to establish an MRO facility in India for the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft?

(a) Embraer (Brazil) – Mahindra Group (India)

(b) Lockheed Martin (USA) – Reliance Group (India)

(c) Boeing (USA) – Tata Group (India)

(d) Airbus (France) – Larsen & Toubro (India)

(e) Dassault Aviation (France) – Adani Group (India)

 

21) What is the name of the third vessel of the eight-ship ASW Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project being commissioned by the Indian Navy to enhance Anti-Submarine Warfare capability?

(a) INS Kadmatt

(b) INS Kavaratti

(c) INS Satpura

(d) INS Shardul

(e) INS Anjadip

 

22) Which regions of India hold 49% of the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and are the focus of sustainable fisheries initiatives?

(a) Gujarat and Maharashtra

(b) Tamil Nadu and Kerala

(c) Odisha and West Bengal

(d) Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep

(e) Karnataka and Goa

23) What is the name of the centralised grievance redressal system launched by Delhi CM Rekha Gupta covering all Delhi government departments?

(a) Delhi Seva Portal

(b) CM Jan Sunwai Portal and Mobile App

(c) Aapki Sunvai Platform

(d) Delhi Digital Helpdesk

(e) Citizen Connect App

 

24) Which former Union Minister and founding member of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC) passed away at the age of 71 in Kolkata?

(a) Sushilkumar Shinde

(b) Chidambaram Kumar

(c) Mukul Roy

(d) Sharad Pawar

(e) Rekha Singh

25) What is the nominal fee charged per service at the Common Service Centres (CSCs) for e-District services?

(a) ₹10

(b) ₹20

(c) ₹30

(d) ₹50

(e) ₹100


Answers:

1) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched its second high-security Data Centre in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, to strengthen the safety, resilience, and continuity of critical financial infrastructure.

The greenfield facility is built on an 18.55-acre campus at Info Valley-II, Khordha (Odisha) and will host the RBI’s core computing systems.

The centre will manage currency (cash) supply operations, digital inter-bank payments, payment and settlement systems, and regulatory financial data monitoring.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has launched its second high-security Data Centre in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, to strengthen the safety, resilience, and continuity of critical financial infrastructure.

The greenfield facility is built on an 18.55-acre campus at Info Valley-II, Khordha (Odisha) and will host the RBI’s core computing systems.

The centre will manage currency (cash) supply operations, digital inter-bank payments, payment and settlement systems, and regulatory financial data monitoring.

The facility has achieved Tier IV design certification, meeting the highest global standards of reliability, uptime, redundancy, and operational performance.

It is designed with in-built fault tolerance, layered physical and cyber safeguards, high redundancy, and resilience architecture to ensure uninterrupted functioning of core systems.

The new centre is strategically located away from cross-border threat zones and high seismic-risk regions, enhancing national financial security.

The Primary Data Centre of RBI is located at Kharghar, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, which hosts core applications, databases, and software systems.

2) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

ICRA Limited (formerly Investment Information and Credit Rating Agency of India Limited) has projected that India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth will moderate to 7.2% in Q3 FY26 (Oct–Dec 2025) from 8.2% in Q2 FY26.

Detailed Explanation:

ICRA Limited (formerly Investment Information and Credit Rating Agency of India Limited) has projected that India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth will moderate to 7.2% in Q3 FY26 (Oct–Dec 2025) from 8.2% in Q2 FY26.

The slowdown is mainly driven by moderation in the services and agriculture sectors, despite improvement in industrial activity.

Services sector growth is expected to decline to 7.8% in Q3 FY26 from 9.2% in Q2 FY26, reflecting weaker momentum.

Agriculture growth is projected to ease to around 3% in Q3 compared to 3.5% in Q2 FY26.

Industrial sector growth is forecast to rise to 8.3%, marking the highest level in six quarters.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) increased the aggregate exposure limit for acquisition financing by banks from 10% to 20% of Tier-1 capital, allowing higher participation in M&A transactions.

Banks can now finance up to 75% of the acquisition value, while the remaining 25% must be funded by the acquirer’s own funds, ensuring promoter skin in the game.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) increased the aggregate exposure limit for acquisition financing by banks from 10% to 20% of Tier-1 capital, allowing higher participation in M&A transactions.

Banks can now finance up to 75% of the acquisition value, while the remaining 25% must be funded by the acquirer’s own funds, ensuring promoter skin in the game.

The aggregate Capital Market Exposure (CME) of a bank is capped at 40% of its eligible capital base, and acquisition finance exposure must remain within this limit.

Financing is now permitted for acquisition of unlisted companies, provided the target company has minimum ₹500 crore net worth, is profitable for the last three years, and holds an investment-grade rating (BBB− or above).

4) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the NBFC Amendment Directions, 2026, effective from 1 April 2026, to revise registration norms and regulatory treatment for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) without public funds and customer interface.

Existing eligible NBFCs, including those holding Type I NBFC Certificate of Registration, can apply for deregistration through the PRAVAAH portal until 30 September 2026 with prescribed documents and board resolutions.

NBFCs with asset size of ₹1,000 crore or more must mandatorily register as Type I NBFCs.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the NBFC Amendment Directions, 2026, effective from 1 April 2026, to revise registration norms and regulatory treatment for Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) without public funds and customer interface.

A new category called “Unregistered Type I NBFC” has been introduced for NBFCs with asset size below ₹1,000 crore, exempting them from registration under Section 45IA of the RBI Act, 1934.

These NBFCs must operate on a sustainable and durable business model without using public funds and without customer interface, and must disclose their regulatory status and compliance in financial statements.

Existing eligible NBFCs, including those holding Type I NBFC Certificate of Registration, can apply for deregistration through the PRAVAAH portal until 30 September 2026 with prescribed documents and board resolutions.

NBFCs with asset size of ₹1,000 crore or more must mandatorily register as Type I NBFCs.

 

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System and dedicated the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor to the nation in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.

The project marks the first time in India that a Regional Rapid Transit System and a Metro service are operating from the same station and on the same track, ushering in a new era of integrated and world-class infrastructure.

The Delhi–Meerut Corridor is India’s first operational Regional Rapid Transit System corridor under the Namo Bharat initiative.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India’s first Namo Bharat Regional Rapid Transit System and dedicated the Delhi–Meerut Namo Bharat Corridor to the nation in Meerut, Uttar Pradesh.

The project marks the first time in India that a Regional Rapid Transit System and a Metro service are operating from the same station and on the same track, ushering in a new era of integrated and world-class infrastructure.

The Delhi–Meerut Corridor is India’s first operational Regional Rapid Transit System corridor under the Namo Bharat initiative.

Alongside the Regional Rapid Transit System, the Meerut Metro was also inaugurated from the same platform, introducing an integrated transport model for both intra-city and inter-city travel.

For the first time in India, Namo Bharat trains and Metro rail services will operate from the same station and share the same track infrastructure, offering seamless transition for commuters.

6) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan released the coffee table book Atal Bihari Vajpayee: The Eternal Statesman in New Delhi.

He described the publication as a fitting tribute to Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, stating that the book is more than a collection of photographs and celebrates the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of one of India’s tallest statesmen whose ideals continue to inspire the nation.

Detailed Explanation:

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan released the coffee table book Atal Bihari Vajpayee: The Eternal Statesman in New Delhi.

He described the publication as a fitting tribute to Bharat Ratna Atal Bihari Vajpayee, stating that the book is more than a collection of photographs and celebrates the life, leadership, and enduring legacy of one of India’s tallest statesmen, whose ideals continue to inspire the nation.

The book was released in New Delhi by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan.

It highlights major milestones of Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s political journey, covering both personal and political dimensions of his life.

The book portrays Vajpayee’s commitment to dialogue, consensus-building, and democratic values throughout his political career.

 

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched ‘Prahaar’, India’s new national counter-terrorism policy, outlining a zero-tolerance framework against terrorism.

Announced, the strategy aims to address evolving terror threats through prevention, intelligence-led coordination, technological upgradation, and strict adherence to the rule of law.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Home Affairs has launched ‘Prahaar’, India’s new national counter-terrorism policy, outlining a zero-tolerance framework against terrorism.

Announced, the strategy aims to address evolving terror threats through prevention, intelligence-led coordination, technological upgradation, and strict adherence to the rule of law.

The Prahaar policy is built on the pillars of prevention, response, capacity building, and legal safeguards.

Core objectives include:

Preventing terror attacks before they occur

Ensuring swift and proportionate response mechanisms

Strengthening coordination between Central and State agencies

Protecting human rights within the constitutional framework

Reducing conditions that enable radicalisation

Strengthening community resilience

 

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone of the 10th Battalion Headquarters of the Assam Police in Kamrup and asserted that strict action against infiltration will continue.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation stone of the 10th Battalion Headquarters of the Assam Police in Kamrup and asserted that strict action against infiltration will continue.

Addressing a public gathering, he stated that Assam is set to become the industrial hub of eastern and North-Eastern India within the next five years.

The event was attended by Governor Lakshman Prasad Acharya and Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma.

The new Assam Police Battalion Headquarters will be developed across 124 bighas of land with modern infrastructure facilities.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Punjab government has launched the ‘Meri Rasoi’ scheme to provide nutritional support to nearly 40 lakh economically weaker families across the state.

The announcement was made after a Cabinet meeting in Chandigarh by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

Detailed Explanation:

The Punjab government has launched the ‘Meri Rasoi’ scheme to provide nutritional support to nearly 40 lakh economically weaker families across the state.

The announcement was made after a Cabinet meeting in Chandigarh by Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann.

The scheme will provide free food kits to blue card holder families, in addition to wheat already supplied under existing welfare programmes.

The announcement comes ahead of the Punjab Budget Session scheduled from March 6 to March 16, 2026.

The scheme targets approximately 40 lakh blue card holder families belonging to economically weaker sections.

Food kits will be distributed free of cost for three months at a time.

For the first phase covering April, May and June 2026, each eligible family will receive:

10) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

India has removed the Most Favoured Nation clause from its Double Taxation Avoidance Convention with France.

The revised India–France tax treaty was signed during the recent visit of French President Emmanuel Macron.

Detailed Explanation:

India has removed the Most Favoured Nation clause from its Double Taxation Avoidance Convention with France.

The revised India–France tax treaty was signed during the recent visit of French President Emmanuel Macron.

The amendment modifies dividend taxation, capital gains rules and introduces global anti tax avoidance standards.

The removal of the Most Favoured Nation clause ends the automatic extension of tax benefits granted to other countries.

The India–France Double Taxation Avoidance Convention was originally signed in 1992 to prevent double taxation of the same income in both countries.

The Most Favoured Nation clause earlier allowed France to automatically claim lower tax rates or favourable provisions if India granted such benefits to another country in a separate treaty.

11) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Indira Gandhi International Airport has been ranked the 5th busiest airport in the Asia Pacific region in 2025, according to the latest data released by OAG.

The airport recorded 46.18 million one way departing seats in 2025, marking a significant jump from its 9th position in 2019 before the Covid 19 pandemic.

Detailed Explanation:

Indira Gandhi International Airport has been ranked the 5th busiest airport in the Asia Pacific region in 2025, according to the latest data released by OAG.

The airport recorded 46.18 million one way departing seats in 2025, marking a significant jump from its 9th position in 2019 before the Covid 19 pandemic.

The ranking highlights India’s strong aviation growth, rising domestic air travel demand, and sustained airline capacity expansion.

Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi secured 5th position among the busiest airports in the Asia Pacific region in 2025 as per OAG data.

The airport recorded 46.18 million one way departing seats in 2025, reflecting substantial growth in scheduled airline seat capacity.

 

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

To strengthen construction standards and ensure durability of highways, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has launched Mobile Quality Control Vans (MQCVs) for on-site monitoring of ongoing National Highway projects.

Detailed Explanation:

To strengthen construction standards and ensure durability of highways, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has launched Mobile Quality Control Vans (MQCVs) for on-site monitoring of ongoing National Highway projects.

The initiative aims to improve quality, safety and transparency in highway development across the country. Pilot implementation has commenced in selected states.

Mobile Quality Control Vans (MQCVs) introduced to conduct real-time quality checks at highway construction sites.

Pilot projects launched in Rajasthan, Gujarat, Karnataka and Odisha.

Vans equipped with advanced non-destructive testing equipment including Ultrasonic Pulse Velocity Meters, Rebound Hammers, Asphalt Density Gauges and Reflectometers.

 

13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life imprisonment for imposing martial law in 2024.

He was convicted of leading an insurrection after deploying military troops around the National Assembly on 3 December 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol was sentenced to life imprisonment for imposing martial law in 2024.

He was convicted of leading an insurrection after deploying military troops around the National Assembly on 3 December 2024.

The martial law decree temporarily suspended political activities, controlled media and publications, and allowed arrests without warrants.

The martial law order lasted about 6 hours, before lawmakers broke through the military blockade and unanimously voted to lift it.

Yoon Suk Yeol became the first former South Korean president to receive a life sentence since former military dictator Chun Doo-hwan, who was sentenced to death in 1996 for the 1979 coup and the 1980 Gwangju democratic protest crackdown.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

India and Kenya signed an Implementation Framework Agreement to launch a DigiLocker pilot project in Kenya.

The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, highlighting digital cooperation between the two nations.

DigiLocker will enable secure digital storage and real-time verification of official documents in Kenya.

Detailed Explanation:

India and Kenya signed an Implementation Framework Agreement to launch a DigiLocker pilot project in Kenya.

The agreement was signed on the sidelines of the AI Impact Summit in New Delhi, highlighting digital cooperation between the two nations.

DigiLocker will enable secure digital storage and real-time verification of official documents in Kenya.

The platform aims to reduce paperwork and improve access to public services for citizens, students, and businesses.

In India, DigiLocker has over 500 million registered users and more than nine billion documents issued digitally across over 2,000 services.

DigiLocker has become a backbone of paperless, presence-less governance in India.

15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Poland has officially withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention (1997 Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty), with the exit taking legal effect.

Poland plans to deploy anti-personnel and anti-tank landmines along its eastern borders as part of its national security strategy.

Detailed Explanation:

Poland has officially withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention (1997 Anti-Personnel Mine Ban Treaty), with the exit taking legal effect.

Poland plans to deploy anti-personnel and anti-tank landmines along its eastern borders as part of its national security strategy.

The Ottawa Convention prohibits the use, stockpiling, production, and transfer of anti-personnel mines due to their long-term danger to civilians, but anti-tank mines are not banned under the treaty.

Poland had ratified the Ottawa Convention in 2012 and destroyed its landmine stockpiles by 2016, but now plans to restart domestic landmine production, citing security threats.

 

16) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

United States (US) President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” held its first meeting in Washington, D.C., to discuss Gaza’s reconstruction, with India attending only as an observer, reflecting a cautious diplomatic approach.

The Board of Peace includes 27 member countries, mainly from West Asia (such as Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Egypt) and some US allies, including Pakistan, while major powers like Russia, China, France, and the UK are absent, raising questions about its legitimacy.

Detailed Explanation:

United States (US) President Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” held its first meeting in Washington, D.C., to discuss Gaza’s reconstruction, with India attending only as an observer, reflecting a cautious diplomatic approach.

India has expressed support for the Gaza Peace Plan and related UN efforts (including UNSC Resolution 2803) but avoided full membership, balancing engagement with the US while maintaining strategic autonomy.

The Board of Peace includes 27 member countries, mainly from West Asia (such as Israel, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and Egypt) and some US allies, including Pakistan, while major powers like Russia, China, France, and the UK are absent, raising questions about its legitimacy.

 

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram, was conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters (Doctorate of Literature – Honoris Causa) by St Xavier’s University, Kolkata during its seventh convocation ceremony held.

Detailed Explanation:

Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament from Thiruvananthapuram, was conferred an Honorary Doctor of Letters (Doctorate of Literature – Honoris Causa) by St Xavier’s University, Kolkata during its seventh convocation ceremony held.

The ceremony took place at the Biswa Bangla Convention Centre, where more than 1,000 students received their degrees.

Tharoor described the recognition as his first honorary doctorate in India, calling it deeply special as a former Xaverian.

18) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

In a historic achievement for Indian cinema, Boong became the first Indian film to win in the Best Children’s and Family Film category at the 79th British Academy Film Awards 2026 held in London.

The Manipuri language debut feature brought global recognition to regional storytelling and marked a breakthrough moment for India at the prestigious BAFTA Awards.

Detailed Explanation:

In a historic achievement for Indian cinema, Boong became the first Indian film to win in the Best Children’s and Family Film category at the 79th British Academy Film Awards 2026 held in London.

The Manipuri language debut feature brought global recognition to regional storytelling and marked a breakthrough moment for India at the prestigious BAFTA Awards.

Boong won the Best Children’s and Family Film award at the 79th British Academy Film Awards 2026.

The film was the only Indian nominee at the awards this year.

This marks the first time an Indian film has won in the Best Children’s and Family Film category at the BAFTA Awards.

 

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 16th edition of the India–US joint Special Forces exercise Vajra Prahar is being held at the Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh, from 23 February to 15 March 2026.

The exercise involves Special Forces from the Indian Army and the US Army Green Berets, aimed at strengthening mutual trust, interoperability, and joint operational readiness.

Detailed Explanation:

The 16th edition of the India–US joint Special Forces exercise Vajra Prahar is being held at the Special Forces Training School, Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh, from 23 February to 15 March 2026.

The exercise involves Special Forces from the Indian Army and the US Army Green Berets, aimed at strengthening mutual trust, interoperability, and joint operational readiness.

The 15th edition (2024) was conducted in Idaho, USA (at the Orchard Combat Training Centre), while the 2023 edition took place in Umroi, Meghalaya, featuring helocasting operations and joint drills.

The exercise facilitates the exchange of advanced special operations tactics, techniques, and procedures between India and the US.

45 personnel from each country participate, representing Indian Special Forces units and US Green Berets.

 

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Embraer (Brazil) and Mahindra Group (India) have announced collaboration plans to establish a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India for the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft.

Detailed Explanation:

Embraer (Brazil) and Mahindra Group (India) have announced collaboration plans to establish a state-of-the-art Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India for the C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft.

The proposed facility is subject to the selection of the C-390 Millennium by the Indian Air Force (IAF) under the Medium Transport Aircraft (MTA) procurement programme.

A Strategic Cooperation Agreement (SCA) was signed in October 2025 to enable production of the C-390 in India, supporting the ‘Make in India’ initiative.

 

21) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Indian Navy (IN) is set to enhance its Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability with the commissioning of INS Anjadip, the third vessel of the eight-ship ASW Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project.

The commissioning ceremony will be held at Chennai Port on 27 February 2026 and will be presided over by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS).

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Navy (IN) is set to enhance its Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) capability with the commissioning of INS Anjadip, the third vessel of the eight-ship ASW Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project.

The commissioning ceremony will be held at Chennai Port on 27 February 2026 and will be presided over by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of Naval Staff (CNS).

The induction of INS Anjadip highlights India’s progress toward Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Defence, showcasing indigenous warship design and construction capability.

The vessel was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, and is designed for littoral combat operations in coastal and shallow waters critical for maritime security.

INS Anjadip is designed as a “Dolphin Hunter”, focusing on detection, tracking, and neutralisation of enemy submarines in coastal regions.

22) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India has a coastline of ~11,099 km and an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of 24 lakh sq. km, but fishing is mostly limited to 40–50 nautical miles, leaving deep-sea resources like tuna underutilised.

The Union Budget announced a framework for sustainable fisheries in the EEZ and high seas, focusing on Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep, which hold 49% of India’s EEZ and a potential of 2.48 lakh tonnes.

Detailed Explanation:

India has a coastline of ~11,099 km and an Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of 24 lakh sq. km, but fishing is mostly limited to 40–50 nautical miles, leaving deep-sea resources like tuna underutilised.

The Union Budget announced a framework for sustainable fisheries in the EEZ and high seas, focusing on Andaman & Nicobar and Lakshadweep, which hold 49% of India’s EEZ and a potential of 2.48 lakh tonnes.

The government notified the Sustainable Harnessing of Fisheries in the EEZ Rules, 2025 on 4 November 2025 under the Maritime Zones Act, 1976 to promote responsible fishing, marine conservation, international compliance, and fisher livelihoods.

 

23) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched multiple Information Technology (IT) initiatives at the Delhi Secretariat, New Delhi, to strengthen digital governance and citizen services.

The key initiative, CM Jan Sunwai Portal and Mobile App, establishes a centralised grievance redressal system covering all Delhi Government Departments, MCD, DDA, and Delhi Police.

Detailed Explanation:

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta launched multiple Information Technology (IT) initiatives at the Delhi Secretariat, New Delhi, to strengthen digital governance and citizen services.

The key initiative, CM Jan Sunwai Portal and Mobile App, establishes a centralised grievance redressal system covering all Delhi Government Departments, MCD, DDA, and Delhi Police.

Complaints under Jan Sunwai can be registered via online portal, mobile app, call centre (1902), and offline submission at CM Office, ensuring multi-channel accessibility.

The grievance system follows a three-tier mechanism comprising Grievance Redressal Officer (GRO), Appellate Authority (AA), and Final Appellate Authority (FAA) with unique reference IDs, SMS alerts, and auto-escalation of unresolved complaints.

 

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Former Union Minister Mukul Roy, a founding member of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), passed away at the age of 71 in Kolkata, West Bengal.

He was born on 17 April 1954 in Kanchrapara, West Bengal, and held a B.Sc. degree from the University of Calcutta and a Master’s degree from Madurai Kamaraj University.

 

Detailed Explanation:

Former Union Minister Mukul Roy, a founding member of the All India Trinamool Congress (TMC), passed away at the age of 71 in Kolkata, West Bengal.

He was born on 17 April 1954 in Kanchrapara, West Bengal, and held a B.Sc. degree from the University of Calcutta and a Master’s degree from Madurai Kamaraj University.

He began his political career with the Youth Congress and became a founding member of TMC in 1998 along with Mamata Banerjee after her split from the Indian National Congress.

He was first elected to the Rajya Sabha in 2006 and later served as the Leader of the TMC Parliamentary Party in Rajya Sabha (2009–2012).

During the UPA II Government under Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, he served as Minister of State (MoS) for Shipping (2009–2011) and later became the 32nd Union Railway Minister in 2012

25) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

e-District services have been integrated with over 7,000 Common Service Centres (CSCs), enabling citizens to access certificates and welfare services at a nominal fee of ₹30 per service.

Detailed Explanation:

e-District services have been integrated with over 7,000 Common Service Centres (CSCs), enabling citizens to access certificates and welfare services at a nominal fee of ₹30 per service.

The Digital Asset Portal (DAP) and CM Pragati Portal enable real-time monitoring of government land, infrastructure projects, approvals, and delays, improving accountability and cost control.

The government has implemented a Cyber Crisis Management Plan (CCMP) to enhance cybersecurity preparedness.

Expansion of the e-Office system across 200+ departments and proposed WhatsApp-based citizen services aim to improve efficiency, transparency, and digital accessibility in Delhi governance.