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1) What is the total estimated aggregate monetisation potential under National Monetisation Pipeline (NMP) 2.0 for FY 2025–26 to FY 2029–30?

(a) ₹10.25 lakh crore

(b) ₹12.50 lakh crore

(c) ₹14.80 lakh crore

(d) ₹16.72 lakh crore

(e) ₹18.40 lakh crore

2) As of 2026, New India Co-operative Bank Limited., Mumbai,Maharashtra has been removed from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act. The Scheduled bank status in India is granted under which Section of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Act, 1934?

(a) Section 17

(b) Section 42

(c) Section 35A

(d) Section 41

(e) Section 45

3) As per RBI’s draft amendment directions, banks can lend to SEBI-registered REITs only if the Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) has been operational for at least how many years?

(a) 1 year

(b) 2 years

(c) 3 years

(d) 5 years

(e) 7 years

 

4)Under the revised Lead Bank Scheme (LBS) guidelines, which committee functions as the apex-level body for coordination at the State/UT level?

(a) State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC/UTLBC)

(b) District Consultative Committee (DCC)

(c) District Level Review Committee (DLRC)

(d) Block Level Bankers’ Committee (BLBC)

(e) Central Financial Coordination Committee (CFCC)

5) As per RBI’s draft amendment directions on loan recovery practices, recovery agents are required to complete certification training from which institution?

(a) National Institute of Bank Management (NIBM)

(b) Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF)

(c) Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI)

(d) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

(e) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)

 

6) As per RBI’s draft revised guidelines on Kisan Credit Card (KCC), crop seasons have been standardized as how many months for long-duration crops?

(a) 6 months

(b) 9 months

(c) 12 months

(d) 15 months

(e) 18 months

 

7) Under the RBI’s draft Responsible Business Conduct Directions, 2026, banks must seek customer feedback within how many days of a financial product sale?

(a) 15 days

(b) 21 days

(c) 30 days

(d) 45 days

(e) 60 days

8) As of 2026, the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact adopted at the AI Impact Summit 2026 was endorsed by how many countries and international organizations?

(a) 72

(b) 80

(c) 85

(d) 89

(e) 95

9) What is the total outlay of the Jharkhand Budget for Financial Year 2026–27 presented in the State Assembly?

(a) ₹1.45 lakh crore

(b) ₹1.58 lakh crore

(c) ₹1.59 lakh crore

(d) ₹1.63 lakh crore

(e) ₹1.70 lakh crore

10) What percentage of reservation has been approved for former Agniveers in Delhi Police constable (executive) posts?

(a) 10%

(b) 15%

(c) 25%

(d) 20%

(e) 30%

 

11) As of 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will become the first Indian Prime Minister to address the plenary session of which country’s Parliament during his official visit?

(a) United Kingdom – House of Commons

(b) Israel – Knesset

(c) France – National Assembly

(d) Germany – Bundestag

(e) Japan – National Diet

 

12) In 2026, the nationwide awareness campaign “Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai” was launched to promote participation in which digital platform?

(a) Digital India Portal

(b) National Career Service (NCS)

(c) Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH)

(d) PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) Portal

(e) Bharat Skills Network

13) As of 2026, Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva undertook a State Visit to India in February 2026 as the President of which country?

(a) Brazil

(b) Mexico

(c) Argentina

(d) Chile

(e) Peru

14) Consider the following statements regarding the 79th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA) 2026:

1. One Battle After Another won six awards including Best Film.
2. Paul Thomas Anderson won his first BAFTA for Best Director for the film.
3. The awards were organized by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

(e) 1 only

15) The 475-year-old Our Lady of Grace Cathedral located in which Indian state received the Award of Merit at the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation 2025?

(a) Goa

(b) Kerala

(c) Maharashtra

(d) Tamil Nadu

(e) West Bengal

16) As of 2026, Rob Jetten, sworn in at the age of 38, became the youngest-ever Prime Minister of which country?

(a) Belgium

(b) Denmark

(c) Norway

(d) Sweden

(e) Netherlands

 

17) Who succeeded Abhinav Bindra as Second Vice-Chair of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission in 2026?

(a) Sebastian Coe

(b) Thomas Bach

(c) Humphrey Kayange

(d) Kirsty Coventry

(e) David Lappartient

18) The 7th edition of the India–Japan Joint Military Exercise “Dharma Guardian” was conducted at which location in 2026?

(a) Pokhran, Rajasthan

(b) Chaubattia, Uttarakhand

(c) Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

(d) Belagavi, Karnataka

(e) Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands

 

19) Which of the following technologies were transferred by Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) to Tata Consumer Products Limited (TCPL) for large-scale deployment?

(a) Golden Grain Technology & Smart Brew System

(b) Smarter Rice & Coffee Crema Technology

(c) Nutri-Wheat Formula & Aroma Lock Process

(d) Protein Plus Rice & Instant Foam Technology

(e) Fortified Millet Blend & Cold Brew Extraction

 

20) As of 2026, Teacher App 2.0, launched by the Union Minister of Education, was developed by Bharti Airtel Foundation in collaboration with which organisation?

(a) Khan Academy

(b) UNICEF

(c) CK-12 Foundation

(d) World Bank Education Group

(e) Google for Education

 

21) The “Arctic Sentry” mission, aimed at strengthening security and surveillance in the Arctic region, was launched by which organization?

(a) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

(b) United Nations (UN)

(c) European Union (EU)

(d) Arctic Council

(e) Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE)

22) The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Raebareli signed an MoU with which company to strengthen pharmaceutical education and research collaboration?

(a) Pfizer India

(b) Cipla Limited

(c) Boehringer Ingelheim India Private Limited

(d) Sun Pharmaceutical Industries

(e) Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories

23) As of 2026, India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence University campus will be established in which city under the MoU between NIELIT and the Government of Andhra Pradesh?

(a) Visakhapatnam

(b) Vijayawada

(c) Kurnool

(d) Tirupati

(e) Amaravati

24) The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) signed an MoU with AcSIR and which CSIR institute to strengthen Disaster Management Research and Response (DMRR)?

(a) CSIR–Central Road Research Institute (CRRI)

(b) CSIR–National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI)

(c) CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (NIScPR)

(d) CSIR–Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT)

(e) CSIR–Central Building Research Institute (CBRI)

 

25) Who won the men’s singles title at the Delhi Open 2026 after defeating Great Britain’s Oliver Crawford?

(a) Siddhant Banthia

(b) Stefanos Sakellaridis

(c) Sumit Nagal

(d) Yuki Bhambri

(e) Thanasi Kokkinakis

Answers:

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister of Finance (MoF), launched the second phase of the National Monetisation Pipeline called National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 (NMP 2.0) in New Delhi.

The NMP 2.0 target estimates an aggregate monetisation potential of ₹16.72 lakh crore, including private sector investment of ₹5.8 lakh crore, during FY 2025–26 to FY 2029–30.

Detailed Explanation:

Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister of Finance (MoF), launched the second phase of the National Monetisation Pipeline called National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 (NMP 2.0) in New Delhi.

NMP 2.0 focuses on asset monetisation, which means using under-utilised or existing infrastructure assets to generate government revenue and attract fresh investments for economic development.

The pipeline was formulated by NITI Aayog in consultation with infrastructure ministries, aligned with the Asset Monetisation Plan 2025–30 announced in the Union Budget 2025–26.

The NMP 2.0 target estimates an aggregate monetisation potential of ₹16.72 lakh crore, including private sector investment of ₹5.8 lakh crore, during FY 2025–26 to FY 2029–30.

2) Answer: B

New India Co-operative Bank Limited., Mumbai,Maharashtra has been removed from the Second Schedule of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, which lists scheduled banks in India, effective from February 2026.

Scheduled bank status is granted under Section 42 of the RBI Act, 1934, subject to fulfilment of requirements such as minimum capital, reserve maintenance, and regulatory compliance norms.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released draft amendment directions across five regulatory frameworks covering commercial banks, small finance banks (SFBs), and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) regarding credit facilities, concentration risk management, and financial disclosure norms.

Banks can lend only to listed REITs that have been operational for at least 3 years, have positive net distributable cash flows for the last 2 years, and have no adverse regulatory action in the past 3 years.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released draft amendment directions across five regulatory frameworks covering commercial banks, small finance banks (SFBs), and All India Financial Institutions (AIFIs) regarding credit facilities, concentration risk management, and financial disclosure norms.

The draft allows regulated entities to provide finance to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) subject to prudential safeguards, risk management standards, and exposure limits.

Banks may lend to SEBI-registered REITs in India, while overseas branches may lend to foreign REITs only in jurisdictions having a strong insolvency or bankruptcy legal framework.

Banks can lend only to listed REITs that have been operational for at least 3 years, have positive net distributable cash flows for the last 2 years, and have no adverse regulatory action in the past 3 years.

4) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The revised framework introduces a three-tier structure consisting of:

Block Level Bankers’ Committee (BLBC)

District Consultative Committee (DCC)

District Level Review Committee (DLRC)

State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC / UTLBC) at the apex level.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India issued revised guidelines on the Lead Bank Scheme (LBS), superseding earlier instructions to strengthen credit coordination and financial inclusion mechanisms.

The scheme was originally introduced in 1969 to promote priority sector lending and inclusive economic growth.

The Lead Bank Scheme aims to coordinate banks, government agencies, and developmental institutions to improve credit flow to priority sectors and enhance financial inclusion across districts.

The revised framework introduces a three-tier structure consisting of:

Block Level Bankers’ Committee (BLBC)

District Consultative Committee (DCC)

District Level Review Committee (DLRC)

State Level Bankers’ Committee (SLBC / UTLBC) at the apex level.

The RBI will designate one commercial bank as Lead Bank in each district to coordinate credit delivery and development initiatives.

 

5) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft amendment directions to standardize loan recovery practices and regulate the conduct of recovery agents across regulated financial entities.

Recovery agents must complete certification training from the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF) or equivalent accredited institutions.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft amendment directions to standardize loan recovery practices and regulate the conduct of recovery agents across regulated financial entities.

The guidelines aim to ensure fair recovery practices, borrower protection, and ethical conduct standards for lender staff and recovery agents.

Recovery agents must complete certification training from the Indian Institute of Banking and Finance (IIBF) or equivalent accredited institutions.

Banks must publicly display updated lists of recovery agents at branches and digital platforms to ensure transparency and accountability.

Recovery agents must carry valid identity cards, authorization letters, and loan recovery notices while visiting borrowers.

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft revised guidelines for Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to expand coverage, improve agricultural financing, and streamline loan operations.

The revised KCC framework applies to commercial banks, Small Finance Banks (SFBs), Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), and rural cooperative banks to ensure uniform implementation across India.

The KCC loan tenure has been extended to 6 years to better match long agricultural crop cycles.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft revised guidelines for Kisan Credit Card (KCC) to expand coverage, improve agricultural financing, and streamline loan operations.

The revised KCC framework applies to commercial banks, Small Finance Banks (SFBs), Regional Rural Banks (RRBs), and rural cooperative banks to ensure uniform implementation across India.

The guidelines apply to new KCC loans and existing loans during renewal or review cycles.

Crop seasons have been standardized as 12 months for short-duration crops and 18 months for long-duration crops to ensure uniform repayment and loan planning cycles.

Marginal farmers are defined as farmers owning up to 1 hectare of land, while small farmers own more than 1 hectare but up to 2 hectares of land.

The KCC loan tenure has been extended to 6 years to better match long agricultural crop cycles.

 

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft Responsible Business Conduct Amendment Directions, 2026 under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, to strengthen customer protection in financial product marketing and sales.

The proposed Commercial Banks – Responsible Business Conduct Directions, 2026 require banks to ensure customers clearly understand financial products and obtain explicit customer consent, while establishing a mechanism to seek customer feedback within 30 days of a product sale.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued draft Responsible Business Conduct Amendment Directions, 2026 under Section 35A of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, to strengthen customer protection in financial product marketing and sales.

The proposed Commercial Banks – Responsible Business Conduct Directions, 2026 require banks to ensure customers clearly understand financial products and obtain explicit customer consent, while establishing a mechanism to seek customer feedback within 30 days of a product sale.

In cases of mis-selling, banks must refund the full amount paid and provide additional compensation for financial losses incurred by customers, in accordance with the bank’s approved policy.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The AI Impact Summit 2026 concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, endorsed by 89 countries and international organizations worldwide.

The summit marked a significant step in global artificial intelligence governance and cooperation.

India led the call for “Artificial Intelligence for All” rooted in equity, accessibility, and shared global progress.

Detailed Explanation:

The AI Impact Summit 2026 concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of the New Delhi Declaration on AI Impact, endorsed by 89 countries and international organizations worldwide.

The summit marked a significant step in global artificial intelligence governance and cooperation.

India led the call for “Artificial Intelligence for All” rooted in equity, accessibility, and shared global progress.

The declaration outlines seven pillars of action and introduces new global platforms to ensure that artificial intelligence remains collaborative, trusted, resilient, and efficient for humanity.

The summit focused on building a shared global framework for responsible, inclusive, and sustainable artificial intelligence growth.

Guided by the Sanskrit principle “Sarvajan Hitaya, Sarvajan Sukhaya” meaning welfare for all and happiness for all, the declaration stresses that benefits of artificial intelligence must be equitably distributed across nations and communities.

The declaration is voluntary and non binding, but it sets a strategic direction for global artificial intelligence governance and multilateral cooperation.

 

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Government of Jharkhand presented a ₹1.58 lakh crore Budget for the Financial Year 2026–27 in the State Assembly.

The Budget was tabled by Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore under the leadership of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led government.

The total proposed outlay for Financial Year 2026–27 is ₹1.58 lakh crore, indicating a significant expansion in public expenditure to support development and social welfare programmes across the state.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Jharkhand presented a ₹1.58 lakh crore Budget for the Financial Year 2026–27 in the State Assembly.

 

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved a 20 per cent reservation for former Agniveers in Delhi Police constable (executive) posts.

The decision follows amendments to the Delhi Police (Appointment and Recruitment) Rules, 1980.

Detailed Explanation:

Delhi Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena has approved a 20 per cent reservation for former Agniveers in Delhi Police constable (executive) posts.

The decision follows amendments to the Delhi Police (Appointment and Recruitment) Rules, 1980.

A 20 per cent quota has been introduced for former Agniveers in male constable (executive) posts in Delhi Police, ensuring dedicated recruitment space for defence-trained youth.

Former Agniveers will be granted three-year relaxation in the upper age limit beyond the existing eligibility bracket of 18 to 25 years. For the first batch of Agniveers, the age relaxation has been extended to five years, providing additional flexibility during the transition phase.

The Budget was tabled by Finance Minister Radhakrishna Kishore under the leadership of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha-led government.

The Budget has been termed the “Abua Dishom Budget”, reflecting the government’s emphasis on regional identity, inclusive governance and welfare-oriented development.

The total proposed outlay for Financial Year 2026–27 is ₹1.58 lakh crore, indicating a significant expansion in public expenditure to support development and social welfare programmes across the state.

The allocation marks an increase of ₹13,000 crore compared to the previous Financial Year 2025–26 Budget of ₹1.45 lakh crore, showing enhanced fiscal commitment and broader spending priorities.

The term “Abua Dishom”, meaning “Our Land” in a local tribal dialect, underlines the government’s focus on tribal identity, grassroots empowerment and region-centric development.

11) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will become the first Indian Prime Minister to address the plenary session of the Knesset during his two-day official visit to Israel.

The visit has been described as historic by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and marks a significant milestone in India Israel bilateral relations.

Prime Minister Modi will also hold high-level discussions with President Isaac Herzog.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will become the first Indian Prime Minister to address the plenary session of the Knesset during his two-day official visit to Israel.

The visit has been described as historic by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and marks a significant milestone in India Israel bilateral relations.

Prime Minister Modi will also hold high-level discussions with President Isaac Herzog.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the Knesset plenary session becoming the first Indian Prime Minister to do so. Addressing the Israeli Parliament is regarded as a high diplomatic honour and reflects the elevation of bilateral ties.

This will be his second visit to Israel, following his landmark 2017 visit that strengthened cooperation and elevated India Israel relations to a strategic partnership level.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Government of India launched a nationwide awareness campaign titled “Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai” to expand participation in the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH).

The campaign was launched by Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India launched a nationwide awareness campaign titled “Badhna Hai Toh Yahan Judna Hai” to expand participation in the Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH).

The campaign was launched by Union Minister of State (I/C) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Jayant Chaudhary on the sidelines of the India AI Impact Summit 2026.

The campaign aims to accelerate progress towards Viksit Bharat by strengthening India’s digital skilling ecosystem.

Legendary actor Amitabh Bachchan has been roped in to promote awareness and boost nationwide participation in SIDH.

Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) is India’s integrated digital platform for skilling, employment and lifelong learning.

 

13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, undertook a State Visit to India from 18–22 February 2026 at the invitation of Narendra Modi.

During the visit, President Lula participated in the 2nd India Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi and held high-level bilateral meetings to strengthen the India–Brazil strategic partnership.

Detailed Explanation:

Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva, President of the Federative Republic of Brazil, undertook a State Visit to India from 18–22 February 2026 at the invitation of Narendra Modi.

During the visit, President Lula participated in the 2nd India Artificial Intelligence (AI) Impact Summit 2026 held in New Delhi and held high-level bilateral meetings to strengthen the India–Brazil strategic partnership.

The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, received President Lula at Rashtrapati Bhavan and hosted a state banquet in his honour.

PM Narendra Modi and President Lula held bilateral talks at Hyderabad House, New Delhi, focusing on trade, technology, and strategic cooperation.

14) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The 79th British Academy Film Awards 2026 were held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

The ceremony was organized by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and hosted by Alan Cumming.

The night was dominated by One Battle After Another, which won six awards including Best Film. India recorded a historic achievement as Boong won Best Children’s and Family Film.

Detailed Explanation:

The 79th British Academy Film Awards 2026 were held at the Royal Festival Hall in London.

The ceremony was organized by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts and hosted by Alan Cumming.

The night was dominated by One Battle After Another, which won six awards including Best Film. India recorded a historic achievement as Boong won Best Children’s and Family Film.

One Battle After Another emerged as the top winner with six awards, including:

Best Film

Best Director – Paul Thomas Anderson (first Best Director BAFTA win)

Adapted Screenplay – Paul Thomas Anderson

Supporting Actor – Sean Penn

Cinematography – Michael Bauman

Editing – Andy Jurgensen

Sinners secured three awards:

Original Screenplay – Ryan Coogler

Supporting Actress – Wunmi Mosaku

Original Score – Ludwig Göransson

Hamnet won two major awards:

Outstanding British Film

Leading Actress – Jessie Buckley

Major Acting Awards:

Leading Actor – Robert Aramayo for I Swear

Supporting Actor – Sean Penn

Supporting Actress – Wunmi Mosaku

EE Rising Star Award – Robert Aramayo

India’s Historic Win:

Boong won Best Children’s and Family Film, marking a significant milestone for Indian cinema at the BAFTA Awards 2026.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 475-year-old Our Lady of Grace Cathedral in Vasai, Maharashtra received the Award of Merit at the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation 2025.

It became the only religious site from India to receive recognition in the 2025 edition of the awards.

The announcement was made in Bangkok, Thailand, during the 25th anniversary ceremony of the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.

Detailed Explanation:

The 475-year-old Our Lady of Grace Cathedral in Vasai, Maharashtra received the Award of Merit at the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation 2025.

It became the only religious site from India to receive recognition in the 2025 edition of the awards.

The announcement was made in Bangkok, Thailand, during the 25th anniversary ceremony of the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation.

A total of 10 projects from six countries were recognised in 2025, namely China, India, Japan, Malaysia, Nepal and Vanuatu.

The awards are presented under four categories:

Award of Distinction (Highest Honour)

Award of Merit

Award for New Design in Heritage Contexts

Special Recognition for Sustainable Development

16) Answer: E

Rob Jetten (Rob Arnoldus Andreas Jetten) was sworn in as the youngest-ever Prime Minister of the Netherlands at the age of 38, becoming the first openly gay head of government in Dutch history.

He succeeded Dick Schoof, who had served as Prime Minister since 2024 and continued in a caretaker role after the government collapse in June 2025.

17) Answer: C

Abhinav Bindra, India’s first individual Olympic gold medallist, completed his eight-year tenure (2018–2026) as Vice-Chair of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Athletes’ Commission on February 23, 2026.

He was succeeded by Humphrey Kayange (Kenya, rugby) as Second Vice-Chair of the IOC Athletes’ Commission during the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.

 

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Dharma Guardian, the 7th edition of the India–Japan Joint Military Exercise, began at Chaubattia, Uttarakhand, from 24 February to 9 March 2026.

The exercise strengthens defence cooperation between India and Japan, particularly in semi-urban warfare and tactical coordination.

Detailed Explanation:

Dharma Guardian, the 7th edition of the India–Japan Joint Military Exercise, began at Chaubattia, Uttarakhand, from 24 February to 9 March 2026.

The exercise strengthens defence cooperation between India and Japan, particularly in semi-urban warfare and tactical coordination.

The exercise involves 120 personnel from each side, with Japan represented by the 32nd Infantry Regiment and India represented by the Ladakh Scouts.

The exercise is conducted alternately in India and Japan and serves as a key pillar of bilateral defence cooperation.

 

19) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Tata Consumer Products Limited (TCPL) formalised the transfer of indigenously developed food and nutrition technologies from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) to promote national goals in health, nutrition, and food security.

The first technology, “Smarter Rice”, is a nutritionally enhanced rice formulation with higher protein content, lower Glycaemic Index (GI), and improved micronutrient availability, while maintaining regular rice consumption patterns.

The second technology, “Coffee Crema Technology”, enhances crema stability, texture, aroma retention, and overall sensory experience in brewed coffee, strengthening TCPL’s coffee portfolio.

Detailed Explanation:

Tata Consumer Products Limited (TCPL) formalised the transfer of indigenously developed food and nutrition technologies from the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research – National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology (CSIR-NIIST) to promote national goals in health, nutrition, and food security.

The collaboration highlights science-led innovation, industry–research partnership, and alignment with the Government of India’s priority to translate scientific research into real-world solutions.

Under the agreement, CSIR-NIIST transferred two key technologies to TCPL for large-scale deployment and consumer applications.

The first technology, “Smarter Rice”, is a nutritionally enhanced rice formulation with higher protein content, lower Glycaemic Index (GI), and improved micronutrient availability, while maintaining regular rice consumption patterns.

The second technology, “Coffee Crema Technology”, enhances crema stability, texture, aroma retention, and overall sensory experience in brewed coffee, strengthening TCPL’s coffee portfolio.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Education (MoE), launched Teacher App 2.0, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), in New Delhi, Delhi.

The app was developed by Bharti Airtel Foundation in collaboration with CK-12 Foundation, a California-based global nonprofit organisation.

Detailed Explanation:

Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Education (MoE), launched Teacher App 2.0, powered by Artificial Intelligence (AI), in New Delhi, Delhi.

The app was developed by Bharti Airtel Foundation in collaboration with CK-12 Foundation, a California-based global nonprofit organisation.

The initiative aims to accelerate AI adoption in India’s K–12 (Kindergarten to Class 12) ecosystem, aligned with National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and Viksit Bharat @2047.

Teacher App 2.0 integrates 45+ AI-enabled tools for lesson planning, personalised learning, pedagogy, and classroom management.


21) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) launched the “Arctic Sentry” mission, to strengthen security, surveillance, and military coordination in the Arctic and High North.

The mission aims to integrate ongoing operations of member nations into multi-domain defence operations covering land, sea, air, cyber, and intelligence surveillance domains, under the leadership of Joint Force Command Norfolk.

Detailed Explanation:

North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) launched the “Arctic Sentry” mission, to strengthen security, surveillance, and military coordination in the Arctic and High North.

The mission aims to integrate ongoing operations of member nations into multi-domain defence operations covering land, sea, air, cyber, and intelligence surveillance domains, under the leadership of Joint Force Command Norfolk.

The initiative comes amid geopolitical tensions following the Greenland strategic crisis and concerns raised by Donald Trump regarding Arctic strategic dominance and security interests.

The Arctic Sentry mission strengthens collective defence capabilities, enhances maritime and aerial monitoring, and improves strategic preparedness in polar regions against rising Russian and Chinese activity.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh), including its Centre of Excellence for Novel Drug Delivery Systems, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Boehringer Ingelheim India Private Limited to strengthen pharmaceutical education, research collaboration and innovation.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research Raebareli (Uttar Pradesh), including its Centre of Excellence for Novel Drug Delivery Systems, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Boehringer Ingelheim India Private Limited to strengthen pharmaceutical education, research collaboration and innovation.

The objective of the MoU is to align academic curriculum with industry requirements, thereby improving employability and practical competencies of students in the pharmaceutical sector.

The partnership will facilitate guest lectures, expert interactions, short term training programmes and workshops, enhancing hands-on learning and industry exposure.

During the event, Cohort 2 of the Alliance for Medical Research, Innovation, Translation and Value Acceleration (AMRITVA) was launched to further promote research commercialization and innovation.

23) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Andhra Pradesh on at the India Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit to establish India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence University campus in Amaravati.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Government of Andhra Pradesh on at the India Artificial Intelligence Impact Summit to establish India’s first dedicated Quantum and Artificial Intelligence University campus in Amaravati.

The initiative aligns with Andhra Pradesh’s proposed Andhra Quantum Mission and aims to develop Amaravati as the nucleus of the Quantum Valley initiative, positioning the state as a global quantum innovation hub.

The Memorandum of Understanding was signed in the presence of Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, S. Krishnan (Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology), Dr. M. M. Tripathi (Director General, NIELIT) and C. V. Sridhar (Mission Director, Amaravati Quantum Valley).

 

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) and the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) to enhance collaborative efforts in Disaster Management Research and Response (DMRR).

Detailed Explanation:

The National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), under the Ministry of Home Affairs, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Academy of Scientific and Innovative Research (AcSIR) and the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) to enhance collaborative efforts in Disaster Management Research and Response (DMRR).

The agreement aims to strengthen research, capacity building, policy support and knowledge sharing to improve national disaster risk reduction mechanisms and build long term resilience.

The MoU integrates science, technology and policy frameworks to enhance disaster preparedness, promote interdisciplinary academic research, and strengthen science communication related to disaster risks across India.

25) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Delhi Open 2026 concluded with an exciting finish as Greece’s Stefanos Sakellaridis won the men’s singles title after defeating Great Britain’s Oliver Crawford in a closely contested final.

The 21-year-old secured his first singles title on the ATP Challenger Tour, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.

Detailed Explanation:

The Delhi Open 2026 concluded with an exciting finish as Greece’s Stefanos Sakellaridis won the men’s singles title after defeating Great Britain’s Oliver Crawford in a closely contested final.

The 21-year-old secured his first singles title on the ATP Challenger Tour, marking a significant milestone in his professional career.

In the doubles category, India’s Siddhant Banthia partnered with Bulgaria’s Alexander Donski to win the title.

They defeated India’s Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha and Thailand’s Pruchya Isaro in the final.