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1) As of 2026, the SEBI has proposed allowing gift cards / prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) for investing in mutual funds. Which of the following is a key feature of this proposal?

(a) Each gift PPI will have a validity of one year from the date of issuance.

(b) Funding of PPIs can be done via cash only, without using bank accounts.

(c) There is no limit on annual investments through gift PPIs.

(d) RTAs will not track investments made through gift PPIs.

(e) Gift PPIs can be used to invest in stocks directly, bypassing mutual funds.


2) Which bank was conferred the National Award for Outstanding Performance in SHG-Bank Linkage 2024-25 for promoting rural economic empowerment and financial inclusion?

(a) State Bank of India (SBI)

(b) Punjab National Bank (PNB)

(c) Karnataka Grameena Bank (KGB)

(d) Canara Bank

(e) Bank of Baroda

 

3) In 2026, SEBI recently amended the AIF Regulations to reduce the minimum investment amount for Social Impact Funds (SIFs) under Category-I AIFs. What is the new minimum investment value for individual investors?

(a) ₹50,000

(b) ₹1,000

(c) ₹1 lakh

(d) ₹2 lakh

(e) ₹5,000

4) Which AI/ML-based solution has the RBI rolled out to detect mule accounts and curb cyber fraud in India’s digital payments ecosystem?

(a) FraudShield.AI

(b) CyberPatrol.AI

(c) MuleHunter.AI

(d) PaymentSecure.AI

(e) DigiSafe.AI


5) As of March 2026, which AI startup partnered with Razorpay to introduce voice-led, multilingual digital commerce solutions in India?

(a) Yellow.ai

(b) Haptik AI

(c) Uniphore

(d) Mad Street Den

(e) Sarvam AI

6) In 2026, L&T Finance Limited (LTF) recently became a signatory to which global initiative to strengthen its sustainability and ESG framework?

(a) UN Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI)

(b) World Economic Forum (WEF) ESG Pact

(c) Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

(d) United Nations Global Compact (UNGC)

(e) International Finance Corporation (IFC) Sustainability Framework

7) In 2026, Goldman Sachs has revised India’s GDP growth forecast for 2026 due to rising crude oil prices after the US-Iran conflict. What is the new forecast?

(a) 5.9%

(b) 6.5%

(c) 5.7%

(d) 4.6%

(e) 6.0%

8) The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 seeks to formalise administrative control and retain leadership roles in senior positions for which group of officers?

(a) Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officers

(b) Indian Foreign Service (IFS) officers

(c) Indian Police Service (IPS) officers

(d) Defence Service Officers

(e) State Police Officers

9) The Delhi Budget 2026–27, presented by Chief Minister Rekha Gupta, has been described as a “Green Budget”. What is the total outlay of this budget?

(a) ₹95,000 crore

(b) ₹1,03,700 crore

(c) ₹1,10,500 crore

(d) ₹98,500 crore

(e) ₹1,00,000 crore

10) In 2026, Gujarat became the second state in India to pass the Uniform Civil Code Bill. Which was the first state to do so?

(a) Goa

(b) Rajasthan

(c) Kerala

(d) Maharashtra

(e) Uttarakhand

11) The Government of India constituted seven empowered committees to address the impact of the escalating West Asia crisis. Who will direct these committees?

(a) Rajesh Kumar Singh

(b) Vikram Misri

(c) Govind Mohan

(d) Narendra Modi

(e) Nirmala Sitharaman

12) Under the revised Indian Railways ticket cancellation policy (2026), what is the refund if a ticket is cancelled within 8 hours before train departure?

(a) Full refund

(b) 50% deduction

(c) 25% deduction

(d) No refund

(e) Refund after deducting basic charges only

13) The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council (Meghalaya) passed an amendment in 2026 requiring what to be mandatory for contesting its elections?

(a) Residency of at least 10 years in the region

(b) A Scheduled Tribe (ST) certificate

(c) Graduation degree

(d) Age above 35 years

(e) Membership in a political party

14) Which of the following is NOT one of the five key pillars of the Asia Africa Agri Alliance (AAAA)?

(a) Trade and Market Access

(b) Technology and Innovation Transfer

(c) Investment and Finance

(d) Capacity Building and Knowledge Exchange

(e) Defence and Strategic Partnerships

15) In news, Chartered Accountant P.V. Narayana Rao has been appointed as a Co-opted Member of which board of Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for the term 2026–27?

(a) Auditing and Assurance Standards Board

(b) Accounting Standards Board

(c) Sustainability Reporting Standards Board (SRSB)

(d) Financial Reporting Review Board

(e) Ethics and Governance Standards Board

16) As of 2026, Kalpana Soren, MLA from Gandey, Jharkhand, was honoured with which award in 2026 for her contributions to women’s empowerment?

(a) Nari Shakti Puraskar

(b) Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award

(c) Bharat Ratna for Social Work

(d) Rashtriya Mahila Samman

(e) BRICS Women Leadership Award

17) Which of the following statements about the Global Terrorism Index 2026 is INCORRECT?

(a) In 2025, terrorist-related deaths declined by 28% compared to the previous year.

(b) Terrorism impact is increasingly concentrated in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Sahel region.

(c) 81 countries showed improvement in terrorism impact in 2025.

(d) The Global Terrorism Index score is calculated using incidents, deaths, injuries, and hostages.

(e) The top-ranked country with the highest terrorism impact is Nigeria.

18) Which Non-Banking Financial Company–Microfinance Institution (NBFC-MFI) became India’s second largest after merging with Chaitanya India Fin Credit Private Limited (CIFCPL) and SHPL?

(a) Svatantra Microfin

(b) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank

(c) Bandhan Bank

(d) SKS Microfinance

(e) Annapurna Finance

19) In 2026, Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered a new cockroach species in Maharashtra. What is the name of this species?

(a) Blattella indica

(b) Periplaneta mauritianus

(c) Gyna maculipennis

(d) Panchlora indica

(e) Neoloboptera peninsularis

20) In 2026, Researchers from IIT-Kharagpur and PRL studied the formation of titanium-rich basalts on the Moon. What is the approximate TiO₂ content in some of these lunar basalts?

(a) Less than 2%

(b) 5–8%

(c) 10–12%

(d) Up to 18%

(e) 20–25%

21) The National AI Skilling Initiative launched by Ashwini Vaishnaw is being implemented through which institution?

(a) IIT Delhi

(b) IIM Ahmedabad

(c) National Institute of Electronics & IT

(d) Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT)

(e) Indira Gandhi National Open University

22) In 2026, Lionel Robert Jospin, who passed away at the age of 88, was the former Prime Minister of which country?

(a) Belgium

(b) France

(c) Switzerland

(d) Luxembourg

(e) Canada

23) The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is observed every year on which date?

(a) 25 March

(b) 24 March

(c) 23 March

(d) 26 March

(e) 27 March

24) In news, Karnataka Grameena Bank (KGB), formed in 2025, is sponsored by which bank?

(a) State Bank of India

(b) Punjab National Bank

(c) Canara Bank

(d) Bank of Baroda

(e) Union Bank of India

25) Which regulatory body launched the Saa₹thi Mobile App to provide educational resources and protect citizens from financial fraud?

(a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(b) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)

(c) National Housing Bank (NHB)

(d) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)

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

Answers:

1) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed allowing gift cards / prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) for investing in mutual funds to boost financial inclusion.

Under the proposal, individuals can purchase gift PPIs and transfer them to recipients, who can then use them to invest in mutual fund units.

Each gift PPI will have a validity of one year from the date of issuance, ensuring timely utilisation.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed allowing gift cards / prepaid payment instruments (PPIs) for investing in mutual funds to boost financial inclusion.

Under the proposal, individuals can purchase gift PPIs and transfer them to recipients, who can then use them to invest in mutual fund units.

Each gift PPI will have a validity of one year from the date of issuance, ensuring timely utilisation.

Funding of PPIs will be allowed only via electronic bank transfer or UPI from an Indian bank account, reducing misuse and enhancing traceability.

A cap has been proposed where total investments through gift PPIs cannot exceed ₹50,000 per investor annually.

RTAs, on behalf of AMCs, will track investments per investor per AMC per financial year through Gift PPIs, e-wallets, and cash.

If a Gift PPI redemption transaction exceeds ₹50,000, the transaction will be rejected, and the PPI face value will be refunded to the issuer's escrow account.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) conferred the National Award for Outstanding Performance in Self-Help Groups (SHG)-Bank Linkage 2024-25 to Karnataka Grameena Bank (KGB) for its significant contribution to rural economic empowerment and financial inclusion.

The award was presented by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, MoRD, to V. M. Rukmini Devi, General Manager (GM) of KGB, during the National Conference on Financial Literacy and Capacity Building and the 25th Central Level Coordination Committee (CLCC) meeting held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) conferred the National Award for Outstanding Performance in Self-Help Groups (SHG)-Bank Linkage 2024-25 to Karnataka Grameena Bank (KGB) for its significant contribution to rural economic empowerment and financial inclusion.

The award was presented by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, MoRD, to V. M. Rukmini Devi, General Manager (GM) of KGB, during the National Conference on Financial Literacy and Capacity Building and the 25th Central Level Coordination Committee (CLCC) meeting held in Hyderabad, Telangana.

Aligned with the objectives of Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), KGB has extended ₹2,835 crore credit to 80,904 Self-Help Groups (SHGs).

The award recognizes KGB’s role in empowering rural women, promoting inclusive growth, and strengthening the SHG-bank linkage model for sustainable rural development.

V. M. Rukmini Devi received the award on behalf of KGB and emphasized the bank’s continued commitment to inclusive and sustainable rural development in the coming years.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approved a wide-ranging set of regulatory changes covering market intermediaries, foreign investors, alternative investment funds (AIF), and governance norms at its 213th board meeting held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

SEBI amended the AIF Regulations, 2012, to reduce the minimum investment value by individual investors in SIFs of AIF from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 1,000.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) approved a wide-ranging set of regulatory changes covering market intermediaries, foreign investors, alternative investment funds (AIF), and governance norms at its 213th board meeting held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Social Impact Fund (SIF) is a sub-category of Category-I AIF introduced in July 2022, which primarily invests in Not-for-Profit (NPOs) registered or listed on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) and in for-profit social enterprises.

SEBI amended the AIF Regulations, 2012, to reduce the minimum investment value by individual investors in SIFs of AIF from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 1,000.

The SEBI board has introduced flexibility for AIFs in winding up schemes and surrendering registration.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued instructions in 2017 on limiting customer liability in unauthorised electronic banking transactions.

The Indian Digital Payment Intelligence Corporation (IDPIC) was incorporated as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act, 2013.

RBI rolled out “MuleHunter.AI”, an AI/ML-based solution for mule account detection, which is currently live in 26 banks and is being scaled up further.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued instructions in 2017 on limiting customer liability in unauthorised electronic banking transactions.

The Indian Digital Payment Intelligence Corporation (IDPIC) was incorporated as a Section 8 company under the Companies Act, 2013.

The primary mandate of IDPIC is to detect, prevent, and analyse fraud in India’s digital payments ecosystem in real time using Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), and Big Data Analytics.

The Government is constantly engaging with RBI and other regulators to curb misuse of mule accounts for cyber frauds across the country.

RBI rolled out “MuleHunter.AI”, an AI/ML-based solution for mule account detection, which is currently live in 26 banks and is being scaled up further.

RBI advisories guide banks to adopt robust systems and controls to prevent and detect cyber-enabled frauds and suspected money mules.

 

5) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Razorpay, an Indian fintech company, partnered with Sarvam AI, an Indian AI startup, to introduce voice-led, multilingual digital commerce solutions in India.

The collaboration enables users to discover products, place orders, and complete payments through voice commands in their preferred language.

Detailed Explanation:

Razorpay, an Indian fintech company, partnered with Sarvam AI, an Indian AI startup, to introduce voice-led, multilingual digital commerce solutions in India.

The collaboration enables users to discover products, place orders, and complete payments through voice commands in their preferred language.

Sarvam AI’s models and agentic technology stack will be integrated with Razorpay’s payment infrastructure, allowing AI agents to understand multilingual conversational inputs and execute real-time transactions.

The feature will initially roll out on Sarvam AI’s Indus App, with Swiggy as an early partner for voice-based food ordering, while a pilot is already live on The Derma Co website for voice-based product browsing and purchases.

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

L&T Finance Limited. (LTF) has become a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), strengthening its sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework.

Detailed Explanation:

L&T Finance Limited. (LTF) has become a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), strengthening its sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) framework.

The move reaffirms LTF’s ethical practices and aligns its long-term strategy with UNGC principles on human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption.

LTF will report annually on its progress in implementing the Ten Principles of the Global Compact as part of its participation in the UNGC.

LTF is also a signatory to the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF) to measure and manage financed emissions.

 

7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Goldman Sachs has lowered India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for 2026 to 5.9%, down from 7% before the US-Iran conflict.

Detailed Explanation:

Goldman Sachs has lowered India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for 2026 to 5.9%, down from 7% before the US-Iran conflict.

They had earlier reduced it to 6.5 per cent in March; the revision follows rising crude oil prices due to supply disruptions, especially near the Strait of Hormuz.

The investment bank expects Brent crude to average $105 per barrel in March and $115 in April if the disruption continues until mid-April.

India’s inflation forecast for 2026 has been raised to 4.6 per cent, up from 4.2 per cent in mid-March and 3.9 per cent before the conflict.

 

8) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Government of India is set to introduce the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 to formalise the administrative control and leadership structure in Central Armed Police Forces.

The Bill proposes to retain the leadership role of Indian Police Service officers in senior positions of Central Armed Police Forces, reversing earlier efforts aimed at reducing their deputation.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India is set to introduce the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026 to formalise the administrative control and leadership structure in Central Armed Police Forces.

The Bill proposes to retain the leadership role of Indian Police Service officers in senior positions of Central Armed Police Forces, reversing earlier efforts aimed at reducing their deputation.

The proposal has triggered debate regarding control, promotions, and career growth opportunities of cadre officers within Central Armed Police Forces.

The Bill covers the following forces:

Border Security Force

Central Reserve Police Force

Central Industrial Security Force

Indo-Tibetan Border Police

Sashastra Seema Bal

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi, presented the Delhi Budget 2026–27 with a total outlay of ₹1,03,700 crore (₹1.03 trillion).

The Budget reflects a 3.7% increase compared to the previous financial year and has been described as a “Green Budget” with strong emphasis on environmental sustainability, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and civic services.

Detailed Explanation:

Rekha Gupta, Chief Minister of Delhi, presented the Delhi Budget 2026–27 with a total outlay of ₹1,03,700 crore (₹1.03 trillion).

The Budget reflects a 3.7% increase compared to the previous financial year and has been described as a “Green Budget” with strong emphasis on environmental sustainability, education, healthcare, infrastructure, and civic services.

About 21% of the total Budget allocation has been earmarked for green initiatives to address air pollution and environmental challenges, especially during winter months.

The Budget integrates a “green lens” approach across policies to ensure development aligned with environmental protection.

The Municipal Corporation of Delhi has been allocated ₹11,666 crore, including ₹1,000 crore for road improvements.

At present, Indian Police Service officers are appointed on deputation to senior leadership roles in these forces, and the Bill seeks to provide a clear legal framework supporting their continued presence in top positions.

10) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Government of Gujarat passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026 in the State Assembly, becoming the second state after Uttarakhand (2024) to pass a Uniform Civil Code law.

The Bill was tabled by Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister of Gujarat.

The legislation proposes a common legal framework governing marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance, and live-in relationships across all religions to ensure equality before law.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Gujarat passed the Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026 in the State Assembly, becoming the second state after Uttarakhand (2024) to pass a Uniform Civil Code law.

The Bill was tabled by Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister of Gujarat.

The legislation proposes a common legal framework governing marriage, divorce, succession, inheritance, and live-in relationships across all religions to ensure equality before law.

The Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026 aims to replace religion-based personal laws with a uniform legal structure for civil matters such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and succession.

The Bill was introduced after submission of recommendations by a state-appointed committee supporting implementation of a uniform system.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Government of India constituted seven empowered committees to manage the economic, energy, trade, logistics, inflation, and national security impact arising from the escalating West Asia crisis.

The committees will function under the direction of Narendra Modi with participation of senior officials from key ministries, reflecting a coordinated multi-sectoral preparedness strategy.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India constituted seven empowered committees to manage the economic, energy, trade, logistics, inflation, and national security impact arising from the escalating West Asia crisis.

The committees will function under the direction of Narendra Modi with participation of senior officials from key ministries, reflecting a coordinated multi-sectoral preparedness strategy.

The move aims to address possible disruptions in oil supplies, shipping routes such as the Strait of Hormuz, trade flows, supply chains, and inflation, given India’s dependence on energy imports.

The committees will assess immediate risks and prepare short-term and long-term resilience strategies through real-time monitoring and inter-ministerial coordination.

The committee on defence, external affairs and public order is led by Vikram Misri with Govind Mohan and Rajesh Kumar Singh as key members to assess geopolitical risks, evacuation preparedness, diplomatic coordination, and internal security readiness.

 

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, introduced major reforms in the ticket cancellation and refund policy of Indian Railways.

Under the revised rules, no refund will be provided if tickets are cancelled within 8 hours before train departure, replacing the earlier 4-hour rule.

The revised policy will be implemented between 1 April and 15 April 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, introduced major reforms in the ticket cancellation and refund policy of Indian Railways.

Under the revised rules, no refund will be provided if tickets are cancelled within 8 hours before train departure, replacing the earlier 4-hour rule.

The revised policy will be implemented between 1 April and 15 April 2026.

The reforms aim to curb misuse of tickets, prevent black marketing, improve seat utilisation, and ensure fair access to tickets during peak seasons.

As per the revised refund structure:

No refund if cancellation is made within 8 hours before departure.

50% deduction if cancellation is made between 24 hours and 8 hours before departure.

25% deduction if cancellation is made between 72 hours and 24 hours before departure.

Full refund (after deducting basic charges) if cancellation is made more than 72 hours before departure.

 

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council in Meghalaya passed an amendment making a Scheduled Tribe certificate mandatory to contest its elections.

The development was announced on 24 March 2026 by Conrad Sangma.

The amendment aims to reinforce the tribal character of the council by restricting eligibility to members of recognised Scheduled Tribes of Meghalaya.

Detailed Explanation:

The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council in Meghalaya passed an amendment making a Scheduled Tribe certificate mandatory to contest its elections.

The development was announced on 24 March 2026 by Conrad Sangma.

The amendment aims to reinforce the tribal character of the council by restricting eligibility to members of recognised Scheduled Tribes of Meghalaya.

As per the amendment, non-tribal residents, even if permanent residents of the region, are no longer eligible to contest council elections.

The amendment followed weeks of tension and controversy in the Garo Hills region, triggered by attempts of a non-tribal leader to file nomination, which led to protests by tribal groups demanding stricter eligibility norms.

An earlier notification issued on 17 February 2026 attempting to enforce a similar rule was struck down by the Meghalaya High Court due to procedural lapses, stating that such changes must follow proper legislative procedure.

The Garo Hills Autonomous District Council functions under the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution of India, which provides special administrative autonomy to tribal areas in North-East India.

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Senior ambassadors, diplomats, policymakers, and agribusiness leaders from over ten nations formally launched the Asia Africa Agri Alliance (AAAA) in New Delhi, Delhi.

The alliance will operate through five key pillars: Trade and Market Access; Technology and Innovation Transfer; Investment and Finance; Policy, Standards and Agriculture Diplomacy; and Capacity Building and Knowledge Exchange.

Detailed Explanation:

Senior ambassadors, diplomats, policymakers, and agribusiness leaders from over ten nations formally launched the Asia Africa Agri Alliance (AAAA) in New Delhi, Delhi.

The Asia Africa Agri Alliance (AAAA) is a new institutional platform aimed at strengthening trade, agricultural cooperation, investment, and technology exchange between Asia and Africa.

The initiative seeks to create a structured framework for trade partnerships and policy alignment across the agri-food value chain.

The AAAA has been established as a Section 8 Not-for-Profit Organisation (NPO) under the Companies Act, 2013.

The primary purpose of AAAA is to facilitate structured frameworks for trade partnerships, policy alignment, technology exchange, and investment mobilisation across the agri-food value chain.

The alliance will operate through five key pillars: Trade and Market Access; Technology and Innovation Transfer; Investment and Finance; Policy, Standards and Agriculture Diplomacy; and Capacity Building and Knowledge Exchange.

 

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Chartered Accountant (CA) P.V. Narayana Rao has been appointed as a Co-opted Member of the Sustainability Reporting Standards Board (SRSB) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for the term 2026-27.

Detailed Explanation:

Chartered Accountant (CA) P.V. Narayana Rao has been appointed as a Co-opted Member of the Sustainability Reporting Standards Board (SRSB) of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) for the term 2026-27.

As a co-opted member, he will contribute to the development and strengthening of sustainability reporting standards in India.

P.V. Narayana Rao served as Chairman of the ICAI Warangal Branch in 2015 and was later appointed as a Co-opted Member of the Public Relations Committee of ICAI (Central Council) in 2016.

He is currently serving as Vice President of the Telangana and Andhra Pradesh Tax Bar Association (TAPTB Association).

 

16) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Kalpana Soren, Member of Legislative Assembly from Gandey, Jharkhand, was honoured with the Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award 2026.

The award was presented during the BRICS CCI WE Annual Women Summit and Felicitation 2026 held in New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

Kalpana Soren, Member of Legislative Assembly from Gandey, Jharkhand, was honoured with the Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award 2026.

The award was presented during the BRICS CCI WE Annual Women Summit and Felicitation 2026 held in New Delhi.

The recognition was given for her contribution to promoting women-led development and grassroots empowerment, particularly in rural and tribal areas of Jharkhand.

The Women Empowerment Trailblazer Award honours individuals who have made significant contributions to women’s empowerment at the grassroots level.

The BRICS Chamber of Commerce and Industry Women Empowerment Summit serves as a platform for dialogue on women’s leadership and global development.

17) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Global Terrorism Index 2026 highlighted that terrorism remains a serious global threat despite a significant decline in deaths and incidents in 2025.

In 2025, 5,582 people were killed in 2,944 terrorist attacks, reflecting:

28% decline in deaths

22% decline in incidents compared to the previous year

81 countries improved, while 19 countries recorded worsening terrorism impact.

Rank	Country	Score
1	Pakistan	8.574
2	Burkina Faso	8.324
3	Niger	7.816
4	Nigeria	7.792
5	Mali	7.586

Detailed Explanation:

The Global Terrorism Index 2026 highlighted that terrorism remains a serious global threat despite a significant decline in deaths and incidents in 2025.

In 2025, 5,582 people were killed in 2,944 terrorist attacks, reflecting:

28% decline in deaths

22% decline in incidents compared to the previous year

81 countries improved, while 19 countries recorded worsening terrorism impact.

Terrorism impact is becoming more geographically concentrated, especially in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Sahel region.

The report also flagged concerns such as youth radicalisation, cross-border terrorism, and lone-wolf attacks.

The Global Terrorism Index score is calculated using four indicators:

Total number of terrorist incidents

Total number of deaths

Total number of injuries

Total number of hostages

Top 5Countries in Global Terrorism Index 2026

Rank	Country	Score
1	Pakistan	8.574
2	Burkina Faso	8.324
3	Niger	7.816
4	Nigeria	7.792
5	Mali	7.586

 

18) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Svatantra Microfin Private Limited (SMPL) completed its amalgamation with Chaitanya India Fin Credit Private Limited (CIFCPL) and Svatantra Holding Private Limited (SHPL), forming the 2nd largest Non-Banking Financial Company–Microfinance Institution (NBFC-MFI) in India.

Detailed Explanation:

Svatantra Microfin Private Limited (SMPL) completed its amalgamation with Chaitanya India Fin Credit Private Limited (CIFCPL) and Svatantra Holding Private Limited (SHPL), forming the 2nd largest Non-Banking Financial Company–Microfinance Institution (NBFC-MFI) in India.

The merger was approved by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Mumbai, with clearances from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), Competition Commission of India (CCI), and BSE Limited.

The amalgamation integrates the operations of Svatantra Microfin, CIFCPL, and its holding entity, consolidating the group's market position.

 

19) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered a new cockroach species named Neoloboptera peninsularis in the Deccan Peninsula, specifically Nathachiwadi, Pune, Maharashtra.

The discovery was published in the scientific journal “Records of ZSI”, highlighting its scientific significance.

The species name “peninsularis” is derived from Peninsular India, indicating its regional origin.

Detailed Explanation:

Scientists from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) discovered a new cockroach species named Neoloboptera peninsularis in the Deccan Peninsula, specifically Nathachiwadi, Pune, Maharashtra.

The discovery was published in the scientific journal “Records of ZSI”, highlighting its scientific significance.

The species name “peninsularis” is derived from Peninsular India, indicating its regional origin.

The study used integrative taxonomy, combining morphological analysis, genitalic study, DNA barcoding, and phylogenetic analysis.

It marks the first DNA-based identification of a cockroach species in India, showcasing the use of modern molecular techniques.

The species belongs to the genus Neoloboptera and was found in palm shrubs and dry leaf litter near agricultural fields.

 

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Researchers from IIT-Kharagpur and Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, conducted a study on the formation of titanium-rich basalts on the Moon, published in Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta.

Lunar volcanic rocks contain unusually high levels of titanium dioxide (TiO₂), with some basalts having up to 18% TiO₂, compared to less than 2% TiO₂ in Earth's volcanic rocks.

Detailed Explanation:

Researchers from IIT-Kharagpur and Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad, conducted a study on the formation of titanium-rich basalts on the Moon, published in Geochimica et Cosmochimica Acta.

Lunar volcanic rocks contain unusually high levels of titanium dioxide (TiO₂), with some basalts having up to 18% TiO₂, compared to less than 2% TiO₂ in Earth's volcanic rocks.

These lunar basalts originated from ancient lava flows formed billions of years ago, making them critical for understanding the Moon’s geological evolution.

Researchers simulated lunar interior conditions using high-pressure and high-temperature experiments, replicating depths of up to 700 km inside the Moon.

Titanium-rich basalts formed through a two-stage process involving melting, chemical interaction, and mixing between dense titanium-rich layers and the Moon’s mantle.

 

21) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB), launched three major initiatives in New Delhi, Delhi: National AI Skilling Initiative, MyWAVES, and Advanced Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) with in-built satellite tuners in TV sets to enhance access to Doordarshan (DD) Free Dish services.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting (MIB), launched three major initiatives in New Delhi, Delhi: National AI Skilling Initiative, MyWAVES, and Advanced Electronic Programme Guide (EPG) with in-built satellite tuners in TV sets to enhance access to Doordarshan (DD) Free Dish services.

The National AI Skilling Programme is launched in partnership with Google and YouTube and is designed to train 15,000 participants from the creative and media sectors.

The programme is being implemented through the Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT).

MyWAVES is a new feature within the WAVES OTT platform that allows citizens to create, upload, and share content, supporting Doordarshan’s Creators’ Corner initiative.

 

22) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Lionel Robert Jospin, former Prime Minister of France, passed away at the age of 88 in Paris, France.

He was born on 12 July 1937 in Meudon, near Paris.

Lionel Jospin served as the Prime Minister of France from 1997 to 2002 under President Jacques Chirac.

Detailed Explanation:

Lionel Robert Jospin, former Prime Minister of France, passed away at the age of 88 in Paris, France.

He was born on 12 July 1937 in Meudon, near Paris.

Lionel Jospin served as the Prime Minister of France from 1997 to 2002 under President Jacques Chirac.

He was appointed First Secretary (head) of the Socialist Party in 1981 by President François Mitterrand.

Before becoming Prime Minister, he held ministerial positions under François Mitterrand and played a key role in French socialist politics.

 

23) Answer: A

The International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade is observed annually on 25 March across the world.

It is an international observance designated by the United Nations in 2007.

24) Answer: C

KGB is a Regional Rural Bank (RRB) formed on 1 May 2025 through the amalgamation of Karnataka Gramin Bank and Karnataka Vikas Grameena Bank, headquartered in Ballari, Karnataka, and sponsored by Canara Bank.

Headquarters : Ballari, Karnataka, India

Chairman : Sri Shrikant M Bhandiwad

Owner : Government of India (50%), Government of Karnataka (15%), Canara Bank (35%)

 

25) Answer: E

SEBI also launched the Saa₹thi Mobile App, providing educational resources and investment information to protect citizens from financial fraud.