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1) As per the news, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the "Master Directions – RBI (Credit Derivatives) Directions, 2026" under which section of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934?

(a) Section 17

(b) Section 24

(c) Section 35A

(d) Section 45W

(e) Section 58

2) As of 2026, the SBM Paisabazaar Paisa+ Credit Card, launched in partnership with SBM Bank (India) Limited, is backed by which financial instrument?

(a) Recurring Deposit (RD)

(b) Fixed Deposit (FD)

(c) Public Provident Fund (PPF)

(d) National Savings Certificate (NSC)

(e) Sovereign Gold Bond (SGB)

3) As of 2026, LEXI Money IFSC Private Limited (LEXI) received in-principle approval from the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to operate as what at GIFT-IFSC?

(a) Banking Unit

(b) Payment Service Provider (PSP)

(c) Stock Exchange

(d) Insurance Intermediary

(e) Asset Management Company

 

4) Which Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven fintech platform received approval from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to operate as a Third Party Application Provider (TPAP)?

(a) CRED

(b) jUMPP

(c) Razorpay

(d) PhonePe

(e) MobiKwik

 

5) How many countries, including India, signed the Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the 2nd Pax Silica Summit held in Washington, D.C., in 2026?

(a) 25

(b) 30

(c) 45

(d) 40

(e) 35

 

6) In news, the Rajolibanda Diversion Scheme (RDS), an interstate irrigation project shared by Telangana, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, is built across which river?

(a) Tungabhadra River

(b) Krishna River

(c) Godavari River

(d) Pennar River

(e) Bhima River

7) In 2026, consider the following statements regarding the revised passport fee structure notified by the Government of India:

1. The revised passport fees came into effect from 1 July 2026.
2. The fee for a 36-page normal passport was increased from ₹1,500 to ₹2,500.
3. The validity of adult passports has been reduced from 10 years to 5 years.

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) 3 only

 

8) Recently, the indigenous B35 Bullet Train, being developed by the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL), will have a maximum design speed of__________km/h.

(a) 300 km/h

(b) 320 km/h

(c) 330 km/h

(d) 350 km/h

(e) 360 km/h

9) Under the new LPG regulations notified in 2026, within how many days must a consumer surrender their domestic LPG connection after a new Piped Natural Gas (PNG) connection becomes operational?

(a) 15 days

(b) 30 days

(c) 45 days

(d) 60 days

(e) 90 days

10) Under the Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana (MKSY) of Gujarat, farmers suffering more than 60% crop loss are eligible for financial assistance of________.

(a) ₹25,000 per hectare

(b) ₹20,000 per hectare

(c) ₹22,500 per hectare

(d) ₹15,000 per hectare

(e) ₹30,000 per hectare

11) As per the news, India hosted the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting in 2026 under the Energy Track theme___________

(a) One Earth, One Energy, One Future

(b) Powering Sustainable Growth

(c) सर्वेषां ऊर्जम् (Energy for All)

(d) Green Energy for Global Prosperity

(e) Energy Security through Innovation

 

12) As of 2026, the SHATAYU (Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training for Your Utility) Dashboard, launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is designed to connect senior citizens with___________.

(a) Telemedicine specialists

(b) Certified geriatric caregivers

(c) Pension consultants

(d) Legal aid volunteers

(e) Mental health counsellors

13) Who has been appointed as the next Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB) in 2026?

(a) Mahesh Dixit

(b) Tapan Kumar Deka

(c) Rajiv Ranjan Verma

(d) Sanjay Arora

(e) Ajay Kumar Bhalla

14) Which new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) was commissioned into the Bharatiya Tatrakshak (Indian Coast Guard) on 27 June 2026 at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa?

(a) ICGS Veer

(b) ICGS Vikram

(c) ICGS Shaurya

(d) ICGS Chetak

(e) ICGS Akshay

15) Which Indian Navy Survey Vessel Large (SVL) visited Port Victoria, Seychelles, in June 2026 to participate in the country's 50th National Day celebrations?

(a) INS Sandhayak

(b) INS Nirdeshak

(c) INS Ikshak

(d) INS Investigator

(e) INS Sutlej

 

16) Which Indian Navy officer led the Eastern Fleet during its operational deployment to South East Asia, including the port call at Sattahip, Thailand, in 2026?

(a) Rear Admiral Alok Ananda

(b) Vice Admiral Sanjay J. Singh

(c) Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar

(d) Rear Admiral Gurcharan Singh

(e) Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan

 

17) Which Indian Navy Sail Training Ship (STS) arrived at the Port of Baltimore, Maryland, USA, in June 2026 as part of the Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition?

(a) INS Tarangini

(b) INS Tir

(c) INS Shardul

(d) INS Sudarshini

(e) INS Sujata

 

18) As per the news, HELINA, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is a helicopter-launched version of which indigenous Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM)?

(a) Astra

(b) Pralay

(c) Akash

(d) Trishul

(e) Nag

 

19) What is the title of the memoir released by Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, chronicling the journey of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla from an Indian Air Force fighter pilot to an astronaut?

(a) Beyond the Stars

(b) Wings to Space

(c) The Second Orbit: Belief of a Man… Dreams of 1.4 billion Hearts

(d) Mission Beyond Earth

(e) Journey to the International Space Station

20) Which bank became the first foreign bank to receive a Universal Banking Licence from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) under the Wholly Owned Subsidiary (WOS) Model?

(a)SBM Bank (India) Limited

(b) HSBC India

(c) DBS Bank India Limited  

(d) Standard Chartered Bank India

(e) Citibank India

Answers:

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued the "Master Directions – RBI (Credit Derivatives) Directions, 2026" to deepen India's corporate bond market and expand the range of credit risk-management tools available to market participants.

The Directions have been issued under Section 45W of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, and came into effect from 25 June 2026.

The revised framework introduces new credit derivative products, including Total Return Swaps (TRS) linked to corporate bonds and credit index derivatives, to enhance market efficiency and risk management.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued the "Master Directions – RBI (Credit Derivatives) Directions, 2026" to deepen India's corporate bond market and expand the range of credit risk-management tools available to market participants.

The Directions have been issued under Section 45W of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, and came into effect from 25 June 2026.

The revised framework introduces new credit derivative products, including Total Return Swaps (TRS) linked to corporate bonds and credit index derivatives, to enhance market efficiency and risk management.

A Total Return Swap (TRS) is a credit derivative in which one party transfers the total economic return (income and capital gains/losses) of an underlying asset, such as a corporate bond, to another party.

The new framework allows Residents as well as Persons Resident Outside India to participate in the credit derivatives market, broadening the investor base.

To strengthen market governance, the RBI has mandated the establishment of a Credit Derivatives Determinations Committee under the Fixed Income Money Market and Derivatives Association of India (FIMMDA).

2) Answer: B

Paisabazaar, India's largest financial marketplace, in partnership with SBM Bank (India) Limited, has launched the SBM Paisabazaar Paisa+ Credit Card, a Fixed Deposit (FD)-backed secured credit card.

The SBM Paisabazaar Paisa+ Credit Card is designed to help users build or improve their credit profile while earning cashback rewards on everyday spending.

The card is a secured credit card, where the credit limit is backed by a Fixed Deposit (FD), making it suitable for first-time credit users and individuals with limited credit history.

Customers can open a Fixed Deposit (FD) starting from ₹2,000 to obtain the SBM Paisabazaar Paisa+ Credit Card.

 

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

LEXI Money IFSC Private Limited (LEXI), an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered trade and payments platform, has received in-principle approval from the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to operate as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) at GIFT-IFSC.

With this approval, LEXI joins a select group of fintech companies authorised to provide cross-border payment services from the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City International Financial Services Centre (GIFT-IFSC) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

Detailed Explanation:

LEXI Money IFSC Private Limited (LEXI), an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered trade and payments platform, has received in-principle approval from the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to operate as a Payment Service Provider (PSP) at GIFT-IFSC.

With this approval, LEXI joins a select group of fintech companies authorised to provide cross-border payment services from the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City International Financial Services Centre (GIFT-IFSC) in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.

The in-principle approval aims to strengthen AI-powered cross-border payment infrastructure and simplify international trade and payment solutions for Indian exporters.

The approval represents the first regulatory milestone, and LEXI must obtain the Certificate of Authorisation (CoA) from the IFSCA before commencing operations at GIFT-IFSC.

As a Payment Service Provider (PSP), LEXI will facilitate secure, efficient, and technology-driven international payment services through GIFT-IFSC.

 

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

jUMPP, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven fintech platform, has received approval from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to operate as a Third Party Application Provider (TPAP).

The NPCI approval enables jUMPP to integrate Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payment capabilities directly into its mobile application (app).

Detailed Explanation:

jUMPP, an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven fintech platform, has received approval from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to operate as a Third Party Application Provider (TPAP).

The NPCI approval enables jUMPP to integrate Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payment capabilities directly into its mobile application (app).

With UPI integration, users will be able to perform Peer-to-Peer (P2P) money transfers, merchant payments, bill payments, and mobile recharges seamlessly through the jUMPP app.

As a Third Party Application Provider (TPAP), jUMPP will facilitate UPI transactions through YES Bank Limited, which will act as its Payment Service Provider (PSP) bank.

jUMPP has also partnered with YES Bank Limited for banking services and Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS)-related services.

 

5) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Thirty-five (35) countries, including India, signed the Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI), a United States of America (USA)-led initiative aimed at building trusted and resilient supply chains to support AI technologies.

The Statement on AI was signed during the 2nd Pax Silica Summit, held from 25–26 June 2026 in Washington, D.C., USA.

The two-day summit was hosted by Jacob Helberg, Secretary of Economic Affairs, US Department of State.

The Indian delegation at the summit was led by S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), along with representatives from Indian industry.

Detailed Explanation:

Thirty-five (35) countries, including India, signed the Statement on Artificial Intelligence (AI), a United States of America (USA)-led initiative aimed at building trusted and resilient supply chains to support AI technologies.

The Statement on AI was signed during the 2nd Pax Silica Summit, held from 25–26 June 2026 in Washington, D.C., USA.

The two-day summit was hosted by Jacob Helberg, Secretary of Economic Affairs, US Department of State.

The Indian delegation at the summit was led by S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), along with representatives from Indian industry.

The initiative seeks to strengthen secure, trusted, and resilient global supply chains for critical Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies and related sectors.

During the summit, the initiative expanded with the participation of Argentina, Germany, the Netherlands, Chile, Costa Rica, Greece, Kazakhstan, Panama, and the European Union (EU).

Pax Silica is a flagship initiative of the US Department of State focused on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and supply chain security.

The term "Pax" is a historical Latin word that signifies peace, stability, and prosperity.

 

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Rajolibanda Diversion Scheme (RDS) is an interstate irrigation project built across the Tungabhadra River, a major tributary of the Krishna River.

The scheme provides irrigation water to Telangana, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, supporting agriculture and rural livelihoods.

The project recently came into focus after Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urged the Central Government to find a permanent solution to the Tungabhadra River water-sharing dispute.

Detailed Explanation:

The Rajolibanda Diversion Scheme (RDS) is an interstate irrigation project built across the Tungabhadra River, a major tributary of the Krishna River.

The scheme provides irrigation water to Telangana, Karnataka, and Andhra Pradesh, supporting agriculture and rural livelihoods.

The project recently came into focus after Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy urged the Central Government to find a permanent solution to the Tungabhadra River water-sharing dispute.

The issue was raised during the inauguration of the 33 newly installed spillway crest gates at the Tungabhadra Dam in Hosapete, Karnataka.

The event was attended by Union Minister of Jal Shakti C. R. Patil, Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy, Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar, and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu.

The scheme was developed to provide irrigation to drought-prone regions, improve agricultural productivity, ensure equitable sharing of Tungabhadra River water, and support sustainable water management.

Under the existing water-sharing arrangement, Telangana has been allocated 17.9 Thousand Million Cubic Feet (TMCFT) of water through the scheme.

According to Telangana, only 5–6 TMCFT of the allocated water is currently being utilised, while nearly 10 TMCFT remains unutilised due to operational and infrastructure-related issues.

 

7) Answer: A

The Government of India revised the passport fee structure with effect from 1 July 2026, marking the first revision since 2012.

The revised charges apply to fresh passports, renewals, Tatkal applications, replacement of lost or damaged passports, and passports for minors.

The revision has been made under the Passport Rules, 1980 to meet the increasing cost of passport processing and service delivery.

The validity of passports remains unchanged, with 10 years for adults, while the validity for minors will continue as per existing rules.

Passport Service	Old Fee	New Fee
36-page Passport (Normal)	₹1,500	₹2,500
36-page Passport (Tatkal)	₹3,500	₹5,000
60-page Passport (Normal)	₹2,000	₹3,500
60-page Passport (Tatkal)	₹4,000	₹6,000
36-page Replacement Passport (Normal)	₹5,000	₹5,000
36-page Replacement Passport (Tatkal)	₹7,500	₹7,500

 

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) is planning to expand India's high-speed rail network through seven proposed bullet train corridors connecting major metropolitan cities.

The corporation has initiated the development of the indigenous B35 Bullet Train, which will be designed and manufactured in India.

The B35 Bullet Train will have a maximum design speed of 350 kilometres per hour and an operational speed of 320 kilometres per hour.

Detailed Explanation:

The National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) is planning to expand India's high-speed rail network through seven proposed bullet train corridors connecting major metropolitan cities.

The corporation has initiated the development of the indigenous B35 Bullet Train, which will be designed and manufactured in India.

The B35 Bullet Train will have a maximum design speed of 350 kilometres per hour and an operational speed of 320 kilometres per hour.

The train will feature advanced signalling systems, modern train control technology, enhanced passenger safety, and improved comfort.

Proposed Bullet Train Corridor	Expected Travel Time
Mumbai – Pune	48 Minutes
Pune – Hyderabad	2 Hours 8 Minutes
Hyderabad – Bengaluru	2 Hours 10 Minutes
Hyderabad – Chennai	Proposed
Bengaluru – Chennai	73 Minutes
Delhi – Varanasi	3 Hours 15 Minutes
Varanasi – Siliguri	Proposed

India's first Mumbai–Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail Corridor is currently under construction.

The corridor has a total length of 508 kilometres.

The first operational section between Surat and Vapi (97 kilometres) is expected to be commissioned by August 2027.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas introduced new regulations for domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumers under the Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Amendment Order, 2026 and the Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Distribution Order, 2026.

Under the 30-Day Rule, consumers who obtain a new Piped Natural Gas connection must surrender their domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas connection within 30 days after the PNG connection becomes operational.

Failure to surrender the LPG connection within the stipulated period may result in blocking of the LPG account, preventing future cylinder refills.

Under the 90-Day Rule, households residing in areas already covered by Piped Natural Gas networks will receive notices to shift to PNG within 30 to 90 days.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas introduced new regulations for domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) consumers under the Petroleum Gas (Regulation of Supply and Distribution) Amendment Order, 2026 and the Natural Gas and Petroleum Products Distribution Order, 2026.

The new regulations aim to prevent dual domestic gas connections, curb commercial misuse of subsidized LPG cylinders, promote the adoption of Piped Natural Gas (PNG), and improve transparency in gas distribution.

The rules apply to domestic consumers of Indane, BharatGas, and HP Gas, particularly in areas where Piped Natural Gas infrastructure is available.

Under the 30-Day Rule, consumers who obtain a new Piped Natural Gas connection must surrender their domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas connection within 30 days after the PNG connection becomes operational.

Failure to surrender the LPG connection within the stipulated period may result in blocking of the LPG account, preventing future cylinder refills.

Under the 90-Day Rule, households residing in areas already covered by Piped Natural Gas networks will receive notices to shift to PNG within 30 to 90 days.

Consumers who fail to switch to PNG within the prescribed period may have their domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas supply suspended or discontinued, subject to applicable rules.

 

10) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Government of Gujarat launched the Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana (MKSY) in 2020 to provide financial assistance to farmers whose Kharif crops are damaged due to natural calamities.

The scheme provides compensation without charging any insurance premium, unlike conventional crop insurance schemes.

Farmers with 33% to 60% crop loss are eligible for financial assistance of Rs. 20,000 per hectare. Farmers with more than 60% crop loss receive Rs. 25,000 per hectare.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of Gujarat launched the Mukhyamantri Kisan Sahay Yojana (MKSY) in 2020 to provide financial assistance to farmers whose Kharif crops are damaged due to natural calamities.

The scheme provides compensation without charging any insurance premium, unlike conventional crop insurance schemes.

Farmers with 33% to 60% crop loss are eligible for financial assistance of Rs. 20,000 per hectare.

Farmers with more than 60% crop loss receive Rs. 25,000 per hectare.

The financial assistance is available for a maximum of 4 hectares per farmer.

The scheme covers crop losses caused by floods, droughts, cyclones, heavy rainfall, and unseasonal rainfall.

The financial assistance is transferred directly to beneficiaries' bank accounts through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

 

11) Answer: C

India hosted the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers' Meeting in Gurugram, Haryana, under its BRICS Chairship 2026.

The meeting was organised under the theme "Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability."

The Energy Track Theme was "सर्वेषां ऊर्जम् (Energy for All)."

The meeting was attended by Energy Ministers, Vice Ministers, senior officials, and representatives of the International Solar Alliance, Global Biofuels Alliance, and New Development Bank.

The discussions focused on energy security and sustainability, energy access and equity, and technology and innovation.

 

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the SHATAYU (Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training for Your Utility) Dashboard.

The dashboard aims to strengthen elderly care services by connecting trained geriatric caregivers with senior citizens requiring professional care and assistance.

It serves as a centralized digital platform for registering certified geriatric caregivers across India.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the SHATAYU (Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training for Your Utility) Dashboard.

The dashboard aims to strengthen elderly care services by connecting trained geriatric caregivers with senior citizens requiring professional care and assistance.

It serves as a centralized digital platform for registering certified geriatric caregivers across India.

The initiative seeks to improve access to quality elderly care, promote an inclusive and age-friendly support system, and strengthen the country's elderly care ecosystem.

The dashboard is managed by the National Institute of Social Defence (NISD) under the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.

The National Institute of Social Defence is responsible for training geriatric caregivers under various Government programmes.

Caregivers who completed geriatric caregiver training during   2023-24 and earlier have also been invited to register on the dashboard.

 

13) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the appointment of Mahesh Dixit as the next Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), India's premier internal intelligence agency.

Mahesh Dixit is a 1993-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer and is currently serving as the Special Director and second-in-command of the Intelligence Bureau (IB).

Detailed Explanation:

The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the appointment of Mahesh Dixit as the next Director of the Intelligence Bureau (IB), India's premier internal intelligence agency.

Mahesh Dixit is a 1993-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer and is currently serving as the Special Director and second-in-command of the Intelligence Bureau (IB).

He will assume office as Director, Intelligence Bureau (IB) for a two-year tenure from the date of assuming charge or until further orders, whichever is earlier.

Mahesh Dixit will succeed Tapan Kumar Deka, a 1988-batch IPS officer, who has been serving as Director of the Intelligence Bureau since July 2022, with his second extended tenure ending on 30 June 2026.

 

14) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Bharatiya Tatrakshak (Indian Coast Guard) achieved another milestone in its force modernisation with the commissioning of the ICGS Akshay, a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), on 27 June 2026 at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa.

The vessel is named "Akshay", which means "Indestructible", symbolising the enduring spirit, resilience, and unwavering commitment of Bharatiya Tatrakshak towards safeguarding India's maritime interests.

ICGS Akshay enhances the operational capability of the Bharatiya Tatrakshak by strengthening maritime security, coastal surveillance, and protection of India's vast maritime domain.

Detailed Explanation:

Bharatiya Tatrakshak (Indian Coast Guard) achieved another milestone in its force modernisation with the commissioning of the ICGS Akshay, a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), on 27 June 2026 at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa.

The vessel is named "Akshay", which means "Indestructible", symbolising the enduring spirit, resilience, and unwavering commitment of Bharatiya Tatrakshak towards safeguarding India's maritime interests.

ICGS Akshay enhances the operational capability of the Bharatiya Tatrakshak by strengthening maritime security, coastal surveillance, and protection of India's vast maritime domain.

The Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) is equipped to undertake maritime law enforcement, coastal security, search and rescue (SAR), marine environmental protection, and assistance to mariners in distress.

ICGS Akshay was commissioned by Smt. Parama Sen, Additional Secretary (Personnel), Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance.

 

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

INS Ikshak, the Indian Navy's indigenously built Survey Vessel Large (SVL), arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 26 June 2026 as part of its operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region.

The visit coincides with the 50th National Day celebrations of Seychelles, highlighting the strong maritime partnership and long-standing friendship between India and Seychelles.

Detailed Explanation:

INS Ikshak, the Indian Navy's indigenously built Survey Vessel Large (SVL), arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on 26 June 2026 as part of its operational deployment to the South West Indian Ocean Region.

The visit coincides with the 50th National Day celebrations of Seychelles, highlighting the strong maritime partnership and long-standing friendship between India and Seychelles.

During the port call, INS Ikshak will participate in the National Day celebrations and hold professional interactions with the Seychelles Defence Forces to enhance maritime cooperation and interoperability.

As part of its community outreach initiatives, the ship will organize medical camps and distribute essential supplies, strengthening goodwill and people-to-people ties between the two countries.

INS Ikshak will also be open to visitors, providing an opportunity to witness the Indian Navy's capabilities and its commitment to regional maritime security, safety, and cooperation.

 

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Indian Naval Ships (INS) Udaygiri, Kavaratti, and Shakti of the Eastern Fleet arrived at Sattahip, Thailand, as part of their operational deployment to the South East Asia Region.

The deployment was led by Rear Admiral (RAdm) Alok Ananda, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF).

The Indian Naval ships were received by the Royal Thai Navy, reflecting the strong and long-standing maritime partnership between India and Thailand.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Naval Ships (INS) Udaygiri, Kavaratti, and Shakti of the Eastern Fleet arrived at Sattahip, Thailand, as part of their operational deployment to the South East Asia Region.

The deployment was led by Rear Admiral (RAdm) Alok Ananda, Flag Officer Commanding Eastern Fleet (FOCEF).

The Indian Naval ships were received by the Royal Thai Navy, reflecting the strong and long-standing maritime partnership between India and Thailand.

The port call is part of India's continued maritime engagement with South East Asian nations to strengthen regional maritime cooperation.

The visit includes professional exchanges, cross-deck visits, operational interactions, sporting engagements, and community outreach programmes to enhance navy-to-navy cooperation and interoperability.

The port call aims to strengthen camaraderie, mutual cooperation, and bilateral maritime ties between India and Thailand.

 

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship (STS) INS Sudarshini arrived at the Port of Baltimore, Maryland, USA, on 26 June 2026 as part of the landmark Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition.

The voyage from Norfolk to Baltimore included transit through the historic Chesapeake & Delaware (C&D) Canal, passing beneath major mid-Atlantic bridges.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Navy's Sail Training Ship (STS) INS Sudarshini arrived at the Port of Baltimore, Maryland, USA, on 26 June 2026 as part of the landmark Lokayan 26 transoceanic expedition.

The voyage from Norfolk to Baltimore included transit through the historic Chesapeake & Delaware (C&D) Canal, passing beneath major mid-Atlantic bridges.

The visit of INS Sudarshini highlights India's rich maritime heritage and strengthens the enduring friendship and maritime cooperation between the Indian Navy and the United States Navy (US Navy).

During its stay in Baltimore, the ship will participate in maritime engagement programmes and community outreach activities ahead of the Sail250 Maryland celebrations, marking the 250th anniversary of the United States.

Before arriving in Baltimore, INS Sudarshini participated in the Sail250 Virginia celebrations held in Norfolk from 19–23 June 2026.

 

18) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

HELINA (Helicopter-launched Nag) is an indigenously developed, third-generation, fire-and-forget Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

HELINA is the helicopter-launched version of the Nag Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) and is designed to destroy armoured vehicles, battle tanks, and reinforced bunkers.

Detailed Explanation:

HELINA (Helicopter-launched Nag) is an indigenously developed, third-generation, fire-and-forget Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

HELINA is the helicopter-launched version of the Nag Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM) and is designed to destroy armoured vehicles, battle tanks, and reinforced bunkers.

The Indian Air Force (IAF) version of the missile is called Dhruvastra, while another ATGM version can also be fired by soldiers.

HELINA uses a high-resolution Imaging Infrared (IIR) Seeker with Lock-on Before Launch (LOBL) capability, enabling the missile to identify and track targets using their heat signatures.

As a fire-and-forget missile, HELINA locks onto the target before launch and requires no further guidance from the helicopter after firing, allowing the launch platform to move to safety.

 

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, released the memoir of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, titled "The Second Orbit: Belief of a Man… Dreams of 1.4 billion Hearts", at an event held in New Delhi.

The memoir chronicles Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's journey from an Indian Air Force fighter pilot to an astronaut, including his mission to the International Space Station as part of the Axiom-4 Mission.

Detailed Explanation:

Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, released the memoir of Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, titled "The Second Orbit: Belief of a Man… Dreams of 1.4 billion Hearts", at an event held in New Delhi.

The memoir chronicles Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla's journey from an Indian Air Force fighter pilot to an astronaut, including his mission to the International Space Station as part of the Axiom-4 Mission.

The book highlights his selection as an astronaut, training, mission preparation, experiences aboard the International Space Station, and personal reflections on representing India in space.

The event also marked the first anniversary of the Axiom-4 Mission, which was launched.

Students from various schools attended the event and interacted with Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, who shared his experiences of space travel and inspired young minds to pursue careers in science and space exploration.

The memoir showcases India's growing participation in human spaceflight and highlights the country's progress in space exploration.

 

20) Answer: A

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