Question 1 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Zero Prize: 1. It has a total corpus of ?5 crore and grants ?1 crore each for Air, Water, and Land. 2. The prize is limited only to rural areas. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 2 of 200

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Mizoram attained full statehood on:

A

21 1972

B

20 1987

C

15 August 1986

D

26 1990

Question 3 of 200

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The BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) was launched in partnership with:

A

World Economic Forum

B

World Bank

C

International Labour Organization

D

United Nations Industrial Development Organization

Question 4 of 200

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Q. With reference to the revolutionary activities of Rash Behari Bose, consider the following statements: 1. He played a key role in the Ghadar Movement... 2. He founded the Indian Independence League in Japan in 1942... 3. He directly led the Indian National Army (Azad Hind Fauj) in its campaigns in Burma... 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

Question 5 of 200

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Who won the Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards 2026?

A

Taylor Swift

B

Bad Bunny

C

Drake

D

Billie Eilish

Question 6 of 200

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The ‘Vajra Ghaat’ exercise was conducted in which Indian state?

A

Gujarat

B

Punjab

C

Rajasthan

D

Haryana

Question 7 of 200

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The first bowler in cricket history to claim 700 wickets in the T20 format is ______.

A

Rashid Khan

B

Dwayne Bravo

C

Sunil Narine

D

Lasith Malinga

Question 8 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Exercise Vajra Prahar: 1. The 16th edition is being held in Jammu & Kashmir. 2. It is conducted between the Indian Army and the US Army. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 9 of 200

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Who will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 21st Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) 2026?

A

Naseeruddin Shah

B

Amol Palekar

C

Anupam Kher

D

Paresh Rawal

Question 10 of 200

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The 52nd G7 Summit (2026) will be hosted by:

A

Germany

B

United States

C

France

D

Japan

Question 11 of 200

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The lake Urmia recently in news is located in which country?

A

Turkey

B

Iran

C

Iraq

D

Azerbaijan

Question 12 of 200

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Consider the following statements about Perseverance Rover: 1. It is capable of executing routes planned entirely by onboard AI software. 2. It is part of a mission to search for evidence of ancient microbial life on Mars. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 13 of 200

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The 15th Conference of the Parties (COP-15) to the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) is being held in which country?

A

Germany

B

Kenya

C

Brazil

D

Switzerland

Question 14 of 200

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With reference to the Great Nicobar Mega Infrastructure Project, consider the following nearby locations: 1. Sunda Strait 2. Lombok Strait 3. Coco Islands Which of the above enhance its geostrategic significance?

A

1 only

B

1 and 2 only

C

2 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 15 of 200

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The Vibrant Villages Programme will be implemented during which financial period?

A

2021–22 to 2024–25

B

2022–23 to 2025–26

C

2023–24 to 2027–28

D

2020–21 to 2023–24

Question 16 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the National Productivity Council (NPC): 1. It was established in 1958. 2. Its headquarters is in New Delhi. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 17 of 200

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‘Prahaar’, recently in news, is best described as:

A

A new ballistic missile system

B

A border management initiative

C

A cyber security framework

D

India’s first comprehensive counter-terrorism policy

Question 18 of 200

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The International Fleet Review, Exercise MILAN and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs will be jointly held in which city?

A

Kochi

B

Mumbai

C

Visakhapatnam

D

Chennai

Question 19 of 200

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Who won Outstanding Performance by a Male actor in a Leading Role at the Actor Awards 2026?

A

Michael B. Jordan

B

Cillian Murphy

C

Ryan Gosling

D

Bradley Cooper

Question 20 of 200

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Recently, Rob Jetten made history by becoming the youngest Prime Minister of which country?

A

Belgium

B

Netherlands

C

Denmark

D

Norway

Question 21 of 200

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Consider the following religions: 1. Hinduism 2. Sikhism 3. Buddhism 4. Christianity 5. Islam Which of the above religions are recognized for Scheduled Caste status as per the Supreme Court ruling?

A

1, 2 and 3 only

B

1, 2, 3 and 4 only

C

2, 3 and 5 only

D

1, 3, 4 and 5 only

Question 22 of 200

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Consider the following statements about the Sixteenth Finance Commission (16th FC): 1. It is chaired by Dr. Arvind Panagariya. 2. It submitted its report for the award period 2026–31. 3. The vertical devolution to states was retained at 41%. Which of the statement/s 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

Question 23 of 200

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Sportstar Aces Awards 2026 – Best State for Promotion of Sports was awarded to:

A

Haryana

B

Odisha

C

Bihar

D

Gujarat

Question 24 of 200

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Dr. Zakir Husain served as the President of India from:

A

1962 to 1967

B

1965 to 1969

C

1967 to 1969

D

1957 to 1962

Question 25 of 200

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The term “Sarpanch Pati” refers to:

A

Husband of a Sarpanch who assists in village administration

B

Male relatives exercising authority on behalf of elected women sarpanches

C

Male candidates contesting elections against women

D

Government-appointed village administrators

Question 26 of 200

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Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who reportedly died recently, was the Supreme Leader of which country?

A

Iraq

B

Iran

C

Syria

D

Saudi Arabia

Question 27 of 200

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Q. The 2026 meeting of the SCO Council of National Coordinators (CNC) is being chaired by:

A

China

B

India

C

Russia

D

Kyrgyz Republic

Question 28 of 200

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Who won the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026?

A

Australia

B

Pakistan

C

South Africa

D

India

Question 29 of 200

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The 2027 AI Impact Summit will be hosted by which country?

A

India

B

France

C

United States

D

Switzerland

Question 30 of 200

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India is hosting the inaugural United Nations Fellowship Training Programme on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Control for the ______ region.

A

Europe

B

Africa

C

Asia-Pacific

D

Latin America

Question 31 of 200

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Can the Speaker of the Lok Sabha be removed from office?

A

No, the Speaker enjoys security of tenure

B

Yes, by impeachment by Parliament

C

Yes, by a resolution of the Lok Sabha

D

Yes, by the President

Question 32 of 200

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Who has assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Eastern Air Command?

A

Air Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari

B

Air Marshal Raghunath Nambiar

C

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia

D

Air Marshal Anil Chopra

Question 33 of 200

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Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state of India?

A

Jharkhand

B

Chhattisgarh

C

Odisha

D

West Bengal

Question 34 of 200

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Which Indian cricket legend has been designated as a ‘Global Champion for Road Safety’ by the United Nations?

A

MS Dhoni

B

Virat Kohli

C

Rahul Dravid

D

Sachin Tendulkar

Question 35 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025: 1. Finland topped the CPI 2025 rankings. 2. India ranked within the top 50 countries. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 36 of 200

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Q. What is the official theme of the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026?

A

Powering India's Green Transition

B

Electrifying Growth. Empowering Sustainability. Connecting Globally.

C

Sustainable Power for a Digital Future

D

Energy Security through Innovation

Question 37 of 200

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Who has assumed charge as Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA)?

A

Shri P Upadhyay

B

Shri Divakar Jayant

C

Shri R. K. Mathur

D

Shri S. K. Mishra

Question 38 of 200

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The Devnimori archaeological site is located in which state?

A

Rajasthan

B

Madhya Pradesh

C

Gujarat

D

Maharashtra

Question 39 of 200

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Sunil Chhetri became the oldest goal-scorer in Indian Super League history. At what age did he achieve this record?

A

40 years 210 days

B

41 years 15 days

C

41 years 196 days

D

42 years 120 days

Question 40 of 200

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In the budgetary process, the Appropriation Bill is introduced after:

A

Presentation of the Annual Financial Statement in Parliament

B

General discussion on the Budget in both Houses

C

Voting on Demands for Grants in the Lok Sabha

D

Approval of the Budget by the President

Question 41 of 200

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The Drogue Parachute for the Gaganyaan mission has been developed jointly by:

A

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

B

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

C

Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) and Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL)

D

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)

Question 42 of 200

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El Chichón (also known as Chichonal) is classified as a:

A

Shield volcano

B

Cinder cone volcano

C

Stratovolcano

D

Caldera volcano

Question 43 of 200

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Jupiter, the largest planet in the Solar System, is now described as being slightly and more than scientists previously believed, based on recent findings from Juno.

A

Larger– spherical

B

Smaller– flattened

C

Smaller– elongated

D

Denser– irregular

Question 44 of 200

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Which airport is set to become the first in India to operate hydrogenpowered buses for passenger transportation?

A

Cochin International Airport

B

Kempegowda International Airport

C

Indira Gandhi International Airport

D

Trivandrum International Airport

Question 45 of 200

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The mascots ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’ are associated with which of the following initiatives in India?

A

Digital India Mission

B

National Population Register

C

National Family Health Survey

D

Census of India

Question 46 of 200

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Consider the following statements: 1. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon lies between the Sun and Earth. 2. They can occur only during the Full Moon phase. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 47 of 200

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Which organisation was named Outstanding PSU of the Year at the 2026 Managing India Awards?

A

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited

B

Cochin Shipyard Limited

C

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited

D

Bharat Electronics Limited

Question 48 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Deendayal Upadhyaya: 1. He launched the weekly ‘Panchjanya’ and the daily ‘Swadesh’. 2. Antyodaya Diwas is observed to commemorate his birth anniversary. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 49 of 200

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Haven-1 is notable because it is:

A

The first government-owned modular space station

B

The first private space station in the world

C

The largest space habitat ever built

D

A lunar-orbiting research station

Question 50 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the new U.S. tariff regime: 1. A 15% ad valorem surcharge has been imposed on imports. 2. The surcharge is valid for 150 days. 3. It applies only to selected countries excluding India. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 and 2 only

B

2 only

C

1 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 51 of 200

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MILAN Village was inaugurated at:

A

Eastern Naval Command, Visakhapatnam

B

Southern Naval Command, Kochi

C

Western Naval Command, Mumbai

D

Andaman & Nicobar Command, Port Blair

Question 52 of 200

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Who has been selected as the new Supreme Leader of Iran?

A

Hassan Rouhani

B

Ebrahim Raisi

C

Mohammad Khatami

D

Mojtaba Khamenei

Question 53 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’: 1. It is a joint military exercise between India and South Korea. 2. It is conducted annually. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 54 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Parliamentary Privileges: 1. Article 105 deals with privileges of Parliament and its members. 2. A privilege notice can be moved if a member is obstructed from performing parliamentary duties. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 55 of 200

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The A.K. Ramanujan Prize award-winning translated work of poet Kalyani Thakur Charal is titled:

A

The Marginal Voice

B

I Belong to Nowhere

C

Broken Caste

D

Silent Earth

Question 56 of 200

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Recently, three new cubs were born under Project Cheetah. The latest births have taken the country’s total cheetah population to:

A

28

B

32

C

38

D

42

Question 57 of 200

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With reference to the 2026 Crafoord Prize, consider the following statements: 1. It has been awarded in the field of Geosciences. 2. The prize carries a cash award of 8 million Swedish kronor (approximately $900,000) and a gold medal. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 58 of 200

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NeVA is best described as:

A

A mobile application for citizens to track parliamentary debates

B

A workflow system to conduct legislative business in a paperless manner

C

A digital voting platform for elections

D

A judiciary-focused case management system

Question 59 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST): 1. It was created by the Constitution (89th Amendment) Act, 2003. 2. It is a constitutional body established under Article 338A. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 60 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Bill, 2026: 1. It proposes a medical authority headed by a Chief Medical Officer to examine gender certification cases. 2. It introduces graded punishments including fines up to ?5 lakh for crimes against transgender persons. Which of the above given statement/s is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 61 of 200

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The motto inscribed below “Seva Teerth” at the complex is:

A

Satyameva Jayate

B

Nagrik Devo Bhava

C

Sarve Bhavantu Sukhinah

D

Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas

Question 62 of 200

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Which team was crowned champion of the Pro Wrestling League 2026?

A

Haryana Thunders

B

Mumbai Masters

C

Delhi Dangal Warriors

D

Punjab Panthers

Question 63 of 200

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The World Defense Show (WDS) 2026 will be hosted by which country?

A

Saudi Arabia

B

United Arab Emirates

C

Qatar

D

Bahrain

Question 64 of 200

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Who won the SAFF Under-19 Women’s Championship final?

A

Bangladesh

B

Nepal

C

Sri Lanka

D

India

Question 65 of 200

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Who became the first sitting Chief Minister to personally argue her own petition in the Supreme Court?

A

Arvind Kejriwal

B

Mamata Banerjee

C

Nitish Kumar

D

K. Chandrashekar Rao

Question 66 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the removal of the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) in India: 1. The procedure for removal is provided under Article 324(5) of the Constitution of India. 2. The Chief Election Commissioner can be removed in the same manner and on the same grounds as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 67 of 200

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Project Himank primarily operates in which region of India?

A

Sikkim

B

Arunachal Pradesh

C

Ladakh

D

Himachal Pradesh

Question 68 of 200

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Which of the following pairs of Grammy Awards 2026 – Winner is/are correctly matched? 1. Album of the Year—Debí Tirar Más Fotos 2. Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album —Nomadica 3. Song of the Year—Wildflower

A

1 and 2 only

B

2 only

C

1 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 69 of 200

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Who won the 2026 FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship?

A

Hikaru Nakamura

B

Fabiano Caruana

C

Magnus Carlsen

D

Ding Liren

Question 70 of 200

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The Sansha Yongle Blue Hole (Dragon Hole) is located in which of the following water bodies?

A

East China Sea

B

Philippine Sea

C

Yellow Sea

D

South China Sea

Question 71 of 200

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India’s first fully operational ‘Ring Metro’ has been created by which line of the Delhi Metro?

A

Red Line

B

Blue Line

C

Pink Line

D

Yellow Line

Question 72 of 200

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The newly discovered ‘bio-warrior’ species Nereis dhritiae has been named in honour of:

A

India’s first woman marine biologist

B

First woman Director of Zoological Survey of India

C

A coastal region of West Bengal

D

A Greek mythological figure

Question 73 of 200

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Who won the Women’s Singles title at the 2026 Australian Open?

A

Iga Swiatek

B

Aryna Sabalenka

C

Elena Rybakina

D

Coco Gauff

Question 74 of 200

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The “Blue Book” in India refers to:

A

A manual for parliamentary procedures

B

A confidential protocol and security manual for visits of high constitutional authorities

C

A document outlining financial rules of the government

D

A handbook for election procedures

Question 75 of 200

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Which stadium will host the National Para Athletics Championship (2026)?

A

Kalinga Stadium

B

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium

C

DY Patil Stadium

D

Indira Gandhi Stadium

Question 76 of 200

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SabhaSaar Initiative is best described as:

A

A blockchain-based land record platform

B

An AI-powered voice-to-text and meeting summarisation tool

C

A biometric attendance system

D

A satellite-based village mapping system

Question 77 of 200

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Consider the following statements: 1. Arunachal Pradesh became the 25th state of the Indian Union. 2. Hornbill is the state bird of Arunachal Pradesh. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 78 of 200

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INS Arnala was designed and built by:

A

Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers

B

Cochin Shipyard Limited

C

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited

D

Goa Shipyard Limited

Question 79 of 200

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Exercise Agni Varsha, conducted by the Indian Army, was held in which state?

A

Gujarat

B

Rajasthan

C

Haryana

D

Punjab

Question 80 of 200

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Mount Abu in Rajasthan has been renamed as:

A

Abu Nagar

B

Abu Raj

C

Aravalli Raj

D

Abu Dham

Question 81 of 200

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Which Indian athlete was named ‘Para Archer of the Year 2025’ by World Archery?

A

Deepika Kumari

B

Sheetal Devi

C

Jyothi Surekha Vennam

D

Aditi Swami

Question 82 of 200

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Who won Best Director at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) 2026?

A

Christopher Nolan

B

Denis Villeneuve

C

Paul Thomas Anderson

D

Greta Gerwig

Question 83 of 200

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Which film won the Best International Film award at the 53rd Saturn Awards?

A

Parasite 2

B

Sisu 2: Road to Revenge

C

The Zone of Interest

D

All Quiet on the Western Front

Question 84 of 200

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Who was the spiritual mentor of Ramakrishna Paramahamsa?

A

Totapuri

B

Bhairavi Brahmani

C

Ramana Maharshi

D

Trailanga Swami

Question 85 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Ranji Trophy: 1. Vidarbha won the Ranji Trophy 2026 title. 2. The Ranji Trophy series was announced in 1934. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 86 of 200

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Which state emerged as the overall champion in the 24th National ParaAthletics Championships 2026?

A

Tamil Nadu

B

Gujarat

C

Odisha

D

Haryana

Question 87 of 200

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Exercise Vayushakti will be conducted in which State?

A

Gujarat

B

Punjab

C

Rajasthan

D

Haryana

Question 88 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Jnanpith Award: 1. R. Vairamuthu has been selected for the 60th Jnanpith Award. 2. The award carries a cash prize of ?11 lakh, a bronze statue of Goddess Vagdevi, and a citation. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 89 of 200

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Recently, which political party secured victory in the general elections in Bangladesh?

A

Awami League

B

Bangladesh Nationalist Party

C

Jatiya Party

D

Workers Party

Question 90 of 200

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The country’s first National Cow Culture Museum will be established on the campus of __________ in Mathura.

A

IVRI Bareilly

B

Banaras Hindu University

C

National Dairy Research Institute

D

Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya Veterinary Science University

Question 91 of 200

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The Indian women’s cricket team has been nominated for the Award 2026.

A

Arjuna Award

B

Laureus World Team of the Year

C

ICC Spirit of Cricket Award

D

Khel Ratna

Question 92 of 200

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With reference to blue turmeric, consider the following statements: 1. It is known as Curcuma caesia. 2. It contains very little curcumin but is rich in essential oils, camphor and phenolic compounds. 3. It is commonly used as a culinary spice. Which of the statement/s 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

Question 93 of 200

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Biological E. recently received WHO pre-qualification for which vaccine?

A

mRNA COVID-19 vaccine

B

Rotavirus vaccine

C

Novel Oral Polio Vaccine Type-2 (nOPV2)

D

Inactivated Polio Vaccine (IPV)

Question 94 of 200

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The Sage Who Reimagined Hinduism: The Life, Lessons and Legacy of Sree Narayana Guru is authored by:

A

Shashi Tharoor

B

Ramachandra Guha

C

Amish Tripathi

D

Devdutt Pattanaik

Question 95 of 200

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Consider the following pairs regarding the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year Awards 2025: 1. Smriti Mandhana —BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2. Divya Deshmukh —BBC Emerging Player of the Year 3. Preethi Pal —BBC Para Sportswoman of the Year 4. Anjali Bhagwat — BBC Lifetime Achievement Award

A

1 and 2 only

B

1, 2 and 3 only

C

1, 3 and 4 only

D

1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 96 of 200

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Consider the following statements about Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati: 1. He was born on 12 1824. 2. He founded the Arya Samaj in 1875 at Bombay (now Mumbai). Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 97 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS): 1. India assumed the Chairmanship of IONS in 2026. 2. India held the inaugural chairmanship of IONS during 2008–2010. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 98 of 200

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Q. With reference to the history of Shahjahanabad, consider the following statements regarding Turkman Gate: 1. It was one of the 14 gates of the walled city founded in the mid-17th century. 2. It was named after a prominent noble in the court of Emperor Shah Jahan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 99 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026: 1. The official mascot of the Games is named “Morveer.” 2. Mallakhamb and Kabaddi are included as demonstration sports. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 100 of 200

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Form 7, recently seen in news, is related to which of the following?

A

Filing nomination papers for contesting elections

B

Objection to inclusion or request for deletion of a name in the electoral roll

C

Registration of a new political party

D

Declaration of election expenditure by candidates

Question 101 of 200

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Who was honoured with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the International Film Festival of Delhi (IFFD) 2026?

A

Chiranjeevi

B

Rajinikanth

C

Nandamuri Balakrishna

D

Mohanlal

Question 102 of 200

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Who won the Men’s Singles title at the 2026 Qatar Open?

A

Carlos Alcaraz

B

Novak Djokovic

C

Daniil Medvedev

D

Jannik Sinner

Question 103 of 200

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The theme of the World Government Summit 2026 is:

A

Governing for Growth

B

Future of Public Administration

C

Shaping Future Governments

D

Innovating Public Policy

Question 104 of 200

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Q. The Uttar Pradesh Regional AI Impact Conference 2026 will be held in:

A

Noida

B

Varanasi

C

Prayagraj

D

Lucknow

Question 105 of 200

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Which of the following regions is particularly associated with continental mantle earthquakes? 1. Himalayas in southern Asia 2. Bering Strait region 3. Sahara Desert

A

1 and 2 only

B

2 only

C

1 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 106 of 200

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As per the Constitution, a proclamation under Article 356 (President’s Rule) must be approved by Parliament within:

A

One month

B

Two months

C

Three months

D

Six months

Question 107 of 200

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Project Vault, recently in the news, has been launched by which country?

A

China

B

Japan

C

United States

D

Germany

Question 108 of 200

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Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve is located in which state?

A

Chhattisgarh

B

Maharashtra

C

Madhya Pradesh

D

Rajasthan

Question 109 of 200

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Balendra “Balen” Shah, recently seen in the news, has become the Prime Minister of which country?

A

Bhutan

B

Nepal

C

Sri Lanka

D

Bangladesh

Question 110 of 200

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Q. Consider the following statements regarding Savitribai Phule: 1. She founded the Mahila Seva Mandal in 1852 to promote women’s rights, oppose child marriage, and support widow remarriage. 2. The Gulamgiri book was written by Savitribai Phule and published in 1873. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

Only 1

B

Only 2

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 111 of 200

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With reference to the Henley Passport Index 2026, consider the following statements: 1. India ranked 85th globally. 2. Singapore holds the first position. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 112 of 200

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The World Cup (Rifle / Pistol / Shotgun) scheduled to be held in which country?

A

China

B

Germany

C

India

D

South Korea

Question 113 of 200

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Love Bites and Pugmarks in Kabini is written by:

A

Arundhati Roy

B

Lakshmy Ramanathan

C

Anita Nair

D

Kiran Desai

Question 114 of 200

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The Khorramshahr-4 (Kheibar) missile belongs to which country?

A

North Korea

B

Iran

C

China

D

Pakistan

Question 115 of 200

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The NeophyteID application launched in Kerala is best described as:

A

A climate forecasting mobile app

B

A soil fertility assessment tool

C

A wildlife tracking system

D

An AI application to identify invasive plant species

Question 116 of 200

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Karpoori Thakur, popularly known as “Jan Nayak”, served as the Chief Minister of which state?

A

Uttar Pradesh

B

Bihar

C

Jharkhand

D

Madhya Pradesh

Question 117 of 200

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Cyclone Narelle recently affected which of the following country?

A

Indonesia

B

Australia

C

Philippines

D

Madagascar

Question 118 of 200

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Nemcha Kipgen become the first woman and the first ________ to hold the post of Deputy Chief Minister in Manipur.

A

Naga

B

Meitei

C

Kuki-Zo

D

Bodo

Question 119 of 200

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Which of the following countries share a land border with Greece? 1. Albania 2. Bulgaria 3. Serbia 4. Turkey

A

1, 2 and 4 only

B

1 and 3 only

C

2, 3 and 4 only

D

1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 120 of 200

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Which team clinched the 79th National Football Championship for the Santosh Trophy?

A

Kerala

B

West Bengal

C

Punjab

D

Services

Question 121 of 200

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Moltbook has been described as:

A

A human-only professional networking platform

B

A social network designed exclusively for artificial intelligence agents

C

A blockchain-based messaging system

D

A gaming platform powered by AI

Question 122 of 200

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The Sangtam tribe is primarily associated with which state?

A

Manipur

B

Nagaland

C

Arunachal Pradesh

D

Mizoram

Question 123 of 200

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The year 2026 in the Chinese zodiac is designated as the Year of the:

A

Wood Snake

B

Metal Dragon

C

Fire Goat

D

Fire Horse

Question 124 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Ramadan: 1. It is the ninth month of the Islamic lunar calendar. 2. It begins with the sighting of the crescent moon. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 125 of 200

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India’s first ‘Bharat Ratna Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Advocate Training and Research Centre’ (BBATRC), inaugurated is located in which state?

A

Gujarat

B

Karnataka

C

Maharashtra

D

Madhya Pradesh

Question 126 of 200

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The Seva Teerth complex will house which of the following? 1. Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) 2. National Security Council Secretariat 3. Cabinet Secretariat

A

1 only

B

1 and 2 only

C

2 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 127 of 200

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Which film won the Best International Feature Film award at the 98th Academy Awards?

A

The Secret Agent

B

Sentimental Value

C

Sinners

D

Mr. Nobody Against Putin

Question 128 of 200

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A Substantive Motion in Parliament is best described as:

A

A procedural interruption during Question Hour

B

A self-contained proposal seeking the formal decision of the House

C

A private communication between members

D

A notice to adjourn the House

Question 129 of 200

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Who has become the first woman Chief Superintendent overseeing the operations of a functional nuclear power plant under the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)?

A

Nirmala Sitharaman

B

RM Nachammai

C

Tessy Thomas

D

Anuradha TK

Question 130 of 200

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Recently seen in the news, “Fancy,” recognized by Guinness World Records, is known for which of the following achievements?

A

World’s fastest racing horse

B

World’s oldest living horse

C

First cloned horse in the world

D

Tallest horse ever recorded

Question 131 of 200

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_____ became the first woman Prime Minister of Japan.

A

Yuriko Koike

B

Sanae Takaichi

C

Yuko Obuchi

D

Tomomi Inada

Question 132 of 200

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With reference to the Global Teacher Prize 2026, consider the following statements: 1. It was awarded to Indian teacher Rouble Nagi. 2. The prize carries a cash award of USD 5 million. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 133 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Stockholm Water Prize: 1. It has been awarded annually since 1991. 2. It is awarded only to European countries. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 134 of 200

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The Blue Line, recently in the news, lies between and .

A

Syria and Lebanon

B

Israel and Lebanon

C

Israel and Jordan

D

Egypt and Israel

Question 135 of 200

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With reference to the Milano Cortina 2026, consider the following statements: 1. The Games will be hosted by Italy. 2. Italy is hosting the Winter Olympics for the first time. 3. The Winter Olympics are held once every four years. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 and 2 only

B

1 and 3 only

C

2 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 136 of 200

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Four Stars of Destiny is the memoir published by Penguin RandomHouse India is of which former Army Chief?

A

Bipin Rawat

B

Manoj Mukund Naravane

C

Dalbir Singh Suhag

D

V. K. Singh

Question 137 of 200

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Who won the First-Time Theatrical Feature Film award at the 2025 Directors Guild of America (DGA) Awards?

A

Paul Thomas Anderson

B

Charlie Polinger

C

Stephen Chbosky

D

Mstyslav Chernov

Question 138 of 200

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The concept of “Tax Year” introduced in the new Income-tax Act refers to:

A

Calendar year (–December)

B

Financial year ( 1 to 31)

C

Assessment year only

D

Any 12-month period chosen by taxpayer

Question 139 of 200

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The theme of the first BRICS Youth Coordination Meeting 2026 was:

A

Inclusive Growth and Digital Transformation

B

Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability

C

Youth Empowerment for Global Peace and Security

D

Sustainable Development Technology and Governance

Question 140 of 200

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Q. The BRICS India 2026 logo primarily symbolises:

A

Economic dominance and strategic power

B

Inclusivity, dialogue, and shared growth

C

Cultural heritage and civilisational ties

D

Technological leadership of member states

Question 141 of 200

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The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the:

A

Red Sea

B

Gulf of Oman

C

Mediterranean Sea

D

Black Sea

Question 142 of 200

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Q. Which country is the focal theme country for the 49th International Kolkata Book Fair?

A

Spain

B

Mexico

C

Brazil

D

Argentina

Question 143 of 200

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The Indian Army won the 6th edition of the Khelo India Winter Games 2026. Which of the following correctly represents its medal tally?

A

8 Gold, 7 Silver, 8 Bronze

B

9 Gold, 6 Silver, 8 Bronze

C

10 Gold, 5 Silver, 8 Bronze

D

9 Gold, 7 Silver, 7 Bronze

Question 144 of 200

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Recently, the Union Government issued fresh guidelines regarding the rendition of Vande Mataram. Consider the following statements: 1. Only the first two stanzas of the original composition are to be sung at specified official functions. 2. It is mandatory to play Vande Mataram in cinema halls before films. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 145 of 200

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Which team won the Women’s Premier League (WPL) 2026 title?

A

Delhi Capitals Women

B

Mumbai Indians Women

C

Royal Challengers Bengaluru Women

D

Gujarat Giants Women

Question 146 of 200

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Consider the following pairs regarding the Sahitya Akademi Awards 2025: 1. Mamta Kalia — Jeete Jee Allahabad 2. Navtej Sarna — Crimson Spring 3. Pritpal Singh Betab — Safar Jaari Hai 4. Devabrat Das — Karhi Khelar Sadhu

A

1, 2 and 3 only

B

1, 2 and 4 only

C

2, 3 and 4 only

D

1, 2, 3 and 4

Question 147 of 200

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What are the official mascots of Milano Cortina 2026?

A

Leo and Luna

B

Snowy and Icy

C

Tina and Milo

D

Pico and Niva

Question 148 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the AI Impact Summit 2026: 1. The summit adopted the New Delhi Declaration on AI. 2. Its commitments are voluntary and non-binding. 3. No major developed country supported the declaration. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 and 2 only

B

2 only

C

1 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 149 of 200

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Who has assumed charge as the Chairperson of the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC)?

A

Smriti Irani

B

Sadhvi Niranjan Jyoti

C

Meenakshi Lekhi

D

Nirmala Sitharaman

Question 150 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP): 1. Vigyan Yuva–Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar (VY-SSB) category is meant to encourage young scientists up to 65 years of age. 2. Vigyan Ratna (VR) is awarded for lifetime achievements in science and technology. 3. Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) living abroad are also eligible for the award.

A

2 and 3 only

B

1 and 2 only

C

1 and 3 only

D

1, 2 and 3

Question 151 of 200

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Pax Silica, recently seen in news, refers to:

A

A global climate finance initiative

B

A US-led initiative on AI and supply chain security

C

A new semiconductor manufacturing plant

D

A NATO maritime security exercise

Question 152 of 200

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The Thwaites Glacier is located on which continent?

A

Asia

B

Europe

C

South America

D

Antarctica

Question 153 of 200

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Who assumed charge as Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA) on 01 2026?

A

Shri B.P. Singh

B

Shri Divakar Jayant

C

Vice Admiral Dinesh Tripathi

D

Shri Ajay Kumar

Question 154 of 200

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A tuff ring is best described as:

A

A tall volcanic cone made of solid lava

B

A deep underground magma chamber

C

A low, wide ring of volcanic ash and rock

D

A narrow fissure eruption vent

Question 155 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the “Creamy Layer” principle for OBCs: 1. The concept of creamy layer was introduced by the Supreme Court in the Indra Sawhney vs Union of India case. 2. Creamy layer determination for all OBC candidates is based solely on annual family income. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 156 of 200

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The book ‘Life, Law and Literature– Reflections of a Judge’ has been authored by:

A

Justice D. Y. Chandrachud

B

Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul

C

Justice N. Anand Venkatesh

D

Justice R. F. Nariman

Question 157 of 200

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Which port authority has been awarded the First Prize at the Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025 for outstanding performance in cleanliness, sustainability, and community participation?

A

Deendayal Port Authority

B

Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority

C

Paradip Port Authority

D

Chennai Port Authority

Question 158 of 200

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Who has been elected as the Prime Minister of Thailand?

A

Anutin Charnvirakul

B

Srettha Thavisin

C

Prayut Chan-o-cha

D

Abhisit Vejjajiva

Question 159 of 200

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The ‘Buddy Squadron’ joint aerial exercise is conducted between which two countries?

A

South Korea and Japan

B

United States and Japan

C

South Korea and Australia

D

South Korea and United States

Question 160 of 200

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Who has been appointed as the Chair of the Global Value Chains Committee of the US-India Strategic Partnership Forum (USISPF)?

A

Amitabh Kant

B

Sanjeev Sanyal

C

Rohit Kumar Singh

D

Ramesh Chand

Question 161 of 200

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Which country will host the Global Big Cats Summit in 2026?

A

Brazil

B

South Africa

C

Indonesia

D

India

Question 162 of 200

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Exercise ‘Rudra Shakti’, recently seen in news, was conducted by:

A

Indian Air Force

B

Indian Navy

C

Indian Army

D

Integrated Defence Staff

Question 163 of 200

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Vande Mataram was originally composed by:

A

Rabindranath Tagore

B

Bankim Chandra Chatterjee

C

Subramania Bharati

D

Sri Aurobindo

Question 164 of 200

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The Northeast’s first Emergency Landing Facility (ELF) inaugurated in 2026 is located in which State?

A

Assam

B

Arunachal Pradesh

C

Nagaland

D

Manipur

Question 165 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding the Motion of Thanks: 1. It is discussed only in the Lok Sabha. 2. It must be passed, failing which it amounts to the defeat of the government. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 and 2 only

B

2 only

C

1 only

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 166 of 200

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With reference to India’s performance at the Asian Indoor Athletics Championships 2026, consider the following statements: 1. India won five medals in total. 2. India secured one gold medal in the men’s heptathlon. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 167 of 200

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Which web series won the Best Web Series award at the Critics’ Choice Awards 2026?

A

Paatal Lok S2

B

Khauf

C

Black Warrant

D

Sacred Games

Question 168 of 200

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The “One Plant Per Day” resolution was launched in which year?

A

2019

B

2020

C

2021

D

2023

Question 169 of 200

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Which Indian city will host the Earthshot Prize 2026?

A

Mumbai

B

New Delhi

C

Bengaluru

D

Hyderabad

Question 170 of 200

💡 Hint

Consider the following statements regarding the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025: 1. It seeks to amend various laws to decriminalise and rationalise minor offences. 2. It provides for an automatic increase of 10 per cent in fines and penalties every three years to maintain deterrence. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 171 of 200

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The removal of the Lok Sabha Speaker is provided under which Article of the Constitution?

A

Article 93

B

Article 94

C

Article 95

D

Article 102

Question 172 of 200

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With reference to Baba Amte, consider the following statements: 1. He participated in the Quit India Movement of 1942. 2. Mahatma Gandhi conferred upon him the title “Abhay Sadhak.” Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 173 of 200

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Tropical Cyclone Gezani recently made landfall in which country?

A

Madagascar

B

Mozambique

C

Sri Lanka

D

Indonesia

Question 174 of 200

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Who among the following is the only Indian Prime Minister to have been awarded the Nishan-e-Pakistan?

A

Atal Bihari Vajpayee

B

Indira Gandhi

C

Morarji Desai

D

Manmohan Singh

Question 175 of 200

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The book Refuge: Stories of War (and Love) is authored by:

A

Jhumpa Lahiri

B

Arundhati Roy

C

Sunny Singh

D

Anita Desai

Question 176 of 200

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The global AI-for-Energy mission was launched by:

A

International Solar Alliance (ISA)

B

International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA)

C

World Bank

D

UNDP

Question 177 of 200

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Which country has been designated as the Country of Honor at the Human Capability Initiative (HCI) Conference 2026?

A

United States

B

France

C

Japan

D

United Kingdom

Question 178 of 200

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Bhumika Shrestha recently made headlines for becoming __________.

A

first LGBTQ activist from India to win a UN award

B

first transgender woman member of parliament in Nepal

C

first gender rights activist in South Asia

D

first woman minister in Nepal

Question 179 of 200

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Which country was announced as the Partner Country for AAHAR 2026?

A

France

B

Germany

C

Italy

D

Japan

Question 180 of 200

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With reference to the National Large Solar Telescope (NLST), consider the following statements: 1. The NLST is a 50-metre aperture solar telescope. 2. It is being established in the Merak region near Pangong Tso Lake. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 181 of 200

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Which Indian author was awarded the United States National Book Critics Circle Award (2026) in the Autobiography category?

A

Kiran Desai

B

Arundhati Roy

C

Jhumpa Lahiri

D

Anita Desai

Question 182 of 200

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Balaghat district, selected as the pilot district under the World’s Largest Grain Storage Plan (WLGSP), is located in which state?

A

Madhya Pradesh

B

Maharashtra

C

Chhattisgarh

D

Rajasthan

Question 183 of 200

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Senior Advocate Menaka Guruswamy became the first Member of Parliament elected on a ticket from the All India Trinamool Congress.

A

Anglo-Indian

B

LGBTQ

C

Dalit

D

Tribal

Question 184 of 200

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Sunetra Pawar was recently elected unopposed as the national president of which political party?

A

Indian National Congress

B

Bharatiya Janata Party

C

Nationalist Congress Party

D

Shiv Sena

Question 185 of 200

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Consider the following statements regarding Exercise KHANJAR: 1. The 13th edition is being conducted in Assam. 2. The exercise is conducted once every two years. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 186 of 200

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What is India’s rank in the Network Readiness Index 2025?

A

41st

B

43rd

C

45th

D

49th

Question 187 of 200

💡 Hint

The World Buddhist Peace Conference 2026 will be hosted in which state?

A

Telangana

B

Andhra Pradesh

C

Karnataka

D

Tamil Nadu

Question 188 of 200

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Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)?

A

United Arab Emirates

B

Qatar

C

Jordan

D

Kuwait

Question 189 of 200

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Who won the women’s singles title at the Mumbai Open 2026(WTA 125) tournament?

A

Ankita Raina

B

Polina Kudermetova

C

Mananchaya Sawangkaew

D

Nao Hibino

Question 190 of 200

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Who has been invited as the Chief Guest for the Raisina Dialogue 2026?

A

Olaf Scholz

B

Emmanuel Macron

C

Alexander Stubb

D

Justin Trudeau

Question 191 of 200

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Which state/UT became the first in India to formally partner with Bharat Taxi’s cooperative mobility platform?

A

Ladakh

B

Gujarat

C

Karnataka

D

Delhi

Question 192 of 200

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Which bank received the National Award for Outstanding Performance in SelfHelp Group (SHG) Bank Linkage (2024– 25)?

A

NABARD

B

Karnataka Grameena Bank

C

State Bank of India

D

Canara Bank

Question 193 of 200

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José Antonio Kast has assumed office as the new President of

A

Peru

B

Chile

C

Argentina

D

Colombia

Question 194 of 200

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India will host the Asian Rifle/Pistol Championships 2027 in:

A

New Delhi

B

Hyderabad

C

Chennai

D

Mumbai

Question 195 of 200

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Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer using the code given below: List-I (Person) - List-II (Appointed as)

A

Shiv Pratap Shukla - 1. Governor of Bihar

B

Jishnu Dev Varma - 2. Governor of Nagaland

C

Nand Kishore Yadav - 3. Governor of Telangana

D

Syed Ata Hasnain - 4. Governor of Maharashtra (a) A–3, B–4, C–2, D–1 (b) A–4, B–3, C–2, D–1 (c) A–2, B–4, C–1, D–3 (d) A–3, B–1, C–4, D–2

Question 196 of 200

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In India, which of the following statements regarding euthanasia is correct?

A

Both active and passive euthanasia are legal

B

Active euthanasia is legal but passive euthanasia is illegal

C

Passive euthanasia is permitted under strict safeguards

D

Both active and passive euthanasia are illegal

Question 197 of 200

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With reference to the Agni-3 missile, consider the following statements: 1. It is an indigenously developed surface-to-surface ballistic missile. 2. It is a two-stage, solid-fuelled missile. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Question 198 of 200

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With reference to the removal of the Lok Sabha Speaker, consider the following statements: 1. Article 94 provides for the vacation, resignation and removal of the Speaker and Deputy Speaker. 2. No-confidence motions against the Lok Sabha Speaker have been moved thrice in 1954, 1966 and 1987. 3. The minimum notice period required is 7 days. Which of the statement/s 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

Question 199 of 200

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Chabahar Port, often seen in the news, is located in which country?

A

Iraq

B

Oman

C

Iran

D

United Arab Emirates

Question 200 of 200

💡 Hint

Who has been awarded the Mark Lynton History Prize 2026?

A

Ramachandra Guha

B

Romila Thapar

C

William Dalrymple

D

Irfan Habib

TOP 1000 PART-5

Consider the following statements regarding the Zero Prize: 1. It has a total corpus of ?5 crore and grants ?1 crore each for Air, Water, and Land. 2. The prize is limited only to rural areas. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Mizoram attained full statehood on:

The BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (BCIC) was launched in partnership with:

Who won the Album of the Year at the Grammy Awards 2026?

The ‘Vajra Ghaat’ exercise was conducted in which Indian state?

The first bowler in cricket history to claim 700 wickets in the T20 format is ______.

Consider the following statements regarding Exercise Vajra Prahar: 1. The 16th edition is being held in Jammu & Kashmir. 2. It is conducted between the Indian Army and the US Army. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Who will receive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 21st Mahindra Excellence in Theatre Awards (META) 2026?

The 52nd G7 Summit (2026) will be hosted by:

The lake Urmia recently in news is located in which country?

Consider the following statements about Perseverance Rover: 1. It is capable of executing routes planned entirely by onboard AI software. 2. It is part of a mission to search for evidence of ancient microbial life on Mars. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

The 15th Conference of the Parties (COP-15) to the Convention on Migratory Species (CMS) is being held in which country?

With reference to the Great Nicobar Mega Infrastructure Project, consider the following nearby locations: 1. Sunda Strait 2. Lombok Strait 3. Coco Islands Which of the above enhance its geostrategic significance?

The Vibrant Villages Programme will be implemented during which financial period?

Consider the following statements regarding the National Productivity Council (NPC): 1. It was established in 1958. 2. Its headquarters is in New Delhi. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

‘Prahaar’, recently in news, is best described as:

The International Fleet Review, Exercise MILAN and the Indian Ocean Naval Symposium (IONS) Conclave of Chiefs will be jointly held in which city?

Who won Outstanding Performance by a Male actor in a Leading Role at the Actor Awards 2026?

Recently, Rob Jetten made history by becoming the youngest Prime Minister of which country?

Consider the following religions: 1. Hinduism 2. Sikhism 3. Buddhism 4. Christianity 5. Islam Which of the above religions are recognized for Scheduled Caste status as per the Supreme Court ruling?

Consider the following statements about the Sixteenth Finance Commission (16th FC): 1. It is chaired by Dr. Arvind Panagariya. 2. It submitted its report for the award period 2026–31. 3. The vertical devolution to states was retained at 41%. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Sportstar Aces Awards 2026 – Best State for Promotion of Sports was awarded to:

Dr. Zakir Husain served as the President of India from:

The term “Sarpanch Pati” refers to:

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who reportedly died recently, was the Supreme Leader of which country?

Q. The 2026 meeting of the SCO Council of National Coordinators (CNC) is being chaired by:

Who won the ICC Under-19 World Cup 2026?

The 2027 AI Impact Summit will be hosted by which country?

India is hosting the inaugural United Nations Fellowship Training Programme on Small Arms and Light Weapons (SALW) Control for the ______ region.

Can the Speaker of the Lok Sabha be removed from office?

Who has assumed the appointment of Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C), Eastern Air Command?

Dalma Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state of India?

Which Indian cricket legend has been designated as a ‘Global Champion for Road Safety’ by the United Nations?

Consider the following statements regarding the Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2025: 1. Finland topped the CPI 2025 rankings. 2. India ranked within the top 50 countries. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Q. What is the official theme of the Bharat Electricity Summit 2026?

Who has assumed charge as Director General of Naval Armament (DGONA)?

The Devnimori archaeological site is located in which state?

Sunil Chhetri became the oldest goal-scorer in Indian Super League history. At what age did he achieve this record?

In the budgetary process, the Appropriation Bill is introduced after:

The Drogue Parachute for the Gaganyaan mission has been developed jointly by:

El Chichón (also known as Chichonal) is classified as a:

Jupiter, the largest planet in the Solar System, is now described as being slightly ______ and more ______ than scientists previously believed, based on recent findings from Juno.

Which airport is set to become the first in India to operate hydrogenpowered buses for passenger transportation?

The mascots ‘Pragati’ and ‘Vikas’ are associated with which of the following initiatives in India?

Consider the following statements: 1. Solar eclipses occur when the Moon lies between the Sun and Earth. 2. They can occur only during the Full Moon phase. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Which organisation was named Outstanding PSU of the Year at the 2026 Managing India Awards?

Consider the following statements regarding Deendayal Upadhyaya: 1. He launched the weekly ‘Panchjanya’ and the daily ‘Swadesh’. 2. Antyodaya Diwas is observed to commemorate his birth anniversary. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Haven-1 is notable because it is:

Consider the following statements regarding the new U.S. tariff regime: 1. A 15% ad valorem surcharge has been imposed on imports. 2. The surcharge is valid for 150 days. 3. It applies only to selected countries excluding India. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

MILAN Village was inaugurated at:

Who has been selected as the new Supreme Leader of Iran?

Consider the following statements regarding Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’: 1. It is a joint military exercise between India and South Korea. 2. It is conducted annually. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

Consider the following statements regarding Parliamentary Privileges: 1. Article 105 deals with privileges of Parliament and its members. 2. A privilege notice can be moved if a member is obstructed from performing parliamentary duties. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

The A.K. Ramanujan Prize award-winning translated work of poet Kalyani Thakur Charal is titled:

Recently, three new cubs were born under Project Cheetah. The latest births have taken the country’s total cheetah population to:

With reference to the 2026 Crafoord Prize, consider the following statements: 1. It has been awarded in the field of Geosciences. 2. The prize carries a cash award of 8 million Swedish kronor (approximately $900,000) and a gold medal. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

NeVA is best described as:

Consider the following statements regarding the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST): 1. It was created by the Constitution (89th Amendment) Act, 2003. 2. It is a constitutional body established under Article 338A. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

The motto inscribed below “Seva Teerth” at the complex is:

Which team was crowned champion of the Pro Wrestling League 2026?

The World Defense Show (WDS) 2026 will be hosted by which country?

Who won the SAFF Under-19 Women’s Championship final?

Who became the first sitting Chief Minister to personally argue her own petition in the Supreme Court?

Project Himank primarily operates in which region of India?

Which of the following pairs of Grammy Awards 2026 – Winner is/are correctly matched? 1. Album of the Year—Debí Tirar Más Fotos 2. Best New Age, Ambient, or Chant Album —Nomadica 3. Song of the Year—Wildflower

Who won the 2026 FIDE Freestyle Chess World Championship?

The Sansha Yongle Blue Hole (Dragon Hole) is located in which of the following water bodies?

India’s first fully operational ‘Ring Metro’ has been created by which line of the Delhi Metro?

The newly discovered ‘bio-warrior’ species Nereis dhritiae has been named in honour of:

Who won the Women’s Singles title at the 2026 Australian Open?

The “Blue Book” in India refers to:

Which stadium will host the National Para Athletics Championship (2026)?

SabhaSaar Initiative is best described as:

Consider the following statements: 1. Arunachal Pradesh became the 25th state of the Indian Union. 2. Hornbill is the state bird of Arunachal Pradesh. Which of the statement/s given above is/are correct?

INS Arnala was designed and built by:

Exercise Agni Varsha, conducted by the Indian Army, was held in which state?

Mount Abu in Rajasthan has been renamed as:

Which Indian athlete was named ‘Para Archer of the Year 2025’ by World Archery?

Who won Best Director at the British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA) 2026?

Jupiter, the largest planet in the Solar System, is now described as being slightly and more than scientists previously believed, based on recent findings from Juno.

The Blue Line, recently in the news, lies between and .