Current Affairs Quiz — 04 February 2026
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
What is India's rank in the Network Readiness Index 2025, released on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 45th
India rose four places, from 49th in 2024 to 45th in NRI 2025.
Which institution prepares the Network Readiness Index?
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Correct answer: D — Portulans Institute, Washington DC
The NRI 2025 report was prepared by the Portulans Institute, an independent non-profit research institute based in Washington DC.
In NRI 2025, India's score improved to what value out of 100?
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Correct answer: B — 54.43
India's score rose from 53.63 in 2024 to 54.43 in 2025.
Consider the following about the Network Readiness Index 2025: 1. It covers 127 economies on four pillars — Technology, People, Governance and Impact — using 53 indicators. 2. India ranked 1st among lower-middle-income countries. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. India ranked 2nd in the lower-middle-income group.
Who was sworn in as Chief Minister of Manipur on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Yumnam Khemchand Singh
Yumnam Khemchand Singh was sworn in as Chief Minister; Konthoujam Govindas Singh took oath as a Minister.
Who administered the oath of office to the new Manipur Chief Minister on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla
Governor Ajay Kumar Bhalla administered the oath at Lok Bhavan, Imphal.
Who were sworn in as Deputy Chief Ministers of Manipur on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Nemcha Kipgen and Losii Dikho
Nemcha Kipgen (BJP) and Losii Dikho (Naga People's Front) became Deputy Chief Ministers.
On what date had President's Rule been imposed in Manipur before it was revoked on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 13 February 2025
The Proclamation under Article 356 was issued on 13 February 2025; N. Biren Singh had resigned on 9 February 2025.
Consider the following about Article 356 of the Constitution: 1. A Proclamation under Article 356 may be revoked or varied by a subsequent Proclamation, as was done for Manipur on 4 February 2026. 2. A Proclamation revoking an earlier Proclamation must be approved by both Houses of Parliament within two months. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Article 356(2) allows revocation by a subsequent Proclamation; Article 356(3) exempts a revoking Proclamation from the requirement of parliamentary approval within two months.
Which body launched its first open call under the RDI Fund on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Technology Development Board
The Technology Development Board (TDB) launched its first open call under ANRF's RDI Fund.
TDB's first RDI call offers up to what share of project funding for TRL-4+ technologies?
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Correct answer: C — 50%
The call offers up to 50% project funding for technologies at TRL-4 and above.
Consider the following about the RDI Fund: 1. TDB and BIRAC were approved as its first second-level fund managers. 2. TDB's first call offers collateral-free loans at about 2–4% interest with tenures of up to 15 years. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. TDB and BIRAC were approved as the first second-level fund managers in January 2026, and the first TDB call offers collateral-free loans at 2–4% for up to 15 years.
Who inaugurated the exposition of the Devnimori relics of Lord Buddha in Colombo on 4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: A — President Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake inaugurated the exposition with the Gujarat Governor and Deputy Chief Minister.
Who led the Indian delegation that accompanied the Devnimori relics to Sri Lanka in February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat
The delegation was led by Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Deputy Chief Minister Harsh Sanghavi.
M. Ananthasayanam Ayyangar, to whom tributes were paid on 4 February 2026, later served as Governor of which state?
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Correct answer: D — Bihar
Ayyangar resigned from the Third Lok Sabha to become Governor of Bihar.
Consider the following about M. Ananthasayanam Ayyangar: 1. He was the Deputy Speaker of the First Lok Sabha when it was constituted in 1952. 2. He became Speaker after G.V. Mavalankar resigned to become Governor in 1956. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Ayyangar was elected to preside over the Lok Sabha on 8 March 1956 after the sudden death, not resignation, of G.V. Mavalankar.
Which body has been designated as the India Centre for BRICS Industrial Competencies?
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Correct answer: A — National Productivity Council
The National Productivity Council (NPC) was designated as the India Centre for BRICS Industrial Competencies.
The BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies was launched in partnership with which UN agency?
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Correct answer: B — UNIDO
The BCIC was launched in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO).
Consider the following about India joining the BRICS Centre for Industrial Competencies (February 2026): 1. India's participation was formalised through a Trust Fund Agreement between DPIIT and UNIDO. 2. The BCIC focuses on strengthening Industry 4.0 competencies of manufacturing companies and MSMEs. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the DPIIT release.
Which edition of the India–US Joint Technical Group plenary did DRDO host in New Delhi on 3–4 February 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 24th
DRDO hosted the 24th India–US JTG Plenary Meeting at its headquarters in New Delhi.
Consider the following about the 24th India–US JTG plenary: 1. It was conducted in line with the India–US Major Defence Partnership framework signed in October 2025. 2. It explored DRDO collaboration with the US Defense Innovation Unit under the Innovation Bridge framework. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Ministry of Defence release.
The temporary toll plaza at Arikady, removed by the Centre on 4 February 2026, is on which National Highway?
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Correct answer: A — NH-66
The Arikady toll plaza is on NH-66 in Kasaragod district, Kerala.
Where is the Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya, at which Airbus inaugurated an aerospace Centre of Excellence on 4 February 2026, located?
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Correct answer: A — Vadodara
Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya is in Vadodara, Gujarat.
NMDC's first coal mine, inaugurated in January 2026, is Tokisud North in which state?
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Correct answer: B — Jharkhand
NMDC said its first coal mine, Tokisud North, is in Jharkhand.
Where is the third Tri-Services Future Warfare Course (2–25 February 2026) being held?
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Correct answer: D — Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi
FWC-3 is being held at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.