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Bureau of Energy Efficiency marks 25th Foundation Day
Q1

Which logo was unveiled at the Bureau of Energy Efficiency's Foundation Day on 1 March 2026?

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Correct answer: B — BEE@25

Power Minister Manohar Lal unveiled the BEE@25 logo to mark the Bureau's 25th year.

Q2 Advanced

By how much has India reduced the emissions intensity of its GDP from 2005 levels, as stated at BEE's 25th Foundation Day?

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Correct answer: C — 36%

Manohar Lal said India has reduced the emissions intensity of its GDP by 36% from 2005 levels.

Q3 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE): 1. It was set up on 1 March 2002 under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. 2. It is a statutory body under the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. BEE was set up on 1 March 2002 under the Energy Conservation Act, 2001, and is a statutory body under the Ministry of Power.

Cabinet Committee on Security reviews West Asia situation; PM speaks with UAE President
Q4

Which body, chaired by the Prime Minister, met on 1 March 2026 to review the evolving situation in West Asia?

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Correct answer: B — Cabinet Committee on Security

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by the Prime Minister, met on the evening of 1 March 2026.

Q5 Advanced

With which Gulf leader did PM Modi speak on 1 March 2026, condemning attacks on his country?

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Correct answer: D — UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan

On 1 March 2026 Modi spoke with UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and condemned the attacks on the UAE.

Janaushadhi Saptah 2026 begins with health camps across the country
Q6

Janaushadhi Saptah 2026, which began on 1 March 2026, leads up to which edition of Janaushadhi Diwas on 7 March?

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Correct answer: C — 8th

The Saptah leads up to the 8th Janaushadhi Diwas on 7 March 2026.

Q7 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Janaushadhi Saptah 2026: 1. The health camps are organised by the Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) under the Department of Pharmaceuticals. 2. The Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana is implemented by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. PMBJP was launched in November 2008 by the Department of Pharmaceuticals (Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers), and PMBI, under that Department, is its implementing agency — not the Health Ministry.

INS Sudarshini reaches Alexandria after Suez Canal transit on Lokayan-26
Q8

Which Indian Navy sail training ship arrived at Alexandria, Egypt, on 1 March 2026 during the Lokayan-26 expedition?

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Correct answer: D — INS Sudarshini

INS Sudarshini arrived at Alexandria on 1 March 2026 during Lokayan-26.

Q9 Advanced

Through which canal did INS Sudarshini transit northbound before reaching Alexandria on 1 March 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Suez Canal

The ship made a northbound transit of the 193-km Suez Canal after departing Safaga.

CBIC introduces deferred customs duty payment for Eligible Manufacturer Importers
Q10

Which body introduced the deferred customs duty payment facility for Eligible Manufacturer Importers on 1 March 2026?

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Correct answer: A — CBIC

The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) introduced the facility.

Q11 Advanced

For what period will the Eligible Manufacturer Importer (EMI) deferred duty facility be in force?

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Correct answer: B — 1 April 2026 – 31 March 2028

The EMI facility is available from 1 April 2026 and remains in force until 31 March 2028.

Q12 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Eligible Manufacturer Importer (EMI) Scheme: 1. Duty under the scheme is paid monthly as prescribed in the Deferred Payment of Import Duty Rules, 2016. 2. Only entities already holding AEO-T3 status are eligible to apply. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. Existing AEO-T1 entities, including MSMEs, can also apply if they meet the criteria; EMIs are expected to progress to AEO-T2 or AEO-T3 during the scheme.

US and Israel launch strikes on Iran; Supreme Leader Khamenei killed
Q13

Which two countries launched air strikes on Iran on 28 February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — United States and Israel

The United States and Israel launched the strikes on Iran on 28 February 2026.

Q14 Advanced

Iran's Supreme Leader killed in the strikes of 28 February 2026 had held the post since which year?

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Correct answer: B — 1989

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei had led Iran since 1989, according to Reuters.

Q15 Advanced

Where had US–Iran nuclear talks been held two days before the strikes of 28 February 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Geneva

The strikes came two days after US–Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, mediated by Oman, ended without a breakthrough.

Q16 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India's response on 28 February 2026: 1. The Civil Aviation Ministry reviewed preparedness with AAI, DGCA, airlines and airport operators. 2. Indian airlines were directed to suspend all international flights indefinitely. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. Airlines were told to monitor NOTAMs and reroute or divert flights where needed, not to suspend all international flights.

National Science Day 2026 observed with theme 'Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat'
Q17

What was the theme of National Science Day 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat

DST announced 'Women in Science: Catalysing Viksit Bharat' as the theme for National Science Day 2026.

Q18 Advanced

Consider the following statements about National Science Day: 1. It marks the discovery of the Raman Effect by C.V. Raman in 1928. 2. C.V. Raman received the Nobel Prize in Physics for this discovery in 1930. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. National Science Day commemorates the 1928 discovery of the Raman Effect, for which Raman won the 1930 Nobel Prize in Physics.

Centre temporarily discontinues rice fortification under PMGKAY and allied schemes
Q19

Which institute's study led the Centre to temporarily discontinue rice fortification in February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — IIT Kharagpur

The Government assigned IIT Kharagpur a study on the shelf life of fortified rice kernels and fortified rice under actual storage conditions.

Q20 Advanced

Which of the following was cited as the main problem with fortified rice in the February 2026 decision?

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Correct answer: A — Micronutrient loss and shorter shelf life during prolonged storage

The study found fortified rice kernels and fortified rice lose micronutrients and shelf life during prolonged storage and handling, while rice stays in storage for two to three years.

Q21 Advanced

Under the February 2026 decision on rice fortification, which of the following is correct?

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Correct answer: B — States/UTs may supply either fortified or non-fortified rice as a transitional measure

Entitlements are not reduced and PDS, ICDS and Mid-Day Meal are unaffected; States/UTs get flexibility to supply fortified or non-fortified rice.

Q22 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India's rice fortification initiative: 1. It was announced by the Prime Minister in his Independence Day address on 15 August 2021. 2. Universal coverage of fortified rice in all government schemes was achieved by March 2024. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. PIB (October 2024) says the initiative followed the PM's 75th Independence Day address, the CCEA approved a phased rollout in April 2022, and universal coverage was achieved by March 2024.

MoSPI releases new GDP series with base year 2022-23; FY26 growth estimated at 7.6%
Q23

What is the base year of the new GDP series released by MoSPI on 27 February 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 2022-23

The new series uses base year 2022-23, replacing the 2011-12 series.

Q24

What real GDP growth rate for 2025-26 was estimated in the Second Advance Estimates released on 27 February 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 7.6%

Real GDP growth for 2025-26 is estimated at 7.6%, against 7.1% in 2024-25; 8.6% is the nominal growth.

Q25 Advanced

According to the new series, India's real GDP grew by how much in Q3 (October–December) of 2025-26?

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Correct answer: C — 7.8%

Real GDP grew 7.8% in Q3 of 2025-26; 8.9% was the nominal growth in that quarter.

Q26 Advanced

Which of the following data sources is NOT mentioned by PIB among the new sources integrated in the 2022-23 GDP series?

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Correct answer: B — Census 2011

PIB lists ASUSE, PLFS, GST and PFMS as new, improved data sources in the revised series.

Q27 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the new GDP series released in February 2026: 1. 2022-23 was chosen as base year because it is a recent normal year after the COVID-19 disruptions, with robust data across sectors. 2. In an annual revision, unlike a base year revision, the conceptual framework and data sources are changed. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. MoSPI says annual revisions only use updated data without changing the conceptual framework or adding new data sources; base year revisions change methodology, data sources and coverage.

India and Israel elevate ties to a 'Special Strategic Partnership' during PM Modi's visit
Q28

To what level were India–Israel ties elevated during PM Modi's visit to Israel in February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation and Prosperity

The two Prime Ministers elevated ties to 'A Special Strategic Partnership for Peace, Innovation & Prosperity'.

Q29 Advanced

Under an outcome of PM Modi's February 2026 Israel visit, NPCI International signed an MoU with which Israeli entity to enable UPI-based remittances?

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Correct answer: A — MASAV

NPCI International (NIPL) signed an MoU with MASAV, Israel, to enable cross-border remittances via UPI; MASHAV partnered ICAR on agriculture.

Q30 Advanced

An MoU signed during PM Modi's February 2026 Israel visit supports the National Maritime Heritage Complex at which place?

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Correct answer: B — Lothal

One MoU is for development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat.

Q31 Advanced

What quota for Indian workers in Israel was announced during PM Modi's February 2026 visit?

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Correct answer: C — Up to 50,000 over 5 years

The announcements included a quota of up to 50,000 Indian workers over the next 5 years.

Q32 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on the India–Israel Joint Statement of 26 February 2026: 1. Narendra Modi first visited Israel as Prime Minister in 2017, and Benjamin Netanyahu visited India in 2018. 2. The India–Israel Memorandum of Understanding on Defence Cooperation was signed during the February 2026 visit. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only statement 1 is correct. The joint statement welcomed the Defence Cooperation MoU signed earlier, on 4 November 2025.

US–Iran nuclear talks in Geneva end without a deal; Oman reports 'significant progress'
Q33

Which country mediated the US–Iran nuclear talks held in Geneva on 26 February 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Oman

The indirect talks were mediated by Oman; Switzerland was the host.

Q34 Advanced

Where were technical-level US–Iran discussions scheduled after the Geneva talks of 26 February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Vienna

Oman's Foreign Minister said technical-level discussions would take place the next week in Vienna.

Indian Railways and Army launch framework for post-service jobs for Agniveers and ex-servicemen
Q35 Advanced

What horizontal reservation do ex-Agniveers get in Level-1 posts of Indian Railways, as stated in February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — 10%

Ex-Agniveers get 10% in Level-1 and 5% in Level-2 and above; ex-servicemen get 20% and 10%.

Q36 Advanced

How many posts were reserved for ex-servicemen in railway vacancy notifications of 2024 and 2025?

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Correct answer: C — 14,788

A total of 14,788 posts (6,485 in Level-1 and 8,303 in Level-2 and above) were reserved for ex-servicemen.

First round of India–Israel FTA negotiations concludes in New Delhi
Q37

Where was the first round of India–Israel FTA negotiations held in February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — New Delhi

The first round was held in New Delhi from 23 to 26 February 2026.

Q38 Advanced

When were the Terms of Reference for the India–Israel FTA signed?

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Correct answer: A — November 2025

The Terms of Reference were signed in November 2025.

Q39 Advanced

According to the Commerce Ministry, India–Israel bilateral merchandise trade in 2024-25 was approximately:

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Correct answer: B — USD 3.62 billion

Bilateral merchandise trade stood at about USD 3.62 billion in FY 2024-25.

PM Modi becomes first Indian Prime Minister to address Israel's Knesset
Q40

On 25 February 2026, Narendra Modi became the first Indian Prime Minister to address which body?

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Correct answer: A — Israel's Knesset

Modi addressed a Special Plenary of the Knesset, the Israeli parliament, in Jerusalem — the first Indian PM to do so.

Q41 Advanced

Which honour was conferred on PM Modi after his address to the Knesset in February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Medal of the Knesset

Speaker Amir Ohana bestowed the 'Medal of the Knesset' on PM Modi after the address.

Q42 Advanced

Who was the Speaker of the Knesset who received PM Modi on 25 February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Amir Ohana

Speaker Amir Ohana received PM Modi; Yair Lapid spoke as Leader of the Opposition.

Q43 Advanced

Consider the following statements about PM Modi's Knesset address of 25 February 2026: 1. He called for deeper India–Israel interaction in the IMEC and I2U2 frameworks. 2. He compared India's 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' with the Israeli principle of 'Tikkun Olam', meaning 'healing the world'. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as per the PMO release on the address.

Silver jubilee World Sustainable Development Summit opens; Him-CONNECT launched
Q44

Which organisation hosts the World Sustainable Development Summit, whose silver jubilee edition opened in February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — TERI

WSDS is The Energy and Resources Institute's (TERI's) summit; 2026 was its silver jubilee edition.

Q45 Advanced

The Him-CONNECT platform launched in February 2026 aims to scale up research supported under which mission?

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Correct answer: A — National Mission on Himalayan Studies

Him-CONNECT is meant to turn research supported under MoEFCC's National Mission on Himalayan Studies (NMHS) into scalable solutions.

India and Nepal sign MoU on forests, wildlife, biodiversity and climate change
Q46 Advanced

Which of the following is NOT among the key species named in the India–Nepal biodiversity MoU of February 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Asiatic lion

The MoU names elephant, Gangetic dolphin, rhinoceros, snow leopard, tiger and vultures; the Asiatic lion is not listed.

Q47

Where was the India–Nepal MoU on forests, wildlife and climate change signed on 25 February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — New Delhi

The signing ceremony took place in New Delhi in the presence of Bhupender Yadav and Madhav Prasad Chaulagain.

India and GCC sign Joint Statement launching FTA negotiations
Q48

Who signed the Joint Statement on the India–GCC FTA with Piyush Goyal on 24 February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi

The Joint Statement was signed by Piyush Goyal and GCC Secretary General Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi in New Delhi.

Q49 Advanced

When were the Terms of Reference for the India–GCC FTA signed?

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Correct answer: B — 5 February 2026

The Terms of Reference were signed on 5 February 2026; the Joint Statement launching negotiations followed on 24 February.

Q50 Advanced

What was India's total trade with the GCC in FY 2024-25?

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Correct answer: D — USD 178.56 billion

India–GCC trade was USD 178.56 billion in FY 2024-25 (exports USD 56.87 billion and imports USD 121.68 billion).

Q51 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India–GCC trade in FY 2024-25: 1. The GCC accounted for about 15.42% of India's global trade, making it India's largest trading partner bloc. 2. India ran a trade surplus with the GCC. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only 1 is correct. India's imports (USD 121.68 billion) far exceeded its exports (USD 56.87 billion), so India ran a deficit.

Raw jute MSP raised to ₹5,925 per quintal for 2026-27
Q52

What MSP was fixed for raw jute (TD-3 grade) for the 2026-27 season?

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Correct answer: A — ₹5,925 per quintal

The CCEA fixed the MSP of raw jute (TD-3) at ₹5,925 per quintal, ₹275 more than in 2025-26.

Q53 Advanced

Which agency acts as the Central Government's nodal agency for price support operations for raw jute?

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Correct answer: B — Jute Corporation of India

The Jute Corporation of India continues as the nodal agency, with losses fully reimbursed by the Centre.

Q54 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the raw jute MSP for 2026-27: 1. It ensures a return of 61.8% over the all-India weighted average cost of production. 2. The principle of fixing MSP at least 1.5 times the all-India weighted average cost of production was announced in the Union Budget 2018-19. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as per the CCEA decision of 24 February 2026.

ECI holds first national round table with State Election Commissioners in 27 years
Q55

The National Round Table Conference of the ECI and State Election Commissioners held on 24 February 2026 took place after a gap of how many years?

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Correct answer: C — 27 years

The SECs noted that the conference was held after a gap of 27 years; it is now to be held annually.

Q56 Advanced

Which document was adopted by the ECI and State Election Commissioners at the round table on 24 February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — National Declaration 2026

The SECs adopted the National Declaration 2026, affirming that pure electoral rolls are the bedrock of democracy.

Q57 Advanced

Consider the following statements about State Election Commissions: 1. Under Articles 243K and 243ZA, they superintend the preparation of electoral rolls and conduct of elections to Panchayats and Municipalities. 2. The State Election Commissioner is appointed by the Chief Election Commissioner of India. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only 1 is correct. Under Article 243K, the State Election Commissioner is appointed by the Governor and can be removed only like a High Court judge.

Nirmala Sitharaman launches National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 with ₹16.72 lakh crore potential
Q58

What is the estimated aggregate monetisation potential of the National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 launched in February 2026?

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Correct answer: B — ₹16.72 lakh crore

NMP 2.0 estimates an aggregate monetisation potential of ₹16.72 lakh crore over FY 2026–FY 2030.

Q59 Advanced

Which body developed the National Monetisation Pipeline 2.0 in consultation with infrastructure line ministries?

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Correct answer: B — NITI Aayog

NMP 2.0 was developed by NITI Aayog in consultation with infrastructure line ministries.

Q60 Advanced

NMP 2.0 covers asset monetisation over which period?

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Correct answer: D — FY 2026 to FY 2030

NMP 2.0 covers the five-year period from FY 2026 to FY 2030.

Q61 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the National Monetisation Pipeline: 1. NMP 2.0 is based on the mandate for the 'Asset Monetisation Plan 2025-30' announced in the Union Budget 2025-26. 2. NMP 1.0 had a target of ₹6 lakh crore over four years, of which nearly 90% was met. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. NMP 2.0 follows the Budget 2025-26 mandate for the Asset Monetisation Plan 2025-30, and the Finance Minister said NMP 1.0 met nearly 90% of its ₹6 lakh crore four-year target.

Indian Embassy in Tehran advises Indian nationals to leave Iran by available means
Q62 Advanced

On 23 February 2026, the Embassy of India in Tehran advised Indian nationals in Iran to:

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Correct answer: D — Leave Iran by available means of transport, including commercial flights

The advisory asked Indians in Iran to leave by available means of transport, including commercial flights.

Q63

The Indian Embassy's 23 February 2026 advisory on Iran continued an advisory first issued by the Government of India on:

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Correct answer: A — 5 January 2026

The advisory was in continuation of the Government of India's advisory of 5 January 2026, and it reiterated the 14 January advisory.

Hardeep Singh Gill and Karm Singh Karma take charge as Members of National Commission for Safai Karamcharis
Q64

Hardeep Singh Gill and Karm Singh Karma took charge in February 2026 as Members of which body?

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Correct answer: B — National Commission for Safai Karamcharis

Both assumed charge as Members of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis on 23 February 2026.

Q65 Advanced

Up to what date has the tenure of the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis been extended?

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Correct answer: C — 31 March 2028

The Cabinet approved on 7 February 2025 extending the NCSK's tenure for three years beyond 31.03.2025, i.e. up to 31 March 2028.

Q66 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the National Commission for Safai Karamcharis (NCSK): 1. It was first constituted as a statutory body under an Act of Parliament passed in 1993. 2. It currently functions as a statutory body with the powers of a civil court. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only 1 is correct. The NCSK was set up in 1994 under the NCSK Act, 1993, but since the Act lapsed on 29 February 2004 it has been a non-statutory body without civil-court powers.

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana crosses 30 lakh households with rooftop solar
Q67

In February 2026, how many households had adopted rooftop solar under PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?

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Correct answer: C — 30 lakh

The PM hailed the milestone of 30 lakh households adopting rooftop solar under the scheme on 23 February 2026.

Q68 Advanced

PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana aims to provide free electricity of up to how many units per month?

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Correct answer: D — 300 units

The scheme aims to provide up to 300 units of free electricity every month to one crore households.

Q69 Advanced

Consider the following statements about PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana: 1. It was approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹75,021 crore. 2. It targets rooftop solar installation in one crore households. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. The Cabinet approved the scheme on 29 February 2024 with an outlay of ₹75,021 crore for one crore households.

PMAY-Urban 2.0 committee sanctions 2.88 lakh more houses, taking total to 13.61 lakh
Q70 Advanced

After the 6th CSMC meeting on 23 February 2026, the total number of houses sanctioned under PMAY-Urban 2.0 rose to over:

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Correct answer: C — 13.61 lakh

With 2,87,618 new houses, total sanctions under PMAY-U 2.0 rose to over 13.61 lakh.

Q71

What share of houses under PMAY-Urban 2.0 is allotted to women, according to the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs in February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — 96%

The Ministry said 96% of houses under PMAY-U 2.0 are allotted to women.

India and France sign Amending Protocol to their 1992 Double Taxation Avoidance Convention
Q72 Advanced

Under the India–France Amending Protocol of February 2026, the single 10% tax rate on dividends is replaced by:

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Correct answer: A — 5% for holders of at least 10% of capital and 15% for others

The Protocol replaces the single 10% rate with 5% for those holding at least 10% of capital and 15% in all other cases.

Q73

In which year was the original India–France Double Taxation Avoidance Convention signed?

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Correct answer: B — 1992

The India–France DTAC was signed on 29 September 1992.

Q74 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the India–France Amending Protocol announced in February 2026: 1. It deletes the Most-Favoured-Nation (MFN) clause from the Protocol to the DTAC. 2. It gives taxing rights on capital gains from the sale of shares to the country where the shareholder is resident. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only 1 is correct. The Protocol deletes the MFN clause and gives full capital-gains taxing rights to the country where the company (not the shareholder) is resident.

Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constitutes Parliamentary Friendship Groups with more than 60 countries
Q75

With how many countries did Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constitute Parliamentary Friendship Groups in the first phase announced in February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — More than 60

The Speaker constituted Parliamentary Friendship Groups with more than 60 countries in the first phase.

Q76 Advanced

The Parliamentary Friendship Groups constituted in February 2026 build on which earlier initiative, according to the Lok Sabha Secretariat?

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Correct answer: A — The multi-party outreach after Operation Sindoor

The Secretariat said the step builds on the Prime Minister's post-Operation Sindoor multi-party outreach.

PM's 131st Mann Ki Baat: AI Impact Summit, organ donation by Kerala family, digital-arrest warning
Q77 Advanced

In the 131st Mann Ki Baat (22 February 2026), the Prime Minister paid homage to Alin Sherin Abraham, from which State, whose parents donated her organs?

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Correct answer: B — Kerala

The PM paid homage to Alin Sherin Abraham from Kerala; her parents Arun Abraham and Sherin Ann John donated her organs.

Q78

Which episode of Mann Ki Baat was broadcast on 22 February 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 131st

The 131st episode of Mann Ki Baat was broadcast on 22 February 2026.

Organ transplants in India rise fourfold to nearly 20,000 in 2025, says Health Ministry
Q79

About how many organ transplants were performed in India in 2025, according to the Health Ministry?

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Correct answer: C — 20,000

Transplants rose from under 5,000 in 2013 to nearly 20,000 in 2025.

Q80 Advanced

In which type of transplant does India lead the world, performing more than any other country, according to the Health Ministry in February 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Hand transplants

The Ministry said India performs a greater number of hand transplants than any other country.

Q81 Advanced

Consider the following statements about organ donation in India, as reported by the Health Ministry in February 2026: 1. About 18% of transplants are performed with organs from deceased donors. 2. More than 4.8 lakh citizens have pledged organs through an Aadhaar-based verification system since September 2023. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct. About 18% of transplants use deceased-donor organs, and over 4.8 lakh citizens have pledged via the Aadhaar-based system since 17 September 2023.

Modi and Lula hold talks in New Delhi; India and Brazil aim to take trade beyond $20 billion in five years
Q82

Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva held talks with PM Narendra Modi in New Delhi on 21 February 2026. Which country is described by India as its largest trading partner in Latin America?

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Correct answer: D — Brazil

PM Modi's press statement on 21 February 2026 said Brazil is India's largest trading partner in Latin America.

Q83 Advanced

During the Modi–Lula talks of 21 February 2026, India and Brazil committed to take bilateral trade beyond what level over the next five years?

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Correct answer: D — $20 billion

PM Modi said both countries are committed to taking bilateral trade beyond twenty billion dollars over the next five years.

Q84 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the India–Brazil talks of 21 February 2026: 1. India is working towards a Centre of Excellence for Digital Public Infrastructure in Brazil. 2. The leaders backed expansion of the India–MERCOSUR trade agreement. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: Modi said India is working towards a DPI Centre of Excellence in Brazil and that expansion of the India–MERCOSUR agreement will strengthen economic ties.

Q85 Advanced

President Droupadi Murmu hosted Brazilian President Lula at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 21 February 2026 and congratulated him on Brazil hosting which two summits in 2025?

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Correct answer: B — BRICS and COP-30

The President congratulated Lula on the successful hosting of the BRICS Summit and the COP-30 Summit in Brazil in 2025.

India and Brazil sign MoUs on steel-sector minerals, drug regulation and MSMEs
Q86 Advanced

India's CDSCO exchanged an MoU on pharmaceutical and medical product regulation with which Brazilian agency on 21 February 2026?

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Correct answer: D — ANVISA

The MoU was exchanged between India's Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) and the Brazilian Health Regulatory Agency (ANVISA).

Q87 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the India–Brazil steel-sector MoU of 21 February 2026: 1. It was signed by India's Ministry of Steel with Brazil's Ministry of Mines and Energy. 2. PIB put India's current steelmaking capacity at 300 million tonnes. Which of the above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Only 1 is correct. PIB put India's current steelmaking capacity at 218 million tonnes, not 300.