State PSC Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
Where did the Indian Coast Guard intercept three vessels of an oil-smuggling racket on 5 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — About 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai
The three suspect vessels were intercepted about 100 nautical miles west of Mumbai.
Consider the following about the oil-smuggling racket busted by the Coast Guard in February 2026: 1. Oil was transferred mid-sea to motor tankers in international waters. 2. The vessels were to be handed over to the Directorate of Revenue Intelligence alone, without involving Customs. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The ICG said the vessels would be handed over to Indian Customs and other law enforcement agencies.
What are the driver partners of the cooperative taxi service 'Bharat Taxi' called?
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Correct answer: D — Sarathis
Driver partners of Bharat Taxi are called 'Sarathis'; more than 1,200 attended the launch.
Consider the following about the launch of Bharat Taxi on 5 February 2026: 1. Sarathis will get free treatment up to ₹5 lakh. 2. MoUs were signed with nine institutions, including DMRC and SBI. 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 Cooperation release.
The illegal coal mine explosion of 5 February 2026 took place in which district of Meghalaya?
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Correct answer: B — East Jaintia Hills
The blast occurred in the Mynsngat–Thangsko area of East Jaintia Hills district.
Consider the following: 1. The National Green Tribunal banned rat-hole mining in Meghalaya by an order dated 17 April 2014. 2. The ex-gratia announced by the Prime Minister for victims of the East Jaintia Hills blast was paid from the National Disaster Response Fund. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The ex-gratia (₹2 lakh per deceased, ₹50,000 per injured) was announced from the PM's National Relief Fund (PMNRF), not the NDRF.
Under the revised startup recognition framework announced on 5 February 2026, what is the new turnover limit for a startup?
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Correct answer: D — ₹200 crore
The turnover limit for startup recognition was raised from ₹100 crore to ₹200 crore.
What age limit from incorporation applies to the new 'Deep Tech Startup' category?
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Correct answer: C — 20 years
For Deep Tech Startups the age limit was extended from 10 to 20 years, with a turnover limit of ₹300 crore.
Consider the following about the revised startup recognition framework (February 2026): 1. Multi-State Cooperative Societies registered under the Multi-State Cooperative Societies Act, 2002 are now eligible for startup recognition. 2. The turnover limit for a Deep Tech Startup is ₹200 crore, the same as for other startups. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Deep Tech Startups have a higher turnover limit of ₹300 crore; ₹200 crore applies to other startups.
Mount Aconcagua, the target of the NIM–JIM&WS expedition flagged off on 5 February 2026, is located in which country?
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Correct answer: D — Argentina
Mount Aconcagua (6,961 m) is in Argentina; it is the highest peak in South America and the highest mountain outside Asia.
Which organisation is hosting ICANN's 85th Public Meeting in Mumbai in March 2026?
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Correct answer: B — National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI)
ICANN85 is hosted by NIXI under the Ministry of Electronics and IT.
What is the theme of PLASTINDIA 2026, which opened at Bharat Mandapam on 5 February 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Bharat Next
The 12th edition of the triennial exhibition is themed 'Bharat Next'.
Consider the following about the withdrawal of the wheat stock limit order on 5 February 2026: 1. The withdrawn order was dated 27 May 2025. 2. After withdrawal, wheat stockists no longer need to declare their stock on the food stock portal. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. All wheat-stocking entities must still declare their stock every Friday on foodstock.dfpd.gov.in.
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.
From where did DRDO demonstrate Solid Fuel Ducted Ramjet (SFDR) technology on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Integrated Test Range, Chandipur
The SFDR demonstration was carried out from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, off the Odisha coast.
According to DRDO, SFDR technology mainly enables the development of which type of missile?
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Correct answer: D — Long-range air-to-air missiles
DRDO said SFDR enables developing long-range air-to-air missiles to give a tactical edge.
Which of the following was NOT listed among the SFDR subsystems that performed as expected on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Cryogenic upper stage
The listed subsystems were the nozzle-less booster, the SFDR motor and the fuel flow controller. A cryogenic stage is a rocket technology, not part of SFDR.
Consider the following about the SFDR demonstration of February 2026: 1. The system was first propelled to the desired Mach number by a ground booster motor. 2. Its performance was confirmed by tracking instruments deployed along the Arabian Sea coast. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. ITR Chandipur's tracking instruments were deployed along the Bay of Bengal coast.
Where was the fourth India–Tanzania Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting held on 2–3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Zanzibar
The 4th JDCC was held in Zanzibar; the 3rd had been held in Goa in November 2024.
At the 4th India–Tanzania JDCC, the two sides agreed to start cooperation between which services, complementing existing Navy and Army ties?
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Correct answer: B — Air Forces
Both sides agreed to initiate cooperation between their Air Forces, complementing the existing Navy and Army cooperation.
The MoU signed on 3 February 2026 relates to the establishment of which entity?
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Correct answer: A — Bharat Container Shipping Line
The MoU was for establishing the Bharat Container Shipping Line (BCSL).
The BCSL MoU aligns with which scheme announced in the Union Budget 2026-27?
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Correct answer: B — Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme
The Shipping Ministry said the MoU aligns with the Container Manufacturing Assistance Scheme (CMAS).
Consider the following about the MoUs signed on 3 February 2026: 1. The Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) is a signatory to the BCSL MoU. 2. The Outer Harbour project being financed is at Kandla (Deendayal Port). Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The ₹15,000-crore Outer Harbour project is at V.O. Chidambaranar Port, Tuticorin.
What is the length of the bullet train project's second mountain tunnel (MT-6) in Palghar, whose breakthrough was announced on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 454 metres
MT-6 is 454 metres long and 14.4 metres wide.
According to the Railway Minister in February 2026, by when is the bullet train corridor expected to reach Mumbai?
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Correct answer: C — 2029
He said operations would extend to Thane by 2028 and the corridor would reach Mumbai by 2029.
Consider the following about the bullet train's MT-6 tunnel: 1. It was excavated from both ends using the New Austrian Tunnelling Method. 2. It will carry only a single track, with a parallel tunnel for the other direction. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The 14.4-metre-wide MT-6 will accommodate both up and down tracks.
What is the capacity of the Punatsangchhu-I hydroelectric project in Bhutan, whose early commissioning India and Bhutan discussed on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 1,200 MW
Punatsangchhu-I is 1,200 MW; Punatsangchhu-II is 1,020 MW.
Up to which year did India and Bhutan assess cross-border transmission links in their February 2026 talks?
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Correct answer: C — 2040
The two sides assessed cross-border transmission links till 2040.
Consider the following, as stated by the Power Ministry in February 2026: 1. India–Bhutan hydropower cooperation began in 1961. 2. India and Bhutan signed an agreement on hydroelectric power cooperation in 2006. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Power Ministry release.
The evidence-based guidelines released by the Health Minister on 3 February 2026 relate to which cancer?
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Correct answer: D — Lung cancer
J.P. Nadda released the 'Lung Cancer Treatment and Palliation: Evidence-Based Guidelines'.
How many evidence-based recommendations do the lung cancer guidelines released in February 2026 contain?
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Correct answer: C — 15
The guidelines contain 15 evidence-based recommendations on treatment and palliative care.
Consider the following about the lung cancer guidelines released in February 2026: 1. They were developed by the Department of Health Research and the Directorate General of Health Services with partner institutions. 2. They were released at Nirman Bhawan on World Cancer Day itself. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. The guidelines were released at Kartavya Bhavan on 3 February 2026, the eve of World Cancer Day.
AIM SUMVAAD, held on 3 February 2026, is the flagship annual conclave of which ecosystem?
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Correct answer: D — National incubation ecosystem
AIM SUMVAAD is the Atal Innovation Mission's flagship annual conclave for the national incubation ecosystem.
Which port authority won the first prize at the Ports Ministry's Swachhata Pakhwada Awards 2025, presented on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Paradip Port Authority
Paradip Port Authority won the first prize; Chairman P.L. Haranadh received it.
What were SAIL's record cumulative sales for April–January FY 2025-26, announced on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — 16.6 million tonnes
SAIL sold 16.6 MT in April–January FY26, up 16% from 14.3 MT a year earlier.
Consider the following about the 43rd Central Zoo Authority meeting (3 February 2026): 1. It directed completion of the second round of Management Effectiveness Evaluation of zoos. 2. It set up a sub-committee on CSR contributions for zoos. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the Environment Ministry release.
Where was the first Regional Dialogue under NITI Aayog's State Support Mission held, before the third one in Agartala on 3 February 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Dehradun
The first dialogue was in Dehradun on 2 June 2025 and the second in Pune on 25 September 2025.