Africa Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
The First International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit, postponed in May 2026, was originally scheduled for:
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Correct answer: B — 1 June 2026, New Delhi
The Summit was scheduled for 1 June 2026 in New Delhi, in conjunction with the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit.
Consider the following statements: 1. The First IBCA Summit was to be held in Kolkata. 2. The decision to hold the Fourth India–Africa Forum Summit later was taken by India alone, without consulting the African Union. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
The IBCA Summit was to be held in New Delhi, and the IAFS-IV decision was taken in consultation with the African Union Chairperson and the AU Commission. Both statements are wrong.
Under the February 2026 MoU between NCGG and Seychelles' Public Service Bureau, how many Seychellois civil servants are to be trained over three years?
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Correct answer: A — 250
The three-year agreement sets out a roadmap to train 250 Seychellois civil servants.
How many senior Seychelles officials are in the first NCGG capacity-building cohort that began on 11 May 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 29
The first cohort brings together 29 high-ranking officials, including directors general and senior officers.
The port of Mindelo, where INS Sudarshini concluded a port call on 8 May 2026 during Lokayan 26, is in which country?
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Correct answer: B — Cape Verde
INS Sudarshini concluded its four-day port call at Mindelo, Cape Verde (Cabo Verde) on 8 May 2026.
The Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit for Africa (NEISA 2026), to which India was invited in May 2026, is being held in which city?
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Correct answer: D — Kigali
NEISA 2026 is scheduled at the Kigali Convention Centre, Rwanda, from 18 to 21 May 2026.
Who co-chaired the inaugural India–Algeria defence Joint Commission meeting from the Algerian side in May 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Chief of Staff of the Naval Forces, Algeria
The meeting was co-chaired by Joint Secretary (IC) Amitabh Prasad and Algeria's Chief of Staff of the Naval Forces, Maj Gen Kaid Nour Eddine.
India–Algeria defence relations have gained momentum since the signing of a Defence MoU in which year?
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Correct answer: D — 2024
The Ministry of Defence said ties have gained momentum since the Defence MoU of 2024.
According to the 5th India–Tanzania Joint Trade Committee, what was India–Tanzania bilateral trade in 2025–26?
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Correct answer: D — USD 9.02 billion
Bilateral trade reached USD 9.02 billion in 2025–26, rising from USD 8.64 billion in 2024–25.
Consider the following statements about the 5th India–Tanzania Joint Trade Committee: 1. The meeting was held in Dar es Salaam on 29–30 April 2026. 2. The previous (4th) session was held in New Delhi in August 2017. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the 5th JTC was held in Dar es Salaam on 29–30 April 2026 and reviewed progress since the 4th session in New Delhi in August 2017.
What was India–Kenya bilateral trade in 2025–26, as noted at the 10th Joint Trade Committee?
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Correct answer: D — USD 4.31 billion
Trade stood at USD 4.31 billion in 2025–26, up 24.91% from USD 3.45 billion in 2024–25.
At the 10th India–Kenya JTC, an MoU for exchange of pre-arrival customs information was signed between CBIC and which Kenyan body?
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Correct answer: C — Kenya Revenue Authority
The MoU was signed between CBIC and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA); a separate BIS–KEBS MoU on standards was reviewed.
On the sidelines of the 11th India–Egypt Joint Defence Committee meeting in April 2026, which talks were held for the first time?
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Correct answer: B — Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks
The inaugural Navy-to-Navy Staff Talks were held on the sidelines of the 11th JDC in Cairo.
Consider the following statements about India–Egypt defence ties (April 2026): 1. The 11th Joint Defence Committee agreed a bilateral defence cooperation plan for 2026-27. 2. India and Egypt signed an MoU on defence cooperation in September 2022. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are stated in the Ministry of Defence release on the 11th JDC.
INS Sudarshini concluded a port call at which city on 18 April 2026 during its Lokayan 26 deployment?
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Correct answer: C — Casablanca
INS Sudarshini concluded its port call at Casablanca, Morocco, on 18 April 2026.
After leaving Morocco in April 2026, INS Sudarshini proceeded to which port?
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Correct answer: A — Las Palmas, Spain
The Ministry of Defence said INS Sudarshini proceeds to Las Palmas, Spain.
INS Trikand concluded a port call on 10 April 2026 at Mombasa, a port in:
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Correct answer: D — Kenya
Mombasa is in Kenya; INSAS rifles were handed over to the Kenya Navy during the visit.
India's maritime vision MAHASAGAR, cited during INS Trikand's Mombasa visit, stands for:
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Correct answer: B — Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions
MAHASAGAR stands for Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.
Where in Egypt is the fourth India–Egypt Joint Special Forces Exercise, Cyclone-IV, being held in April 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Anshas
The Defence Ministry said Cyclone-IV is scheduled at Anshas from 9 to 17 April 2026.
Consider the following statements about Exercise Cyclone-IV: 1. It is the fourth edition of the India–Egypt Joint Special Forces Exercise. 2. The previous edition of the exercise was also held in Egypt. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the Defence Ministry said Cyclone-IV follows the successful conduct of the previous edition in India.
At which port did INS Trikand arrive on 3 April 2026 during its South West Indian Ocean deployment?
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Correct answer: B — Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania
The Ministry of Defence said INS Trikand arrived at Dar-es-Salaam, Tanzania, on 3 April 2026.
INS Trikand's port call at Dar-es-Salaam is aligned with which Indian maritime vision?
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Correct answer: D — MAHASAGAR
The release says the port call is aligned with India's vision of MAHASAGAR – Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.
Who is the Commanding Officer of INS Trikand, as named in the release on its Dar-es-Salaam port call?
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Correct answer: A — Captain Sachin Kulkarni
The Ministry of Defence names Captain Sachin Kulkarni as the ship's Commanding Officer.
The 14th Ministerial Conference (MC14) of the WTO, which concluded on 30 March 2026, was held in:
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Correct answer: A — Yaoundé, Cameroon
MC14 was held in Yaoundé, Cameroon, and concluded on 30 March 2026.
Who led the Indian delegation at the WTO's MC14?
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Correct answer: D — Piyush Goyal
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal led the Indian delegation to MC14.
At MC14, India did not agree to incorporating which agreement into the WTO framework as an Annex 4 agreement?
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Correct answer: A — Investment Facilitation for Development Agreement
India did not agree to incorporation of the Investment Facilitation for Development (IFD) Agreement as an Annex 4 agreement.
Consider the following statements about the outcomes of WTO MC14: 1. Members reached convergence on extending the moratorium on customs duties on electronic transmissions. 2. Ministers agreed to continue fisheries subsidies negotiations with the aim of making recommendations to MC15. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Convergence could not be reached on the e-commerce moratorium; ministers agreed to continue fisheries subsidies negotiations aiming at recommendations to MC15.
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.
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.
In which city was the 4th India–Kenya Joint Defence Cooperation Committee meeting held in February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Nairobi
The 4th JDCC was held in Nairobi from 24 to 26 February 2026.
By what margin did South Africa beat India in the T20 World Cup Super 8 match at Ahmedabad on 22 February 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 76 runs
South Africa made 187/7 and bowled India out for 111, winning by 76 runs.
Who was named Player of the Match in the India vs South Africa T20 World Cup Super 8 match on 22 February 2026?
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Correct answer: D — David Miller
David Miller scored 63 and was named Player of the Match.
During PM Modi's meeting with Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Disanayaka on 20 February 2026, the leaders welcomed the success of the exposition of which holy relics in Sri Lanka?
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Correct answer: A — Devnimori relics
The leaders welcomed the success of the recently concluded exposition of the Holy Devnimori relics in Sri Lanka.
During the India–Seychelles defence talks in New Delhi on 10 February 2026, both sides welcomed which upcoming joint military exercise?
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Correct answer: B — LAMITYE-2026
Both sides welcomed the upcoming joint military exercise LAMITYE-2026 between the Indian Defence Forces and the Seychelles Defence Forces.
What is the size of the Special Economic Package India announced for Seychelles on 9 February 2026?
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Correct answer: B — USD 175 million
India announced a Special Economic Package of USD 175 million for Seychelles.
The India–Seychelles Joint Vision announced on 9 February 2026 is abbreviated as:
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Correct answer: D — SESEL
It is the Joint Vision for Sustainability, Economic Growth and Security through Enhanced Linkages (SESEL).
President Herminie's State Visit to India in February 2026 coincided with which anniversary of India–Seychelles diplomatic relations?
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Correct answer: C — 50th
The visit coincided with the 50th year of Seychelles' independence and of diplomatic relations between the two countries.
Consider the following about the Special Economic Package India announced for Seychelles in February 2026: 1. It includes a USD 125 million Rupee-denominated Line of Credit. 2. It includes USD 50 million in grant assistance. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the USD 175 million package combines a USD 125 million Rupee-denominated Line of Credit and USD 50 million in grants.
Consider the following outcomes of the India–Seychelles talks of 9 February 2026: 1. Seychelles agreed to join the Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI). 2. India agreed to set up an Indian naval base on Seychelles' Assumption Island. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Only 1 is correct. Seychelles agreed to join CDRI and to set up a Seychelles Hydrographic Unit with Indian help; no naval base was announced.
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.
Indian Coast Guard Ship Sankalp made a port call at Port Louis on 17 January 2026. Port Louis is the capital of which country?
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Correct answer: B — Mauritius
PIB (Defence): ICGS Sankalp made a port call at Port Louis, Mauritius.
ICGS Sankalp, which visited Mauritius in January 2026, belongs to which class of vessel?
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Correct answer: C — Offshore Patrol Vessel
PIB (Defence): ICGS Sankalp is an Offshore Patrol Vessel.
The 3rd India–Kenya Defence Exhibition and Seminar in Nairobi (January 2026) was organised under which scheme of the Department of Defence Production?
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Correct answer: B — Brand India scheme
PIB (Defence): the exhibition was organised under the Brand India scheme of the Department of Defence Production.
How many Indian defence companies were to take part in the 3rd India–Kenya Defence Exhibition and Seminar?
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Correct answer: C — 20
PIB (Defence): 20 Indian defence companies from the public and private sectors were to participate.
The Adwa Victory Monument in Addis Ababa, where PM Modi laid a wreath on 17 December 2025, honours Ethiopian soldiers of the Battle of Adwa fought in which year?
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Correct answer: A — 1896
PIB 2205113: the memorial is dedicated to Ethiopian soldiers who died for the sovereignty of their nation at the Battle of Adwa in 1896.
In which year were formal diplomatic ties between India and Ethiopia established?
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Correct answer: B — 1950
PIB backgrounder 2205431: formal diplomatic ties between India and Ethiopia were established in 1950.
Consider the following statements about Prime Minister Modi's visit to Ethiopia in December 2025: 1. It was his first bilateral visit to Ethiopia. 2. India–Ethiopia ties were elevated to a Strategic Partnership. 3. India–Ethiopia bilateral trade in 2024–25 was driven mainly by Ethiopian exports to India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2205106 and 2205431: it was the PM's first bilateral visit and ties were elevated to a Strategic Partnership. Of the US$ 550.19 million trade in 2024–25, Indian exports were US$ 476.81 million and imports US$ 73.38 million, so the trade is export-driven from India and statement 3 is wrong.
Which award did Prime Minister Narendra Modi receive from Ethiopia on 16 December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Great Honour Nishan of Ethiopia
PIB 2204955: Ethiopian PM Abiy Ahmed conferred Ethiopia's highest award, the 'Great Honor Nishan of Ethiopia', on PM Modi.
Where was the ceremony conferring Ethiopia's highest award on PM Modi held on 16 December 2025?
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Correct answer: A — Addis International Convention Centre
PIB 2204955: the special ceremony was hosted at the Addis International Convention Centre.
Consider the following outcomes of Prime Minister Modi's visit to Ethiopia in December 2025: 1. An MoU on debt restructuring of Ethiopia under the G20 Common Framework 2. Doubling of ICCR scholarships for Ethiopian scholars 3. A Free Trade Agreement between India and Ethiopia Which of the above is/are part of the official list of outcomes?
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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only
PIB 2204943: the outcomes list includes the debt restructuring MoU under the G20 Common Framework and doubling of ICCR scholarships. No Free Trade Agreement was signed.
Who hosted the IBSA Leaders' Meeting held in Johannesburg on 23 November 2025?
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Correct answer: B — Cyril Ramaphosa
The meeting was hosted by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and attended by Brazilian President Lula and PM Modi.
At the IBSA Leaders' Meeting (November 2025), PM Modi proposed which platform for sharing Digital Public Infrastructure like UPI and CoWIN?
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Correct answer: A — IBSA Digital Innovation Alliance
The PM proposed an 'IBSA Digital Innovation Alliance' to share DPI such as UPI, health platforms like CoWIN, cybersecurity frameworks and women-led tech initiatives.
Consider the following statements about the IBSA Leaders' Meeting of November 2025: 1. PM Modi noted that the IBSA Fund has supported projects across forty countries. 2. PM Modi proposed an IBSA Fund for Climate Resilient Agriculture. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the PMO release.
PM Modi invited IBSA leaders to which event to be hosted by India?
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Correct answer: D — AI Impact Summit
The PM invited IBSA leaders to the AI Impact Summit to be held in India next year.
The 'ACITI Partnership', welcomed by India and Canada in November 2025, is a trilateral partnership among India, Canada and:
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Correct answer: B — Australia
ACITI stands for the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation Partnership.
India and Canada agreed in November 2025 to begin CEPA negotiations aimed at doubling bilateral trade by 2030 to:
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Correct answer: B — USD 50 billion
The CEPA aims at doubling bilateral trade to USD 50 billion by 2030.
Which joint initiative did India and Italy adopt on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg?
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Correct answer: D — Joint Initiative to Counter Financing of Terrorism
PM Modi and PM Meloni adopted the 'India-Italy Joint Initiative to Counter Financing of Terrorism', covering cooperation in FATF and GCTF.
PM Modi held his first in-person meeting with which Japanese Prime Minister on the sidelines of the G20 Summit in Johannesburg?
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Correct answer: A — Sanae Takaichi
It was PM Modi's first meeting with PM Sanae Takaichi after their telephone call on 29 October 2025.
What is the theme of the AI Impact Summit that India will host in February 2026, as announced by the PM at the G20?
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Correct answer: D — Sarvajanam Hitaya, Sarvajanam Sukhaya
The PM said the AI Impact Summit will have the theme 'Sarvajanam Hitaya, Sarvajanam Sukhaya' (Welfare for all, Happiness for all).
At the G20 Johannesburg Summit session on decent work and AI, PM Modi proposed that the G20 develop a:
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Correct answer: C — Global Framework for Talent Mobility
Recalling progress on talent mobility at the New Delhi G20 Summit, the PM proposed a Global Framework for Talent Mobility.
The G20 Johannesburg Summit (November 2025) marked PM Narendra Modi's participation in G20 Summits for the:
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Correct answer: C — 12th time
The PMO said this was the Prime Minister's 12th participation in G20 Summits.
Which of the following was NOT among the six initiatives proposed by PM Modi at the G20 Johannesburg Summit?
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Correct answer: D — G20 Global Carbon Tax Mechanism
The six proposals were the Traditional Knowledge Repository, Africa Skills Multiplier, Global Healthcare Response Team, Open Satellite Data Partnership, Critical Minerals Circularity Initiative and the Initiative on Countering the Drug-Terror Nexus. No carbon tax mechanism was proposed.
At the G20 Johannesburg Summit, PM Modi suggested that which idea rooted in India's civilizational wisdom be explored as a new development parameter?
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Correct answer: A — Integral Humanism
The PM said the idea of 'Integral Humanism', which takes a holistic view of humans, society and nature, must be explored.
Consider the following statements about the G20 Johannesburg Summit, 2025: 1. It was the first G20 Summit held in Africa. 2. PM Modi said disaster resilience should be 'response-centric' rather than 'development-centric'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 reverses the PM's point: he said the approach should be development-centric rather than response-centric.
Under the ACITI Partnership announced on 22 November 2025, officials of India, Australia and Canada agreed to convene in:
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Correct answer: B — the first quarter of 2026
The joint statement said officials should convene in the first quarter of 2026 to take the initiative forward.
Consider the following statements about the Australia-Canada-India Technology and Innovation (ACITI) Partnership: 1. It emphasises green energy innovation and resilient supply chains, including in critical minerals. 2. It will examine the development and mass adoption of artificial intelligence. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as per the trilateral joint statement of 22 November 2025.
INS Savitri undertook a port call in November 2025 for joint EEZ surveillance with the coast guard of which country?
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Correct answer: A — Seychelles
INS Savitri arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, and will undertake joint EEZ surveillance with the Seychelles Coast Guard.
INS Savitri, which visited Port Victoria in November 2025, is what type of vessel?
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Correct answer: B — Offshore Patrol Vessel
INS Savitri is an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) of the Indian Navy.