1. Who reviewed the H1 FY 2025–26 performance of Public Sector Banks (PSBs)?
A) Nirmala Sitharaman
B) M. Nagaraju
C) Shaktikanta Das
D) T.V. Somanathan
Answer: B) M. Nagaraju
Explanation: DFS Secretary M. Nagaraju reviewed PSB performance in areas like asset quality, digital initiatives, and scheme implementation.
2. The RBI imposed monetary penalties on three co-operative banks during which event?
A) FinTech Conclave 2025
B) Co-op Kumbh 2025
C) India Banking Summit
D) Cooperative Leadership Forum
Answer: B) Co-op Kumbh 2025
Explanation: The penalties underscored stricter monitoring of cooperative banking during Co-op Kumbh 2025.
3. Ageas Federal Life Insurance partnered with which organisation to expand life insurance distribution?
A) Bajaj Finance
B) Muthoot Microfin Limited
C) Shriram Finance
D) ESAF Microfinance
Answer: B) Muthoot Microfin Limited
Explanation: The partnership aims to expand insurance accessibility across India.
4. Federal Bank launched its cultural initiative “Bharat Surotsav” in which city?
A) Mumbai
B) Kochi
C) Chennai
D) Bengaluru
Answer: C) Chennai
Explanation: The festival poster for Bharat Surotsav was unveiled in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
5. According to Moody’s “Global Macro 2026” report, India’s GDP growth is projected at what level through 2027?
A) 5.8%
B) 6.0%
C) 6.5%
D) 7.2%
Answer: C) 6.5%
Explanation: Moody’s expects India to maintain strong growth momentum at around 6.5%.
6. PhonePe announced a major collaboration with which company to promote ChatGPT adoption in India?
A) Microsoft
B) Google
C) Meta
D) OpenAI
Answer: D) OpenAI
Explanation: The collaboration aims to enhance AI-driven digital experiences.
7. Who was appointed the new MD & CEO of Power Exchange India Limited (PXIL)?
A) Nand Lal Sharma
B) A.K. Gupta
C) Vivek Singla
D) R.K. Singh
Answer: C) Vivek Singla
Explanation: He took charge as MD & CEO effective 10 November 2025.
8. Swan Defence signed an LoI with a Norwegian firm to build how many IMO Type II chemical tankers?
A) 4
B) 5
C) 6
D) 8
Answer: C) 6
Explanation: The total contract value is USD 220 million.
9. The IICA–WNS Ybrant Program focuses on which domain?
A) AI and Robotics
B) CSR, ESG & Sustainability
C) Blockchain and FinTech
D) Skilling and Employment
Answer: B) CSR, ESG & Sustainability
Explanation: The program promotes leadership in sustainability-driven spheres.
10. SoftBank earned how much by selling its entire Nvidia stake?
A) $3.2 billion
B) $4.6 billion
C) $5.8 billion
D) $6.4 billion
Answer: C) $5.8 billion
Explanation: The sale aligns with SoftBank’s new AI investment plans.
11. Which city will host the 22nd All India Annual TDS Conference?
A) Indore
B) Pune
C) Hyderabad
D) Bhopal
Answer: D) Bhopal
Explanation: The conference will bring together India’s top tax administrators.
12. ISRO conducted the Gaganyaan Main Parachute test at which location?
A) Sriharikota
B) Chitradurga
C) Babina Field Firing Range, Jhansi
D) Mahendragiri
Answer: C) Babina Field Firing Range, Jhansi
Explanation: The test was part of the Integrated Main Parachute Airdrop Tests (IMAT).
13. The NBA released ₹29.40 lakh to Odisha for the conservation of which species?
A) Olive Ridley turtles
B) Red Sanders
C) Blackbuck
D) Bengal florican
Answer: B) Red Sanders
Explanation: Funding was provided under the Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) mechanism.
14. C-DOT partnered with NAM InfoCom to develop which system?
A) Satellite Communication System
B) AI-based Digital Identity System
C) Mission Critical Communication System (MCX)
D) Defence Cybersecurity Grid
Answer: C) Mission Critical Communication System (MCX)
Explanation: The system enhances secure public safety and emergency communication.
15. TEC signed an MoU with which institute for telecom standardisation and joint research?
A) IIT Madras
B) IISc Bengaluru
C) SRM Institute of Science & Technology (SRMIST)
D) NIT Surathkal
Answer: C) SRMIST
Explanation: TEC and SRMIST will collaborate on global telecom standards and studies.
16. India's TB incidence declined by what percentage between 2015 and 2024?
A) 10%
B) 15%
C) 21%
D) 30%
Answer: C) 21%
Explanation: India’s decline is nearly double the global reduction of 12%.
17. The 7th India–Canada Ministerial Dialogue on Trade & Investment was co-chaired by Piyush Goyal and which Canadian Minister?
A) Chrystia Freeland
B) Mary Ng
C) Maninder Sidhu
D) Anita Anand
Answer: C) Maninder Sidhu
Explanation: Both leaders discussed strengthening bilateral trade cooperation.
18. India and Nepal amended the Protocol to their Treaty of Transit through a:
A) Memorandum of Understanding
B) Joint Statement
C) Letter of Exchange
D) Trade Facilitation Charter
Answer: C) Letter of Exchange
Explanation: The amendment aims to boost trade and connectivity.
19. Where was the 1st Regional Anti-Narcotics Task Force Conference for NE states held?
A) Aizawl
B) Gangtok
C) Chümoukedima, Nagaland
D) Guwahati