1. Phase-II of the UMMID Programme was launched to strengthen the management of:
A) Infectious diseases
B) Rare genetic and inherited disorders
C) Cardiovascular diseases
D) Mental health disorders
Answer: B) Rare genetic and inherited disorders
Explanation:
The UMMID Programme focuses on improving diagnosis, management, and treatment support for inherited and rare genetic disorders in India.
2. The “For Women in Science International Awards” are jointly presented by UNESCO and:
A) Microsoft
B) Pfizer
C) L'Oréal
D) World Bank
Answer: C) L'Oréal
Explanation:
The L'Oréal–UNESCO Awards recognize women scientists for outstanding contributions to scientific research.
3. Which South African civilian honour was conferred on Salim Abdool Karim and Keertan Dheda?
A) Order of Freedom
B) Order of Mapungubwe
C) Order of National Service
D) Order of Excellence
Answer: B) Order of Mapungubwe
Explanation:
The Order of Mapungubwe is among South Africa’s highest civilian honours and recognizes exceptional achievements.
4. SEBI, NISM, and IICA signed an MoU mainly for strengthening:
A) Space technology cooperation
B) Agricultural development
C) Corporate governance and ESG initiatives
D) Defence research programmes
Answer: C) Corporate governance and ESG initiatives
Explanation:
The agreement focuses on improving governance practices and promoting Environmental, Social, and Governance initiatives.
5. The Government of Maharashtra signed MoUs with major companies mainly to boost:
A) Tourism development
B) Rural education
C) Energy and industrial growth
D) Space research
Answer: C) Energy and industrial growth
Explanation:
The agreements aim to increase industrial capacity and strengthen the energy sector.
6. Gurindervir Singh created history in which sporting event?
A) Long Jump
B) 200 metres
C) Marathon
D) 100 metres sprint
Answer: D) 100 metres sprint
Explanation:
Gurindervir Singh became the fastest Indian in the men’s 100-metre race at the Federation Cup.
7. RBI imposed a monetary penalty of ₹10.10 lakh on:
A) HDFC Bank
B) City Union Bank
C) Axis Bank
D) Punjab National Bank
Answer: B) City Union Bank
Explanation:
The penalty was imposed by RBI for regulatory non-compliance.
8. Revised RBI regulations on loan recovery and recovery agents will become effective from:
A) 1 July 2026
B) 1 August 2026
C) 1 October 2026
D) 1 January 2027
Answer: C) 1 October 2026
Explanation:
The revised framework aims to strengthen transparency and customer protection during loan recovery.
9. The Energy, Food Security and Economic Resilience Facility was established by:
A) Asian Development Bank
B) World Bank
C) International Monetary Fund
D) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Answer: D) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Explanation:
AIIB created this facility to support countries affected by geopolitical and economic disruptions.
10. RBI announced a record surplus transfer of how much to the Government of India for FY2025–26?
A) ₹1.75 lakh crore
B) ₹2.10 lakh crore
C) ₹2.87 lakh crore
D) ₹3.25 lakh crore
Answer: C) ₹2.87 lakh crore
Explanation:
This became the highest surplus transfer announced by RBI for the financial year.
11. Which organisation released the Quarterly Bulletin on Unincorporated Sector Enterprises?
A) NITI Aayog
B) National Statistics Office
C) RBI
D) Ministry of Finance
Answer: B) National Statistics Office
Explanation:
NSO released the bulletin for January–March 2026 to provide insights into unincorporated sector performance.
12. Karnataka Grameena Bank received an award for outstanding performance under:
A) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
B) PM-KISAN
C) Atal Pension Yojana
D) Mudra Yojana
Answer: C) Atal Pension Yojana
Explanation:
The bank was recognized by PFRDA for its excellent enrolment performance under APY.
13. India, China, and Japan raised concerns regarding which country's steel safeguard measures?
A) Germany
B) United States
C) France
D) United Kingdom
Answer: D) United Kingdom
Explanation:
Several WTO members questioned the UK's steel safeguard policies.
14. The tenure of Anurag Garg as Director General of NCB was extended until:
A) March 2027
B) July 2027
C) December 2027
D) January 2028
Answer: B) July 2027
Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet approved the extension of his tenure.
15. A Ring Gantry-based Linear Accelerator was commissioned mainly for:
A) Space research
B) Missile testing
C) Advanced cancer treatment
D) Weather monitoring
Answer: C) Advanced cancer treatment
Explanation:
The system improves precision and effectiveness in radiation oncology treatment.
16. India successfully conducted the test-firing of:
A) Agni-5
B) BrahMos-II
C) Agni-1
D) Pralay Missile
Answer: C) Agni-1
Explanation:
The Agni-1 Short-Range Ballistic Missile was tested from the Integrated Test Range in Odisha.
17. The Offer for Sale of Central Bank of India was oversubscribed:
A) 15 times
B) 20 times
C) 25 times
D) 35 times