Q1. Which institution has been granted ‘Deemed to be University’ status recently?
A. NCERT
B. IGNOU
C. NIOS
D. CBSE
Answer: A. NCERT
Explanation: The Ministry of Education conferred this status on National Council of Educational Research and Training based on the recommendation of the University Grants Commission.
Q2. The deadline for OTT platforms to implement SIM-binding compliance has been extended till:
A. 30 June 2026
B. 31 December 2026
C. 31 March 2027
D. 1 January 2026
Answer: B. 31 December 2026
Explanation: The Department of Telecommunications extended the deadline to ensure smoother compliance.
Q3. The curriculum on Computational Thinking (CT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) was launched by:
A. Narendra Modi
B. Dharmendra Pradhan
C. Ashwini Vaishnaw
D. Rajnath Singh
Answer: B. Dharmendra Pradhan
Explanation: Dharmendra Pradhan launched the curriculum to promote digital skills in education.
Q4. The India SDG Dashboard has been developed by MoSPI in collaboration with:
A. World Bank
B. IMF
C. UNRCO
D. NITI Aayog
Answer: C. UNRCO
Explanation: United Nations Resident Coordinator Office partnered with Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation.
Q5. DGCA signed an MoU with which institution for aviation skill development?
A. IIT Delhi
B. IIM Ahmedabad
C. Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya
D. NIT Trichy
Answer: C. Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya
Explanation: Directorate General of Civil Aviation partnered with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya.
Q6. India’s first coal-to-ammonium nitrate plant will be set up in:
A. Jharkhand
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Odisha
D. West Bengal
Answer: C. Odisha
Explanation: The project will be developed at Lakhanpur by Bharat Coal Gasification and Chemicals Limited and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited.
Q7. According to IRENA, India ranked which in renewable energy market in 2025?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
Answer: C. Third
Explanation: As per International Renewable Energy Agency, India became the third-largest renewable energy market globally.
Q8. Who authored the book “Tides of Time: Bharat’s History through Murals in Parliament” ?
A. Shashi Tharoor
B. Sudha Murty
C. Amish Tripathi
D. Ramachandra Guha
Answer: B. Sudha Murty
Explanation: The book was written by Sudha Murty and released by Jagdeep Dhankhar.
Q9. International Day for Mine Awareness is observed on:
A. 1 April
B. 2 April
C. 4 April
D. 7 April
Answer: C. 4 April
Explanation: Observed by the United Nations to raise awareness on mine action.
Q10. The interest rate for FRB 2028 for April–October 2026 is:
A. 6%
B. 7.5%
C. 8.2%
D. 17%
Answer: D. 17%
Explanation: The Government fixed the interest rate at 17% per annum for this period.
Q11. UPI recorded how many transactions in March 2026?
A. 50 billion
B. 55 billion
C. 60 billion
D. 64 billion
Answer: D. 64 billion
Explanation: Unified Payments Interface saw massive growth in digital transactions.
Q12. Which of the following is NOT a Domestic Systemically Important Insurer (D-SII)?
A. LIC
B. New India Assurance
C. GIC
D. SBI Life Insurance
Answer: D. SBI Life Insurance
Explanation: Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India designated LIC, New India Assurance, and GIC as D-SIIs.
Q13. India’s GST collection in March 2026 crossed:
A. ₹1.5 lakh crore
B. ₹1.8 lakh crore
C. ₹2.0 lakh crore
D. ₹2.1 lakh crore
Answer: D. ₹2.1 lakh crore
Explanation: The rise reflects strong economic activity and higher imports.
Q14. CMS COP15 was held in:
A. Peru
B. Brazil
C. South Africa
D. Indonesia
Answer: B. Brazil
Explanation: The event took place in Campo Grande under Brazil’s presidency.
Q15. Krishna Kumar Singh is associated with:
A. NTPC
B. SAIL
C. BHEL
D. ONGC
Answer: B. SAIL
Explanation: He took additional charge as CMD of Steel Authority of India Limited.
Q16. Anurag Kapil has been appointed Director (Finance) of:
A. ONGC
B. NMDC
C. GAIL
D. IOC
Answer: B. NMDC
Explanation: NMDC Limited is India’s largest iron ore producer.
Q17. Chanchal Kumar has been appointed Secretary of which ministry?
A. Home Affairs
B. Finance
C. Information and Broadcasting
D. Defence
Answer: C. Information and Broadcasting
Explanation: He assumed charge in the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Q18. Uchral Nyam-Osor is the new Prime Minister of:
A. Kazakhstan
B. Mongolia
C. Uzbekistan
D. Kyrgyzstan
Answer: B. Mongolia
Explanation: He represents the Mongolian People’s Party.
Q19. Technology Development Board operates under:
A. Ministry of Commerce
B. Ministry of Finance
C. Ministry of Science and Technology
D. Ministry of MSME
Answer: C. Ministry of Science and Technology
Explanation: Technology Development Board supports innovation through funding.
Q20. Emirates NBD received RBI approval to acquire stake in:
A. HDFC Bank
B. Yes Bank
C. RBL Bank
D. Axis Bank
Answer: C. RBL Bank
Explanation: Emirates NBD can acquire up to 74% stake in RBL Bank.