1. Under which framework did BIS introduce six new Indian Standards for healthcare assistive technologies?
A. Ayushman Bharat Mission
B. NLEAP Framework
C. Digital India Programme
D. National Health Mission
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: BIS introduced six standards under the National List of Essential Assistive Products (NLEAP) framework to improve accessibility and quality in healthcare assistive technologies.
2. The headquarters of the newly notified South Coast Railway Zone will be located at:
A. Vijayawada
B. Guntur
C. Visakhapatnam
D. Tirupati
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The South Coast Railway Zone was officially created with its headquarters at Visakhapatnam in Andhra Pradesh.
3. What is the primary objective of PRASHAST 2.0 launched by NCERT?
A. Online teacher recruitment
B. Digital school attendance
C. Early identification of disabilities in children
D. Scholarship distribution
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: PRASHAST 2.0 is a digital screening platform designed to identify disabilities among school children at an early stage and support inclusive education.
4. The sanctioned strength of judges in the Supreme Court has been increased from 33 to:
A. 35
B. 36
C. 37
D. 39
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved an increase in the number of Supreme Court judges from 33 to 37 to reduce case pendency and improve judicial efficiency.
5. The modern ship repair facility approved by the Union Cabinet will be established at:
A. Kochi
B. Vadinar
C. Mumbai
D. Chennai
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Cabinet approved a state-of-the-art ship repair facility at Vadinar in Gujarat to strengthen maritime infrastructure.
6. The semiconductor projects approved under the India Semiconductor Mission involve investments exceeding:
A. ₹2,000 crore
B. ₹2,500 crore
C. ₹3,936 crore
D. ₹5,000 crore
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Two semiconductor projects with combined investments of over ₹3,936 crore were approved to boost India’s chip manufacturing ecosystem.
7. The Thomas and Uber Cup Finals 2026 were held in:
A. Paris, France
B. Tokyo, Japan
C. Horsens, Denmark
D. Jakarta, Indonesia
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The 2026 Thomas and Uber Cup Finals took place in Horsens, Denmark.
8. ECLGS 5.0 approved by the Union Cabinet is mainly intended to:
A. Promote startups
B. Provide export subsidies
C. Address liquidity challenges due to the West Asia crisis
D. Support rural housing
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS 5.0) was approved to help businesses facing liquidity stress linked to the West Asia crisis.
9. Viability Plan 2.0 announced by the Department of Financial Services is related to:
A. Public Sector Banks
B. Regional Rural Banks
C. Insurance Companies
D. Cooperative Credit Societies
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Viability Plan 2.0 focuses on improving governance, sustainability, and operational efficiency of Regional Rural Banks (RRBs).
10. The Electronic Gold Receipts (EGR) segment was launched by:
A. BSE
B. MCX
C. RBI
D. NSE
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: NSE launched the EGR segment with SEBI approval to modernise and improve transparency in gold trading.
11. Which institution launched the “Critical Minerals-to-Manufacturing Financing Partnership Facility”?
A. IMF
B. World Bank
C. Asian Development Bank
D. Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Asian Development Bank launched this financing initiative to strengthen critical mineral supply chains across Asia-Pacific.
12. “Project Freedom” launched by the United States is related to:
A. Cybersecurity operations
B. Maritime escort operations
C. Space exploration
D. Anti-terror operations
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Project Freedom is a naval escort initiative launched by the USA to secure commercial shipping in the Strait of Hormuz.
13. Who was appointed as the Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC)?
A. Prasoon Joshi
B. Ashutosh Gowariker
C. Shashi Shekhar Vempati
D. Shekhar Kapur
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting appointed Shashi Shekhar Vempati as the CBFC Chairperson.
14. Which Indian naval ship entered Yangon Harbour as part of India’s maritime outreach programme?
A. INS Vikrant
B. INS Sunayna
C. INS Chennai
D. INS Arihant
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: INS Sunayna visited Yangon Harbour under India’s Indo-Pacific maritime engagement initiative.
15. Which company successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket from California?
A. Blue Origin
B. NASA
C. ISRO
D. SpaceX
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: SpaceX successfully launched another Falcon 9 mission from California for commercial and scientific purposes.
16. World Athletics Day 2026 was observed on:
A. 1 May
B. 5 May
C. 7 May
D. 10 May
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: World Athletics Day was observed on 7 May 2026 to encourage youth participation in athletics and sports activities.
17. Which defence company received a ₹1,476 crore contract for mobile electronic warfare systems for the Indian Army?
A. HAL
B. BEL