1. Who launched the National Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 2.0 (2025–2029)?

A. Mansukh Mandaviya
B. J.P. Nadda
C. Nirmala Sitharaman
D. Amit Shah

Answer: B. J.P. Nadda
Explanation: As Union Health Minister, he launched AMR 2.0 in New Delhi.

1. Who chaired the 16th Finance Commission (XVIFC), which recently submitted its report to the President of India?

A. N. K. Singh
B. Arvind Panagariya
C. Bibek Debroy
D. Raghuram Rajan

Answer: B. Arvind Panagariya
Explanation: The 16th Finance Commission is headed by Arvind Panagariya, former Vice-Chairman of NITI Aayog.

1. The Union Cabinet recently expressed deep grief over the loss of lives due to a terrorist car explosion near which iconic monument?

A) India Gate
B) Red Fort
C) Qutub Minar
D) Rashtrapati Bhavan

Answer: B) Red Fort
Explanation: The blast occurred near the Red Fort in Delhi, prompting cabinet response.

1. The Government of India recently granted GI tags to which traditional Lepcha musical instruments?

A. Chyabrung and Madal
B. Tungbuk and Pumtong Pulit
C. Pena and Dholak
D. Tingtang and Sikar

✔️ Answer: B. Tungbuk and Pumtong Pulit
Explanation: Both instruments belong to the indigenous Lepcha community, and received GI certification to protect cultural identity and craftsmanship.

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.