27 Feb- 06 March Current Affairs — Free Online Mock Test, Answer Key & Detailed Solutions

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1. Exam Pattern & Subject-Wise Weightage Breakdown

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Question 1 of 80 General
During the Vayu-Shakti exercise, President Draupadi Murmu flew in the LCH Prachand from which city?
  • (A)
    Jodhpur
  • (B)
    Bikaner
  • (C)
    Jaisalmer
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  • (D)
    Barmer
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
President Draupadi Murmu flew in the LCH (Light Combat Helicopter) Prachand from Jaisalmer.
Question 2 of 80 General
Where is the Gauribidanur Radio Telescope located, which is used to detect solar storms by studying shock waves?
  • (A)
    Hyderabad
  • (B)
    Pune
  • (C)
    Bangalore
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  • (D)
    Chennai
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Gauribidanur Radio Telescope is located in Bangalore and is used to study shock waves to detect solar storms.
Question 3 of 80 General
What is the name of the cervical cancer (HPV) vaccine launched by PM Modi for 14-year-old girls?
  • (A)
    Cervarix
  • (B)
    Gardasil-9
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  • (C)
    Cervavac
  • (D)
    Silgard
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The HPV vaccine named "Gardasil-9" was launched by PM Modi for 14-year-old girls.
Question 4 of 80 General
Who has been appointed as the head of the DigiLocker high-level committee formed by MeitY?
  • (A)
    Nandan Nilekani
  • (B)
    Ajay Sahni
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Sanjay Mehrotra
  • (D)
    S. Somanath
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Ajay Sahni has been appointed as the head of the DigiLocker high-level committee created by MeitY.
Question 5 of 80 General
Which days are celebrated on 1st March?
  • (A)
    World Wildlife Day and Zero Discrimination Day
  • (B)
    Zero Discrimination Day and World Seagrass Day
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  • (C)
    World Civil Defence Day and World Wildlife Day
  • (D)
    World NGO Day and Zero Discrimination Day
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
1st March is celebrated as Zero Discrimination Day and World Seagrass Day.
Question 6 of 80 General
What is the theme for World Civil Defence Day (celebrated on 1st March)?
  • (A)
    Uniting the world's leading industry specialists
  • (B)
    Managing Environmental Risk for a Resilient and Sustainable future
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  • (C)
    Strong civil protection to preserve the national economy
  • (D)
    Civil Defence and management of displaced populations
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The theme is "Managing Environmental Risk for a Resilient and Sustainable future."
Question 7 of 80 General
In which country was the world's oldest rock art, named "Sulawesi Hand Stencil" (dated at least 67,800 years ago), discovered?
  • (A)
    Australia
  • (B)
    Indonesia
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  • (C)
    South Africa
  • (D)
    Spain
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The oldest rock art, the Sulawesi Hand Stencil, was found on Sulawesi Island in Indonesia.
Question 8 of 80 General
"Operation Crackdown" was launched to stop cybercrime in which state?
  • (A)
    Maharashtra
  • (B)
    Karnataka
  • (C)
    Telangana
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Kerala
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
"Operation Crackdown" was launched by the Telangana Cyber Security Bureau and Telangana Police.
Question 9 of 80 General
Which country developed the "Sky Sting Missile", a Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air missile with a 250 km range that India plans to acquire?
  • (A)
    France
  • (B)
    USA
  • (C)
    Israel
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  • (D)
    Russia
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Sky Sting Missile is developed by Israel (Rafael Advanced Defense Systems) and India will take it for its Airforce.
Question 10 of 80 General
Students from Ariyakudi Govt High School in which state designed "Vikko Sat-1", a 600gm mini-satellite to detect fungal spores?
  • (A)
    Tamil Nadu
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (B)
    Kerala
  • (C)
    Andhra Pradesh
  • (D)
    Odisha
Correct Option: Key (A)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
13 students from Tamil Nadu (Sivagangai district) designed the Vikko Sat-1.
Question 11 of 80 General
The "Druzba oil pipeline", established during the Soviet era, carries oil to Europe from Russia and which other country?
  • (A)
    Azerbaijan
  • (B)
    Turkmenistan
  • (C)
    Kazakhstan
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Uzbekistan
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Druzba oil pipeline carries Russian and Kazakh oil to Europe.
Question 12 of 80 General
What is India's rank in the Global Mental Health Index 2025 released by US-based Sapien Labs?
  • (A)
    45th
  • (B)
    60th
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  • (C)
    72nd
  • (D)
    84th
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
India's youth ranked 60th among 84 countries with a score of 33 in the Global Mental Health Report.
Question 13 of 80 General
In the Global Residence Index 2026, which country secured the 1st position?
  • (A)
    Italy
  • (B)
    Switzerland
  • (C)
    Greece
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  • (D)
    UAE (Dubai)
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Greece secured the 1st position in the Global Residence Index 2026, while India is at the 5th position.
Question 14 of 80 General
Who launched the "Karnataka Bharat Gaurav train" book?
  • (A)
    Ashwini Vaishnaw
  • (B)
    Shri V. Somanna
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  • (C)
    Siddaramaiah
  • (D)
    D. K. Shivakumar
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The book was launched by Shri V. Somanna, Union Minister of State for Railway & Jal Shakti.
Question 15 of 80 General
What is the new Base Year for the statistical series implemented by the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation?
  • (A)
    2011-12
  • (B)
    2020-21
  • (C)
    2022-23 (FY23)
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  • (D)
    2024-25
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The new Base Year is FY23 (2022-23), replacing the old base year of 2011-12.
Question 16 of 80 General
The "e-Railway claims Tribunal system" was launched under which objective/initiative?
  • (A)
    Digital India Railways
  • (B)
    52 Reforms in 52 Weeks
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  • (C)
    Faster Claims 2024
  • (D)
    Rail Madad
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
It was launched by the Union Minister of Railway under the objective of "52 Reforms in 52 Weeks" for faster and transparent claims.
Question 17 of 80 General
The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) was set up by NITI Aayog in which year?
  • (A)
    2014
  • (B)
    2015
  • (C)
    2016
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  • (D)
    2018
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
AIM was set up by Niti Ayog in 2016 to create an environment of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Question 18 of 80 General
Where was India's first semiconductor fabrication plant launched by PM Modi with an investment of ₹22,516 crore?
  • (A)
    Karnataka
  • (B)
    Tamil Nadu
  • (C)
    Gujarat
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Maharashtra
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
It was launched in Gujarat with the help of Micron (Chairman Sanjay Mehrotra).
Question 19 of 80 General
When is World NGO Day celebrated?
  • (A)
    24th February
  • (B)
    27th February
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    28th February
  • (D)
    1st March
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
World NGO Day is celebrated on 27th February. The theme mentioned is "Restoring dignity Through inclusion."
Question 20 of 80 General
Who has been appointed as the first female Brand Ambassador of Punjab National Bank (PNB)?
  • (A)
    Smriti Mandhana
  • (B)
    Shafali Verma
  • (C)
    Harmanpreet Kaur
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Mithali Raj
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Harmanpreet Kaur was appointed as the brand ambassador for PNB.
Question 21 of 80 General
Where is the Indian Army conducting the combat exercise "Agni-Varsha" to check combat capabilities in the desert?
  • (A)
    Jaisalmer
  • (B)
    Pokhran
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Bikaner
  • (D)
    Barmer
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Army is conducting the Agni-Varsha exercise in Pokhran (24th Feb - 9th March).
Question 22 of 80 General
Who authored the book "The Doyen of Odisha Journalism: N.R. Swami"?
  • (A)
    N. Jagannath Das
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  • (B)
    Gopinath Mohanty
  • (C)
    Pratibha Ray
  • (D)
    Manoj Das
Correct Option: Key (A)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The book is authored by N. Jagannath Das.
Question 23 of 80 General
Who was awarded the "Speaker of the Knesset Medal" by Israel?
  • (A)
    S. Jaishankar
  • (B)
    P.M. Narendra Modi
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Droupadi Murmu
  • (D)
    Amit Shah
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
PM Modi received the Speaker of the Knesset Medal from Israel.
Question 24 of 80 General
Who launched the "RAJMARG Yatra Portal"?
  • (A)
    PM Modi
  • (B)
    Ashwini Vaishnaw
  • (C)
    Nitin Gadkari
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  • (D)
    Piyush Goyal
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Nitin Gadkari launched the RAJMARG Yatra Portal through the Union Ministry of Road Transport.
Question 25 of 80 General
Which state/UT's police established the "Snow Leopard Squad" to counter anti-terrorism at high altitudes?
  • (A)
    Ladakh
  • (B)
    Himachal Pradesh
  • (C)
    Jammu & Kashmir
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Uttarakhand
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Snow Leopard Squad was made by the J&K Police.
Question 26 of 80 General
A scheme providing financial support of ₹1500/month to 21-40 aged youth who passed secondary school is being launched by which state from 1st Apr 2026?
  • (A)
    Odisha
  • (B)
    West Bengal
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Jharkhand
  • (D)
    Bihar
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
West Bengal is launching this financial support scheme for youth.
Question 27 of 80 General
"Bhavantar Yojna", a scheme for crops like Mustard (Sarso), belongs to which state?
  • (A)
    Haryana
  • (B)
    Rajasthan
  • (C)
    Madhya Pradesh
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Punjab
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Bhavantar Yojna is an agricultural scheme in Madhya Pradesh.
Question 28 of 80 General
Where is the 3-day North East Spring Festival 2026 being organized?
  • (A)
    Guwahati, Assam
  • (B)
    Shillong, Meghalaya
  • (C)
    Dimapur, Nagaland
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Imphal, Manipur
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The North East Spring Festival 2026 is scheduled in Dimapur, Nagaland.
Question 29 of 80 General
The "ZERO-PRIZE" is an award associated with which cause?
  • (A)
    Zero Hunger
  • (B)
    Pollution Reduction
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  • (C)
    Zero Carbon Emission
  • (D)
    Wildlife Conservation
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The ZERO-PRIZE is an award for Pollution Reduction.
Question 30 of 80 General
What is the theme for National Science Day (28th February) recognizing the C.V. Raman effect?
  • (A)
    Global Science for Global Wellbeing
  • (B)
    Women in Science Catalyst Viksit Bharat
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  • (C)
    Future of STI: Impacts on Education
  • (D)
    Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The theme is "Women in science catalyst viksit Bharat."
Question 31 of 80 General
Which day is observed on the 28th of February (or the last day of February)?
  • (A)
    World Wetlands Day
  • (B)
    Rare Disease Day
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  • (C)
    World Cancer Day
  • (D)
    World Hearing Day
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Rare Disease Day is observed on 28th February or the last day of February.
Question 32 of 80 General
Which Indian city surpassed China to enter the Guinness World Records by planting approximately 2.51 lakh saplings in one hour?
  • (A)
    Indore
  • (B)
    Varanasi
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  • (C)
    Surat
  • (D)
    Ayodhya
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Varanasi surpassed China and entered the Guinness World Records by planting approximately 2.51 lakh saplings in just 1 hour.
Question 33 of 80 General
Where is India's first dedicated Quantum and AI University campus being set up?
  • (A)
    Hyderabad, Telangana
  • (B)
    Amravati, Andhra Pradesh
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Bengaluru, Karnataka
  • (D)
    Pune, Maharashtra
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
India's first dedicated Quantum and AI university campus is being established in Amravati, Andhra Pradesh.
Question 34 of 80 General
Which Indian state launched the first "State Innovation Mission"?
  • (A)
    Kerala
  • (B)
    Tripura
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Assam
  • (D)
    Gujarat
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Tripura became the first state in India to launch its own "State Innovation Mission."
Question 35 of 80 General
Which state exported 1.2 metric tonnes of Karbi-Anglong ginger, grown in the Singhasan Hills, to London?
  • (A)
    Meghalaya
  • (B)
    Assam
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Nagaland
  • (D)
    Sikkim
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Assam exported 1.2 metric tonnes of Karbi-Anglong ginger to London, which is primarily grown in the Singhasan Hills of the Karbi-Anglong district.
Question 36 of 80 General
Where did Tamil Nadu launch its first Dark Sky Park?
  • (A)
    Nilgiri Hills
  • (B)
    Kolli Hills
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Anamalai Hills
  • (D)
    Palani Hills
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Tamil Nadu launched its first Dark Sky Park in Kolli Hills, specifically located at the Ayur Shola Reserve Forest in the Namakkal district.
Question 37 of 80 General
The 2nd edition of the Indian Bison Festival was celebrated at which wildlife sanctuary?
  • (A)
    Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary
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  • (C)
    Bhitarkanika National Park
  • (C)
    Similipal National Park
  • (D)
    Chilika Wildlife Sanctuary
Correct Option: Key (A)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The 2nd edition of the Indian Bison Festival, a two-day fest, was celebrated at the Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha, which is located near the Hirakud Dam.
Question 38 of 80 General
Which state launched "Saksham," India's first AI-driven skill census?
  • (A)
    Karnataka
  • (B)
    Maharashtra
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Gujarat
  • (D)
    Telangana
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
"Saksham," India's first AI-driven skill census for youth aged 18-40, was launched in Mumbai, Maharashtra at RD National College.
Question 39 of 80 General
"Project Hanuman" was launched in which state to stop human-wildlife conflict?
  • (A)
    Madhya Pradesh
  • (B)
    Andhra Pradesh
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Uttarakhand
  • (D)
    Kerala
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Project Hanuman was launched in Andhra Pradesh to stop conflicts between humans and wild animals.
Question 40 of 80 General
Which company launched the "Finsider" mobile app to provide financial services like home loans and insurance?
  • (A)
    Bajaj Finance
  • (B)
    Muthoot Finance
  • (C)
    Jio Finance (Reliance)
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Tata Capital
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The "Finsider" mobile app was launched by Jio Finance (Reliance) to provide various financial services, including home loans, personal loans, and insurance.
Question 41 of 80 General
Who was appointed as the first female Superintendent of Jail in Central Jail, Srinagar?
  • (A)
    Saba Shaw
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  • (B)
    Ruveda Salam
  • (C)
    Nuzhat Ishfaq
  • (D)
    Mehwish Zargar
Correct Option: Key (A)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Saba Shaw became the first woman to be appointed as the Superintendent of Jail at the Central Jail in Srinagar.
Question 42 of 80 General
Who became India's 93rd Chess Grandmaster at the age of 17?
  • (A)
    V. Pranav
  • (B)
    Aarav Dengla
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  • (C)
    Aditya Mittal
  • (D)
    Bharath Subramaniyam
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
17-year-old Aarav Dengla from Mumbai became India's 93rd Chess Grandmaster.
Question 43 of 80 General
Who was the Chief Guest for the Raisina Dialogue 2026 organized in New Delhi?
  • (A)
    Emmanuel Macron (President of France)
  • (B)
    Alexander Stubb (President of Finland)
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    Anthony Albanese (PM of Australia)
  • (D)
    Rishi Sunak (Former PM of UK)
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Alexander Stubb, the President of Finland, was the chief guest for the Raisina Dialogue 2026, which was held from March 5 to March 7 in New Delhi. The theme was "Samskara: Assertion Accommodation Advancement".
Question 44 of 80 General
"Witchak Nakana," recently discovered in Assam, belongs to which species?
  • (A)
    A new species of butterfly
  • (B)
    A subterranean blind fish
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  • (C)
    A rare species of orchid
  • (D)
    A venomous snake
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Witchak Nakana is a subterranean blind fish that was discovered in Assam.
Question 45 of 80 General
Which team won the Ranji Trophy 2025-26, claiming their first title after 67 years?
  • (A)
    Karnataka
  • (B)
    Vidarbha
  • (C)
    Jammu & Kashmir (J&K)
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  • (D)
    Mumbai
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) won the Ranji Trophy 2025-26, defeating the runner-up Karnataka, marking their first win in 67 years.
Question 46 of 80 General
Pakyong Airport, recently recognized as India's 100th airport, has been renamed after whom?
  • (A)
    Nar Bahadur Bhandari
  • (B)
    Trilochan Pokhrel
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  • (C)
    Pawan Kumar Chamling
  • (D)
    Kazi Lhendup Dorjee
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Pakyong Airport in Sikkim, which is India's 100th airport, has been renamed as Trilochan Pokhrel Airport.
Question 47 of 80 General
Which tribe, known for "living without time" and living in the Amazon forest in Brazil, was contacted for the first time in 1986?
  • (A)
    Sentinelese Tribe
  • (B)
    Amondawa Tribe
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  • (C)
    Yanomami Tribe
  • (D)
    Guarani Tribe
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Amondawa Tribe, living in the Amazon forest in Brazil, is known for living without a concept of time and was first contacted in 1986.
Question 48 of 80 General
"Project Mahadev," launched in Maharashtra, is associated with the promotion of which sport?
  • (A)
    Cricket
  • (B)
    Hockey
  • (C)
    Football
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Kabaddi
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Project Mahadev was launched in Maharashtra for football.
Question 49 of 80 General
When is National Safety Day observed in India?
  • (A)
    1st March
  • (B)
    3rd March
  • (C)
    4th March
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  • (D)
    10th March
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
National Safety Day is observed on the 4th of March.
Question 50 of 80 General
What is the theme for National Safety Day mentioned in the notes?
  • (A)
    Safety First, Always
  • (B)
    Engage, Educate & empower people to enhance Safety
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  • (C)
    Zero Harm
  • (D)
    Protect the Environment
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The theme for National Safety Day is "Engage, Educate & empower people to enhance Safety."
Question 51 of 80 General
National Safety Week is observed during which period?
  • (A)
    1st - 7th March
  • (B)
    4th - 10th March
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  • (C)
    10th - 17th March
  • (D)
    15th - 21st March
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
National Safety Week is celebrated from 4th to 10th March.
Question 52 of 80 General
When is the International Day for Disarmament & Non-proliferation Awareness observed?
  • (A)
    3rd March
  • (B)
    4th March
  • (C)
    5th March
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    7th March
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The International Day for Disarmament & Non-proliferation Awareness is observed on the 5th of March.
Question 53 of 80 General
The 10-day festival "Attukal Pongal," dedicated to Goddess Kannaki, is celebrated in which state?
  • (A)
    Tamil Nadu
  • (B)
    Karnataka
  • (C)
    Kerala
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (D)
    Andhra Pradesh
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Attukal Pongal is a 10-day festival celebrated at the Attukal Bhagvathy Temple in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
Question 54 of 80 General
Who is the author of the book "That's a Fire Ant Right there"?
  • (A)
    Jeelani Bano
  • (B)
    Mohammad Khadeer Babu
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  • (C)
    N. Jagannath Das
  • (D)
    Arundhati Roy
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
"That's a Fire Ant Right there" is a book of stories by Telugu writer Mohammad Khadeer Babu.
Question 55 of 80 General
Who has been appointed as the new Director General of Naval Armament at Naval Headquarters, New Delhi, effective from 1st March 2026?
  • (A)
    Krishna Swaminathan
  • (B)
    B.P Singh
    ✓ OFFICIAL KEY
  • (C)
    R. Hari Kumar
  • (D)
    Dinesh K Tripathi
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Shri B.P Singh has been appointed as the new Director General of Naval Armament.
Question 56 of 80 General
The Ministry of Defense signed a contract for Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH MK-III) and VL SR SAM missiles with which company?
  • (A)
    DRDO
  • (B)
    Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
  • (C)
    Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)
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  • (D)
    Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The contract was signed with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL).
Question 57 of 80 General
Which edition of the Raisina Dialogue was organized from 5th to 7th March 2026 in New Delhi?
  • (A)
    9th edition
  • (B)
    10th edition
  • (C)
    11th edition
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  • (D)
    12th edition
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The 11th edition of the Raisina Dialogue was held in 2026.
Question 58 of 80 General
The Raisina Dialogue is organized by the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) in collaboration with which organization?
  • (A)
    NITI Aayog
  • (B)
    Observer Research Foundation (ORF)
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  • (C)
    Policy Research Centre
  • (D)
    Institute for Defence Studies
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
It is organized by the Observer Research Foundation (ORF) and MEA.
Question 59 of 80 General
What is the theme for World Hearing Day as mentioned in the notes?
  • (A)
    Hearing for Life
  • (B)
    Ear care for all
  • (C)
    From communities to classroom: hearing care for all children
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  • (D)
    Hear the future
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The theme is "From communities to classroom: hearing care for all children."
Question 60 of 80 General
Jeelani Bano, who passed away at the age of 90 and received the Padma Shri in 2001, was associated with writing in which language?
  • (A)
    Hindi
  • (B)
    Urdu
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  • (C)
    Telugu
  • (D)
    Odia
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Jeelani Bano was a well-known Urdu writer.
Question 61 of 80 General
Who won the Best Actress award for "The Studio" posthumously?
  • (A)
    Jessie Buckley
  • (B)
    Catherin Hara
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  • (C)
    Meryl Streep
  • (D)
    Emma Stone
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Catherin Hara was awarded the Best Actress award for "The Studio" posthumously.
Question 62 of 80 General
Who won the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) award for outstanding performance by a male actor in a leading role for the movie "Sinners"?
  • (A)
    Cillian Murphy
  • (B)
    Leonardo DiCaprio
  • (C)
    Michael B. Jordan
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  • (D)
    Will Smith
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Michael B. Jordan won the award for "Sinners."
Question 63 of 80 General
Under the "Lakhpati Bitiya Yojna" in Delhi, what amount of financial assistance is provided?
  • (A)
    ₹36,000
  • (B)
    ₹50,000
  • (C)
    ₹56,000
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  • (D)
    ₹1,00,000
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Lakhpati Bitiya Yojna in Delhi provides assistance of ₹56,000.
Question 64 of 80 General
How much financial assistance is provided under the Delhi-Laadli scheme?
  • (A)
    ₹21,000
  • (B)
    ₹36,000
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  • (C)
    ₹51,000
  • (D)
    ₹56,000
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The Delhi-Laadli scheme provides assistance of ₹36,000.
Question 65 of 80 General
Who will take over as the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) from 2026?
  • (A)
    B.P Singh
  • (B)
    R. Hari Kumar
  • (C)
    Krishna Swaminathan
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  • (D)
    Karambir Singh
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Krishna Swaminathan will be the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) from 2026.
Question 66 of 80 General
"Operation Epic Fury" was a joint attack launched by the US and which other country on an Iranian village?
  • (A)
    UK
  • (B)
    France
  • (C)
    Israel
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  • (D)
    Saudi Arabia
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Operation Epic Fury was launched by the US and Israel.
Question 67 of 80 General
The "Lion's Roar" initiative is associated with the extension of the agriculture project between India and which country?
  • (A)
    Russia
  • (B)
    France
  • (C)
    Israel
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  • (D)
    Australia
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Lion's Roar is an initiative for the extension of the Indo-Israel Agriculture project.
Question 68 of 80 General
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated 3 projects to bolster inland waterways on which river in Dibrugarh?
  • (A)
    Ganga
  • (B)
    Yamuna
  • (C)
    Brahmaputra
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  • (D)
    Godavari
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The projects are to bolster inland waterways on the Brahmaputra river in Dibrugarh.
Question 69 of 80 General
Which state government launched "Mission Basundhara 3.0" to ensure land rights for indigenous people?
  • (A)
    West Bengal
  • (B)
    Odisha
  • (C)
    Assam
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  • (D)
    Tripura
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Mission Basundhara 3.0 was launched by the Assam government.
Question 70 of 80 General
At the Wankhede Stadium, a specific stand has been named after which former Indian cricketer?
  • (A)
    Sachin Tendulkar
  • (B)
    Sunil Gavaskar
  • (C)
    Ravi Shastri
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  • (D)
    MS Dhoni
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
A stand at the Wankhede Stadium has been named after Ravi Shastri.
Question 71 of 80 General
Gate No. 5 of the Wankhede Stadium has been named after which personality?
  • (A)
    Eknath Solkar
  • (B)
    Dilip Sardesai
  • (C)
    Diana Edulji
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  • (D)
    Vinoo Mankad
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Gate No. 5 is named after Diana Edulji.
Question 72 of 80 General
According to the notes, who is India's 92nd Chess Grandmaster?
  • (A)
    Aarav Dengla
  • (B)
    V. Pranav
  • (C)
    Aaryan Varshney
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  • (D)
    Gukesh D
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Aaryan Varshney is listed as the 92nd Chess Grandmaster, while Aarav Dengla is the 93rd.
Question 73 of 80 General
World Seagrass Day is celebrated on which date?
  • (A)
    28th February
  • (B)
    1st March
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  • (C)
    3rd March
  • (D)
    4th March
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
World Seagrass Day is celebrated on 1st March.
Question 74 of 80 General
With which organization did MeitY sign an MoU for skill development and education training?
  • (A)
    NASSCOM
  • (B)
    C-DAC
  • (C)
    NIELIT
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  • (D)
    AICTE
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
MeitY signed an MoU with NIELIT for skill development.
Question 75 of 80 General
Gate No. 3 of the Wankhede Stadium is named after whom?
  • (A)
    Eknath Solkar
  • (B)
    Dilip Sardesai
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  • (C)
    Ravi Shastri
  • (D)
    Diana Edulji
Correct Option: Key (B)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Gate No. 3 is named after Dilip Sardesai.
Question 76 of 80 General
Gate No. 6 of the Wankhede Stadium is named after whom?
  • (A)
    Eknath Solkar
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  • (B)
    Dilip Sardesai
  • (C)
    Ravi Shastri
  • (D)
    Diana Edulji
Correct Option: Key (A)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Gate No. 6 is named after Eknath Solkar.
Question 77 of 80 General
Jessie Buckley won the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) award for outstanding performance by a female actor in a leading role for which movie?
  • (A)
    The Studio
  • (B)
    Sinners
  • (C)
    Hamnet
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  • (D)
    Poor Things
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Jessie Buckley won the award for the movie "Hamnet".
Question 78 of 80 General
On which date will the First Total Lunar Eclipse of the year 2026 take place?
  • (A)
    28th February 2026
  • (B)
    1st March 2026
  • (C)
    3rd March 2026
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  • (D)
    10th March 2026
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
The first total lunar eclipse of the year will take place on 3rd March 2026.
Question 79 of 80 General
In which district of Assam were land allotment certificates formally distributed under Mission Basundhara 3.0?
  • (A)
    Kamrup
  • (B)
    Dibrugarh
  • (C)
    Sonitpur
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  • (D)
    Karbi Anglong
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
Land allotment certificates were formally distributed across the Sonitpur district.
Question 80 of 80 General
The "Dol Jatra Mahotsav" is celebrated in which Indian state?
  • (A)
    Assam
  • (B)
    Odisha
  • (C)
    West Bengal
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  • (D)
    Tripura
Correct Option: Key (C)
💡 Detailed Step-by-Step Explanation:
As per the notes, Dol Jatra Mahotsav is celebrated in West Bengal.

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