Q1. Tulu was recently granted the status of an additional official language in specific districts of which Indian state?

A) Kerala

B) Karnataka

C) Tamil Nadu

D) Andhra Pradesh

Answer: B)

  1. Recently, the Karnataka Cabinet granted Tulu the status of the state’s second additional official language in the coastal districts of Dakshina Kannada and Udupi, recognising the linguistic and cultural importance of the Tulu-speaking region.
  2. Tulu is a Dravidian language mainly spoken in the coastal region of Karnataka and parts of Kerala.
  3. The cultural region associated with Tulu speakers is commonly known as Tulunadu.
  4. Tulu is not included in the Eighth Schedule of the Indian Constitution (which currently contains 22 languages).
  5. The Karnataka Tulu Sahitya Academy works for the promotion and preservation of Tulu language and literature.


Q2. SLINEX-26 is a bilateral maritime exercise conducted between the Indian Navy and which country’s navy?

A) Maldives

B) Sri Lanka

C) Bangladesh

D) Myanmar

Answer: B) 

  1. SLINEX-26 is the 13th edition of the bilateral maritime exercise between the Indian Navy and Sri Lanka Navy, conducted at Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (17–21 September 2026).
  2. The exercise aims to enhance maritime cooperation, interoperability, and mutual understanding between the two navies.
  3. It consists of two phases: Harbour Phase (professional interactions and cultural activities) and Sea Phase (maritime drills and coordination exercises).
  4. Indian Navy platforms include INS Kavaratti and INS Jyoti, while Sri Lanka Navy participates with SLNS Sindurala, aligning with India’s MAHASAGAR vision for the Indian Ocean Region.


Q3. The Northeast’s largest power project, recently in news, is being developed in which Indian state?

A) Assam

B) Sikkim

C) Meghalaya

D) Tripura

Answer: A) 

Explanation:

  1. Subansiri Lower Hydroelectric Project is the Northeast’s largest power project, being developed on the Subansiri River along the Assam–Arunachal Pradesh border by NHPC Limited.
  2. The project has an installed capacity of 2000 MW and is a major hydroelectric power initiative aimed at strengthening renewable energy generation in the Northeast.
  3. It is a run-of-the-river hydroelectric project consisting of 8 units of 250 MW each, designed to improve regional power supply and energy security.
  4. The project is located on the Subansiri River, a major tributary of the Brahmaputra River, and is being executed by NHPC under the Ministry of Power.


Q4. Who announced the formation of an “AI Force” to oversee and promote artificial intelligence development?

A) Narendra Modi

B) Donald Trump

C) Emmanuel Macron

D) Rishi Sunak

Answer: B) 

Explanation:

  1. AI Force is a proposed initiative announced by US President Donald Trump to strengthen the United States’ position in the field of artificial intelligence.
  2. The initiative includes plans to appoint an AI czar and focus on promoting AI growth while addressing challenges related to the technology.
  3. Trump compared the proposed AI Force with the US Space Force, which was established during his first term in office.
  4. The move comes amid global competition in AI development, particularly between the United States and China, with debates over AI regulation and safety.


Q5. Who led the Indian delegation at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) held in New York?

A) Rajnath Singh

B) S. Jaishankar

C) Nirmala Sitharaman

D) Amit Shah

Answer: B)

Explanation:

  1. S. Jaishankar, India’s External Affairs Minister, led the Indian delegation at the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) held in New York, USA.
  2. The session marked the final UNGA session during António Guterres’ tenure as UN Secretary-General, whose second term concludes on 31 December 2026.
  3. The 81st UNGA session is presided over by Khalilur Rahman of Bangladesh, who was elected as the President of the United Nations General Assembly.
  4. The United Nations General Assembly is one of the six principal organs of the UN and consists of representatives from all 193 member states.


Q6. The two-day Devbhoomi Cultural Festival, organised under Operation Sadbhavana, was held in which Indian state?

A) Himachal Pradesh

B) Uttarakhand

C) Jammu and Kashmir

D) Sikkim

Answer: B) 

Explanation:

  1. Devbhoomi Cultural Festival was organised at Badrinath, Uttarakhand, under the Indian Army’s Operation Sadbhavana to promote cultural heritage and community engagement.
  2. The festival showcased local traditions, folk arts, and cultural performances of the Himalayan region, strengthening the connection between armed forces and local communities.
  3. Operation Sadbhavana is a humanitarian initiative of the Indian Army aimed at supporting development, education, healthcare, and community welfare in border areas.
  4. Badrinath is one of the Char Dham pilgrimage sites and is located in the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand.


Q7. Which Indian shooter won two Silver medals at the 2026 Asian Games held in Nagoya, Japan?

A) Manu Bhaker

B) Elavenil Valarivan

C) Sift Kaur Samra

D) Anjum Moudgil

Answer: B)

Explanation:

  1. Elavenil Valarivan secured two Silver medals for India in shooting at the 20th Asian Games 2026 held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
  2. She won Silver in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle individual event and also contributed to India’s Silver medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle team event along with Sonam Maskar and Vidarsa Vinod.
  3. The medals marked India’s strong start in the shooting competition at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games, with both podium finishes coming in the 10m Air Rifle category.
  4. Elavenil Valarivan is an Olympian and Arjuna Award recipient, known for her achievements in international shooting competitions.


Q8. India will host the Asian Senior Wushu Championships for the first time in which year?

A) 2026

B) 2027

C) 2028

D) 2030

Answer: C)

Explanation:

  1. Asian Senior Wushu Championships 2028 will be hosted by India for the first time, marking an important milestone for the country in international wushu events.
  2. The hosting rights for the championship were awarded to India, with the event being conducted under the aegis of the Wushu Federation of Asia (WFA), the continental body for wushu in Asia.
  3. The championship is a major Asian-level wushu competition featuring disciplines such as Taolu (forms) and Sanda (combat).
  4. The global governing body of wushu is the International Wushu Federation (IWUF), which promotes and regulates wushu worldwide.


Q9. The second edition of the India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale (IAADB) 2026 will be held in which city?

A) Jaipur

B) New Delhi

C) Mumbai

D) Kolkata

Answer: B) 

Explanation:

  1. India Art, Architecture and Design Biennale (IAADB) 2026 is the second edition of the biennale, scheduled from 4 December 2026 to 21 March 2027 in New Delhi.
  2. The theme of IAADB 2026 is “Tat Tvam Asi – Reconnecting in an Age of Distraction”, inspired by India’s ancient philosophical traditions and the idea of unity between the individual and the universal consciousness.
  3. The biennale will feature art installations at iconic heritage sites of Delhi, including Purana Qila, Red Fort, Safdarjung Tomb, Qutub Minar, Qila Rai Pithora, and Lodhi Garden.
  4. Organised by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, IAADB aims to promote Indian art, architecture, and design while strengthening cultural diplomacy.


Q10. Who was the first chief of India’s external intelligence agency, Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW)?

A) Vikram Sood

B) Rameshwar Nath Kao

C) K. Sankaran Nair

D) B. N. Mullik

Answer: B) 

Explanation:

  1. Rameshwar Nath Kao was the first chief of the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW), India’s dedicated external intelligence agency established in 1968.
  2. R&AW was created by the Government of India to develop a specialised external intelligence capability, with Kao tasked by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi to build the organisation from scratch.
  3. During the 1971 India–Pakistan War, R&AW played a key role in intelligence gathering and covert operations that contributed to India’s strategic success.
  4. Before leading R&AW, Kao was associated with the Intelligence Bureau and also headed the Aviation Research Centre (ARC), which developed aerial intelligence capabilities.
  5. R&AW completed its 58th year of existence in 2026, having been established in 1968 under the Cabinet Secretariat.