Q.1) The CSIR–National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) recently signed an MoU with which organisation to promote science communication and STI policy research?
[a] National Council of Science Museums
[b] Science City of Andhra Pradesh
[c] Vigyan Prasar
[d] Indian National Science Academy
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Answer: [b] Science City of Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
CSIR-NIScPR signed an MoU with SCAP (Amaravati) to strengthen science communication, STI policy research, and public outreach. The non-financial agreement (valid for five years) focuses on joint research, training, and knowledge-sharing to promote evidence-based policymaking and scientific temper, with coordination by designated nodal officers.
Q.2) Utkal Divas, also known as Odisha Foundation Day, is celebrated annually on which date?
[a] 26 January
[b] 1 April
[c] 15 August
[d] 2 October
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Answer: [b] 1 April
Explanation:
Utkal Divas is observed on 1 April to mark the formation of Odisha in 1936 as India’s first linguistic state, carved out of the Bihar and Orissa Province. The movement was led by leaders like Madhusudan Das, Gopabandhu Das, and Fakir Mohan Senapati. The state’s name was officially changed from Orissa to Odisha in 2011.
Q.3) The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2026 introduces which of the following new frameworks to replace the fast-track insolvency process?
[a] Corporate Resolution Mechanism (CRM)
[b] Creditor-led Recovery Framework (CRF)
[c] Creditor-Initiated Insolvency Framework (CRIF)
[d] Insolvency Settlement Mechanism (ISM)
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Answer: [c] Creditor-Initiated Insolvency Framework (CRIF)
Explanation:
The amendment to the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code 2016 replaces the fast-track process with CRIF, enabling out-of-court settlements under a “debtor-in-possession, creditor-in-control” model. It mandates strict timelines—14 days for admission, 30 days for resolution approval, 180 days for liquidation (extendable by 90 days), and 3 months for appeals before National Company Law Appellate Tribunal.
Q.4) The Samrat Samprati Museum, recently inaugurated in Gandhinagar, is primarily associated with which religion?
[a] Buddhism
[b] Jainism
[c] Hinduism
[d] Sikhism
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Answer: [b] Jainism
Explanation:
The Samrat Samprati Museum, inaugurated at Koba Tirth on Mahavir Jayanti 2026, promotes Jain heritage and philosophy of ahimsa. Named after Samrat Samprati, grandson of Ashoka, it houses 2,000+ artefacts across seven wings. Jainism, part of the Śramana tradition (6th century BC), emphasises non-violence, asceticism, and teachings of 24 Tirthankaras.