Q.1) Which ministry has unveiled a new logo and mascot named ‘Sankhyiki’ to modernise its institutional identity and strengthen public outreach?
[a] Ministry of Finance
[b] Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
[c] Ministry of Electronics and IT
[d] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
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Answer: [b] Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)
Explanation:
Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has unveiled a new logo and mascot named ‘Sankhyiki’ to modernise its institutional identity and enhance public outreach. The initiative reinforces the importance of official statistics in policy formulation and nation-building, while promoting data-driven governance, transparency, and informed decision-making.
Q.2) Government of India has launched the Land Stack Project Portal, a first-of-its-kind national digital land governance initiative, which is currently being piloted in which locations?
[a] Maharashtra and Karnataka
[b] Chandigarh and Tamil Nadu
[c] Gujarat and Telangana
[d] Delhi and Andhra Pradesh
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Answer: [b] Chandigarh and Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
Government of India has formally launched the Land Stack Project Portal a first-of-its-kind national digital land governance initiative in a hybrid mode. The project is being piloted in the Union Territory of Chandigarh and the state of Tamil Nadu, with dedicated portals launched for both regions. The initiative aims to transform land governance through digital integration, transparency, and improved service delivery in land records management.
Q.3) Which state government has constituted a core committee and task force to create a “digital fortress” for safeguarding its strategic energy infrastructure from cyber-attacks?
[a] Maharashtra
[b] Karnataka
[c] Gujarat
[d] Telangana
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Answer: [c] Gujarat
Explanation:
Gujarat Government has constituted an 11-member core committee and a 19-member task force to strengthen the cybersecurity of the state’s power and energy infrastructure. The initiative aims to protect critical assets against possible cyber-attacks and systemic disruptions, especially in the context of the current geopolitical climate, where the risk of deliberate cyber intrusions has increased. The initiative is being developed as a “digital fortress” to secure Gujarat’s strategic energy network.
Q.4) The Indian Army has declared 2026 as the “Year of Networking & Data Centricity” to enhance which of the following capabilities?
[a] Logistics automation
[b] Battlefield connectivity, real-time decision-making, and combat effectiveness
[c] Cyber warfare training
[d] Equipment indigenisation
Answer: [b] Battlefield connectivity, real-time decision-making, and combat effectiveness
Explanation:
Indian Army has declared 2026 as the “Year of Networking & Data Centricity” to strengthen connectivity, real-time decision-making, combat effectiveness, resilience, and agility, enabling a future-ready force. Earlier, the Army had designated 2024–25 as the “Year of Technology Absorption.” The initiative focuses on transitioning towards data-driven military operations and network-enabled warfare capability.
Q.5) World Braille Day, observed annually on 4 January, aims to raise awareness about what?
[a] Sign language for hearing-impaired
[b] Importance of Braille for communication and human rights of visually impaired
[c] Global literacy initiatives
[d] Disability sports
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Answer: [b] Importance of Braille for communication and human rights of visually impaired
Explanation:
World Braille Day, observed on 4 January, celebrates and raises awareness about Braille as a vital communication tool. It highlights its role in enabling the full realization of human rights for blind and visually impaired individuals, emphasizing inclusion, accessibility, and equal opportunities. The day is introduced by United Nations (UN General Assembly Resolution 2018). Braille System is a tactile writing system invented by Louis Braille (1824, France)
Q.6) National Bird Day 2026 was observed on which date?
[a] 2 January
[b] 3 January
[c] 5 January
[d] 7 January
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Explanation:
National Bird Day 2026 was observed on 5 January. The day is marked by conservationists, environmental organisations, birdwatchers, and nature enthusiasts through awareness campaigns, educational programmes, and community initiatives focused on bird protection and conservation. The observance highlights the importance of protecting bird species and preserving their habitats.
Q.7) International Mind Body Wellness Day is observed annually on which date?
[a] 1 January
[b] 2 January
[c] 3 January
[d] 4 January
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Answer: [c] 3 January
Explanation:
International Mind Body Wellness Day is observed every year on 3 January to highlight the vital connection between mental and physical health. The day encourages people to adopt self-care practices, mindfulness, movement, and healthy lifestyle habits that nurture both mind and body. It draws on ancient holistic healing traditions and modern scientific research showing the deep interconnection between thoughts, emotions, behaviour, and physiology. International Mind Body Wellness Day 2026 continues this focus on promoting comprehensive wellness and balanced living.
Q.8) SpaceX recently launched the third satellite of which constellation belonging to Italy?
[a] COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation
[b] Prisma Earth Observation
[c] Vega Defense Constellation
[d] Galileo Navigation Series
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Answer: [a] COSMO-SkyMed Second Generation
Explanation:
SpaceX has launched the third satellite in Italy’s COSMO-SkyMed Second-Generation (CSG) constellation aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. The satellite is a Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) satellite, owned by the Italian Space Agency (ASI) and the Italian Ministry of Defense. It was built by Thales Alenia Space and is operated by Telespazio, strengthening Italy’s dual-use Earth-observation and defense capabilities.
Q.9) The “SkilltheNation Challenge,” recently launched by the President of India, is a part of which initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE)?
[a] Skill India Digital
[b] SOAR – Skilling for AI Readiness
[c] PM-DAKSH
[d] SANKALP Mission
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Answer: [b] SOAR – Skilling for AI Readiness
Explanation:
President of India launched the “SkilltheNation Challenge” under the SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) initiative of the Ministry of Skill Development & Entrepreneurship (MSDE) at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre. The initiative aims to promote AI-related skilling and future-ready capabilities among India’s workforce, supporting innovation and digital. SOAR Initiative (Skilling for AI Readiness) focuses on AI literacy, digital skills, and emerging technology readiness. It supports future workforce development in AI-driven sectors. It is aligned with Digital India & Skill India Mission
Q.10) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), which recently completed nine years on 1 January 2026, was launched with the primary objective of providing support to which section of beneficiaries?
[a] Elderly women
[b] Pregnant and lactating mothers
[c] Adolescent girls
[d] Working women in organized sector
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Answer: [b] Pregnant and lactating mothers
Explanation:
Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY), a Centrally Sponsored flagship scheme completed nine years on 1 January 2026. Launched on 1 January 2017, the scheme provides financial assistance to pregnant and lactating mothers, especially from socially and economically disadvantaged sections, to improve maternal health, nutrition, and well-being. Nodal Ministry is Ministry of Women & Child Development (MWCD).