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Correct Answer: C. 62.66%

India's defence exports reached an all-time high of ₹38,424 crore in FY2025-26, marking 62.66% growth from FY2024-25. This reflects India's transformation in defence manufacturing driven by Make in India policy reforms and the Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP). India now exports to over 100 countries. The target is ₹50,000 crore in defence exports by FY2028-29.

Correct Answer: A. Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation

Ashwini Bhide was appointed as the first woman Municipal Commissioner of the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) — Mumbai's civic governing body — announced on March 31, 2026, replacing Bhushan Gagrani. BMC is one of India's richest civic bodies managing Mumbai's infrastructure, health, and urban development. Ashwini Bhide is a 1989-batch IAS officer.

Correct Answer: D. 784 provisions in 79 Acts

The Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill 2026 was passed by Lok Sabha on April 1, 2026. It decriminalises minor offences and rationalises outdated laws across 784 provisions in 79 Acts to boost ease of doing business and ease of living. Many criminal offences are converted to civil penalties, removing imprisonment for minor technical violations. It follows the Jan Vishwas Act 2023.

Correct Answer: B. Ladli Scheme

Delhi Government's 'Lakhpati Bitiya Yojana' (notified March 30, 2026) supports girls' education and financial security from birth to higher studies. It replaces the Ladli Scheme that had been running since 2008. The new scheme ensures accumulated financial benefits so girls become financially independent ('Lakhpati') by the time they complete higher education.

Correct Answer: C. Krishna River

Lok Sabha passed a resolution declaring Amaravati as Andhra Pradesh's sole capital, ending years of political debate. Amaravati is on the banks of the Krishna River in Guntur district, AP. The TDP government had originally planned it as the capital while the YSRCP under Jaganmohan Reddy had proposed three capitals. The resolution formally settled the dispute.

Correct Answer: A. Conrad K. Sangma

Meghalaya partnered with Starlink India (announced April 1, 2026) to bring high-speed satellite internet to remote and underserved areas. CM Conrad K. Sangma called it potentially transformative for education, healthcare, and e-governance. Starlink is SpaceX's satellite internet service. Meghalaya's capital is Shillong and it borders Assam and Bangladesh.

Correct Answer: D. Bern

The Aare (Aar) River is Switzerland's National River — the longest river lying entirely within Switzerland (~295 km). It flows through the federal capital Bern before joining the Rhine River. The Aare is famous for its striking turquoise colour and is a major source of hydroelectric power and drinking water for Switzerland.

Correct Answer: B. Universidad de Costa Rica (Clodomiro Picado Institute)

Costa Rica launched a mobile snake identification app developed by the Universidad de Costa Rica's Clodomiro Picado Institute. It provides science-based information to help people safely identify venomous snakes and respond appropriately. Costa Rica has about 23 venomous snake species. The Clodomiro Picado Institute is world-renowned for antivenom research and production.

Correct Answer: C. Tea

Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world after water. Made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, it is enjoyed as black, green, white, and herbal varieties. China is the world's largest tea producer, followed by India. India's famous teas include Darjeeling, Assam, and Nilgiri. The word 'chai' in Hindi comes from the Chinese word 'cha'.

Correct Answer: A. Antarctica

Antarctica is the only continent in the world with no trees. It is the coldest, driest, and windiest continent, with temperatures reaching −89°C and an ice sheet averaging 2.3 km thick. Extreme cold, lack of liquid water, and limited sunlight prevent all vascular plants (including trees) from growing. Only mosses, lichens, and microorganisms can survive there.