& preventive medicine .
8. The discovery of Contarinia icardiflores is relevant for examinations under:
A. Space biology
B. Agricultural pest management
C. Marine biodiversity
D. Climate modelling
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
Blossom midges often impact crops → important for agriculture & biodiversity sections .
9. Which statement correctly distinguishes Asset Monetisation from Privatisation?
A. Both involve ownership transfer
B. Monetisation retains ownership, privatisation transfers ownership
C. Privatisation retains ownership
D. No functional difference
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
Asset monetisation = leasing / revenue rights without selling assets .
Privatisation = ownership transfer .
10. The BAFTA Awards are associated with:
A. Scientific innovation
B. International cinema & television
C. Sports achievements
D. Literary excellence
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
BAFTA = British Academy of Film and Television Arts , frequently tested in Prelims.
11. The Women’s Asia Cup Rising Stars title reflects achievements in:
A. Football
B. Cricket
C. Hockey
D. Badminton
✅ Answer: B
12. Asha Sharma’s appointment as CEO of Microsoft Gaming highlights trends in:
A. Central banking reforms
B. Corporate leadership & global tech industry
C. Defence diplomacy
D. Startup regulation
✅ Answer: B
13. Holashtak is culturally associated with:
A. Diwali rituals
B. Navratri fasting
C. Pre-Holi traditional observance
D. Harvest festival
✅ Answer: C
Explanation:
Marks an 8-day pre-Holi period , often tested in cultural static GK.
14. Which theme best links Smartphone Installed Base & Digital Economy Growth?
A. Monetary contraction
B. Digital service penetration & platform expansion
C. Fiscal deficit reduction
D. Export substitution
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
Higher smartphone penetration → boosts UPI, e-commerce, DPI adoption, fintech growth .
15. Cooperative Federalism is best illustrated by:
A. RBI monetary policy decisions
B. India–Brazil TKDL cooperation
C. PRAHAR strategy
D. Asset monetisation policy
✅ Answer: B
Explanation:
Represents international cooperation & knowledge-sharing governance .
Month: Current Affairs - February 25, 2026
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