8–9 March current affairs MCQ

Q7. Which bank launched the YES Essence Women’s Salary Account ?

A. ICICI Bank
B. HDFC Bank
C. Yes Bank
D. Axis Bank

✅ Answer: C. Yes Bank

Explanation:
Yes Bank introduced the YES Essence Women’s Salary Account offering financial benefits and lifestyle services tailored for working women .

Wealth & Economy

Q8. According to the Hurun Rich List 2026 , how many billionaires does India have?

A. 256
B. 308
C. 352
D. 401

✅ Answer: B. 308

Explanation:
India has 308 billionaires , making it the third-largest billionaire population globally , after USA and China .

Sports

Q9. The Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 will be hosted by which state?

A. Jharkhand
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Odisha
D. Madhya Pradesh

✅ Answer: B. Chhattisgarh

Explanation:
The Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 will be hosted by Chhattisgarh to promote sports among tribal communities .

Q10. Which Indian cricketer completed 500 international wickets during the ICC T20 World Cup 2026 semifinal?

A. Mohammed Shami
B. Ravindra Jadeja
C. Jasprit Bumrah
D. Ravichandran Ashwin

✅ Answer: C. Jasprit Bumrah

Explanation:
Indian fast bowler Jasprit Bumrah reached the milestone of 500 international wickets during the T20 World Cup semifinal against England .

Banking & Regulation

Q11. The RBI Responsible Business Conduct Third Amendment Directions 2026 aim to strengthen protection for:

A. Corporate borrowers
B. Retail investors
C. Electronic banking customers
D. Foreign investors

✅ Answer: C. Electronic banking customers

Explanation:
These RBI directions enhance customer protection in electronic banking services , effective 1 July 2026 .

Global Health

Q12. Which country was declared by WHO as having eliminated leprosy as a public health problem ?

A. Peru
B. Chile
C. Argentina
D. Bolivia

✅ Answer: B. Chile

Explanation:
WHO and PAHO confirmed that Chile eliminated leprosy as a public health issue , a major milestone in disease control.

Global Technology Events

Q13. The Mobile World Congress 2026 was held in:

A.