participated in the Critical Minerals Ministerial Meeting primarily to secure supplies of:
A. Uranium
B. Lithium and rare earths
C. Coal
D. Iron ore
Answer: B
Explanation: The meeting focuses on critical minerals essential for clean energy and technology supply chains.
20. Agni-III successfully test-fired in February 2026 is classified as a:
A. Short-range missile
B. Cruise missile
C. Intermediate-range ballistic missile
D. Anti-satellite weapon
Answer: C
Explanation: Agni-III is an intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) reinforcing India’s strategic deterrence.
21. The Agni-III test took place at:
A. Pokhran
B. Sriharikota
C. ITR Chandipur
D. Balasore Airbase
Answer: C
Explanation: The missile was launched from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, Odisha .
22. The ₹3,500-crore seaplane order placed by Apogee Aerospace involves procurement of:
A. Fighter jets
B. Amphibian aircraft
C. Cargo helicopters
D. Surveillance drones
Answer: B
Explanation: The order includes 15 amphibian aircraft , useful for coastal connectivity and surveillance.
23. The Indian Coast Guard celebrated which milestone on 1 February 2026?
A. 25th Raising Day
B. 40th Raising Day
C. 50th Raising Day
D. 75th Raising Day
Answer: C
Explanation: The ICG marked 50 years of maritime security and search-and-rescue operations.
24. Toyota Motor Corporation appointed which executive as President & CEO (effective April 2026)?
A. Koji Sato
B. Akio Toyoda
C. Kenta Kon
D. Masahiko Maeda
Answer: C
Explanation: Kenta Kon , previously CFO, was elevated to lead the company.
25. The primary objective of PMAY-U 2.0 aligns with which broader policy goal?
A. Export promotion
B. Housing for All and urban inclusion
C. Rural electrification
D. Industrial corridor development
Answer: B
Explanation: PMAY-Urban 2.0 directly targets affordable housing, urban poverty reduction, and inclusive urbanisation .
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