Current Affairs
1. The Picasso raffle organized in France was primarily aimed at:
A) Promoting modern art
B) Funding Alzheimer’s research
C) Supporting museums
D) Tourism promotion
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Answer: B) Funding Alzheimer’s research
Explanation:
The raffle involved a Picasso painting worth $1 million.
Tickets were sold for €100 each to raise funds.
The proceeds were directed towards Alzheimer’s research initiatives.
Related Info:
Alzheimer’s is a neurodegenerative disease affecting memory.
Such charity raffles help combine art with social causes.
2. Who was set to become the new Chief Minister of Bihar?
A) Nitish Kumar
B) Tejashwi Yadav
C) Samrat Choudhary
D) Chirag Paswan
Answer: C) Samrat Choudhary
Explanation:
Nitish Kumar resigned from the CM post.
BJP decided to form the government in Bihar.
Samrat Choudhary was chosen as the new CM.
Related Info:
Bihar politics often sees coalition shifts.
Deputy CMs were selected from JDU in this arrangement.
3. RuTAG IIT Guwahati primarily works for:
A) Urban infrastructure
B) Rural technology development
C) Space research
D) Defence manufacturing
Answer: B) Rural technology development
Explanation:
RuTAG stands for Rural Technology Action Group.
It develops low-cost technologies for rural areas.
Focus is on improving livelihoods and productivity.
Related Info:
It operates under IIT Guwahati.
Supported by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser.
4. RuTAG IIT Guwahati recently completed how many years of operation?
A) 10 years
B) 15 years
C) 20 years
D) 25 years
Answer: C) 20 years
Explanation:
RuTAG IIT Guwahati was established in 2006.
It completed two decades of rural innovation work.
Celebrations highlighted achievements in Northeast India.
Related Info:
Focus areas include agriculture and rural engineering.
Technologies are designed for affordability and usability.
5. The 135th birth anniversary observed by NFR was of:
A) Mahatma Gandhi
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) B. R. Ambedkar
D) Subhas Chandra Bose
Answer: C) B. R. Ambedkar
Explanation:
Northeast Frontier Railway organized the event.
Tributes were paid to Dr. Ambedkar.
His role in drafting the Constitution was highlighted.
Related Info:
Ambedkar is known as the “Father of Indian Constitution.”
He worked for social justice and equality.
6. The Batabari pond revival project in Tezpur was undertaken by:
A) Tata Group
B) Reliance Foundation
C) Dabur
D) ITC
Answer: C) Dabur
Explanation:
Dabur carried out the pond rejuvenation project.
It was part of its CSR initiative.
The project aimed to improve water security.
Related Info:
CSR = Corporate Social Responsibility.
Water conservation projects are key CSR activities in India.
7. The Batabari pond project benefits approximately how many people?
A) 500
B) 900
C) 1300
D) 2000
Answer: C) 1300
Explanation:
The project directly impacts local communities.
It improves irrigation and water availability.
Around 1,300 residents benefit from the initiative.
Related Info:
Such projects enhance climate resilience.
They reduce dependency on external water sources.
8. The Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award is associated with:
A) Sports excellence
B) Indian philosophy and culture
C) Scientific innovation
D) Defence services
Answer: B) Indian philosophy and culture
Explanation:
The award honours contributions to Indian knowledge systems.
It is named after Kalicharan Brahma.
Focus is on education, culture, and social upliftment.
Related Info:
Kalicharan Brahma was a Bodo social reformer.
The award promotes regional cultural heritage.
9. The Gurudev Kalicharan Brahma Award 2026 will be conferred in which district?
A) Kamrup
B) Dibrugarh
C) Kokrajhar
D) Jorhat
Answer: C) Kokrajhar
Explanation:
The announcement was made in Kokrajhar.
The award ceremony aligns with Brahma’s birth anniversary.
It is a significant event in the Bodoland region.
Related Info:
Kokrajhar is part of the Bodoland Territorial Region (BTR).
It is a cultural hub for the Bodo community.
10. The Pope’s visit to Cameroon was mainly to:
A) Promote tourism
B) Strengthen trade ties
C) Deliver a message of peace
D) Attend a political summit
Answer: C) Deliver a message of peace
Explanation:
The Pope visited a conflict-affected region.
The aim was to address separatist violence.
He emphasized peace and interfaith harmony.
Related Info:
Cameroon faces Anglophone separatist conflict.
Thousands have been displaced due to violence.
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