26 February 2025 Current Affairs

26 February 2025 Current Affairs With Static GK Top 15MCQs

  1. Which IIT institute has recently hosted Asia’s first global Hyperloop competition?

A. IIT Madras
B. IIT Bombay
C. IIT Guwahati
D. IIT Delhi

✅ Answer: A (IIT Madras)

Explanation:
IIT Madras hosted Asia’s first global Hyperloop competition to promote high-speed transportation technology. Hyperloop is a futuristic transportation system that uses magnetic levitation inside a tube.


  1. Recently, the Parliament of Vietnam has approved an 8 billion dollar rail link with which country?

A. America
B. China
C. Iran
D. Bangladesh

✅ Answer: B (China)

Explanation:
This rail link project between Vietnam and China aims to boost trade and transportation between the two countries. It will help strengthen Vietnam’s economy.


  1. Recently, RBI has imposed a monetary penalty of how many lakh rupees on Citibank?

A. 25 lakh rupees
B. 30 lakh rupees
C. 39 lakh rupees
D. 42 lakh rupees

✅ Answer: C (39 lakh rupees)

Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a fine of 39 lakh rupees on Citibank for violating regulatory norms. This action was taken to ensure compliance with banking regulations.


  1. Recently, which state government has presented the first green budget?

A. Rajasthan
B. Haryana
C. Punjab
D. Madhya Pradesh

✅ Answer: A (Rajasthan)

Explanation:
The Rajasthan government presented its first “Green Budget,” focusing on environmental sustainability. It includes various schemes to promote climate change initiatives and renewable energy.


  1. Recently, which ministry has classified barite, feldspar, mica, and quartz as major minerals?

A. Home Ministry
B. Ministry of Mines
C. Ministry of Defense
D. Ministry of Finance

✅ Answer: B (Ministry of Mines)

Explanation:
The Ministry of Mines of India has classified these minerals as major minerals, which will promote their mining and trade.


  1. Who has recently inaugurated the first SOUL conference in Delhi?

A. President Draupadi Murmu
B. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C. Home Minister Amit Shah
D. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh

✅ Answer: B (Prime Minister Narendra Modi)

Explanation:
The SOUL (Science of Understanding Life) conference aims to understand and strengthen the connection between science, spirituality, and society.


  1. Recently, on which date was ‘World Social Justice Day’ celebrated?

A. 17 February
B. 18 February
C. 19 February
D. 20 February

✅ Answer: D (20 February)

Explanation:
The United Nations General Assembly declared February 20 as ‘World Social Justice Day’ in 2007. The day aims to promote social justice and eliminate inequality.


  1. Recently, which country has become the second country in the world after China to implement a digital licensing system?

A. India
B. America
C. Africa
D. Azerbaijan

✅ Answer: A (India)

Explanation:
The Indian government has initiated the process of issuing various licenses and permits digitally, enhancing transparency and efficiency in administrative processes.


  1. Recently, the Supreme Court Collegium has approved the appointment of how many permanent judges in the Bombay High Court?

A. Two
B. Three
C. Four
D. Five

✅ Answer: B (Three)

Explanation:
The Supreme Court Collegium has approved the appointment of three new permanent judges in the Bombay High Court.


  1. Where was the first All India Conference of Transgenders organized recently?

A. Agra
B. Ajmer
C. Jaipur
D. Jodhpur

✅ Answer: B (Ajmer)

Explanation:
The first All India Transgender Conference was held in Ajmer to discuss the rights and social inclusion of the transgender community.


  1. Recently, which state government has imposed a complete ban on the production, distribution, sale, and storage of gutkha and pan masala containing nicotine and tobacco?

A. Jharkhand
B. Assam
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Madhya Pradesh

✅ Answer: A (Jharkhand)

Explanation:
The Jharkhand government has imposed a complete ban on tobacco and nicotine-based products considering public health concerns.


  1. Recently, under which article of the Constitution, has President’s rule been imposed in Manipur?

A. Article 22
B. Article 208
C. Article 350
D. Article 356

✅ Answer: D (Article 356)

Explanation:
Under Article 356, when a state fails to comply with constitutional governance, the central government can impose President’s rule.


  1. According to the Lancet study, by how much percent has the suicide death rate in India decreased in three decades?

A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 40%
D. 50%

✅ Answer: B (30%)

Explanation:
According to the Lancet study, the decrease in suicide rates is due to increased mental health awareness and effective government policies.


  1. Which edition of the Khajuraho Dance Festival has been organized recently?

A. 50th
B. 51st
C. 52nd
D. 53rd

✅ Answer: B (51st)

Explanation:
The 51st Khajuraho Dance Festival was held in Madhya Pradesh, known for promoting Indian classical dance forms.


  1. Recently, which state has started a pilot study of hemp cultivation for medicinal and industrial use?

A. Bihar
B. Kerala
C. Uttarakhand
D. Himachal Pradesh

✅ Answer: D (Himachal Pradesh)

Explanation:
The Himachal Pradesh government has launched a pilot project for hemp cultivation for medicinal and industrial purposes, promoting pharmaceutical research.

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