1. Which institute has discovered the first known X-ray binary system in the Magellanic Bridge?
[A] Indian Space Research Organisation
[B] Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
[C] Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune
[D] Physical Research Laboratory, Ahmedabad
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Correct Answer: C [Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics, Pune]
Notes:
eROSITA is a space-based X-ray telescope that maps the Universe by detecting X-ray emissions from high-energy celestial objects. Its second public data release contains nearly two million X-ray sources, making it one of the largest X-ray sky maps ever created. A team from the Inter-University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune, discovered the first known X-ray binary system in the Magellanic Bridge. The Magellanic Bridge is a stream of stars and gas connecting the Large and Small Magellanic Clouds. The newly discovered system consists of a white dwarf accreting gas from a giant star, producing bright X-rays.
2. Dhimsa, which recently entered the Guinness World Records, is a traditional tribal folk dance of which state?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Kerala
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: A [Andhra Pradesh ]
Notes:
A massive Dhimsa dance performance at Alluri Sitarama Raju International Airport, Bhogapuram (Andhra Pradesh) entered the Guinness World Records. 13,000 tribal girls from Classes VIII, IX, and X participated in the event. Dhimsa is a traditional tribal folk dance of the Araku Valley in Andhra Pradesh. It symbolises nature, unity, and community life.
3. Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Sikkim
[D] Arunachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: A [Himachal Pradesh ]
Notes:
In a major conservation milestone, the Snow Leopard (Panthera uncia) was photographed for the first time in the Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary. The Snow Leopard, known as the “Ghost of the Mountains,” is an endangered species. Dhauladhar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is home to wildlife such as Himalayan black bear, leopard, musk deer, and rare pheasants. The discovery highlights the sanctuary’s rich Himalayan biodiversity.
4. Tejaswin Shankar won which medal in the men’s decathlon at the Commonwealth Games 2026?
[A] Gold
[B] Silver
[C] Bronze
[D] None of the above
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Correct Answer: C [Bronze ]
Notes:
Tejaswin Shankar won the bronze medal in the men’s decathlon at the Commonwealth Games 2026. He became the first Indian to win a medal in the men’s decathlon at a major international multi-sport event. He is also the first Indian athlete to win Commonwealth Games medals in two different athletics disciplines. Tejaswin had earlier won bronze in men’s high jump at the Birmingham Commonwealth Games 2022. He is the Asian champion in the decathlon and heptathlon. He is India’s national record holder in the decathlon.
5. DSC A24, the fifth and final vessel under the Diving Support Craft (DSC) Project, was recently launched in which state?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Goa
[C] Maharashtra
[D] West Bengal
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Correct Answer: D [West Bengal ]
Notes:
The Indian Navy launched DSC A24, the fifth and final vessel under the Diving Support Craft (DSC) Project. The vessel was launched at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL), Kolkata, West Bengal. The DSCs feature a catamaran-hull design with a displacement of 300–400 tonnes. The vessels are built according to the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Naval Rules. They will enhance the Navy’s diving support, underwater inspection, salvage assistance, and coastal operations.
