1. Tapanuli orangutan, that was recently seen in news, is found in which country?
[A] Malaysia
[B] Indonesia
[C] Philippines
[D] Thailand
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Correct Answer: B [Indonesia ]
Notes:
A recent cyclone in Sumatra, Indonesia, killed about 58 Tapanuli orangutans, nearly 7% of their total population. The Tapanuli orangutan (Pongo tapanuliensis) is a species of orangutan found only on Sumatra Island. It is one of the three known species of orangutans, along with the Sumatran orangutan and Bornean orangutan. They inhabit tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests south of Lake Toba. According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature, their conservation status is Critically Endangered.
2. India’s first 8-lane tunnel is being built beneath which tiger reserve?
[A] Sariska Tiger Reserve
[B] Ranthambore Tiger Reserve
[C] Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve
[D] Bandipur Tiger Reserve
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Correct Answer: C [Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve]
Notes:
India’s first 8-lane tunnel is set to open beneath the Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve. Mukundra Hills Tiger Reserve is located in Rajasthan. The reserve is also known as Darrah Wildlife Sanctuary. It lies in a valley formed by two parallel mountain ranges: Mukundra and Gargola.
3. Tetanus, which was recently reported to be resurging in the US, is caused by which agent?
[A] Bacteria
[B] Virus
[C] Fungus
[D] Protozoa
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Correct Answer: A [Bacteria]
Notes:
Tetanus, once considered nearly eradicated, is resurging in the United States. Tetanus is a serious bacterial infection that affects the nervous system and is also known as lockjaw. The bacteria usually enter the body through open wounds or cuts. Tetanus bacteria are commonly found in soil, manure, and the human intestine. The disease is not transmitted from person to person. There is no cure for tetanus; treatment mainly focuses on managing symptoms and complications. Recovery from tetanus does not provide natural immunity, so a person can be infected again. Tetanus is completely preventable through vaccination.
4. Prime Minister Narendra Modi was recently conferred with “The Order of the White Double Cross, First Class” by which country?
[A] Poland
[B] Slovakia
[C] Hungary
[D] Czech Republic
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Correct Answer: B [Slovakia]
Notes:
Narendra Modi was conferred with The Order of the White Double Cross, First Class, the highest national honour of Slovakia. The award was presented by Peter Pellegrini. This is Prime Minister Modi’s 33rd international award. The honour recognizes his visionary leadership and contribution to strengthening India–Slovakia bilateral relations. The award is Slovakia’s highest state decoration for outstanding contributions to state-building and international relations.
5. The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 has been launched by which ministry?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
[C] Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
[D] Ministry of Home Affairs
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports]
Notes:
The Viksit Bharat Youth Parliament 2026 has been launched in New Delhi by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The initiative aims to engage youth in democratic processes, governance, and parliamentary discussions. The programme is being conducted in three stages: District Round, State Round, and National Round. It seeks to encourage young citizens to contribute towards the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
