1. Amrabad Tiger Reserve is located in which state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Karnataka
[C] Telangana
[D] Madhya Pradesh
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Correct Answer: C [Telangana ]
Notes:
The All-India Tiger Estimation (AITE) 2026 recorded a strong tiger presence in the Amrabad Tiger Reserve. Amrabad Tiger Reserve is located in the Nallamala Hills of the Eastern Ghats in Telangana. It was carved out of the former Nagarjunasagar-Srisailam Tiger Reserve after the bifurcation of Andhra Pradesh in 2014. The reserve is known for its rugged terrain, deep valleys, and dense forests. The Krishna River and its perennial streams flow through the reserve and support the Srisailam and Nagarjunasagar reservoirs.
2. Tetrastichus narayandebnathi, that was recently discovered in West Bengal, belongs to which group of insects?
[A] Butterfly
[B] Beetle
[C] Parasitoid wasp
[D] Dragonfly
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Correct Answer: C [Parasitoid wasp]
Notes:
A new parasitoid wasp species, Tetrastichus narayandebnathi, was discovered in Rajarhat, West Bengal. The species is named in honour of Narayan Debnath, creator of Batul and Nonte-Phonte. It is a gregarious primary parasitoid of tortoise beetle pupae, eventually killing its host. The discovery is only the second record from India of the genus Tetrastichus parasitising the Cassidinae (leaf beetle) subfamily.
3. FP-5 Flamingo long-range missile was developed by which country?
[A] Russia
[B] Ukraine
[C] China
[D] Germany
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Correct Answer: B [Ukraine ]
Notes:
Ukraine recently claimed that its FP-5 Flamingo long-range missiles struck a Russian defence manufacturing facility in the Volgograd region. The FP-5 Flamingo is a domestically developed, ground-launched cruise missile that entered service in 2025. It has a strike range of up to 3,000 km and can carry a combat payload of up to 1,150 kg. The missile is designed for low-altitude flight, enabling it to evade detection and operate even under electronic interference. It uses reusable launchers, making it a cost-effective long-range strike system.
4. Abelardo de la Espriella has been elected as the President of which country?
[A] Belgium
[B] Colombia
[C] Peru
[D] Chile
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Correct Answer: B [Colombia]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Abelardo de la Espriella on his victory in the Colombian presidential election. Colombia is located in northwestern South America and is known as the “Gateway of South America”. It is bordered by Panama, Venezuela, Brazil, Peru, and Ecuador, with coastlines on the Caribbean Sea and the Pacific Ocean. The capital of Colombia is Bogotá.
5. Sitahi Kutki, Nagdaman Kutki and Baigani Arhar, which recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tags, belong to which state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Odisha
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh ]
Notes:
Four traditional tribal crops of Madhya Pradesh have recently received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. The GI-tagged crops are Sitahi Kutki, Nagdaman Kutki, Baigani Arhar, and Chhatriya Dhan. These crops have been traditionally conserved by the Baiga tribe, particularly in the Dindori region. Sitahi Kutki and Nagdaman Kutki are climate-resilient, nutrient-rich minor millet varieties. Baigani Arhar is an organically grown pigeon pea known for its high protein content, sweet taste, and shorter cooking time. Chhatriya Dhan is a traditional aromatic rice variety cultivated in Jabalpur and Katni, valued for its nutrition and local adaptability.
