Showing questions for February 09, 2026
- Total: 14 questions
Question 6 Feb 09, 2026
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What traditional folk music form, associated with the festive period from Vasant Panchami to Holi, was celebrated at a festival in Andaman and Nicobar Islands?
PhaagPhaag is a traditional folk music form brought to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands prior to 1900 that narrates tales from the Ramayana, Mahabharata, and Krishna Leela. The administration organized a special festival to revive and preserve this rare folk tradition that was gradually fading from public memory. The music is closely associated with the festive period spanning from Vasant Panchami to Holi celebrations in the islands. Officials described the islands as 'mini India' showcasing diverse cultural traditions deserving protection and promotion. The festival aimed to provide both residents and tourists an authentic glimpse into the islands' living cultural legacy while recognizing original Phaag traditions dating back to pre-independence times.
Question 7 Feb 09, 2026
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Which Union Minister described Budget 2026-27 as a 25-year 'vision document' that would guide India's development trajectory until 2047?
Manohar Lal KhattarUnion Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, who handles portfolios of power, housing and urban affairs, characterized Budget 2026-27 as a comprehensive 25-year vision document rather than merely an annual financial statement. He explained that the budget was framed around three key focus areas: strengthening India's global economic position to become the third-largest economy surpassing Germany, infrastructure development and industrial expansion for employment generation, and inclusive growth supporting deserving sections including the poor, women and underprivileged. Khattar highlighted that exemption of customs duty on rare minerals would particularly boost Chhattisgarh's mining and industrial sectors. He also noted the budget incorporated recommendations of the 16th Finance Commission to provide development direction for the next five years while presenting a clear roadmap for a developed India by 2047.
Question 8 Feb 09, 2026
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What initiative did Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma highlight as ensuring welfare schemes reach farmers, laborers, and livestock-rearers even in remote areas?
Gram Utthan campsRajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma emphasized 'Gram Utthan Shivir' (village development camps) being organized across Rajasthan to ensure government welfare schemes effectively reach beneficiaries at the grassroots level. These camps specifically target farmers, laborers, livestock-rearers, and residents of the most remote villages who might otherwise miss out on government benefits. The initiative helps in smooth implementation of schemes related to dairy development, solar energy adoption, and rural infrastructure projects. During one such camp in Bahala village of Alwar district, Sharma inaugurated development projects worth over ₹152 crore covering education, health, energy, infrastructure and civic amenities. The CM stated that villages form the soul of the country and the state government was working in line with Prime Minister Modi's vision of self-reliant and empowered villages through these direct outreach programs.
Question 9 Feb 09, 2026
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Which organization condemned the alleged misuse of Mahatma Gandhi's image in political advertisements published by both Congress and BJP in Karnataka?
Karnataka Gandhi Smaraka NidhiThe Karnataka Gandhi Smaraka Nidhi (KGSN), led by President Wooday P Krishna and Honorary Secretary MC Narendra, issued a strong condemnation against political parties using Mahatma Gandhi's image in derogatory advertisements. The controversy began when the Congress-led Karnataka government published an advertisement on February 3 showing Gandhi admonishing 'Sangh-Appa' for scrapping MGNREGA, followed by BJP's retaliatory advertisement on February 7 depicting Gandhi lifting his stick to hit Congress leaders. KGSN expressed serious concern that such portrayals were contrary to Gandhi's philosophy and could mislead the younger generation while damaging the sanctity associated with his legacy. The organization termed these representations as an affront to the Father of the Nation's core ideals and a matter of serious national concern requiring immediate attention to preserve Gandhi's dignified image in public discourse.
Question 10 Feb 09, 2026
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Who scored an unbeaten 84 runs off 49 balls to rescue India from a precarious 77/6 against USA in their T20 World Cup opener?
Suryakumar YadavSuryakumar Yadav played a match-winning innings after India collapsed to 77/6 against USA at Wankhede Stadium. His counter-attacking 84* off 49 balls propelled India to a competitive total of 161/9. This innings was crucial as India eventually won the match by 29 runs after restricting USA to 132/8. Axar Patel later revealed that he and Suryakumar had planned to stick around for 2-3 overs before accelerating since no recognized batter remained. Suryakumar's form had been impressive since the New Zealand series the previous year, and he demonstrated his class in this high-pressure World Cup opener.