1
What was the primary reason cited by the Assam Government for conducting HSLC and HS exams exclusively in government schools in 2026?
Explanation:
The government stated that it has limited authority over private teachers and institutions; relying entirely on government teachers ensures fairness and direct administrative control in case of malpractices.
2
Which district in Assam recorded the highest number of HSLC candidates for the 2026 board exams?
Explanation:
According to ASSEB data, Barpeta district had the highest HSLC candidate count at 28,920.
3
The HDFC Bank Tech & Digital Factory inaugurated in Assam is a direct outcome of which investment summit?
Explanation:
The inauguration was a key outcome of the MoUs signed during Advantage Assam 2.0.
4
What is the name of the primitive coal mining method that caused a fatal blast in Meghalaya involving narrow horizontal tunnels?
Explanation:
Rat-hole mining involves digging narrow tunnels where workers crawl inside.
5
Which Constitutional provision complicates the enforcement of the mining ban in Meghalaya by giving control to Autonomous District Councils?
Explanation:
The Sixth Schedule provides autonomy to tribal district councils.
6
Who is the Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission?
Explanation:
Arvind Panagariya chairs the 16th Finance Commission.
7
What is the vertical tax devolution share recommended?
Explanation:
The share remains 41%.
8
Which new criterion was added for horizontal devolution?
Explanation:
Contribution to GDP added.
9
What is the revised tariff rate on Indian goods exported to US?
Explanation:
Tariff revised to 18%.
10
What is the India-US trade target by 2030?
Explanation:
Target is $500 billion.
11
Which agricultural products were excluded from tariff concessions?
Explanation:
Staples protected.
12
What did the Supreme Court recognize as fundamental right?
Explanation:
Recognized under Article 21.
13
What facilities mandated for schools?
Explanation:
All mandated.
14
Code on Wages consolidates how many laws?
Explanation:
Consolidates 4 laws.
15
Who sets National Floor Wage?
Explanation:
Central Govt sets it.
16
Fiscal deficit target for 2026-27?
Explanation:
Target is 4.3%.
17
Biopharma SHAKTI outlay?
Explanation:
₹10000 cr allocated.
18
New Income Tax Act effective date?
Explanation:
Effective April 1, 2026.
19
DRDO propulsion tested?
Explanation:
SFDR propulsion tested.
20
Missile speed range?
Explanation:
Mach 2–3.8 achieved.