MCQs 2026

The Agni-VI, with its potential for multiple warheads and extended range, significantly bolsters India's second-strike capability, a key element of nuclear deterrence.

While digital payments are encouraged, there are no government mandates requiring ALL transactions to be digital. The surge is driven by convenience, online shopping, and trust, not by a universal digital mandate.

Merchants and payment platforms often roll out attractive discounts, cashback offers, and loyalty programs during the festive season to encourage digital transactions, driving the surge.

UPI has consistently shown robust growth and is the dominant platform for retail digital payments in India, experiencing a significant surge during festive periods due to its ease of use and widespread adoption.

'Upside risks to food prices' implies that factors such as adverse weather patterns, pest attacks, or logistical issues could lead to higher-than-expected food inflation.

The Repo Rate is the primary tool used by the RBI to manage liquidity and signal its monetary policy stance. Adjustments to the repo rate directly influence borrowing costs and inflation expectations.

The RBI's cautious stance in late 2026 is primarily driven by concerns over persistent core inflation and potential upward pressures on food prices, which could derail disinflation efforts.

A4P+ focuses on seven priority areas to accelerate A4P implementation, including strengthening the safety and security of peacekeepers, improving performance and accountability, and enhancing strategic communications.

A recurring challenge for UN Peacekeeping is the lack of robust political solutions to underlying conflicts, leading to complex and often unrealistic mandates for peacekeepers, hindering their effectiveness.

The 'Action for Peacekeeping (A4P)' initiative, launched by Secretary-General António Guterres in 2018, aims to renew political commitment to UN peacekeeping operations and make them more effective and safer.