The Economic Survey 2025–26 was tabled in Parliament by the:
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4%
A. Prime Minister
65%
B. Union Finance Minister
26%
C. Chief Economic Adviser
4%
D. RBI Governor
The Economic Survey is usually presented:
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14%
A. After the Union Budget
68%
B. Before the Union Budget
14%
C. Along with the Union Budget
5%
D. After the Finance Bill is passed
Which of the following best describes the purpose of the Economic Survey?
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5%
A. It authorizes government expenditure.
95%
B. It reviews the previous year’s economic performance and outlines policy outlook.
0%
C. It fixes tax rates for the upcoming year.
0%
D. It is a constitutional requirement under Article 112.
The Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) is appointed by the:
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9%
A. President of India
35%
B. Prime Minister
22%
C. Union Cabinet
35%
D. Ministry of Finance
The Economic Survey is classified as:
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A. A constitutional document
48%
B. A statutory document
40%
C. A policy document
4%
D. A judicial document
Current Affairs (11 Feb 2026) – From PIB / AIR – UPSC Focused
1️⃣ Police Modernisation Scheme
Centre approved fresh financial outlay for Modernisation of State Police Forces (MSPF).
Focus: Mobility, advanced weapons, forensic capacity, cyber-crime units, communication systems.
Objective: Strengthening internal security framework.
UPSC Relevance:
GS II – Governance & Internal Security
Prelims – MSPF scheme features
2️⃣ Expansion of 4G/5G Connectivity
Government reiterated commitment to 4G connectivity in all villages.
Rapid expansion of 5G services across states.
Boost to digital inclusion and rural economy.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Infrastructure, Digital India, Inclusive Growth
Prelims – Telecom reforms
3️⃣ National Productivity Week (12–18 Feb 2026)
Theme: Cluster-based growth for MSMEs.
Emphasis on productivity enhancement & global value chain integration.
Organised by National Productivity Council.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – MSMEs, Industrial Growth
Prelims – Theme-based factual question
4️⃣ Biodiversity Governance Strengthening
Financial support provided to State Biodiversity Boards & UT Councils.
Aim: Strengthen decentralized biodiversity management under Biological Diversity framework.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Environment & Biodiversity
Prelims – Biodiversity governance structure
5️⃣ Revision of Economic Indicators Base Year
GDP & IIP base year revised to 2022–23.
CPI base year revised to 2024.
Objective: Improve accuracy and reflect structural economic changes.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Indian Economy, Inflation, Growth Data
Prelims – Base year concept
6️⃣ Rare Earth & Critical Minerals Focus
Government discussed expansion in rare earth processing & private participation in mining.
Important for electronics, EVs, defence manufacturing.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Mineral Resources, Strategic Sectors
Prelims – Critical minerals list
7️⃣ Space Technology for Development
Emphasis on space-based applications in agriculture, disaster management, navigation & communication.
Strengthening India’s space-governance interface.
1️⃣ Police Modernisation Scheme
Centre approved fresh financial outlay for Modernisation of State Police Forces (MSPF).
Focus: Mobility, advanced weapons, forensic capacity, cyber-crime units, communication systems.
Objective: Strengthening internal security framework.
UPSC Relevance:
GS II – Governance & Internal Security
Prelims – MSPF scheme features
2️⃣ Expansion of 4G/5G Connectivity
Government reiterated commitment to 4G connectivity in all villages.
Rapid expansion of 5G services across states.
Boost to digital inclusion and rural economy.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Infrastructure, Digital India, Inclusive Growth
Prelims – Telecom reforms
3️⃣ National Productivity Week (12–18 Feb 2026)
Theme: Cluster-based growth for MSMEs.
Emphasis on productivity enhancement & global value chain integration.
Organised by National Productivity Council.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – MSMEs, Industrial Growth
Prelims – Theme-based factual question
4️⃣ Biodiversity Governance Strengthening
Financial support provided to State Biodiversity Boards & UT Councils.
Aim: Strengthen decentralized biodiversity management under Biological Diversity framework.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Environment & Biodiversity
Prelims – Biodiversity governance structure
5️⃣ Revision of Economic Indicators Base Year
GDP & IIP base year revised to 2022–23.
CPI base year revised to 2024.
Objective: Improve accuracy and reflect structural economic changes.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Indian Economy, Inflation, Growth Data
Prelims – Base year concept
6️⃣ Rare Earth & Critical Minerals Focus
Government discussed expansion in rare earth processing & private participation in mining.
Important for electronics, EVs, defence manufacturing.
UPSC Relevance:
GS III – Mineral Resources, Strategic Sectors
Prelims – Critical minerals list
7️⃣ Space Technology for Development
Emphasis on space-based applications in agriculture, disaster management, navigation & communication.
Strengthening India’s space-governance interface.
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha can be removed from office by:
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0%
A. The President
73%
B. A resolution passed by a majority of all the then members of Lok Sabha
27%
C. A resolution passed by Parliament with special majority
0%
D. The Prime Minister
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha submits his/her resignation to:
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29%
A. The President
11%
B. The Prime Minister
57%
C. The Deputy Speaker
4%
D. The Chief Justice of India
Which Article of the Constitution deals with the Speaker and Deputy Speaker of Lok Sabha?
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12%
A. Article 63
35%
B. Article 79
42%
C. Article 93
12%
D. Article 110
The Speaker of the Lok Sabha has a casting vote in case of:
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15%
A. Constitutional Amendment Bill
7%
B. No-Confidence Motion
70%
C. Equality of votes
7%
D. Money Bill
Who decides whether a bill is a Money Bill or not?
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10%
A. President
3%
B. Prime Minister
80%
C. Speaker of Lok Sabha
7%
D. Finance Minister
The salary and allowances of the Speaker of the Lok Sabha are charged on:
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78%
A. Consolidated Fund of India
11%
B. Contingency Fund of India
4%
C. Public Account of India
7%
D. Finance Commission Grant
The Speaker continues in office even after the dissolution of Lok Sabha until:
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28%
A. The President appoints a new Speaker
59%
B. The new Lok Sabha elects a Speaker
9%
C. The Prime Minister resigns
3%
D. The Chief Justice administers oath
current affairs (12 Feb 2026)
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1) World Radio Day 2026 – Theme & Significance
• World Radio Day is observed on 13 February each year to commemorate the establishment of United Nations Radio.
• Theme 2026: “Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a tool, not a voice.”
⇒ Highlights how AI is reshaping broadcasting and media — important for GS-3 (Science & Tech in Media).
2) India’s Position in Global AI Index
• India has risen to 3rd place in the global AI vibrancy ranking.
• Strengths: strong data infrastructure, entrepreneurship, favorable demographics and high enterprise adoption of AI tools.
⇒ Reflects India’s digital competitiveness and AI ecosystem growth — relevant for GS-3 (Technology & Economy).
3) National AI Conclave Launch
• A national AI conclave (Bharat Bodhan) was launched focusing on AI in education, skill development and responsible AI adoption.
⇒ Important for understanding government policies on AI skill ecosystem under education and technology reforms (GS-3).
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1) World Radio Day 2026 – Theme & Significance
• World Radio Day is observed on 13 February each year to commemorate the establishment of United Nations Radio.
• Theme 2026: “Radio and Artificial Intelligence: AI is a tool, not a voice.”
⇒ Highlights how AI is reshaping broadcasting and media — important for GS-3 (Science & Tech in Media).
2) India’s Position in Global AI Index
• India has risen to 3rd place in the global AI vibrancy ranking.
• Strengths: strong data infrastructure, entrepreneurship, favorable demographics and high enterprise adoption of AI tools.
⇒ Reflects India’s digital competitiveness and AI ecosystem growth — relevant for GS-3 (Technology & Economy).
3) National AI Conclave Launch
• A national AI conclave (Bharat Bodhan) was launched focusing on AI in education, skill development and responsible AI adoption.
⇒ Important for understanding government policies on AI skill ecosystem under education and technology reforms (GS-3).