Madhya Pradesh State Service Preliminary Exam / Forest Service Preliminary Exam

General Knowledge Questions & Answers – 16 February 2026

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Question 1:

What was the main focus theme of World Hindi Day 2026 celebrations?

• A. Hindi in Education
• B. Hindi: From Traditional Knowledge to Artificial Intelligence
• C. Hindi Only in Literature
• D. Hindi as an Official Language

Correct Answer: B

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Question 2:

The 72nd National Volleyball Tournament was virtually inaugurated in early January 2026 in which state, featuring mascots 'Nandu' and 'Neera'?

• A. Maharashtra
• B. Uttar Pradesh
• C. Punjab
• D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: B

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Question 3:

In early January 2026, India reiterated its long-standing territorial claim over which valley in diplomatic statements?

• A. Aksai Chin
• B. Shaksgam Valley
• C. Siachen Glacier
• D. Arunachal Pradesh region

Correct Answer: B

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Question 4:

Which major women's cricket league began its 2026 season earlier in January 2026?

• A. IPL Women
• B. Women's Premier League (WPL)
• C. Big Bash League Women
• D. The Hundred Women

Correct Answer: B

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Question 5:

In January 2026, which new system related to IED tracking and data management was virtually inaugurated by the Union Home Minister?

• A. National Crime Database
• B. National IED Data Management System (NIDMS)
• C. Cyber Crime Portal
• D. Border Surveillance System

Correct Answer: B

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