41. Russia plans to build a nuclear power plant by 2036 on the:
A) International Space Station
B) Mars
C) Moon
D) Lunar Gateway
Answer
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Russia announced plans for a nuclear power plant on the Moon to support lunar missions.
42. In December 2025, the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) officially declared which state as India’s newest Tiger State?
A) Gujarat
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Assam
D) West Bengal
Answer
The NTCA officially declared Gujarat as India’s newest Tiger State after 33 years of conservation efforts. Tigers are found in 20 states of India. Dholpur-Karauli Tiger Reserve of Rajasthan is 54th tiger reserve of India.
Top Tiger State of India by Population (2022 Census)
- Madhya Pradesh: 785 tigers
- Karnataka: 563 tigers
- Uttarakhand: 560 tigers
- Maharashtra: 444 tigers
43. What is the name of the new UPI app launched by Canara Bank for fast and secure digital payments?
A) Canara DigiPay
B) Canara UPI Connect
C) Canara ai1Pe
D) Canara BharatPay
44. According to the source, which country formally handed over the rotating BRICS presidency to India for the year 2026?
A) South Africa
B) China
C) Russia
D) Brazil
Answer
Brazil formally handed over the rotating BRICS presidency to India, effective from January 1, 2026