Daily Current Affairs Quiz Questions 12 February 2026 (MCQs)
Welcome to your daily dose of exam-ready intelligence. In the fast-paced world of competitive exams like UPSC, SSC, Banking, and State PSCs, staying updated isn’t just a habit—it’s a strategy. Today’s edition focuses on landmark events from 12 February 2026, ranging from India’s diplomatic triumph as the ‘Country of the Year’ at BIOFACH to the critical integration of AI in agriculture through the ‘Bharat-VISTAAR’ platform.
What makes our coverage unique? We don’t just provide news; we bridge the gap between Current Affairs and Static GK. Every MCQ is paired with a deep-dive explanation and a conceptual link to its subject background—be it Constitutional Articles or historical institutional setups.
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Daily Current Affairs Quiz Questions (MCQs): 12 FEBRUARY 2026
1. International Relations & Global Events
Q1. India has been officially designated as the ‘Country of the Year’ at which international trade fair for organic products, being held in February 2026?
A. Gulfood 2026
B. BIOFACH 2026
C. SIAL Paris 2026
D. Anuga 2026
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, India was conferred the prestigious ‘Country of the Year’ title at BIOFACH 2026 in Nuremberg, Germany. This is the world’s leading trade fair for organic food.
Exam Relevance: This recognition highlights India’s growing dominance in the global organic market and its export potential.
Static GK Linkage: The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) is the nodal agency for promoting organic exports from India. It was established under the APEDA Act, 1985.
Q2. Bangladesh is scheduled to hold its high-stakes national elections in February 2026. This election occurs approximately how many months after the 2024 student uprising?
A. 12 months
B. 18 months
C. 24 months
D. 30 months
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, news reports confirmed that Bangladesh is set to vote 18 months after the historic student-led uprising in 2024, with BNP leader Tarique Rahman emerging as a key contender.
Exam Relevance: Political stability in neighboring countries is a key component of India’s ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy.
Static GK Linkage: India and Bangladesh share the longest land border of any of India’s neighbors, spanning approximately 4,096 kilometers.
2. Indian Polity & Governance
Q3. Which MP recently advocated for the enactment of a ‘Right to Recall’ law in Parliament to strengthen democratic accountability?
A. Raghav Chadha
B. Derek O’Brien
C. Mahua Moitra
D. Sanjay Singh
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, AAP MP Raghav Chadha called for a legal provision allowing voters to remove elected representatives before the end of their term, citing the need for greater accountability.
Exam Relevance: The ‘Right to Recall’ is a significant concept in electoral reforms often discussed in UPSC and State PSC exams.
Static GK Linkage: Currently, the Right to Recall exists in some Indian states at the Panchayati Raj level (e.g., Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh), but not at the Parliamentary or Legislative Assembly level.
Q4. The National Productivity Council (NPC) is celebrating its 68th Foundation Day on 12 February 2026. Under which Ministry does the NPC function?
A. Ministry of Finance
B. Ministry of MSME
C. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
D. Ministry of Skill Development
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: The NPC marks its 68th Foundation Day on 12 February 2026, initiating National Productivity Week (12–18 February) with the theme “Clusters as Growth Engine: Maximizing Productivity in MSMEs.”
Exam Relevance: Important for questions related to industrial bodies and government observances.
Static GK Linkage: The NPC was established in 1958 and functions under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
3. Economy, Banking & Finance
Q5. Major bank unions and central trade unions called for a nationwide strike on 12 February 2026 primarily to oppose which government reform?
A. Privatization of PSUs
B. Four New Labour Codes
C. New Pension Scheme (NPS)
D. GST on Essential Items
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, a 24-hour nationwide strike was observed by unions like AIBEA and CITU to protest the implementation of the four new Labour Codes which replace 29 existing laws.
Exam Relevance: Understanding labour reforms and industrial relations is crucial for Economy and Social Justice papers.
Static GK Linkage: The four Labour Codes are: Code on Wages (2019), Industrial Relations Code (2020), Social Security Code (2020), and Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code (2020).
Q6. According to the Union Budget 2026-27 updates relevant as of 12 February 2026, which new AI-driven digital agriculture platform is proposed to integrate AgriStack and ICAR practices?
A. Kisan Suvidha
B. Bharat-VISTAAR
C. Agri-Kalyan
D. Digital-Kheti
Correct Answer: B Explanation: Current Affairs Context: The “Bharat-VISTAAR” platform was highlighted on 12 February 2026 as a key budget proposal to create a multilingual AI system for farmers.
Exam Relevance: Major digital initiatives in agriculture are high-frequency topics in banking and UPSC exams.
Static GK Linkage: ICAR (Indian Council of Agricultural Research) is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Agriculture, established in 1929.
4. Science, Technology & Space
Q7. What is the theme of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science (IDWGIS) celebrated on 11-12 February 2026?
A. Women in Science Leadership
B. Closing the Gender Gap in AI
C. Synergizing AI, Social Science, STEM and Finance: Building Inclusive Futures
D. Digital Equity for All Women
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: Observed globally on 11 February and continuing into major summits on 12 February, the 2026 theme focuses on the intersection of AI, STEM, and Finance to empower women.
Exam Relevance: Themes of international days are frequently asked in SSC and Teaching exams.
Static GK Linkage: The International Day of Women and Girls in Science was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015.
Q8. Which Indian institute recently signed an MoU with the General Insurance Council to provide cashless treatment facilities under 32 insurance companies? A. AIIMS New Delhi
B. All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA)
C. NIMHANS Bangalore
D. PGIMER Chandigarh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, the AIIA announced a landmark agreement to allow cashless treatment for Ayurvedic procedures, expanding the reach of traditional medicine.
Exam Relevance: Significant for healthcare and AYUSH sector updates.
Static GK Linkage: The Ministry of AYUSH was formed in 2014 to ensure the optimal development and propagation of AYUSH systems of healthcare.
5. Defence & Internal Security
Q9. Which Indian city is hosting the historic maritime convergence of International Fleet Review (IFR) 2026 and Exercise MILAN 2026 in February?
A. Kochi
B. Mumbai
C. Visakhapatnam
D. Chennai
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: As of 12 February 2026, Visakhapatnam is hosting the simultaneous conduct of the IFR 2026 and the multi-nation exercise MILAN 2026.
Exam Relevance: Major naval exercises are a staple in Defence and CDS/NDA exams.
Static GK Linkage: Exercise MILAN started in 1995 and was originally held at the Andaman and Nicobar Command before shifting to Visakhapatnam (Eastern Naval Command).
Q10. The government has notified a 2026 amendment to the re-employment rules for Ex-servicemen to include which specific service for reservation benefits? A. Military Intelligence Service
B. Military Nursing Service (MNS)
C. Border Roads Organization
D. Territorial Army
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, the government notified the Ex-servicemen (Re-employment in Central Civil Services & Posts) Amendment Rules, 2026, to include the Military Nursing Service.
Exam Relevance: Policy changes regarding veteran welfare are relevant for governance and social justice.
Static GK Linkage: The Military Nursing Service was established in 1926 and is an integral part of the Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS).
6. Sports
Q11. Which 21-year-old hockey player led Slovakia to a stunning 4-1 victory over Finland in the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic opener?
A. Juraj Slafkovský
B. Patrik Laine
C. Mikko Rantanen
D. Sebastian Aho
Correct Answer: A
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: In the opening match of the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics on 12 February 2026, Slovakia’s Juraj Slafkovský scored two goals to upset the defending champions.
Exam Relevance: International sporting milestones, especially the Olympics, are critical for general awareness.
Static GK Linkage: The 2026 Winter Olympics (Milano Cortina) are being hosted by Italy across Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Q12. India is scheduled to play which team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup group stage match on 12 February 2026?
A. Oman
B. Italy
C. Namibia
D. Nepal
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Current Affairs Context: According to the tournament schedule, India faces Namibia on 12 February 2026 in a key group-stage fixture of the T20 World Cup.
Exam Relevance: Major cricket tournaments are high-priority for SSC and Banking exams.
Static GK Linkage: The 2026 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup is being co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka.
7. Science, Technology & Environment
Q13. The “India–AI Impact Summit 2026” is guided by three foundational pillars known as “Sutras.” Which of the following is NOT one of these Sutras?
A. People
B. Planet
C. Progress
D. Power
Correct Answer: D
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: Leading up to the summit (16-20 Feb), the Ministry of Electronics and IT highlighted on 12 February 2026 that the summit is built on the three Sutras: People, Planet, and Progress.
Exam Relevance: Significant for IT and Governance-related questions.
Static GK Linkage: India is a founding member of the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI), which it chaired in 2023-24.
Q14. Uttarakhand has announced the imposition of a ‘Green Tax’ starting in 2026 on which category of vehicles?
A. All electric vehicles
B. Commercial vehicles registered within the state
C. Vehicles entering from outside the state
D. Two-wheelers only
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: Reports on 12 February 2026 discussed the implementation details of Uttarakhand’s Green Tax on non-state vehicles to curb pollution in eco-sensitive zones.
Exam Relevance: Environmental policy and state-specific taxes are important for PSC exams.
Static GK Linkage: Green Tax or Pollution Tax is based on the ‘Polluter Pays Principle’, a widely accepted practice in environmental law.
8. Awards, Books & States
Q15. Which state has recently released its final voter list following a ‘Special Summary Revision’, resulting in the removal of over 2.4 lakh names?
A. West Bengal
B. Assam
C. Manipur
D. Kerala
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, the final electoral rolls for Assam were published after a rigorous verification process to ensure the accuracy of the voter list.
Exam Relevance: Important for Polity and North-East regional news.
Static GK Linkage: The superintendence, direction, and control of elections in India are vested in the Election Commission of India under Article 324.
Q16. The SARAS Aajeevika Mela, which began on 12 February 2026 in Gurugram, primarily showcases the products of which group?
A. MSME Startups
B. Lakhpati Didis (Self-Help Groups)
C. Organic Farmers
D. Tribal Artisans
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: The Grand Fair of ‘Lakhpati Didis’—SARAS Aajeevika Mela—opened in Gurugram on 12 February 2026, highlighting rural crafts and women’s economic empowerment.
Exam Relevance: Schemes like Lakhpati Didi are central to current government social welfare questions.
Static GK Linkage: The Lakhpati Didi scheme aims to encourage women in Self-Help Groups (SHGs) to earn an annual income of at least ₹1 Lakh.
9. Economy & Governance (Continued)
Q17. The National Medicinal Plants Board (NMPB) is organizing a ‘Chintan Shivir’ on 12 February 2026 at which venue?
A. India International Centre, New Delhi
B. Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
C. Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
D. Yashobhoomi, Dwarka
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: The NMPB, under the Ministry of AYUSH, convened a Chintan Shivir at Vigyan Bhawan on 12 February 2026 to discuss the future of the medicinal plant sector.
Exam Relevance: Useful for Ministry-specific and institutional updates.
Static GK Linkage: The NMPB was established in 2000 to coordinate matters relating to medicinal plants across various ministries.
Q18. Which organization is facilitating the movement of Over Dimensional Cargo (ODC) via inland waterways to boost Assam’s semiconductor ecosystem as of February 2026?
A. NHAI
B. IWAI
C. Adani Ports
D. CONCOR
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: On 12 February 2026, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) facilitated the transport of large equipment for Assam’s new semiconductor plant through the Brahmaputra river.
Exam Relevance: Infrastructure and logistics updates are key for Economic Geography.
Static GK Linkage: National Waterway 2 (NW-2) is a section of the Brahmaputra River between Sadiya and Dhubri in Assam.
Q19. The ‘Kisan e-Mitra’, a voice-based AI chatbot for farmers mentioned in recent government reports on 12 February 2026, supports how many regional languages? A. 5
B. 11
C. 15
D. 22
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: Reports on the India-AI Impact Summit on 12 February 2026 highlighted that the ‘Kisan e-Mitra’ chatbot now supports 11 regional languages, assisting over 95 lakh queries regarding PM-Kisan.
Exam Relevance: Digital public infrastructure (DPI) in agriculture.
Static GK Linkage: PM-Kisan (Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi) is a Central Sector Scheme providing ₹6,000 per year in three installments to farmer families.
Q20. Which central government body concluded Phase-II of the ‘Rashtriya Karmayogi Large Scale Jan Seva Programme’ in February 2026?
A. NITI Aayog
B. Capacity Building Commission (CBC)
C. Staff Selection Commission
D. UPSC
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Current Affairs Context: The Capacity Building Commission announced the conclusion of Phase-II of its Jan Seva Programme on 12 February 2026, aimed at training government officials in service delivery.
Exam Relevance: Governance reforms and the ‘Mission Karmayogi’ framework.
Static GK Linkage: Mission Karmayogi (National Programme for Civil Services Capacity Building) was launched in 2020 to reform the training and capacity-building of Indian civil servants.
