(1.) The 3rd Session of the India–Norway Dialogue on Trade and Investment (DTI) was held on April 16, 2026, in which city?

(a.) Oslo, Norway

(b.) New Delhi, India

(c.) Mumbai, India

(d.) Bergen, Norway

(2.) When did the India–EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA), central to bilateral discussions with Norway, enter into force?

(a.) 1 January 2025

(b.) 1 April 2025

(c.) 1 October 2025

(d.) 1 January 2026

(3.) What milestone birth anniversary of Marshal of the Indian Air Force Arjan Singh was celebrated at the Gateway of India on April 16, 2026?

(a.) 100th Birth Anniversary

(b.) 105th Birth Anniversary

(c.) 107th Birth Anniversary

(d.) 110th Birth Anniversary

(4.) Who served as the Chief Guest at the 107th birth anniversary commemorations of Marshal of the IAF Arjan Singh in Mumbai?

(a.) Chief of Defence Staff

(b.) Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh

(c.) Defence Minister

(d.) Chief of Naval Staff

(5.) To approximately what value did India's merchandise exports to Norway rise in 2025 according to trade ministry figures released in April 2026?

(a.) US$ 270 million

(b.) US$ 439 million

(c.) US$ 750 million

(d.) US$ 1.2 billion

(6.) Which historic monument in Mumbai hosted the grand commemorative event for Marshal of the IAF Arjan Singh?

(a.) Taj Mahal Palace

(b.) Gateway of India

(c.) Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus

(d.) Elephanta Caves

(7.) What is the primary significance of the India–EFTA TEPA agreement for Indian exporters and MSMEs?

(a.) It provides duty-free access for a range of agricultural and allied products in EFTA markets

(b.) It bans all European imports into India

(c.) It replaces domestic income tax codes completely

(d.) It regulates maritime freight insurance rates directly

(8.) Which ministry handles bilateral trade dialogues and EFTA economic partnerships in India?

(a.) Ministry of External Affairs

(b.) Ministry of Commerce and Industry

(c.) Ministry of Finance

(d.) Ministry of Corporate Affairs

(9.) What elite military rank was held by the late Arjan Singh, whose birth anniversary was commemorated in April 2026?

(a.) Field Marshal

(b.) Marshal of the Indian Air Force

(c.) Admiral of the Fleet

(d.) General of the Army

(10.) Which portal serves as the official registry for press releases published by the Press Information Bureau?

(a.) MyGov Portal

(b.) Press Information Bureau (pib.gov.in)

(c.) National Informatics Centre Hub

(d.) India.gov.in Desk

(11.) Which countries comprise the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) bloc linked with India via TEPA?

(a.) Switzerland, Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein

(b.) Germany, France, Italy, and Spain

(c.) Sweden, Finland, Denmark, and Netherlands

(d.) UK, Ireland, Belgium, and Austria

(12.) What specific performance team added grandeur to the IAF Arjan Singh commemorative ceremony in Mumbai?

(a.) Air Warrior Drill Team

(b.) Daredevils Motorcycle Squad

(c.) Naval Pipe Band

(d.) Gorkha Rifles Khukri Dance Troupe

(13.) What is the capital city of Norway, partner in the 3rd Session of the Trade and Investment Dialogue?

(a.) Stockholm

(b.) Copenhagen

(c.) Oslo

(d.) Helsinki

(14.) What overarching economic objective is supported by bilateral trade dialogues with European nations?

(a.) Resilient supply chains, clean energy transition, and diversified export growth

(b.) Complete cessation of bilateral commerce

(c.) Centralized price fixing for commodities

(d.) Monetary union currency adoption

(15.) Why is the rank "Marshal of the Air Force" unique in Indian military history?

(a.) It is a five-star honorary rank conferred only once to an exceptional air force leader for lifetime service

(b.) It is an entry-level commission rank for flight cadets

(c.) It rotates annually among active air marshals

(d.) It applies exclusively to military transport pilots

(16.) Which sector was specially highlighted for collaboration during the India-Norway trade talks in April 2026?

(a.) Renewable energy, green hydrogen, and maritime cooperation

(b.) Space rocket propulsion research

(c.) Traditional agriculture grain storage

(d.) Heavy tank manufacturing

(17.) Which state government and police authorities assisted in the successful conduct of the Arjan Singh commemorative event in Mumbai?

(a.) Government of Maharashtra

(b.) Government of Gujarat

(c.) Government of Karnataka

(d.) Government of Goa

(18.) What currency is utilized in the Kingdom of Norway?

(a.) Euro

(b.) Norwegian Krone

(c.) Krona

(d.) Franc

(19.) How does the expansion of service sector exports impact India-Norway economic ties according to 2026 reports?

(a.) Services trade continues to play a growing, robust role, complementing merchandise export growth

(b.) Services trade has been completely banned

(c.) Services are excluded from EFTA agreements entirely

(d.) Services account for zero economic value

(20.) Who co-chaired the 3rd Session of the India-Norway Dialogue on Trade and Investment representing India?

(a.) Shri Mohit Yadav, Joint Secretary, Department of Commerce

(b.) Shri Piyush Goyal, Union Minister

(c.) Dr. S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister

(d.) Shri Amitabh Kant, G20 Sherpa

(21.) What prestigious wartime decoration was awarded to Marshal Arjan Singh for his leadership during the 1965 war?

(a.) Param Vir Chakra

(b.) Distinguished Flying Cross (DFC)

(c.) Mahavir Chakra

(d.) Kirti Chakra

(22.) What national development vision underscores India's modern international trade and technology agreements?

(a.) Viksit Bharat

(b.) Centralized Import Substitution 2030

(c.) Industrial Isolationism

(d.) Deflationary Restructuring

(23.) Why are regional military heritage commemorations significant for modern armed forces personnel?

(a.) They instill institutional memory, uphold core values of valour and service, and inspire younger generations

(b.) They replace mandatory physical fitness trials

(c.) They serve as annual budget allocation audits

(d.) They determine international arms procurement quotas

(24.) Which military band performed symphonic pieces during the 107th birth anniversary tribute in Mumbai?

(a.) Indian Air Force Band from HQ South Western Air Command

(b.) Royal Navy Orchestral Unit

(c.) Army Artillery Regimental Band

(d.) National Cadet Corps National Band

(25.) Which country’s trade delegation was led by Ms. Nina Christine Rør during the April 2026 DTI session?

(a.) Norway

(b.) Sweden

(c.) Switzerland

(d.) Denmark

(26.) What role do NCC cadets play during high-profile national defence commemorative events?

(a.) They participate in displays, aero-modeling demonstrations, and ceremonial drills, fostering patriotic youth engagement

(b.) They manage air traffic control towers

(c.) They audit military defense accounts

(d.) They command active operational fighter squadrons

(27.) What is the significance of including MSMEs and women entrepreneurs in trade agreements like EFTA-TEPA?

(a.) It democratizes international trade benefits, enabling grassroots innovators and small enterprises to access global markets

(b.) It restricts export licenses to large corporate monopolies only

(c.) It mandates domestic cottage industry closures

(d.) It eliminates all micro-credit banking structures

(28.) Which naval command headquarters in Mumbai collaborated in hosting security presence for the Arjan Singh tribute?

(a.) Western Naval Command

(b.) Eastern Naval Command

(c.) Southern Naval Command

(d.) Tri-Service Andaman Command

(29.) What is the primary function of the Press Information Bureau (PIB)?

(a.) Disseminating official government information and press releases to media outlets

(b.) Managing national stock exchanges

(c.) Regulating civil aviation flight paths

(d.) Conducting national decennial censuses

(30.) What overarching spirit was reflected through the synchronized performances of the Air Warrior Drill Team in Mumbai?

(a.) Precision, discipline, and exceptional operational standard reflection

(b.) Informal recreational leisure

(c.) Randomized acrobatic flexibility

(d.) Aviation engineering mechanics