Below are 10 important multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from the daily current affairs of Wednesday, 04 February 2026. Click the "Show Answer" button to reveal the correct answer along with a detailed explanation. These questions are useful for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway and all competitive exams.

1In 2026, Nirmala Sitharaman became the first woman Finance Minister to present how many consecutive Union Budgets?
A.Seven
B.Eight
C.Nine
D.Ten

Correct Answer: C. Nine

Explanation:Nirmala Sitharaman became the first woman Finance Minister to present nine consecutive Union Budgets, a historic achievement.

2In 2026, in which city was the 68th Grammy Awards held?
A.New York
B.Los Angeles
C.Las Vegas
D.Chicago

Correct Answer: B. Los Angeles

Explanation:The 68th Grammy Awards ceremony was held in Los Angeles, a prestigious event in the music world.

3In February 2026, Sunetra Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Minister of which state?
A.Gujarat
B.Karnataka
C.Maharashtra
D.Rajasthan

Correct Answer: C. Maharashtra

Explanation:Sunetra Pawar took oath as Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra in February 2026.

4Which scheme is proposed in Union Budget 2026-27 to strengthen India's ecosystem for the production of biologics and biosimilars?
A.Bio-Pharma Shakti Yojana
B.Pharma Vision 2030
C.National Bio-Manufacturing Mission
D.PLI for Biologics

Correct Answer: A. Bio-Pharma Shakti Yojana

Explanation:Budget 2026-27 proposed the Bio-Pharma Shakti Yojana to promote the production of biologics and biosimilars.

5In 2026, which Defence Public Sector Undertaking was granted Miniratna Category-I status by the Defence Minister?
A.Munitions India Limited
B.Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited
C.India Optel Limited
D.Yantra India Limited

Correct Answer: D. Yantra India Limited

Explanation:Yantra India Limited was granted Miniratna Category-I status, giving it greater financial and operational autonomy.

6As of 31 December 2025, which Indian state is the largest contributor to India's renewable energy capacity?
A.Gujarat
B.Tamil Nadu
C.Rajasthan
D.Karnataka

Correct Answer: A. Gujarat

Explanation:Gujarat is the largest contributing state to India's renewable energy capacity, with solar and wind power playing a major role.

7Who won the women's singles title at the Thailand Masters 2026?
A.Malvika Bansod
B.Devika Sihag
C.Aditi Bhatt
D.Treesa Jolly

Correct Answer: A. Malvika Bansod

Explanation:Indian badminton player Malvika Bansod won the women's singles title at the Thailand Masters 2026.

8Under India's Dumpsite Remediation Accelerator Programme (DRAP), which technology is adopted to scientifically treat legacy waste at dumpsites?
A.Pyrolysis Technology
B.Incineration Technology
C.Landfilling Technology
D.Biomining Technology

Correct Answer: D. Biomining Technology

Explanation:Under DRAP, biomining technology is adopted to scientifically treat legacy waste, allowing landfill sites to be reclaimed.

9Which state/city has launched India's first LNG (Liquefied Natural Gas)-diesel dual-fuel DEMU train?
A.Sabarmati
B.Mumbai
C.Chennai
D.Delhi

Correct Answer: A. Sabarmati

Explanation:India's first LNG-diesel dual-fuel DEMU train was launched from Sabarmati, a step towards cleaner fuel.

10What is the theme of the 6th National Crop Nutrition Summit and B2B Expo 2026?
A.Transform, Innovate, Implement
B.Converge, Collaborate and Co-create
C.Farm to Future
D.Sustainable Agriculture 2026

Correct Answer: B. Converge, Collaborate and Co-create

Explanation:The theme of the 6th National Crop Nutrition Summit and B2B Expo 2026 was 'Converge, Collaborate and Co-create', emphasising cooperation and innovation.