Below are 10 important multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from the daily current affairs of Friday, 27 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.

1The prehistoric cave painting site 'Lascaux Cave', prominently mentioned in recent heritage conservation discussions, is located in which country?
A.Spain
B.Italy
C.France
D.Germany

Correct Answer: C. France

Explanation:Lascaux Cave is famous for prehistoric cave paintings and is located in France.

2The fourth edition of the World Ocean Science Congress 2026 is being held in which state?
A.Kerala
B.Tamil Nadu
C.Andhra Pradesh
D.Goa

Correct Answer: C. Andhra Pradesh

Explanation:The fourth edition of the World Ocean Science Congress 2026 is being held in Andhra Pradesh.

3Recently, an Indian mountaineering team climbed Mount Aconcagua, which is located in which country?
A.Argentina
B.Peru
C.Chile
D.Bolivia

Correct Answer: A. Argentina

Explanation:Mount Aconcagua is the highest peak in South America and is located in Argentina.

4Recently, which became the world's first country to introduce Lenacapavir as a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention?
A.South Africa
B.Kenya
C.Nigeria
D.Zimbabwe

Correct Answer: A. South Africa

Explanation:South Africa became the world's first country to introduce Lenacapavir as a long-acting injectable drug for HIV prevention.

5India recently signed an MoU on forests, wildlife, biodiversity conservation and climate change with which neighbouring country?
A.Bhutan
B.Nepal
C.Sri Lanka
D.Myanmar

Correct Answer: A. Bhutan

Explanation:India signed an MoU with Bhutan on forests, wildlife, biodiversity conservation and climate change.

6Argentine tennis player Tomas Martin Etcheverry won his first ATP Tour title at which tournament in 2026?
A.Argentina Open
B.Chile Open
C.Rio Open
D.Miami Open

Correct Answer: B. Chile Open

Explanation:Tomas Martin Etcheverry won his first ATP Tour title at the Chile Open in 2026.

7Which Indian player was named a 'Global Champion for Road Safety' by the United Nations in 2026?
A.Virat Kohli
B.MS Dhoni
C.Sachin Tendulkar
D.Kapil Dev

Correct Answer: C. Sachin Tendulkar

Explanation:Sachin Tendulkar was named a 'Global Champion for Road Safety' by the United Nations.

8Which Indian airport was recognised as the Best Departure Airport in the Asia-Pacific region (over 40 million passengers category) at the 2025 ASQ Awards?
A.Indira Gandhi International Airport
B.Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
C.Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
D.Kempegowda International Airport

Correct Answer: B. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport

Explanation:Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport was recognised as the Best Departure Airport in the Asia-Pacific region (over 40 million passengers category) at the 2025 ASQ Awards.

9'Kalari Leap', a joint naval exercise, is conducted by which force?
A.Indian Navy Western Command
B.Indian Air Force – Southern Air Command
C.Andaman and Nicobar Command
D.Indian Army Southern Command

Correct Answer: C. Andaman and Nicobar Command

Explanation:'Kalari Leap' is a joint exercise conducted by the Andaman and Nicobar Command.

10The North East Spring Festival 2026 (Festival of the North East) will begin at which of these places?
A.Dimapur, Nagaland
B.Kohima, Nagaland
C.Shillong, Meghalaya
D.Guwahati, Assam

Correct Answer: A. Dimapur, Nagaland

Explanation:The North East Spring Festival 2026 will begin in Dimapur, Nagaland.