Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 18-02-2026 (Online Prelims Test)
1) The OI Chiki script is associated with which one of the following languages?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Explanation
Option d is correct – The OI Chiki Script is developed by Pandit Raghunath Murmu in 1925. It is associated with Santhali language.
The script consists of 30 letters. Unlike many other Indian scripts, it is not an abugida (syllabary) but a true alphabet where vowels have equal status with consonants.
Santhali was included in the 8th Schedule of the Indian Constitution via the 92nd Amendment Act, 2003.
The year 2025 marks the 100th anniversary of the script's creation.
2) The NUDGE Campaign recently seen in news is an initiative of?
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : a
Explanation
Option a is correct – The NUDGE campaign (Non-intrusive Usage of Data to Guide and Enable) is a Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) initiative.
It is designed to enhance tax compliance by sending targeted SMS/email alerts to taxpayers regarding potential errors in their filings, such as undisclosed foreign assets or invalid deductions.
It promotes voluntary correction (revised returns) rather than immediate coercive audits, utilizing data analytics to guide behavior.
Lead bank scheme initiated to enhance credit flow to priority sectors and promote rural development in 1969.
It is an initiative of Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
All districts in India are covered under the Lead Bank Scheme framework at present.
Select the incorrect statements using the codes below:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : d
Explanation
Lead bank scheme aims to coordinate banks and development agencies to enhance credit flow to priority sectors and promote rural development. Sostatement 1 is correct.
It is launched by Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in 1969. So statement 2 is correct.
Gadgil Committee (1969) recommended an “Area Approach” due to weak rural banking presence and poor rural credit orientation.
Currently all districts in India are covered under the Lead Bank Scheme framework. So statement 3 is correct.
The primary aim of Startup India is to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation through funding support and industry-academia partnerships.
It is the flagship initiative of ministry of skill development and entrepreneurship.
Select the correct statements using the codes below:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : a
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct. The primary aim of Startup India is to build a strong ecosystem for nurturing innovation and supporting startups through –
simplification, handholding, funding support (like the Fund of Funds and Seed Fund), and industry-academia partnerships.
It is the flagship initiative of the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, managed by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). So statement 2 is incorrect.
PM RAHAT is a national cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims to ensure immediate medical care during the Golden Hour.
The ministry of social justice and empowerment is the nodal agency for the scheme.
Select the correct statements using the codes below:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Answer : a
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct. Pradhan Mantri Rahat Road Accident Victim Hospitalisation and Assured Treatment (PM Rahat) Scheme is a national cashless treatment scheme for road accident victims to ensure immediate medical care during the Golden Hour.
It aims to prevent deaths due to delayed medical treatment after road accidents and ensure financial protection for victims and hospitals.
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways is the nodal agency for the scheme. So statement 2 is incorrect.
