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Sunday, 22 February 2026

 

 Daily Current Affairs – February 22, 2026
English Edition – Page 5


 PIB & Government Updates

  • Launch of new welfare and digital governance initiatives.
  • Progress updates on infrastructure and sustainability missions.
  • Emphasis on transparency and citizen-centric service delivery.

Exam Focus: Objectives, implementing ministry and target beneficiaries.

Why It Matters: PIB releases often reflect policy direction and governance priorities.


 Environment & Ecology

Climate Action and Biodiversity Protection

  • Strengthening conservation mechanisms.
  • Expansion of renewable energy capacity.
  • Judicial interventions in environmental compliance.

GS Paper III Focus: Environmental governance and sustainable development.

Analytical Angle: Evaluate India’s balance between ecological preservation and economic growth.


 Banking & Financial Sector

  • Monetary policy adjustments and repo rate review.
  • Digital currency experimentation and fintech expansion.
  • Bank consolidation and regulatory reforms.

Exam Focus: Role of Monetary Policy Committee and financial stability framework.

Why It Matters: Financial sector stability is critical for investment and economic resilience.


🎯 Advanced Practice MCQs

1. Inflation targeting in India is primarily guided by:

A) Ministry of Commerce B) Planning Commission C) Monetary Policy Committee D) SEBI

Answer: C) Monetary Policy Committee


2. Biodiversity conservation directly supports:

A) Only industrial expansion B) Ecological balance and sustainability C) Short-term fiscal gains D) Urban congestion control

Answer: B) Ecological balance and sustainability


3. Digital currency initiatives aim to:

A) Eliminate all private banks B) Increase informal transactions C) Improve financial inclusion and transaction efficiency D) Reduce international trade

Answer: C) Improve financial inclusion and transaction efficiency


📊 Data & Concept Box

  • Inflation Target: 4% ± 2% (flexible inflation targeting framework)
  • Renewable Energy: Increasing share in total energy mix
  • Repo Rate: Policy rate at which the central bank lends to commercial banks

Prepared by Shaktimatha Learning
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