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Daily Current Affairs: 21 February, 2026

Q1. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi greeted the people of Arunachal Pradesh on the occasion of the state’s Statehood Day. Arunachal Pradesh celebrates its Statehood Day every year on 20 February, marking its elevation to statehood in which year?
(a) 1972
(b) 1985
(c) 1987
(d) 1991
(e) 1995

Answer: c

Solution:

• Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi greeted the people of Arunachal Pradesh on the occasion of the state’s Statehood Day celebrated on 20 February 2026.
• Arunachal Pradesh Statehood Day, also known as Foundation Day, is observed every year on 20 February to commemorate the state attaining full statehood.
• On this day in 1987, Arunachal Pradesh became the 24th state of India under the State of Arunachal Pradesh Act, enabled through the 55th Constitutional Amendment.
• The state is popularly known as the “Land of the Rising Sun”, as it is the first region in India to receive sunlight.
• Arunachal Pradesh is located in Northeast India and shares international borders with:
  • Bhutan
  • China
  • Myanmar
• The journey toward statehood involved several historical milestones:
  • 1826 – Treaty of Yandaboo brought the region under British control after the First Anglo-Burmese War.
  • 1838 – Formation of the North East Frontier Agency (NEFA) for administration.
  • 1914 – Shimla Treaty defined boundaries between Tibet and NEFA.
  • 1947 – NEFA placed under Assam administration after Independence.
  • 1972 – NEFA renamed Arunachal Pradesh and made a Union Territory.
  • 1987 – Became the 24th State of India.
• Due to its geographical location and borders, Arunachal Pradesh holds strategic importance for India.

Q2. During the bilateral engagement in February 2026, the Prime Minister announced the establishment of the National Centre of Excellence for Skilling in Aeronautics and Defence. Which specific institution has been designated to host this world-class NCoE in collaboration with France?

(a) National Skill Training Institute (NSTI), Bengaluru

(b) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur

(c) National Skill Training Institute (NSTI), Kanpur

(d) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Training Centre, Nasik

(e) National Institute of Defence Production, Pune

Answer: c

Solution:

• In February 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi announced the establishment of a National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) for Skilling in Aeronautics and Defence at the National Skill Training Institute (NSTI), Kanpur.
• The initiative will be developed in collaboration with the Government of France under the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
• The announcement was made during a joint press statement with French President Emmanuel Macron while inaugurating the India–France Year of Innovation.
• The proposed NCoE aims to provide advanced skill training in:
  • Aeronautics
  • Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)
  • Airport operations
  • Defence manufacturing
  • Allied aerospace domains
• The centre is envisioned as a world-class skilling institution to strengthen India’s aviation workforce and support the expanding aerospace and defence ecosystem.
• The initiative reflects deepening India–France cooperation in skill development, technology, and defence manufacturing capabilities.

Q3.  The World Day of Social Justice is an international observance that highlights the need for institutionalized fairness. In 2026, the global community observes this day under which specific theme to address persistent global disparities?

(a) Overcoming Barriers and Unleashing Opportunities for Social Justice

(b) Global Coalition for Social Justice: Bridging the Gap

(c) Promoting Decent Work and Social Protection in a Digital Age

(d) Renewed Commitment to Social Development and Social Justice

(e) Achieving Social Justice through Formal Employment

Answer: d

Solution:

• World Day of Social Justice is observed every year on 20 February to highlight global efforts toward fairness, equality, and inclusive development.
• The day focuses on addressing key global challenges such as poverty, social exclusion, unemployment, gender inequality, and lack of social protection.
• The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) designated this observance in 2007 to promote human rights, equitable opportunities, and social justice for all.
• On 26 November 2007, the UN General Assembly officially proclaimed that 20 February would be celebrated annually as the World Day of Social Justice starting from its 63rd session.
• The theme for World Day of Social Justice 2026 is: “Renewed Commitment to Social Development and Social Justice.”
• The 2026 theme emphasizes both progress achieved globally and the need to address ongoing and emerging social challenges.

Q4. In February 2026, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) facilitated a landmark export of GI-tagged Salem Sago. To which of the following international destinations was this maiden consignment of 0.5 MT shipped?

(a) United Kingdom

(b) United Arab Emirates

(c) USA

(d) Singapore

(e) Canada

Answer: e

Solution:

• In February 2026, the Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, facilitated the export of 0.5 metric tonnes (MT) of GI-tagged Salem Sago from Salem, Tamil Nadu to Canada.
• This shipment marked the first export consignment directly sent by the GI Authorised User, SAGOSERVE, after Salem Sago received its Geographical Indication (GI) tag in March 2023.
• Tamil Nadu is the largest producer of Tapioca Sago (Sabudhana) in India, with Salem widely recognised as the country’s major hub for the sago and starch industry.
• Sago is derived from tapioca roots and is widely consumed as a staple food in several regions of India.
• The GI registration for Salem Sago was secured in March 2023 by SAGOSERVE under the Government of Tamil Nadu.
• SAGOSERVE comprises 334 registered member-manufacturers and plays an important role in:
  • Marketing sago and starch products
  • Providing warehousing facilities
  • Improving product quality
  • Enhancing tapioca cultivation and processing standards
• The export highlights India’s efforts to promote GI products in international markets and strengthen agricultural exports.

Q5. In February 2026, President Donald Trump convened a significant session of the Board of Peace to discuss Gaza’s post-war framework. Who represented India as an observer at this high-level intergovernmental meeting in Washington DC?

(a) Vinay Kwatra, Ambassador to the USA

(b) Namgya C Khampa, Deputy Chief of Mission in Washington, D.C.

(c) S. Jaishankar, External Affairs Minister

(d) Ajit Doval, National Security Advisor

(e) Taranjit Singh Sandhu, Special Envoy

The correct answer is (b)

Solution:

• On 19 February 2026, U.S. President Donald Trump convened a meeting of the Board of Peace, focusing on the reconstruction of Gaza and mobilisation of an international stabilisation force.
• India participated as an observer in the meeting and was represented by Namgya C. Khampa, Deputy Chief of Mission at the Indian Embassy in Washington D.C.
• India joined the process as an observer to the proposed Gaza Peace Plan, without becoming a formal member of the Board.
• Several other countries also attended as observers, including Germany, Italy, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom.
• The Board of Peace is a U.S.-led intergovernmental body established to support global conflict resolution and post-war reconstruction efforts.
• The body was proposed in September 2025 to oversee “Phase Two” of the U.S.-brokered ceasefire following the 2023–2025 Gaza conflict.
• Its immediate mandate includes:
  • Supervising the National Committee for the Administration of Gaza (NCAG)
  • Managing Gaza’s reconstruction process
  • Overseeing the disarmament of Hamas
• The Board is chaired by Donald Trump and includes prominent figures such as:
  • Jared Kushner
  • Former UK Prime Minister Tony Blair
  • U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio
• The initiative aims to create a structured framework for post-conflict governance, stabilisation, and reconstruction in Gaza.