February 02, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams: Union Budget 2026-27: Historic Sunday Presentation, Capex Surge, and New Tax Act Implementation
February 02, 2026
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented Indiaβs first-ever Sunday Union Budget for 2026-27, featuring a record βΉ12.2 lakh crore capital expenditure, a 15% hike in defence spending, and the announcement of the New Tax Act to be implemented from April 1, 2026.
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Question 1 of 17
Who presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Indian Parliament?
Correct Answer: B) Nirmala Sitharaman
Full Answer: Ans: b) Nirmala Sitharaman
Full Answer: Ans: b) Nirmala Sitharaman
What historical precedent was set during the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27?
Correct Answer: B) It was the first time a budget was presented on a Sunday
Full Answer: Ans: b) It was the first time a budget was presented on a Sunday
Full Answer: Ans: b) It was the first time a budget was presented on a Sunday
What is the Capital Expenditure (Capex) outlay for the fiscal year 2026-27?
Correct Answer: C) βΉ12.2 lakh crore
Full Answer: Ans: c) βΉ12.2 lakh crore
Full Answer: Ans: c) βΉ12.2 lakh crore
The defence budget for 2026-27 has been increased to what amount?
Correct Answer: C) βΉ7.8 lakh crore
Full Answer: Ans: c) βΉ7.8 lakh crore
Full Answer: Ans: c) βΉ7.8 lakh crore
When is the implementation of the 'New Tax Act' scheduled to begin?
Correct Answer: B) April 1, 2026
Full Answer: Ans: b) April 1, 2026
Full Answer: Ans: b) April 1, 2026
As per the 2026-27 Budget, what are the new Securities Transaction Tax (STT) rates for Futures and Options respectively?
Correct Answer: B) 0.10% and 0.20%
Full Answer: Ans: b) 0.05% and 0.15%
Full Answer: Ans: b) 0.05% and 0.15%
In which of the following states will the dedicated 'Rare Earth Corridors' be established?
Correct Answer: B) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu
Full Answer: Ans: b) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu
Full Answer: Ans: b) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu
What is the primary focus of the newly launched 'Biopharma Shakti' scheme?
Correct Answer: B) Transforming India into a global hub for biologicals and non-communicable diseases
Full Answer: Ans: b) Transforming India into a global hub for biologicals and non-communicable diseases
Full Answer: Ans: b) Transforming India into a global hub for biologicals and non-communicable diseases
The 'Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Unnati Yojana (PMKUY)' aims to bridge the skill gap for rural youth in which specific sectors?
Correct Answer: B) Green energy and Digital tech
Full Answer: Ans: b) Green energy and Digital tech
Full Answer: Ans: b) Green energy and Digital tech
What are 'SHE Marts' as mentioned in the Budget 2026-27?
Correct Answer: B) Community-owned retail shops for women entrepreneurs from Self-Help Groups
Full Answer: Ans: b) Community-owned retail shops for women entrepreneurs from Self-Help Groups
Full Answer: Ans: b) Community-owned retail shops for women entrepreneurs from Self-Help Groups
Which bank launched the 'CHAKRA Centre of Excellence' to facilitate financing for sunrise sectors?
Correct Answer: C) State Bank of India (SBI)
Full Answer: Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI)
Full Answer: Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI)
Which countries signed the landmark trilateral agreement for 'Project Green Corridor'?
Correct Answer: B) India, Japan, and Australia
Full Answer: Ans: b) India, Japan, and Australia
Full Answer: Ans: b) India, Japan, and Australia
How many new wetlands were added to Indiaβs Ramsar network in February 2026?
Correct Answer: B) Two
Full Answer: Ans: b) Two
Full Answer: Ans: b) Two
India is preparing to resume oil purchases from which country to potentially replace some Russian imports?
Correct Answer: B) Venezuela
Full Answer: Ans: b) Venezuela
Full Answer: Ans: b) Venezuela
Who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam at the age of 22 by winning the Australian Open 2026?
Correct Answer: B) Carlos Alcaraz
Full Answer: Ans: b) Carlos Alcaraz
Full Answer: Ans: b) Carlos Alcaraz
India won the five-match T20I series against New Zealand with what scoreline?
Correct Answer: C) 4-1
Full Answer: Ans: c) 4-1
Full Answer: Ans: c) 4-1
An earthquake of what magnitude was reported in the Kashmir region on February 2, 2026?
Correct Answer: B) 4.6
Full Answer: Ans: b) 4.6
Full Answer: Ans: b) 4.6