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266. Capital of Meghalaya is?
A. Shillong
B. Tura
C. Jowai
D. Nongstoin
Explanation: Shillong is the capital of Meghalaya, also known as the "Scotland of the East."
267. Capital of Manipur is?
A. Imphal
B. Churachandpur
C. Thoubal
D. Bishnupur
Explanation: Imphal is the capital of Manipur.
268. How many seats did BJP win individually in the 2026 Bihar elections?
A. 89
B. 85
C. 75
D. 100
Explanation: BJP won 89 seats in the 2026 Bihar elections, making it the largest single party in the NDA coalition.
269. Puducherry (UT) borders which states?
A. Tamil Nadu and Kerala
B. Only Tamil Nadu
C. Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh
D. Tamil Nadu and Karnataka
Explanation: Puducherry (UT) is surrounded by Tamil Nadu. Its enclaves of Karaikal (also in TN), Mahé (in Kerala), and Yanam (in Andhra Pradesh) border different states.
270. India gained independence from British rule on?
A. August 15, 1947
B. January 26, 1950
C. August 15, 1946
D. January 26, 1947
Explanation: India gained independence on August 15, 1947 from British rule. Jawaharlal Nehru became India's first Prime Minister.