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1.What is India's targeted Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) blending percentage by 2030, according to the recently announced policy? a) 2% b) 5% c) 10% d) 15% Ans: b) 5% 2.Who announced India's upcoming Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Policy, aiming to position the country as a global leader in SAF production? a) H.D. Kumaraswamy b) Narendra Modi c) Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: c) Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu 3.The third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Speciality Steel (PLI 1.2) was launched by which Union Minister? a) Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu b) H.D. Kumaraswamy c) Narendra Modi d) Amit Shah Ans: b) H.D. Kumaraswamy 4.Effective November 1, 2025, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure has been simplified into how many tiers? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: a) Two 5.What is the new tax rate for luxury items under the simplified GST structure, effective from November 1, 2025? a) 5% b) 18% c) 28% d) 40% Ans: d) 40% 6.How many individuals can now be nominated for a single bank account, locker, or safe custody item in India, with options to assign specific entitlement percentages? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: d) Four 7.What is the total outlay of the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 3, 2025? a) ₹50,000 Crore b) ₹1 Lakh Crore c) ₹2 Lakh Crore d) ₹5 Lakh Crore Ans: b) ₹1 Lakh Crore 8.Which Indian healthcare scheme has been recognized as the world's largest public healthcare program, having issued over 42 crore Ayushman cards by October 28, 2025? a) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana b) Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) c) National Health Mission d) Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana Ans: b) Ayushman Bharat–Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) 9.What is the budget allocated for the National Critical Minerals Mission launched in January 2025, aimed at ensuring India's long-term critical mineral security? a) ₹10,000 Crore b) ₹16,300 Crore c) ₹20,000 Crore d) ₹25,500 Crore Ans: b) ₹16,300 Crore 10.What is the target for India's bioeconomy sector by 2030, as envisioned by initiatives like the BioE3 Policy and the National Policy on Bioeconomy? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $500 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 11.Which Indian state launched the 'PM Shri Air Tourism' helicopter service on November 1, 2025, to boost intra-state air connectivity and tourism? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Rajasthan c) Madhya Pradesh d) Gujarat Ans: c) Madhya Pradesh 12.India's Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) Policy aims to reduce carbon emissions by up to what percentage compared to conventional fuels with its 5% blending target? a) 20% b) 50% c) 80% d) 95% Ans: c) 80% 13.The National Critical Minerals Mission aims to ensure India's long-term security for which type of resources, including rare earth elements? a) Fossil Fuels b) Agricultural Products c) Critical Minerals d) Water Resources Ans: c) Critical Minerals 14.Which of the following is explicitly mentioned as a scheme promoting bio-inputs and circular waste-to-wealth models in the bioeconomy sector? a) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana b) Gobardhan Yojana c) National Food Security Mission d) Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana Ans: b) Gobardhan Yojana

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1.India established a 2-1 lead in a T20 International series against which country? a) England b) New Zealand c) South Africa d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 2.The decisive fourth T20I match, where India secured a 2-1 lead ag...

1.India established a 2-1 lead in a T20 International series against which country? a) England b) New Zealand c) South Africa d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 2.The decisive fourth T20I match, where India secured a 2-1 lead against Australia, was held at which venue? a) Wankhede Stadium b) Carrara Oval c) Eden Gardens d) Narendra Modi Stadium Ans: b) Carrara Oval 3.Who was the top scorer for India in the fourth T20I against Australia, as mentioned in the provided text? a) Axar Patel b) Varun Chakaravarthy c) Shubman Gill d) Washington Sundar Ans: c) Shubman Gill 4.Who was the captain of the Indian women's cricket team that was felicitated after their historic triumph at the ICC Women's World Cup 2025? a) Smriti Mandhana b) Shafali Verma c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Deepti Sharma Ans: c) Harmanpreet Kaur 5.Which two prominent national figures felicitated the victorious Indian women's cricket team after their World Cup win? a) President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Sports Minister Anurag Thakur and BCCI President Roger Binny c) Chief Minister of Maharashtra and Governor of Gujarat d) Former President Ram Nath Kovind and Former PM Manmohan Singh Ans: a) President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi 6.Which automotive company pledged to gift a new Sierra SUV to each member of the World Cup-winning Indian women's cricket squad? a) Mahindra b) Maruti Suzuki c) Hyundai d) Tata Motors Ans: d) Tata Motors 7.Which year's ICC Women's World Cup did the Indian team win, leading to their felicitation, as stated in the text? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: c) 2025 8.Which of the following players was NOT mentioned as being retained by their WPL team, but rather reportedly released, according to the text? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana c) Shafali Verma d) Deepti Sharma Ans: d) Deepti Sharma 9.Indian Hockey is celebrating which significant milestone with nationwide events? a) Golden Jubilee b) Platinum Jubilee c) Centenary d) Diamond Jubilee Ans: c) Centenary 10.What is the title of the commemorative volume released as part of Indian Hockey's centenary celebrations? a) "Hockey's Golden Era" b) "100 Years of Indian Hockey" c) "The Indian Hockey Story" d) "Centennial Hockey Saga" Ans: b) "100 Years of Indian Hockey" 11.The main event for Indian Hockey's centenary celebrations was held at which iconic stadium in New Delhi? a) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium b) Feroz Shah Kotla Ground c) Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium d) Indira Gandhi Arena Ans: c) Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium 12.How many Olympic gold medals does India hold in hockey, making it the most successful hockey nation, as stated in the text? a) Six b) Seven c) Eight d) Nine Ans: c) Eight 13.Which stadium is reportedly set to host the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026? a) Wankhede Stadium b) Eden Gardens c) Arun Jaitley Stadium d) Narendra Modi Stadium Ans: d) Narendra Modi Stadium 14.Which city will host the final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026, as mentioned in the text? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Ahmedabad d) Chennai Ans: c) Ahmedabad 15.Which of the following stadiums is NOT mentioned as a shortlisted venue for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 matches in India? a) Arun Jaitley Stadium b) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium c) Wankhede Stadium d) Eden Gardens Ans: b) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium 16.For which international football tournament are Ryan Williams and Nepali-Origin Abneet Bharti preparing with the Indian football team? a) FIFA World Cup Qualifiers b) AFC Asian Cup Qualifier c) SAFF Championship d) Olympic Games Qualifiers Ans: b) AFC Asian Cup Qualifier 17.Which Indian chess grandmasters advanced to Round 3 of the FIDE World Cup, as mentioned in the highlights? a) Viswanathan Anand b) Gukesh, Erigaisi, and Harikrishna c) Praggnanandhaa, Vidit Gujrathi, and Humpy Koneru d) Adhiban Baskaran, P Harikrishna, and Krishnan Sasikiran Ans: b) Gukesh, Erigaisi, and Harikrishna

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1.Which two space agencies are collaborating on the NISAR satellite mission? a) ISRO and ESA b) NASA and JAXA c) ISRO and NASA d) NASA and Roscosmos Ans: c) ISRO and NASA 2.What is the primary capability of the NISAR satelli...

1.Which two space agencies are collaborating on the NISAR satellite mission? a) ISRO and ESA b) NASA and JAXA c) ISRO and NASA d) NASA and Roscosmos Ans: c) ISRO and NASA 2.What is the primary capability of the NISAR satellite once fully operational? a) Deep space exploration and asteroid monitoring b) Monitoring Earth's land and ice surfaces twice every 12 days c) Providing high-speed internet connectivity globally d) Studying the solar wind and its effects on Earth Ans: b) Monitoring Earth's land and ice surfaces twice every 12 days 3.Which Indian institution achieved a world-first by demonstrating deterministic quantum-gate operations using photons in a six-qubit photonic quantum system? a) IIT Delhi b) IISc Bengaluru c) TIFR Mumbai d) DRDO Ans: b) IISc Bengaluru 4.The breakthrough in photonic quantum computing at IISc Bengaluru was led by which professor? a) Dr. V. Narayanan b) Dr. A. P. J. Abdul Kalam c) Professor C. M. Chandrashekar d) Dr. Homi Bhabha Ans: c) Professor C. M. Chandrashekar 5.The indigenous photonic and quantum radar program, unveiled by DRDO, is primarily designed to detect which type of aircraft? a) Commercial passenger jets b) Stealth aircraft c) Cargo planes d) Reconnaissance drones Ans: b) Stealth aircraft 6.Which organization is collaborating with DRDO and the Indian Air Force (IAF) for the field trials of the photonic radar prototype? a) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) b) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) c) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) d) Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) Ans: c) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) 7.The new science park and planetarium, for which the foundation stone was laid in Agra, Uttar Pradesh, is the third of its kind in the state. Which two other cities in Uttar Pradesh already have similar facilities? a) Kanpur and Varanasi b) Prayagraj and Meerut c) Lucknow and Gorakhpur d) Ghaziabad and Noida Ans: c) Lucknow and Gorakhpur 8.India recently reaffirmed its commitment to deepen cooperation in science, technology, and space exploration with which European country, focusing on areas like cybersecurity and quantum technologies? a) Germany b) France c) United Kingdom d) Luxembourg Ans: d) Luxembourg 9.What is the primary aim of the newly launched Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund at ESTIC 2025? a) To fund international space missions exclusively b) To strengthen private-led innovation and promote long-term financing for scientific research c) To provide grants for humanities and social sciences research d) To establish new government-owned research laboratories Ans: b) To strengthen private-led innovation and promote long-term financing for scientific research 10.India's approach to AI governance is shifting towards which strategy? a) Strict risk minimization with broad prohibitions b) Innovation maximization, favoring a use-case approach to regulation c) Complete deregulation to foster rapid growth d) Adopting a wait-and-watch approach before formulating policies Ans: b) Innovation maximization, favoring a use-case approach to regulation 11.From which Indian space center was the NISAR satellite launched? a) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre b) U R Rao Satellite Centre c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre d) Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre Ans: c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre 12.What is the core principle behind the DRDO's indigenous photonic and quantum radar for detecting stealth aircraft? a) Utilizing advanced acoustic sensors b) Combining light, quantum physics, and artificial intelligence c) Employing high-frequency radio waves exclusively d) Relying on thermal imaging technology Ans: b) Combining light, quantum physics, and artificial intelligence

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1.What does the HSBC India Services Business Activity Index primarily indicate? a) The health of India's manufacturing sector. b) The growth momentum of India's services sector. c) The overall inflation rate in India. d) The balance ...

1.What does the HSBC India Services Business Activity Index primarily indicate? a) The health of India's manufacturing sector. b) The growth momentum of India's services sector. c) The overall inflation rate in India. d) The balance of trade for services. Ans: b) The growth momentum of India's services sector. 2.How did India's dominant services sector perform in October 2025 compared to recent months? a) It accelerated to its fastest pace of expansion. b) It maintained a consistent growth momentum. c) It witnessed a significant deceleration, recording the slowest expansion in five months. d) It entered a phase of contraction for the first time in a year. Ans: c) It witnessed a significant deceleration, recording the slowest expansion in five months. 3.In the context of the HSBC India Services Business Activity Index, what does a reading above the 50-point threshold signify? a) A phase of economic contraction. b) A period of robust expansion. c) Stagnation in economic activity. d) High inflationary pressures. Ans: b) A period of robust expansion. 4.Which of the following factors were cited as primary reasons for the moderation in India's services sector growth during October 2025? a) Increased government spending and tax incentives. b) Heightened competitive pressures and disruptions from heavy rainfall. c) A decline in international demand for Indian services. d) Reduced input costs and stable output charges. Ans: b) Heightened competitive pressures and disruptions from heavy rainfall. 5.What positive trend was observed regarding inflationary pressures within the services sector in October 2025? a) Input costs and output charges rose at their fastest pace in over a year. b) Inflationary pressures eased considerably, with costs rising at their slowest pace in months. c) Inflationary pressures remained unchanged from the previous month. d) The sector experienced deflation for the first time in two years. Ans: b) Inflationary pressures eased considerably, with costs rising at their slowest pace in months. 6.What were the contributing factors to the easing of inflationary pressures in the services sector during October 2025? a) Increased government subsidies and reduced consumer demand. b) Global economic slowdown and reduced oil prices. c) GST reforms and favorable supply conditions. d) Higher interest rates and tighter monetary policy. Ans: c) GST reforms and favorable supply conditions. 7.How did employment growth in India's services sector fare in October 2025? a) It saw a significant surge, reaching a new high. b) Companies continued to recruit, but the pace of growth was one of the softest in 18 months. c) Employment contracted for the first time in two years. d) It remained stagnant with no new recruitment. Ans: b) Companies continued to recruit, but the pace of growth was one of the softest in 18 months. 8.What does the HSBC India Composite PMI Output Index combine to reflect broader economic activity? a) Only services sector activity. b) Only manufacturing sector activity. c) Both manufacturing and services sector activity. d) Agricultural and industrial output. Ans: c) Both manufacturing and services sector activity. 9.What was the implication of the HSBC India Composite PMI Output Index falling in October 2025? a) It indicated a strong acceleration in overall economic growth. b) It suggested a broader moderation in overall economic activity, though still expansionary. c) It confirmed India's entry into an economic recession. d) It highlighted a shift from services-led to manufacturing-led growth. Ans: b) It suggested a broader moderation in overall economic activity, though still expansionary. 10.Which statement accurately reflects the business confidence in India's services sector during October 2025? a) Business confidence declined significantly due to competitive pressures. b) Firms expressed strong optimism about increased production over the next 12 months. c) Business confidence remained neutral, awaiting further economic indicators. d) Firms were pessimistic about future growth prospects. Ans: b) Firms expressed strong optimism about increased production over the next 12 months. 11.How did new business inflows for the services sector in October 2025 compare to previous months? a) They expanded sharply at their fastest rate ever. b) They continued to expand sharply, but the rate of increase was the weakest in five months. c) They contracted for the first time in the current financial year. d) They remained flat, showing no change from September. Ans: b) They continued to expand sharply, but the rate of increase was the weakest in five months. 12.What was the trend for international demand for Indian services in October 2025? a) It experienced a significant decline, indicating global economic weakness. b) It improved, but the growth rate was the slowest since March. c) It remained robust, showing consistent strong growth. d) It showed no change compared to the previous month. Ans: b) It improved, but the growth rate was the slowest since March.

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1.The recent United States government shutdown gained notoriety for what historical reason? a) It was the first time the government shut down. b) It was the longest in the nation's history. c) It resulted in the highest number of fur...

1.The recent United States government shutdown gained notoriety for what historical reason? a) It was the first time the government shut down. b) It was the longest in the nation's history. c) It resulted in the highest number of furloughed federal workers ever. d) It was the first shutdown to impact international air travel. Ans: b) It was the longest in the nation's history. 2.Which country's President, Bongbong Marcos, declared a national state of calamity in response to the devastation caused by Typhoon Kalmaegi? a) Vietnam b) Thailand c) Philippines d) Indonesia Ans: c) Philippines 3.The "Call to Action on Integrated Fire Management and Wildfire Resilience" was a significant commitment made at which international summit and in which city? a) COP26 in Glasgow b) COP28 in Dubai c) COP30 in Belém d) G7 Summit in Japan Ans: c) COP30 in Belém 4.What specific type of knowledge, in addition to science and policy, is emphasized in the "Call to Action on Integrated Fire Management and Wildfire Resilience" initiative? a) Economic forecasting knowledge b) Traditional and Indigenous knowledge c) Advanced satellite imagery analysis d) Historical meteorological data Ans: b) Traditional and Indigenous knowledge 5.Which international judicial body formally confirmed charges against Ugandan warlord Joseph Kony, leader of the Lord's Resistance Army (LRA)? a) International Court of Justice (ICJ) b) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) c) International Criminal Court (ICC) d) African Union Peace and Security Council (AUPSC) Ans: c) International Criminal Court (ICC) 6.According to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO), what has become the primary driver of growth for Japan's economy amidst external uncertainties? a) Export-led manufacturing b) Government infrastructure spending c) Domestic demand, bolstered by private consumption and investment d) Foreign direct investment in technology Ans: c) Domestic demand, bolstered by private consumption and investment 7.Which Indian organization secured the 1st rank in the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) World Cooperative Monitor 2025? a) Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO) b) National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) c) Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul) d) Krishak Bharati Cooperative Limited (KRIBHCO) Ans: c) Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation (Amul) 8.The Indian Navy's new large survey vessel, SVL Ikshak, significantly enhances India's maritime capabilities and aligns with which national initiative due to its over 80% indigenous content? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Skill India d) Aatmanirbhar Bharat Ans: d) Aatmanirbhar Bharat 9.India recently released new AI Governance Guidelines with the primary aim to: a) Accelerate the development of AI technologies without restrictions. b) Ban the use of certain AI applications in sensitive sectors. c) Balance technical progress with mitigating potential societal risks of artificial intelligence. d) Promote international collaboration on AI research exclusively. Ans: c) Balance technical progress with mitigating potential societal risks of artificial intelligence. 10.Besides the Philippines, which other Southeast Asian nation was reported to have suffered destructive impacts from Typhoon Kalmaegi making landfall? a) Malaysia b) Cambodia c) Vietnam d) Laos Ans: c) Vietnam 11.What was the reported percentage reduction in air traffic by the FAA due to the prolonged US government shutdown? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10%

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1.The first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections on November 6, 2025, witnessed a record voter turnout. What was the approximate percentage of this turnout? a) 58.21% b) 64.66% c) 70.15% d) 55.00% Ans: b) 64.66% 2.Which Ind...

1.The first phase of the Bihar Assembly elections on November 6, 2025, witnessed a record voter turnout. What was the approximate percentage of this turnout? a) 58.21% b) 64.66% c) 70.15% d) 55.00% Ans: b) 64.66% 2.Which Indian state recently concluded the first phase of its Assembly elections on November 6, 2025, reporting a record voter turnout? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Bihar d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Bihar 3.The 150-year commemoration of India's national song 'Vande Mataram' was inaugurated by PM Modi on November 7, 2025. Who penned this iconic song? a) Rabindranath Tagore b) Bankimchandra Chatterji c) Mahatma Gandhi d) Subhas Chandra Bose Ans: b) Bankimchandra Chatterji 4.In which year was India's national song 'Vande Mataram' originally penned, marking its 150-year commemoration in 2025? a) 1857 b) 1875 c) 1885 d) 1905 Ans: b) 1875 5.What commemorative items were released to mark the 150-year commemoration of 'Vande Mataram' in Delhi? a) A special postal cover and book b) A commemorative stamp and coin c) A documentary film and medal d) A new currency note and statue Ans: b) A commemorative stamp and coin 6.Which Indian state has become the first to formally partner with Starlink, SpaceX's satellite-based internet service, to enhance digital connectivity? a) Karnataka b) Maharashtra c) Gujarat d) Tamil Nadu Ans: b) Maharashtra 7.The partnership between Maharashtra and Starlink is aimed at delivering satellite internet connectivity primarily to which areas? a) Urban metropolitan areas b) Industrial zones and tech parks c) Remote and underserved regions d) Coastal areas and ports Ans: c) Remote and underserved regions 8.The collaboration between Maharashtra and Starlink is part of which state initiative? a) 'Smart Maharashtra Project' b) 'Digital Maharashtra mission' c) 'Maharashtra Connect Initiative' d) 'E-Governance Maharashtra' Ans: b) 'Digital Maharashtra mission' 9.India recently repatriated 270 citizens who were trapped in cyber-scam compounds in which neighboring country? a) Bangladesh b) Nepal c) Sri Lanka d) Myanmar Ans: d) Myanmar 10.Indian nationals repatriated from cyber-scam centers in Myawaddy, Myanmar, had initially sought refuge in which country before their return to India? a) Vietnam b) Malaysia c) Thailand d) Cambodia Ans: c) Thailand 11.The Supreme Court of India recently highlighted the severe challenge posed by 'digital arrest' scams. Which demographic group has been predominantly targeted by these fraudsters? a) Young professionals b) Students c) The elderly population d) Small business owners Ans: c) The elderly population 12.Who is India's Chief Economic Advisor who recently suggested promoting careers less affected by AI to address job creation challenges? a) Raghuram Rajan b) Arvind Subramanian c) V Anantha Nageswaran d) Urjit Patel Ans: c) V Anantha Nageswaran 13.Which lake in Bihar was recently designated as India's 94th Ramsar site, recognizing its ecological importance as an oxbow wetland? a) Dal Lake b) Wular Lake c) Gogabeel Lake d) Chilika Lake Ans: c) Gogabeel Lake 14.The Umngot River, recently in news due to unusual murkiness linked to pollution from highway construction, is located in which Indian state? a) Assam b) Arunachal Pradesh c) Meghalaya d) Sikkim Ans: c) Meghalaya 15.In 2025, Indian philanthropists donated a record ₹10,380 crore. Who was reported as the leading contributor among them? a) Azim Premji b) Mukesh Ambani c) Shiv Nadar d) Gautam Adani Ans: c) Shiv Nadar

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1.What are the new flat rates for the simplified dual Goods and Services Tax (GST) system effective November 1, 2025, replacing the previous four-tier structure? a) 8% and 20% b) 5% and 18% c) 10% and 25% d) 12% and 28% Ans: b) 5% an...

1.What are the new flat rates for the simplified dual Goods and Services Tax (GST) system effective November 1, 2025, replacing the previous four-tier structure? a) 8% and 20% b) 5% and 18% c) 10% and 25% d) 12% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.As of November 1, 2025, what are the revised fees for biometric and demographic updates to Aadhaar for adults, respectively? a) ₹75 for biometric, ₹125 for demographic b) ₹100 for biometric, ₹50 for demographic c) ₹125 for biometric, ₹75 for demographic d) ₹50 for biometric, ₹100 for demographic Ans: c) ₹125 for biometric, ₹75 for demographic 3.A key proposed change in the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)'s draft airline ticket cancellation policy, released on November 3, 2025, is the elimination of cancellation fees for tickets canceled within what timeframe of booking? a) 12 hours b) 24 hours c) 48 hours d) 72 hours Ans: c) 48 hours 4.The third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI 1.2) Scheme for Speciality Steel was launched by which Union Minister on November 5, 2025? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Amit Shah c) H.D. Kumaraswamy d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) H.D. Kumaraswamy 5.The PLI Scheme for Speciality Steel is aligned with which national mission, aiming to position India as a global manufacturing hub for high-value steel products? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Atmanirbhar Bharat d) Skill India Mission Ans: c) Atmanirbhar Bharat 6.What approach has the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) advocated for AI regulation in its India AI Governance Guidelines, unveiled on November 5, 2025? a) Strict regulatory oversight b) A "hands-off" approach to foster innovation c) Immediate implementation of a new AI law d) International collaboration for unified laws Ans: b) A "hands-off" approach to foster innovation 7.What is the total outlay of the historic Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 3, 2025? a) ₹50,000 Crore b) ₹75,000 Crore c) ₹1 Lakh Crore d) ₹2 Lakh Crore Ans: c) ₹1 Lakh Crore 8.The ₹1 Lakh Crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme was launched by Prime Minister Modi during which conclave? a) India Innovation Summit 2025 b) Global Technology Forum 2025 c) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 d) National Research & Development Conference 2025 Ans: c) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 9.Which of the following is NOT mentioned in the provided content as an example of a state-level women's unconditional cash transfer (UCT) scheme? a) Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai Thittam (Tamil Nadu) b) Ladli Behna Yojana (Madhya Pradesh) c) Shakti Scheme (Himachal Pradesh) d) Gruha Lakshmi scheme (Karnataka) Ans: c) Shakti Scheme (Himachal Pradesh) 10.Who launched a month-long nationwide campaign on November 5, 2025, to promote Digital Life Certificates (DLCs) for pensioners? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Union Minister Jitendra Singh c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman d) UIDAI Chairman Ans: b) Union Minister Jitendra Singh 11.Under the new FASTag penalty system commencing November 15, 2025, what is the penalty for vehicles making cash payments at FASTag lanes? a) 1.25x toll charges b) 1.5x toll charges c) 2x toll charges d) 2.5x toll charges Ans: c) 2x toll charges 12.Effective November 1, 2025, how many individuals can bank account and locker holders now nominate, with the option to assign specific entitlement percentages? a) Up to two individuals b) Up to three individuals c) Up to four individuals d) Unlimited individuals Ans: c) Up to four individuals 13.What is the deadline for Central Government employees to switch from the National Pension System (NPS) to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)? a) November 15, 2025 b) November 30, 2025 c) December 31, 2025 d) January 31, 2026 Ans: b) November 30, 2025 14.According to the proposed DGCA airline policy, what is the stipulated maximum processing time for credit card refunds? a) Immediately b) Within 7 days c) Within 14 days d) Within 21 working days Ans: b) Within 7 days

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1.Which upcoming series has Rishabh Pant been named as vice-captain for India's Test squad? a) ODI series against Australia b) Test series against South Africa c) T20I series against England d) Asia Cup Ans: b) Test series against So...

1.Which upcoming series has Rishabh Pant been named as vice-captain for India's Test squad? a) ODI series against Australia b) Test series against South Africa c) T20I series against England d) Asia Cup Ans: b) Test series against South Africa 2.What historic achievement of the Indian Women's Cricket Team was recently recognized with felicitations including meetings with the Prime Minister and President? a) Winning their first-ever Asian Games gold medal b) Clinching their first-ever World Cup title c) Reaching the finals of the T20 World Cup for the first time d) Winning a bilateral series against Australia for the first time Ans: b) Clinching their first-ever World Cup title 3.Indian Grandmaster Diptayan Ghosh recently defeated which prominent chess player in the Chess World Cup? a) Magnus Carlsen b) Viswanathan Anand c) Ian Nepomniachtchi d) Fabiano Caruana Ans: c) Ian Nepomniachtchi 4.For which squad has Anvay Dravid, son of India's head coach Rahul Dravid, been selected? a) India Under-16 National Team b) India A squad for a tour c) India Under-19 Challenger Trophy squad d) Ranji Trophy squad for Karnataka Ans: c) India Under-19 Challenger Trophy squad 5.Which South African legend has Suryakumar Yadav openly sought advice from regarding balancing T20 and ODI formats? a) Jacques Kallis b) Graeme Smith c) AB de Villiers d) Dale Steyn Ans: c) AB de Villiers 6.Which of the following statements about Rishabh Pant's recent cricketing activities is NOT true according to the provided text? a) He led India A in an unofficial Test. b) He scored 90 in an unofficial Test against South Africa A. c) He was out of action since fracturing his foot during a Test series in England. d) He has been named captain for the upcoming Test series against South Africa. Ans: d) He has been named captain for the upcoming Test series against South Africa. 7.Which senior fast bowler has been omitted from India's Test squad for the upcoming series against South Africa, despite recent strong performances in the Ranji Trophy? a) Jasprit Bumrah b) Mohammed Siraj c) Mohammed Shami d) Umesh Yadav Ans: c) Mohammed Shami

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1.The ₹1 lakh-crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund, launched at ESTIC 2025, primarily aims to provide financial support to which of the following? a) Government-funded research institutions exclusively b) Priv...

1.The ₹1 lakh-crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund, launched at ESTIC 2025, primarily aims to provide financial support to which of the following? a) Government-funded research institutions exclusively b) Private-sector R&D projects through long-tenure, low or zero-interest loans c) International collaborations for scientific research d) Public sector undertakings for infrastructure development Ans: b) Private-sector R&D projects through long-tenure, low or zero-interest loans 2.The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 is set to replace which long-standing traditional event in India's scientific calendar? a) Indian Engineering Congress b) Indian Science Congress c) National Technology Summit d) Annual Research & Innovation Fair Ans: b) Indian Science Congress 3.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a sunrise sector targeted by the RDI Scheme Fund for private sector R&D? a) Quantum Tech b) Green Hydrogen c) Traditional Heavy Industries d) Next-gen Communication Ans: c) Traditional Heavy Industries 4.What is India's ambitious target for securing worldwide 6G patents by the year 2030, as highlighted during ESTIC 2025? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 5.The new India AI Governance Guidelines, released by MeitY, advocate for what kind of approach towards AI innovation? a) A strictly regulatory, "throttling" approach b) A "hands-off" approach prioritizing innovation with necessary guardrails c) An approach focused solely on public sector AI development d) A framework limiting international AI collaborations Ans: b) A "hands-off" approach prioritizing innovation with necessary guardrails 6.The committee responsible for drafting the new India AI Governance Guidelines was headed by which of the following individuals? a) Narendra Modi b) Balaraman Ravindran c) The Chief Minister of Odisha d) The Secretary of the Department of Telecommunications Ans: b) Balaraman Ravindran 7.Which of the following is NOT a key emphasis of the new India AI Governance Guidelines? a) Expanding access to AI infrastructure b) Building capacity through AI skilling c) Implementing rigid, unchanging regulatory frameworks d) Boosting accountability in the AI ecosystem Ans: c) Implementing rigid, unchanging regulatory frameworks 8.The IN-UK-STP Dashboard is a digital platform launched to enhance science and technology collaboration between India and which other country? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Germany d) Japan Ans: b) United Kingdom 9.India's first end-to-end Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor facility was inaugurated in which Indian city? a) Hyderabad b) New Delhi c) Bhubaneswar d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Bhubaneswar 10.The Telangana Artificial Intelligence Innovation Hub (TAIH) has been established in which city, aiming to boost AI research and development? a) Chennai b) Mumbai c) Hyderabad d) Pune Ans: c) Hyderabad 11.The inauguration of India's first end-to-end Silicon Carbide (SiC) semiconductor facility marks a significant step towards self-reliance in which critical industry? a) Renewable Energy Manufacturing b) Pharmaceutical Production c) Semiconductor Manufacturing d) Aerospace Engineering Ans: c) Semiconductor Manufacturing 12.What is the ambitious long-term goal for the Telangana Artificial Intelligence Innovation Hub (TAIH) by the year 2035? a) To achieve 100% AI literacy in Telangana b) To develop India's first sentient AI c) To position Telangana among the top 20 global AI hubs d) To export AI technology to all G20 nations Ans: c) To position Telangana among the top 20 global AI hubs

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1.By what year is India projected to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 2.Which of the following is NOT one of the "4 Ds" identified as key drivers for India's ambitious ec...

1.By what year is India projected to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 2.Which of the following is NOT one of the "4 Ds" identified as key drivers for India's ambitious economic growth trajectory? a) Development b) Digitalisation c) Deregulation d) Decarbonisation Ans: c) Deregulation 3.According to the provided content, what were the primary drivers for the strong performance of India's manufacturing sector in October 2025? a) Increased foreign investment and reduced import duties b) Strong domestic demand and GST relief measures c) Export subsidies and stable global supply chains d) Government infrastructure spending and lower interest rates Ans: b) Strong domestic demand and GST relief measures 4.Who is the Union Minister currently reviewing the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations with New Zealand? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar d) Amit Shah Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 5.In the ongoing FTA talks with New Zealand, India has reiterated its commitment to safeguarding the interests of which specific domestic sectors? a) Automobile and textile industries b) Pharmaceutical and IT services c) Dairy and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) d) Renewable energy and defense manufacturing Ans: c) Dairy and Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) 6.A key objective of the new regulations being worked on for Special Economic Zones (SEZs) is to enable exporters to achieve which of the following? a) Exclusively focus on international markets b) Access the domestic market more effectively c) Reduce their dependence on government subsidies d) Prioritize agricultural exports over manufactured goods Ans: b) Access the domestic market more effectively 7.What significant amendment was introduced to SEZ rules in June 2025, particularly benefiting semiconductor and electronics manufacturing SEZs? a) Imposing higher tariffs on imported components b) Increasing labor regulations for foreign companies c) Reducing land requirements for establishment d) Restricting access to domestic distribution networks Ans: c) Reducing land requirements for establishment 8.The remarkable growth in India's Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI) sector is primarily attributed to which two factors? a) Government bailouts and foreign aid b) Decreased financial regulations and tax exemptions c) Increasing financialization of savings and robust regulatory reforms d) Expansion into cryptocurrency and speculative investments Ans: c) Increasing financialization of savings and robust regulatory reforms 9.Morgan Stanley's optimistic forecast for India's market growth is based on which of the following assessments? a) Imminent global recession b) Conclusion of the market correction phase and acceleration of India's growth cycle c) Stagnation in international trade relations d) Strict tightening of banking regulations by RBI Ans: b) Conclusion of the market correction phase and acceleration of India's growth cycle 10.Which of the following is cited as a factor contributing to Morgan Stanley's bullish sentiment on India's market? a) Anticipated rate hikes by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Worsening international trade relations c) Easing banking regulations d) Increased government borrowing Ans: c) Easing banking regulations

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1.Which typhoon recently caused widespread destruction in the Philippines, particularly in Visayas and Mindanao? a) Typhoon Melissa b) Typhoon Kalmaegi c) Typhoon Haiyan d) Typhoon Rai Ans: b) Typhoon Kalmaegi 2.What is the ...

1.Which typhoon recently caused widespread destruction in the Philippines, particularly in Visayas and Mindanao? a) Typhoon Melissa b) Typhoon Kalmaegi c) Typhoon Haiyan d) Typhoon Rai Ans: b) Typhoon Kalmaegi 2.What is the name of the cross-border payments initiative formally operationalized by BRICS nations to reduce dependence on the U.S. dollar? a) BRICS TradeNet b) BRICS Pay c) BRICS FinLink d) BRICS Exchange Ans: b) BRICS Pay 3.The 'BRICS Pay' initiative was formally operationalized at which BRICS Summit and in which city? a) 15th BRICS Summit, Johannesburg b) 16th BRICS Summit, Kazan c) 14th BRICS Summit, Beijing d) 17th BRICS Summit, Delhi Ans: b) 16th BRICS Summit, Kazan 4.Who recently won the New York City mayoral race, becoming the city's youngest mayor and the first Muslim to hold the office? a) Eric Adams b) Bill de Blasio c) Zohran Mamdani d) Andrew Yang Ans: c) Zohran Mamdani 5.The recent U.S. federal government shutdown was significant because it: a) Resulted in the highest economic loss ever b) Was the first shutdown under the current administration c) Became the longest shutdown in U.S. history d) Was resolved by a unanimous Senate vote Ans: c) Became the longest shutdown in U.S. history 6.Which country's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, recently called for sexual harassment to be made a criminal offense nationwide after an incident? a) Argentina b) Brazil c) Mexico d) Chile Ans: c) Mexico 7.The UN Secretary-General recently warned that the civil war in which country is 'spiraling out of control'? a) Yemen b) Syria c) Ethiopia d) Sudan Ans: d) Sudan 8.Besides Typhoon Kalmaegi in the Philippines, which other natural disaster and location were mentioned with an increasing casualty toll? a) Earthquake in Turkey b) Hurricane Melissa in Haiti c) Floods in Pakistan d) Wildfires in Australia Ans: b) Hurricane Melissa in Haiti 9.What is a primary strategic goal behind the BRICS nations' push for de-dollarization and initiatives like 'BRICS Pay'? a) To increase the value of the Chinese Yuan b) To reduce vulnerability to US sanctions and increase developing economies' autonomy c) To establish a global cryptocurrency d) To merge their national currencies into one Ans: b) To reduce vulnerability to US sanctions and increase developing economies' autonomy 10.Zohran Mamdani, the newly elected Mayor of New York City, is associated with which political ideology? a) Libertarian b) Conservative c) Democratic Socialist d) Green Party Ans: c) Democratic Socialist 11.A fatal UPS Airlines Flight 2976 crash occurred recently after takeoff from which U.S. city? a) Atlanta, Georgia b) Memphis, Tennessee c) Louisville, Kentucky d) Dallas, Texas Ans: c) Louisville, Kentucky 12.The recent car ramming incident in France, where the perpetrator was arrested, occurred on which French island? a) Corsica b) Réunion c) Martinique d) Oléron Ans: d) Oléron

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1.What is the targeted bilateral trade volume between India and the U.S. by 2030, as confirmed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal? a) $191 billion b) $250 billion c) $500 billion d) $1 trillion Ans: c) $500 billion
1.What is the targeted bilateral trade volume between India and the U.S. by 2030, as confirmed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal? a) $191 billion b) $250 billion c) $500 billion d) $1 trillion Ans: c) $500 billion 2.Which two Indian cooperative organizations secured the 1st and 2nd ranks respectively in the global ranking for cooperatives, as highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) ITC and Reliance Fresh b) Amul and IFFCO c) Mother Dairy and KRIBHCO d) Nabard and NCDC Ans: b) Amul and IFFCO 3.The third round of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Specialty Steel (PLI scheme 1.2) was launched by which Union Minister? a) Piyush Goyal b) Narendra Modi c) H.D. Kumaraswamy d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: c) H.D. Kumaraswamy 4.India is set to reduce its direct imports of Russian crude oil primarily due to which reason? a) Increased domestic production of crude oil b) New US sanctions on specific Russian oil companies c) A shift towards renewable energy sources d) A new trade agreement with Middle Eastern countries Ans: b) New US sanctions on specific Russian oil companies 5.Which institution executed its first gold transaction as a Special Category Client (SCC) on the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) at GIFT City, Gujarat? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) National Stock Exchange (NSE) Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 6.What primary measures were mentioned for combating the 'very poor' air quality in Delhi, in addition to advisories for schools? a) Implementation of odd-even vehicle scheme and tree plantation drives b) Construction bans and vehicle restrictions c) Encouraging public transport and imposing fines on polluters d) Cloud seeding and mandatory work-from-home Ans: b) Construction bans and vehicle restrictions 7.Ganga Utsav 2025 celebrations, which kicked off on November 4, combine cultural festivities with what specific objective? a) Promoting tourism along the Ganga b) River-conservation drives c) Celebrating local agricultural produce d) Highlighting historical sites along the river Ans: b) River-conservation drives 8.The Government of Telangana established the Telangana Artificial Intelligence Innovation Hub (TAIH) with the aim of positioning Telangana among the top global AI hubs by which year? a) 2025 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2035 9.How many constituencies were covered in the first phase of polling for the Bihar Assembly Elections on November 6? a) 71 b) 121 c) 150 d) 243 Ans: b) 121 10.Following the reduction in direct Russian crude oil imports, Indian refiners plan to diversify their supplies from which regions? a) East Asia and Australia b) South America and Eastern Europe c) Middle East, the Americas, West Africa, and Canada d) Central Asia and Scandinavia Ans: c) Middle East, the Americas, West Africa, and Canada 11.The Supreme Court of India announced a verdict regarding the feeding of stray dogs in government and public-sector premises, addressing which key concerns? a) Only animal welfare and rights of feeders b) Public safety, municipal responsibilities, and animal welfare c) Only municipal budget allocation for animal control d) The legal status of stray animals in urban areas Ans: b) Public safety, municipal responsibilities, and animal welfare

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1.What is the primary focus of the ₹1 lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched by the Indian government? a) Agricultural subsidies for small farmers b) Cultivating a private sector-driven innovation e...

1.What is the primary focus of the ₹1 lakh crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched by the Indian government? a) Agricultural subsidies for small farmers b) Cultivating a private sector-driven innovation environment c) Funding for public sector undertakings in heavy industries d) Development of rural infrastructure projects Ans: b) Cultivating a private sector-driven innovation environment 2.The Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund was officially unveiled during which major event? a) India Economic Forum 2025 b) Global Innovation Summit 2025 c) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 d) National Science Congress 2025 Ans: c) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 3.Which organization launched the Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025 to expand social security coverage and promote voluntary compliance? a) Ministry of Finance b) Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) c) NITI Aayog d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Ans: b) Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) 4.The Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025, launched by EPFO, is a special initiative scheduled to run for how long? a) Three months b) Six months c) One year d) Eighteen months Ans: b) Six months 5.What is the primary goal of Karnataka's Skill Development Policy 2025-32? a) To become a leading IT exporter b) To position Karnataka as the 'Skill Capital of India' c) To achieve 100% literacy rate by 2030 d) To double agricultural income by 2032 Ans: b) To position Karnataka as the 'Skill Capital of India' 6.As part of its Skill Development Policy 2025-32, Karnataka aims to establish a Skill University in which location? a) Bengaluru b) Mysuru c) Sandur d) Hubballi Ans: c) Sandur 7.The Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) initiative is a collaborative effort involving which three Ministries? a) Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of Defence b) Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tribal Affairs c) Ministry of Health, Ministry of Women & Child Development, Ministry of Rural Development d) Ministry of Environment, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports Ans: b) Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tribal Affairs 8.The Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) initiative is aligned with which significant national policy? a) National Health Policy 2017 b) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 c) National Youth Policy 2014 d) National Skill Development Policy 2015 Ans: b) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 9.The Haryana government has notified new guidelines for a financial assistance scheme of ₹51,000 for the marriage of which specific group? a) Daughters of Below Poverty Line (BPL) families b) Daughters and grand-daughters of state freedom fighters and Indian National Army (INA) personnel c) Female government employees d) Girls pursuing higher education Ans: b) Daughters and grand-daughters of state freedom fighters and Indian National Army (INA) personnel 10.What was the stated purpose behind the reduction in the November Administered Price Mechanism (APM) gas price? a) To increase government revenue from gas sales b) To promote the export of natural gas c) To maintain energy affordability for critical sectors and consumers d) To encourage domestic production of crude oil Ans: c) To maintain energy affordability for critical sectors and consumers 11.The Department of Science and Technology (DST) successfully concluded Special Campaign 5.0 with a primary focus on what two aspects? a) Digitalization of records and online service delivery b) Swachhata (cleanliness) and pendency reduction c) International collaborations and technology transfer d) Research funding allocation and project monitoring Ans: b) Swachhata (cleanliness) and pendency reduction

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1.The Indian Women's Cricket Team recently secured their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title by defeating which country in the final? a) Australia b) England c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 2.Where was the...

1.The Indian Women's Cricket Team recently secured their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title by defeating which country in the final? a) Australia b) England c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 2.Where was the final match of the ICC Women's World Cup, won by the Indian team, played? a) Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad b) Eden Gardens, Kolkata c) Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: c) Dr. DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai 3.What was the amount of the financial reward announced by the BCCI for the World Cup-winning Indian Women's Cricket squad? a) ₹25 crore b) ₹51 crore c) ₹75 crore d) ₹100 crore Ans: b) ₹51 crore 4.Who was awarded Player of the Final in the ICC Women's World Cup match where India secured its maiden title? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Richa Ghosh c) Jemimah Rodrigues d) Shafali Verma Ans: d) Shafali Verma 5.DDCA President Rohan Jaitley attributed the success of the Indian Women's Cricket Team to the effectiveness of which two key initiatives? a) IPL and Men's Test Cricket promotions b) Women's Premier League (WPL) and pay parity c) Youth Cricket Academy and foreign coaches d) State-level tournaments and sponsorship deals Ans: b) Women's Premier League (WPL) and pay parity 6.Which Indian cricketer is slated to have a wax statue unveiled in Jaipur to commemorate the Indian Women's Cricket Team's ICC Women's World Cup victory? a) Mithali Raj b) Smriti Mandhana c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Jhulan Goswami Ans: c) Harmanpreet Kaur 7.Which international cricket body issued disciplinary verdicts following incidents in the India vs. Pakistan matches during the recent Asia Cup? a) Asian Cricket Council (ACC) b) International Cricket Council (ICC) c) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) d) Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ans: b) International Cricket Council (ICC) 8.Which Pakistani cricketer received a two-game ban from the ICC for disciplinary incidents during the Asia Cup? a) Babar Azam b) Shaheen Afridi c) Haris Rauf d) Mohammad Rizwan Ans: c) Haris Rauf 9.Which Indian weightlifter's current weight class has been removed from the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, prompting her to consider competing in the 53kg category? a) Saikhom Mirabai Chanu b) Karnam Malleswari c) Sanjita Chanu d) Purnima Devi Ans: a) Saikhom Mirabai Chanu 10.In the latest ICC Women's ODI rankings, who replaced Smriti Mandhana at the top spot? a) Beth Mooney b) Laura Wolvaardt c) Natalie Sciver-Brunt d) Hayley Matthews Ans: b) Laura Wolvaardt 11.Which Indian grandmaster(s) secured wins in their second-round games at the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025, while others like Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa were held to draws? a) Gukesh and Praggnanandhaa b) Vidit Gujrathi and Gukesh c) Arjun Erigaisi and Pranav V d) Pranav V and Vidit Gujrathi Ans: c) Arjun Erigaisi and Pranav V 12.Which Indian cricketer entered the top 10 in the latest ICC Women's ODI rankings, alongside Laura Wolvaardt taking the top spot? a) Deepti Sharma b) Pooja Vastrakar c) Jemimah Rodrigues d) Renuka Singh Ans: c) Jemimah Rodrigues

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1.What is the primary purpose of the ₹1 Lakh Crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched at ESTIC 2025? a) To provide grants for government research laboratories only. b) To invigorate a private sector-drive...

1.What is the primary purpose of the ₹1 Lakh Crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched at ESTIC 2025? a) To provide grants for government research laboratories only. b) To invigorate a private sector-driven research and innovation ecosystem. c) To fund international collaborations in space technology. d) To establish new public sector research institutions. Ans: b) To invigorate a private sector-driven research and innovation ecosystem. 2.Which of the following deep-tech breakthroughs was announced by Union Minister Jitendra Singh at ESTIC 2025? a) India's first successful test of a hypersonic missile. b) Development of advanced nuclear fusion reactors. c) India's first indigenous CAR-T Cell Therapy for cancer. d) Creation of a new generation of supercomputers for weather prediction. Ans: c) India's first indigenous CAR-T Cell Therapy for cancer. 3.In the context of ESTIC 2025, DRDO is playing a central role in which thematic session and has made significant progress in its related indigenous technology? a) Robotics and Artificial Intelligence for healthcare, developing prosthetic limbs. b) Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturing, including 4-inch Silicon Carbide (SiC) wafers. c) Renewable Energy Solutions, focusing on advanced solar panel efficiency. d) Oceanography and Marine Biology, developing underwater drones. Ans: b) Electronics & Semiconductor Manufacturing, including 4-inch Silicon Carbide (SiC) wafers. 4.What is the name of India's heaviest communication satellite successfully launched by ISRO using the LVM3-M5 rocket? a) RISAT-2BR1 b) EOS-04 c) CMS-03 (GSAT-7R) d) Cartosat-3 Ans: c) CMS-03 (GSAT-7R) 5.The CMS-03 satellite, weighing approximately 4,410 kg, is primarily intended to enhance India's capabilities in which specific area? a) Earth observation and mapping for urban planning. b) Weather forecasting for agricultural purposes. c) Maritime and communication, particularly for the Indian Navy. d) Deep-space exploration and planetary research missions. Ans: c) Maritime and communication, particularly for the Indian Navy. 6.What is the purpose of the pilot version of the India-United Kingdom Science and Technology Partnership (IN-UK-STP) Dashboard? a) To track bilateral trade agreements between India and the UK. b) To map bilateral science and technology projects and align priorities. c) To monitor military cooperation and joint defense exercises. d) To facilitate cultural exchange programs and tourism. Ans: b) To map bilateral science and technology projects and align priorities. 7.Which Indian institution maintained its position as the best Indian institute for the fifth consecutive year in the latest QS University Rankings for Asia? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru b) Delhi University c) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Delhi d) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Bombay Ans: c) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)-Delhi 8.Besides long-term financing at low or nil interest rates, what other key feature is part of the ₹1 Lakh Crore RDI Scheme Fund? a) A dedicated fund for government employees' welfare programs. b) A Deep-Tech Fund-of-Funds for startups. c) Grants exclusively for international researchers working in India. d) Subsidies for agricultural machinery and equipment. Ans: b) A Deep-Tech Fund-of-Funds for startups. 9.Union Minister Jitendra Singh encouraged Indian diaspora scientists to contribute to the nation's scientific renaissance by promoting a shift from 'brain drain' to which model? a) 'Brain gain' by attracting foreign scientists to India. b) 'Reverse brain drain' using digital collaboration tools. c) 'Brain circulation' through short-term international assignments. d) 'Brain trust' by establishing Indian research centers abroad. Ans: b) 'Reverse brain drain' using digital collaboration tools. 10.NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub unveiled a roadmap titled 'Reimagining Agriculture: A Roadmap for Frontier Technology Led Transformation' in which city? a) New Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Gandhinagar d) Chandigarh Ans: c) Gandhinagar 11.The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC 2025) was held at which venue? a) Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi b) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi c) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi d) India Habitat Centre, New Delhi Ans: c) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi 12.What kind of quantum technology breakthroughs were announced at ESTIC 2025? a) Development of a 100-qubit quantum processor and quantum radar. b) India's indigenous quantum security chip (QSIP) and first 25-qubit quantum computing chip (QPU). c) Breakthroughs in quantum entanglement for interstellar communication. d) Creation of quantum batteries with infinite charge capacity. Ans: b) India's indigenous quantum security chip (QSIP) and first 25-qubit quantum computing chip (QPU). 13.Which university launched 'Campus Tank', India's largest university-led launchpad for young innovators, and 'CU AI Space' equipped with advanced AI tools? a) Delhi University b) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi c) Chandigarh University-Uttar Pradesh d) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru Ans: c) Chandigarh University-Uttar Pradesh

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1.According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, what is India's ambitious economic goal regarding its global ranking? a) To become the world's second-largest economy b) To become the world's third-largest economy c) To become the...

1.According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, what is India's ambitious economic goal regarding its global ranking? a) To become the world's second-largest economy b) To become the world's third-largest economy c) To become the world's fifth-largest economy d) To maintain its current position as the tenth-largest economy Ans: b) To become the world's third-largest economy 2.From what global economic ranking in 2014 has India significantly advanced, as highlighted by the Finance Minister? a) Twelfth-largest economy b) Eighth-largest economy c) Tenth-largest economy d) Sixth-largest economy Ans: c) Tenth-largest economy 3.What significant social achievement was attributed to India's inclusive growth model by the Finance Minister? a) Achieving universal literacy b) Lifting 25 million people out of multi-dimensional poverty c) Eradicating unemployment d) Doubling farmers' income Ans: b) Lifting 25 million people out of multi-dimensional poverty 4.What is the fiscal deficit target, as a percentage of GDP, for India for the financial year 2025-26? a) 3.5% b) 4.4% c) 5.1% d) 6.0% Ans: b) 4.4% 5.What is the primary objective of the US$ 11.27 billion Research, Development, and Innovation Fund launched by the Prime Minister? a) To boost agricultural productivity b) To promote private-led innovation and position India as a global science and technology leader c) To fund infrastructure projects d) To provide subsidies for small businesses Ans: b) To promote private-led innovation and position India as a global science and technology leader 6.What was the approximate record consumer spending recorded during India's month-long festive season (September 22 to October 21, 2025)? a) US$ 45.2 billion b) US$ 50.0 billion c) US$ 67.6 billion d) US$ 75.8 billion Ans: c) US$ 67.6 billion 7.What was a significant government policy change that primarily drove the surge in consumer spending during the festive season? a) Income tax reductions for all citizens b) Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts across numerous product categories c) Direct cash transfers to households d) Increased public sector salaries Ans: b) Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts across numerous product categories 8.A Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) of 59.2 in October 2025, as reported in the text, generally indicates what for the manufacturing sector? a) A contraction in manufacturing activity b) Stagnation in manufacturing output c) Strong expansion and robust demand d) A slight decline in production Ans: c) Strong expansion and robust demand 9.Which major public sector bank reported a 10% rise in its net profit for the September quarter (Q2 FY26), partly aided by a one-time income from the sale of Yes Bank shares? a) Punjab National Bank b) Bank of Baroda c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) Canara Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 10.Which prominent company reported an impressive 84% growth in its Q2 net profit, reaching ₹3,199 crore? a) Reliance Industries b) Tata Consultancy Services c) Adani Enterprises d) Infosys Ans: c) Adani Enterprises 11.Which telecom major announced a substantial 89% year-on-year increase in net profit for Q2 FY25? a) Vodafone Idea b) Bharti Airtel c) Reliance Jio d) BSNL Ans: b) Bharti Airtel 12.The Enforcement Directorate provisionally attached assets linked to the Reliance Anil Ambani Group as part of an investigation related to which specific financial institution? a) ICICI Bank b) HDFC Bank c) Axis Bank d) YES Bank Ans: d) YES Bank 13.What is a key concern raised by experts regarding the booming Initial Public Offering (IPO) market in India? a) Lack of investor interest b) Insufficient regulatory oversight c) Potential red flags concerning stretched market valuations d) Limited number of companies going public Ans: c) Potential red flags concerning stretched market valuations 14.OYO's parent company, PRISM, withdrew a controversial bonus share scheme following what event? a) A change in government policy b) Investor backlash c) A legal injunction d) A decline in company profits Ans: b) Investor backlash 15.Which company, known for jewellery and watches, saw its consolidated net profit rise by 59.1% in Q2 FY26? a) PC Jeweller b) Kalyan Jewellers c) Titan Company d) Rajesh Exports Ans: c) Titan Company 16.Which Adani Group entity reported a 29% jump in consolidated net profit for Q2 FY26? a) Adani Green Energy b) Adani Power c) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) d) Adani Transmission Ans: c) Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) 17.What significant trend did Bajaj Finance report concerning festive loans? a) A significant 27% surge in festive loan volume b) A 15% decline in festive loan approvals c) Stagnation in festive loan demand d) Withdrawal from the festive loan market Ans: a) A significant 27% surge in festive loan volume

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1.Which nation has become the first globally to implement a generational ban on tobacco, prohibiting sales to anyone born on or after a specific date? a) New Zealand b) Singapore c) Maldives d) Iceland Ans: c) Maldives 2.The...

1.Which nation has become the first globally to implement a generational ban on tobacco, prohibiting sales to anyone born on or after a specific date? a) New Zealand b) Singapore c) Maldives d) Iceland Ans: c) Maldives 2.The Maldives' landmark generational tobacco ban prohibits the purchase and use of tobacco products, including e-cigarettes, for individuals born on or after what date? a) January 1, 2000 b) January 1, 2005 c) January 1, 2007 d) January 1, 2010 Ans: c) January 1, 2007 3.China recently achieved a significant breakthrough in nuclear energy by successfully converting thorium-232 into uranium-233 using which type of reactor? a) Pressurized Water Reactor (PWR) b) Boiling Water Reactor (BWR) c) Thorium Molten Salt Reactor (TMSR) d) Fast Breeder Reactor (FBR) Ans: c) Thorium Molten Salt Reactor (TMSR) 4.Which of the following is a key characteristic of the Thorium Molten Salt Reactor (TMSR) technology used in China's recent nuclear energy breakthrough? a) Uses heavy water as a moderator b) Operates at extremely high pressures c) Employs molten salt as a coolant d) Requires enriched uranium as initial fuel Ans: c) Employs molten salt as a coolant 5.China's achievement in thorium-uranium fuel conversion validates the potential of thorium as a next-generation nuclear fuel. This has significant implications for countries with vast thorium reserves, such as: a) Japan b) Germany c) India d) Canada Ans: c) India 6.The High Seas Treaty, poised for enforcement in early 2026, is formally known by what acronym? a) UNCLOS b) BBNJ c) IMO d) ICJ Ans: b) BBNJ 7.The Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction (BBNJ) Agreement, also known as the High Seas Treaty, is expected to come into force in what year? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 8.The High Seas Treaty (BBNJ Agreement) represents the first legally binding global accord dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of marine biodiversity in international waters, covering approximately what percentage of the world's oceans? a) 20% b) 40% c) 60% d) 80% Ans: c) 60% 9.The fourth International Conference for Families of Missing Persons, addressing the global crisis of disappearances, was hosted by which international organization? a) United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) b) Amnesty International c) International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) d) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Ans: c) International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) 10.By the end of 2024, over 284,000 individuals were registered as missing with the Family Links Network. This figure was highlighted at which event? a) World Economic Forum b) G20 Summit c) International Conference for Families of Missing Persons d) UN General Assembly Ans: c) International Conference for Families of Missing Persons 11.According to research from the University of Oxford, a global shift towards plant-based eating patterns could significantly reduce global agricultural labor needs by what approximate percentage by 2030? a) 1-4% b) 5-28% c) 30-45% d) 50-70% Ans: b) 5-28% 12.The Oxford study on plant-based diets suggests that the primary reason for a potential decline in global agricultural labor needs is a decreased demand for which type of production? a) Grain cultivation b) Livestock production c) Dairy farming d) Cash crops Ans: b) Livestock production 13.While a shift to plant-based diets might reduce overall agricultural labor, the Oxford study indicates that lower-income nations might see an increased need for workers in which specific agricultural sector? a) Aquaculture b) Forestry c) Horticulture d) Biofuel production Ans: c) Horticulture 14.Recent reports indicate that Ukraine carried out a drone attack on a petrochemical plant in which Russian region? a) Rostov Oblast b) Belgorod Oblast c) Bashkortostan d) Krasnodar Krai Ans: c) Bashkortostan

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1.The devastating train collision near Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh in November 2025 involved which two types of trains? a) Express train and freight train b) Goods train and passenger train c) Metro train and goods train...

1.The devastating train collision near Bilaspur railway station in Chhattisgarh in November 2025 involved which two types of trains? a) Express train and freight train b) Goods train and passenger train c) Metro train and goods train d) Local train and passenger train Ans: b) Goods train and passenger train 2.What was the historic achievement of the Indian Women's Cricket Team in 2025? a) Won the T20 World Cup for the first time b) Clinched their first-ever ICC Women's Cricket World Cup title c) Reached the finals of the Commonwealth Games d) Defeated Australia in a bilateral series Ans: b) Clinched their first-ever ICC Women's Cricket World Cup title 3.Which country did the Indian Women's Cricket Team defeat in the final to secure their first ICC Women's Cricket World Cup title in 2025? a) Australia b) England c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 4.What is the name of India's heaviest communication satellite successfully launched by ISRO from Sriharikota using the LVM3-M5 rocket? a) GSAT-30 b) CMS-03 c) EOS-04 d) RISAT-2BR1 Ans: b) CMS-03 5.Which launch vehicle was successfully used by ISRO for the launch of the CMS-03 satellite, India's heaviest communication satellite? a) PSLV-C52 b) LVM3-M5 c) SSLV-D1 d) Ariane 5 Ans: b) LVM3-M5 6.What is the primary objective of ISRO's recently launched CMS-03 satellite? a) Earth observation and mapping b) Bolstering India's maritime and communications capabilities c) Planetary exploration d) Weather forecasting and climate studies Ans: b) Bolstering India's maritime and communications capabilities 7.According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, India is rapidly progressing towards becoming which position among the world's largest economies? a) Fifth-largest b) Fourth-largest c) Third-largest d) Second-largest Ans: c) Third-largest 8.Which of the following factors was highlighted by the Finance Minister as a contributor to India's fast economic growth? a) Reduced government spending b) Decreased foreign investment c) Capital expenditure and AI adoption d) Reliance on traditional industries Ans: c) Capital expenditure and AI adoption 9.Which judicial body orally indicated that regular competitions and tournaments might be excluded from the ambit of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025? a) High Court of Delhi b) Supreme Court of India c) National Green Tribunal d) Competition Commission of India Ans: b) Supreme Court of India 10.The Supreme Court's indication regarding the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, suggests exclusion for which activities, as they do not fall under 'betting and gambling'? a) Online casinos and sports betting b) Regular competitions and tournaments c) Lottery schemes and raffles d) Cryptocurrency trading games Ans: b) Regular competitions and tournaments

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1.What is the total financial outlay for the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹1 lakh crore c) ₹2 lakh crore d) ₹5 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹1 lakh crore
1.What is the total financial outlay for the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹1 lakh crore c) ₹2 lakh crore d) ₹5 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹1 lakh crore 2.The Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme primarily targets deep-tech breakthroughs in which of the following critical areas? a) Agriculture, Textiles, and Handicrafts b) Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors, and Advanced Manufacturing c) Renewable Energy, Biotechnology, and Space Exploration d) Tourism, Hospitality, and Infrastructure Development Ans: b) Artificial Intelligence, Semiconductors, and Advanced Manufacturing 3.How does the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme primarily support high-risk, high-impact projects? a) Through traditional outright grants b) Through low or zero-interest loans and investments in deep-tech ventures c) By directly acquiring private sector companies d) Via tax rebates for all R&D expenses Ans: b) Through low or zero-interest loans and investments in deep-tech ventures 4.The Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme was launched during which conclave? a) India Science Congress 2025 b) Global Technology Summit 2025 c) Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC 2025) d) National Innovation Forum 2025 Ans: c) Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC 2025) 5.Which organization introduced the Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025, effective November 1, 2025? a) Ministry of Labour and Employment b) Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) c) NITI Aayog d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Ans: b) Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) 6.What is the primary objective of the EPFO's Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025? a) To increase tax collection from employers b) To bring more workers into the formal social security system c) To provide unemployment benefits to new employees d) To simplify the provident fund withdrawal process Ans: b) To bring more workers into the formal social security system 7.Under the Employee Enrolment Scheme 2025, what is the nominal penalty for employers enrolling eligible employees who were previously unregistered? a) ₹500 b) ₹1,000 c) ₹100 d) No penalty Ans: c) ₹100 8.The deadline for opting into the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) has been extended to which date in 2025? a) October 31 b) November 15 c) November 30 d) December 31 Ans: c) November 30 9.Which campaign, aimed at 100% digital submission of life certificates by pensioners, was launched by the Department of Pension & Pensioners' Welfare (DoPPW)? a) Jan Suraksha Digital Drive b) National Pension Awareness Program c) National Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign d) Pensioners' Digitalization Initiative Ans: c) National Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign 10.What was the revised Administered Price Mechanism (APM) gas price announced by India for November? a) $6.75 per mBtu b) $6.55 per mBtu c) $6.25 per mBtu d) $7.00 per mBtu Ans: b) $6.55 per mBtu 11.Which body initiated the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls on November 4, 2025? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Election Commission of India (ECI) c) Registrar General of India d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Election Commission of India (ECI) 12.Approximately how many voters are targeted to be covered under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls commenced by the ECI? a) 25 crore b) 35 crore c) 51 crore d) 70 crore Ans: c) 51 crore 13.Which three Ministries collaborated to launch the Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) initiative? a) Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Health, Ministry of Women & Child Development b) Ministry of Rural Development, Ministry of Culture, Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports c) Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tribal Affairs d) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Ministry of Skill Development, Ministry of Environment Ans: c) Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Tribal Affairs 14.The Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) initiative is aligned with which national policy? a) National Skill Development Policy b) National Health Policy c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 d) National Youth Policy Ans: c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 15.What amount is earmarked for the first year of the ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹20,000 crore c) ₹30,000 crore d) ₹50,000 crore Ans: b) ₹20,000 crore

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1.Which country's women's cricket team recently secured their first-ever ICC Women's ODI World Cup title? a) Australia b) England c) India d) New Zealand Ans: c) India 2.Who captained the Indian Women's Cricket team to their...

1.Which country's women's cricket team recently secured their first-ever ICC Women's ODI World Cup title? a) Australia b) England c) India d) New Zealand Ans: c) India 2.Who captained the Indian Women's Cricket team to their maiden ICC Women's ODI World Cup victory? a) Smriti Mandhana b) Mithali Raj c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Jhulan Goswami Ans: c) Harmanpreet Kaur 3.The final match of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup, where India clinched the title, was held in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) Navi Mumbai d) Delhi Ans: c) Navi Mumbai 4.Who was named the Player of the Match in the final of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup for her pivotal role of 87 runs? a) Deepti Sharma b) Shafali Verma c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Sree Charani Ans: b) Shafali Verma 5.Which player received the Player of the Tournament award in the recent ICC Women's ODI World Cup? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Shafali Verma c) Deepti Sharma d) Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Deepti Sharma 6.What was the total cash reward announced by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) for the Indian women's cricket team, support staff, and selection committee for their World Cup victory? a) ₹25 crore b) ₹40 crore c) ₹51 crore d) ₹75 crore Ans: c) ₹51 crore 7.Which of the following dignitaries extended congratulations to the Indian Women's Cricket team for their historic World Cup win? a) President Droupadi Murmu b) Prime Minister Narendra Modi c) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar d) All of the above Ans: d) All of the above 8.The article highlights a significant policy change championed by the BCCI that contributes to systemic improvements in Indian women's cricket. What is it? a) Introduction of a new women's T20 league b) Equal match fees for men and women c) Increased number of international tours d) Mandatory inclusion of foreign players in domestic leagues Ans: b) Equal match fees for men and women 9.In the final match, Deepti Sharma contributed significantly with both bat and ball. What were her statistics mentioned? a) 87 runs and 3 wickets b) 58 runs and 5 wickets c) 52 runs and 4 wickets d) 78 runs and 2 wickets Ans: b) 58 runs and 5 wickets 10.Which Indian city is hosting the FIDE World Cup 2025 in November? a) Chennai b) Mumbai c) Goa d) Delhi Ans: c) Goa 11.Which Indian tennis legend, known for his distinguished 20-year international career, recently announced his retirement? a) Leander Paes b) Mahesh Bhupathi c) Rohan Bopanna d) Somdev Devvarman Ans: c) Rohan Bopanna 12.PV Sindhu recently reached the semifinals at which international badminton championship? a) All England Open b) French Open c) Denmark Open d) Malaysia Open Ans: c) Denmark Open

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1.What is the name of the conclave inaugurated by PM Modi on November 3, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi? a) Science & Technology Innovation Summit (STIS) 2025 b) Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 c) ...

1.What is the name of the conclave inaugurated by PM Modi on November 3, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi? a) Science & Technology Innovation Summit (STIS) 2025 b) Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 c) India's R&D Future Forum (IRDF) 2025 d) National Innovation and Research Dialogue (NIRD) 2025 Ans: b) Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 2.What is the primary objective of the ₹1 Lakh Crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched by PM Modi? a) To provide direct grants to government research institutions. b) To stimulate private sector investment in high-risk, high-impact R&D projects. c) To fund international collaborations in space technology. d) To establish new public sector research laboratories. Ans: b) To stimulate private sector investment in high-risk, high-impact R&D projects. 3.Which of the following initiatives was announced by PM Modi to strengthen research and innovation across universities? a) National Science Endowment b) University Research Grant Commission c) Anusandhan Research Foundation d) Higher Education Innovation Fund Ans: c) Anusandhan Research Foundation 4.What significant achievement in space technology by Indian scientists was mentioned as having occurred a day prior to ESTIC 2025? a) Launch of a manned mission to the Moon. b) Successful launch of India's heaviest communication satellite, GSAT-7R (CMS-03). c) Development of a new reusable rocket technology. d) Establishment of a new space research station. Ans: b) Successful launch of India's heaviest communication satellite, GSAT-7R (CMS-03). 5.According to Prime Minister Modi, what unique distinction does India possess regarding its digital public infrastructure? a) It is the most secure digital public infrastructure globally. b) It is the fastest-growing digital public infrastructure. c) It is the world's first and most successful digital public infrastructure. d) It has the largest number of users for a digital public infrastructure. Ans: c) It is the world's first and most successful digital public infrastructure. 6.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as one of the 11 key thematic areas for deliberations at ESTIC 2025? a) Artificial Intelligence b) Blue Economy c) Nuclear Energy Research d) Quantum Science & Technology Ans: c) Nuclear Energy Research 7.Which two entities collaborated to launch an AI lab in India, as mentioned in the provided content? a) Google and IIT Delhi b) Microsoft and NITI Aayog c) IBM and AICTE d) Amazon and ISRO Ans: c) IBM and AICTE 8.What are the recent trends in India's R&D expenditure and patent registrations, as stated in the content? a) R&D expenditure has tripled, and patent registrations have quadrupled. b) R&D expenditure has doubled, and patent registrations have surged 17 times. c) R&D expenditure has remained stable, while patent registrations have seen a slight increase. d) R&D expenditure has decreased, but patent registrations have increased due to foreign collaborations. Ans: b) R&D expenditure has doubled, and patent registrations have surged 17 times. 9.What is the government's stated focus to foster a modern ecosystem of innovation and swiftly move prototypes from lab to market? a) "Ease of Doing Business" b) "Ease of Doing Research" c) "Make in India" initiative d) "Digital India" campaign Ans: b) "Ease of Doing Research" 10.What is India's current global ranking regarding its startup ecosystem, as per the provided information? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fifth Ans: c) Third 11.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a 'sunrise domain' where India is making significant strides? a) Green hydrogen b) Quantum computing c) Deep sea research d) Traditional handicrafts Ans: d) Traditional handicrafts 12.The ESTIC 2025 conclave brought together over 3,000 participants from various fields. Which of the following groups was specifically mentioned among the attendees? a) Political analysts and economists b) Nobel Laureates and eminent scientists c) Sports personalities and artists d) Religious leaders and philosophers Ans: b) Nobel Laureates and eminent scientists

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1.What is India's projected economic growth rate for the current fiscal year, as per a Reuters poll? a) 6.4% b) 6.7% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: b) 6.7% 2.India's nominal GDP exceeding $4 trillion places it as which-ranked economy ...

1.What is India's projected economic growth rate for the current fiscal year, as per a Reuters poll? a) 6.4% b) 6.7% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: b) 6.7% 2.India's nominal GDP exceeding $4 trillion places it as which-ranked economy globally? a) Second b) Third c) Fourth d) Fifth Ans: b) Third 3.What was the primary reason cited for the sharp decline in India's exports to the United States between May and September 2025? a) Global economic slowdown b) Increased competition from China c) Heightened tariffs imposed by the Trump administration d) Supply chain disruptions Ans: c) Heightened tariffs imposed by the Trump administration 4.With which two entities is India currently intensifying negotiations for Free Trade Agreements (FTAs)? a) China and Japan b) Russia and Brazil c) European Union and New Zealand d) Australia and South Korea Ans: c) European Union and New Zealand 5.What is the primary reason cited for India's potential difficulty in meeting its fiscal deficit target of 4.5% of GDP in FY26? a) Increased government spending b) Slower-than-expected tax revenue growth c) Higher interest payments on debt d) Decline in foreign direct investment Ans: b) Slower-than-expected tax revenue growth 6.The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for India's manufacturing sector rose to a near 17-year high in October. What was a key factor driving this acceleration? a) Decrease in raw material costs b) Reduction in labor wages c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) relief d) Weakening of the Indian Rupee Ans: c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) relief 7.What is the primary purpose of the ₹1 trillion Research and Development and Innovation (RDI) fund rolled out by Prime Minister Modi? a) To subsidize agricultural exports b) To fund infrastructure development projects c) To support 'high-risk, high-impact projects' in R&D d) To provide loans to small and medium enterprises Ans: c) To support 'high-risk, high-impact projects' in R&D 8.Bharat Biotech has established a new Contract Research, Development, and Manufacturing Organization (CRDMO) arm specializing in which advanced medical field? a) Traditional herbal medicine b) Surgical robotics c) Cell and gene therapies d) Diagnostic imaging technology Ans: c) Cell and gene therapies 9.Which organizations anticipate India's growth to remain between 6.4% and 6.8% in 2025-26, positioning it ahead of most major economies? a) World Bank and Asian Development Bank b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) Fitch Ratings and Moody's d) United Nations and World Trade Organization Ans: b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 10.A report by GTRI highlighted that the decline in India's exports to the US could raise concerns over which economic indicator if prolonged? a) Foreign exchange reserves b) Inflation rate c) Current account deficit d) Fiscal surplus Ans: c) Current account deficit 11.The Hinduja Group is reportedly set to invest a significant amount in Andhra Pradesh, primarily focusing on which two sectors? a) Information Technology and E-commerce b) Real Estate and Hospitality c) Energy and Electric Vehicle sectors d) Pharmaceuticals and Biotechnology Ans: c) Energy and Electric Vehicle sectors 12.For which agricultural season did the Indian government assure adequate urea availability? a) Rabi 2024 b) Kharif 2025 c) Rabi 2025 d) Kharif 2024 Ans: b) Kharif 2025 13.Approximately what percentage does India contribute to global GDP? a) 5% b) 7% c) 10% d) 15% Ans: c) 10%

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1.Which country's women's cricket team recently won its first-ever ICC Women's ODI World Cup in 2025? a) Australia b) England c) India d) South Africa Ans: c) India 2.What is the name of India's heaviest communication satell...

1.Which country's women's cricket team recently won its first-ever ICC Women's ODI World Cup in 2025? a) Australia b) England c) India d) South Africa Ans: c) India 2.What is the name of India's heaviest communication satellite, weighing 4410 kg, recently launched by ISRO using the LVM3-M5 rocket? a) GSAT-11 b) INSAT-4A c) CMS-03 d) Kalpana-1 Ans: c) CMS-03 3.Which Indian city was recently designated as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy, recognizing its rich Awadhi cuisine and culinary heritage? a) Delhi b) Mumbai c) Kolkata d) Lucknow Ans: d) Lucknow 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the new Legislative Assembly building and unveiled a statue of former PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee in which Indian state? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Chhattisgarh d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Chhattisgarh 5.Typhoon Kalmaegi recently brought "life-threatening" conditions and prompted the evacuation of thousands of residents in which country? a) Vietnam b) Japan c) Philippines d) Thailand Ans: c) Philippines 6.Israel recently handed over the bodies of 45 Palestinians following the return of three Israeli soldiers' remains by Hamas. This action took place amidst ongoing tensions in which region? a) Ukraine b) Middle East c) Horn of Africa d) Korean Peninsula Ans: b) Middle East 7.A powerful earthquake recently struck northern Afghanistan, resulting in fatalities and damage to the historic Blue Mosque. What was the magnitude of this earthquake? a) 5.8 b) 6.3 c) 7.0 d) 6.8 Ans: b) 6.3 8.Kim Yong Nam, who recently passed away, served as the longtime ceremonial head of state for which country? a) South Korea b) China c) North Korea d) Vietnam Ans: c) North Korea 9.Former US President Donald Trump justified his decision to restart nuclear weapons testing, citing similar activities by which two countries? a) Russia and China b) India and Pakistan c) Pakistan and China d) North Korea and Iran Ans: c) Pakistan and China 10.According to a global hunger authority, famine is currently gripping two regions of which war-torn country? a) Yemen b) Syria c) Sudan d) Ethiopia Ans: c) Sudan 11.Which country recently rejected a majority of Indian study permit applicants, citing concerns over fraud? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Canada d) Australia Ans: c) Canada 12.Who was named Player of the Match in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 final, where India won its first title? a) Smriti Mandhana b) Harmanpreet Kaur c) Mithali Raj d) Shafali Verma Ans: d) Shafali Verma 13.ISRO's heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, was successfully launched aboard which specific launch vehicle? a) PSLV-XL b) GSLV Mk III c) LVM3-M5 d) SSLV-D2 Ans: c) LVM3-M5 14.The designation of Lucknow as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy occurred during the 43rd session of the UNESCO General Conference held in which city? a) Paris, France b) Rome, Italy c) Samarkand, Uzbekistan d) New Delhi, India Ans: c) Samarkand, Uzbekistan

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1.Which country did the Indian women's cricket team defeat in the final to win the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025? a) Australia b) England c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 2.What was the record prize m...

1.Which country did the Indian women's cricket team defeat in the final to win the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025? a) Australia b) England c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 2.What was the record prize money announced by the BCCI for the Indian women's cricket team after their ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 victory? a) ₹25 crore b) ₹30 crore c) ₹45 crore d) ₹51 crore Ans: d) ₹51 crore 3.What is the name of ISRO's heaviest communication satellite recently launched by the LVM3 rocket from Sriharikota? a) GSAT-29 b) CMS-03 c) INSAT-3DR d) RISAT-2BR1 Ans: b) CMS-03 4.The LVM3 rocket, used for launching ISRO's heaviest communication satellite, is also famously known by what nickname? a) Sky King b) Astro Lifter c) Bahubali rocket d) Space Giant Ans: c) Bahubali rocket 5.The Supreme Court of India recently highlighted a scam where fraudsters siphoned off over ₹3,000 crore, primarily targeting the elderly. What is this scam known as? a) Phishing scams b) Digital arrest scams c) Lottery scams d) KYC update scams Ans: b) Digital arrest scams 6.Which Indian city is currently facing a severe air pollution crisis, with its Air Quality Index (AQI) deteriorating to a 'very poor' category, leading to Supreme Court intervention? a) Mumbai b) Chennai c) Bengaluru d) Delhi Ans: d) Delhi 7.India has officially commenced negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with which country? a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Bahrain d) Qatar Ans: c) Bahrain 8.One of the key objectives of the Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA) being discussed between India and Bahrain is to: a) Increase import duties b) Promote tourism only c) Eliminate double taxation and provide tax certainty d) Restrict foreign investment Ans: c) Eliminate double taxation and provide tax certainty 9.The Enforcement Directorate (ED) recently seized assets worth ₹3,000 crore belonging to which business group, led by Anil Ambani? a) Adani Group b) Tata Group c) Reliance Group d) Birla Group Ans: c) Reliance Group 10.The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) announced a massive road expansion plan for the fiscal year 2025–26. What is the estimated cost of this project? a) ₹1 lakh crore b) ₹2 lakh crore c) ₹3 lakh crore d) ₹50,000 crore Ans: b) ₹2 lakh crore 11.The NHAI's ₹2 lakh crore road expansion plan for FY 2025-26 aims to construct over how many kilometers of new highways and expressways? a) 3,000 km b) 4,500 km c) 6,000 km d) 7,500 km Ans: c) 6,000 km

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1.What is the total value of the new agricultural schemes unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 2, 2025? a) ₹1 Lakh Crore b) ₹3,420 crore c) ₹42,000 crore d) ₹5,000 crore Ans: c) ₹42,000 crore 2.Which of the f...

1.What is the total value of the new agricultural schemes unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on November 2, 2025? a) ₹1 Lakh Crore b) ₹3,420 crore c) ₹42,000 crore d) ₹5,000 crore Ans: c) ₹42,000 crore 2.Which of the following are the two flagship agricultural programs launched by the Prime Minister on November 2, 2025? a) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Kisan Samman Nidhi b) Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana and Dalhan Atmanirbharta Mission c) Krishi Sinchai Yojana and Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana d) Gramin Bhandaran Yojana and National Food Security Mission Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana and Dalhan Atmanirbharta Mission 3.Starting November 10, 2025, how much direct financial assistance per month will ration card holders receive? a) ₹500 b) ₹1,000 c) ₹1,500 d) ₹2,000 Ans: b) ₹1,000 4.Which event did Prime Minister Modi inaugurate at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on November 3, 2025, focusing on technological advancement? a) Global Innovation Summit 2025 b) Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 c) India Tech Expo 2025 d) Digital India Transformation Forum Ans: b) Emerging Science & Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 5.What is the total outlay for the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund launched to cultivate a private sector-driven R&D ecosystem? a) ₹42,000 crore b) ₹5,000 crore c) ₹1 Lakh Crore d) ₹3,420 crore Ans: c) ₹1 Lakh Crore 6.Which scheme, with an allocation of Rs 5,000 crore, is dedicated to R&D infrastructure in the Pharma-MedTech sector? a) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for medical devices b) National Health Mission (NHM) c) Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma-MedTech Sector (PRIP) scheme d) Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission Ans: c) Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma-MedTech Sector (PRIP) scheme 7.Effective November 1, 2025, what are the two main GST slabs India's tax structure has been streamlined to? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 18% c) 5% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 8.What is the new GST rate applied to luxury and sin goods as part of the GST overhaul effective November 1, 2025? a) 28% b) 35% c) 40% d) 45% Ans: c) 40% 9.According to the new banking norms effective November 1, 2025, what is the maximum number of nominees an account holder can appoint for their bank deposits, safety lockers, and items in safe custody? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: d) Four 10.What is the deadline for central and state government pensioners to submit their annual life certificate (Jeevan Pramaan) in November 2025? a) November 15 b) November 20 c) November 30 d) December 15 Ans: c) November 30 11.Which new feature of the UIDAI's e-Aadhaar App, effective November 1, 2025, allows citizens to update their Aadhaar details online? a) Biometric Authentication Facility b) Online Demographic Update (ODU) for name, address, mobile number c) Real-time Location Tracking d) Digital Signature Verification Ans: b) Online Demographic Update (ODU) for name, address, mobile number 12.The Uttar Pradesh Government introduced a Free Driving License Scheme for which demographic, with an application deadline of November 10, 2025? a) Senior Citizens b) Farmers c) Women d) Tribal Students Ans: c) Women

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1.Which country won its maiden ICC Women's Cricket World Cup title on November 2, 2025? a) Australia b) England c) India d) South Africa Ans: c) India 2.The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final was played between India a...

1.Which country won its maiden ICC Women's Cricket World Cup title on November 2, 2025? a) Australia b) England c) India d) South Africa Ans: c) India 2.The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final was played between India and which other country? a) Australia b) New Zealand c) England d) South Africa Ans: d) South Africa 3.Where was the final match of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 held? a) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai b) Eden Gardens, Kolkata c) DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: c) DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai 4.Who was the highest scorer for India in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final, scoring a career-best 87 runs? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Deepti Sharma c) Shafali Verma d) Smriti Mandhana Ans: c) Shafali Verma 5.Which Indian player delivered an all-round performance in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final, contributing 58 runs and picking up five wickets? a) Shafali Verma b) Harmanpreet Kaur c) Deepti Sharma d) Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Deepti Sharma 6.Prior to their victory in 2025, India had finished as runners-up in the Women's Cricket World Cup in which two years? a) 2005 and 2013 b) 2009 and 2017 c) 2005 and 2017 d) 2013 and 2019 Ans: c) 2005 and 2017 7.Which Indian city is hosting the FIDE World Cup 2025 in November? a) Chennai b) Bengaluru c) Goa d) Delhi Ans: c) Goa 8.Which of the following Indian Grandmasters is NOT mentioned as participating in the FIDE World Cup 2025 in the provided text? a) D. Gukesh b) R. Praggnanandhaa c) Vidit Gujrathi d) Arjun Erigaisi Ans: c) Vidit Gujrathi 9.The Men's FIH Hockey Junior World Cup is scheduled to be held in which Indian city from November 28 to December 10, 2025? a) Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: c) Chennai 10.The BWF Korea Masters, a tournament for Indian shuttlers like Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu, is classified as what level of tournament? a) Super 300 b) Super 500 c) Super 750 d) Super 1000 Ans: b) Super 500 11.The various sporting events mentioned in the article, including the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup victory, are highlighted as important steps towards which future international multi-sport event? a) Paris 2024 Olympics b) Commonwealth Games 2026 c) Los Angeles 2028 Olympics d) Asian Games 2026 Ans: c) Los Angeles 2028 Olympics

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1.What is the name of the heaviest communication satellite ever launched from Indian soil into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) by ISRO on November 2, 2025? a) GSAT-7R b) CMS-03 c) LVM3-M5 d) Both a and b Ans: d) Both a and b
1.What is the name of the heaviest communication satellite ever launched from Indian soil into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) by ISRO on November 2, 2025? a) GSAT-7R b) CMS-03 c) LVM3-M5 d) Both a and b Ans: d) Both a and b 2.Which launch vehicle was used by ISRO to launch its heaviest communication satellite CMS-03 on November 2, 2025? a) PSLV-XL b) GSLV Mk-II c) Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3-M5) d) SSLV Ans: c) Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3-M5) 3.ISRO successfully conducted the in-orbit testing of which indigenously developed cryogenic stage during the CMS-03 mission? a) C10 cryogenic stage b) C25 cryogenic stage c) CE-20 cryogenic engine d) Vikas engine Ans: b) C25 cryogenic stage 4.The successful in-flight demonstration of the C25 cryogenic stage is particularly beneficial for which of ISRO's flagship programs? a) Chandrayaan-3 lunar mission b) Aditya-L1 solar mission c) Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission d) Mars Orbiter Mission (MOM) Ans: c) Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission 5.What is the name and value of the ambitious fund launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at ESTIC 2025 to promote a private sector-driven research and development ecosystem? a) National Innovation Fund, ₹50,000 Crore b) Science & Technology Advancement Fund, ₹75,000 Crore c) Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund, ₹1 Lakh Crore d) Emerging Technologies Investment Fund, ₹1.5 Lakh Crore Ans: c) Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund, ₹1 Lakh Crore 6.The primary objective of the ₹1 Lakh Crore Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme Fund, launched at ESTIC 2025, is to: a) Provide grants for government-led research institutions only. b) Promote a robust private sector-driven research and development ecosystem. c) Fund international collaborations in space technology. d) Support basic scientific research in universities exclusively. Ans: b) Promote a robust private sector-driven research and development ecosystem. 7.CALIBRE, a new initiative aimed at integrating Artificial Intelligence with biological sciences, was jointly launched by which two institutions? a) ISRO and DRDO b) IIT Bombay and IISc Bengaluru c) National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) d) AIIMS and ICMR Ans: c) National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and International Centre for Theoretical Sciences (ICTS) 8.The indigenous Software Defined Radios (SDRs) recently procured by the Indian Army were developed by DRDO and produced by which entity? a) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) b) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) c) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) d) Ordnance Factory Board (OFB) Ans: c) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) 9.The CMS-03 communication satellite launched by ISRO is primarily poised to enhance communication capabilities for which specific entity? a) Indian Air Force for border surveillance b) Indian Army for tactical ground operations c) Indian Navy across the Indian Ocean Region d) Civilian aviation for air traffic control Ans: c) Indian Navy across the Indian Ocean Region 10.Where was the first Emerging Science and Technology Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) Chennai d) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi Ans: d) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

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1.According to the latest announcements based on IMF 2025 data, what is India's current global economic ranking? a) Second-largest b) Third-largest c) Fourth-largest d) Fifth-largest Ans: c) Fourth-largest 2.Which country di...

1.According to the latest announcements based on IMF 2025 data, what is India's current global economic ranking? a) Second-largest b) Third-largest c) Fourth-largest d) Fifth-largest Ans: c) Fourth-largest 2.Which country did India surpass to become the world's fourth-largest economy? a) Germany b) United Kingdom c) Japan d) China Ans: c) Japan 3.Which organization projected India to be the fastest-growing major economy in 2025? a) International Monetary Fund (IMF) b) World Bank c) Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Mastercard Economics Institute (MEI) 4.To achieve a sustained 7% economic growth rate, what increase in India's investment rate as a percentage of GDP has been highlighted as necessary? a) From 25-26% to 28-29% b) From 31-32% to 34-35% c) From 35-36% to 38-39% d) From 28-29% to 31-32% Ans: b) From 31-32% to 34-35% 5.What significant reform in the Goods and Services Tax (GST) registration process for small and low-risk businesses came into effect from November 1? a) Mandatory physical verification for all businesses b) Increased registration fees c) Expedited approval within three days d) Requirement for additional documentation Ans: c) Expedited approval within three days 6.A simplified GST structure came into effect on November 1, 2025. What is a key feature of this new structure? a) Introduction of a single-slab system b) Replacement of the four-slab system with two primary slabs and a special 40% rate for luxury/sin goods c) Elimination of GST on all essential goods d) Uniform 18% GST rate across all items Ans: b) Replacement of the four-slab system with two primary slabs and a special 40% rate for luxury/sin goods 7.What new flexibility has been introduced for bank account nominations under regulations effective from November 1, 2025? a) Customers can designate only one nominee b) Customers can designate up to four nominees c) Nomination is no longer required for new accounts d) Only immediate family members can be nominated Ans: b) Customers can designate up to four nominees 8.What are banks now mandated to do regarding the nomination facility, according to new regulations? a) Automatically assign a nominee if the customer doesn't provide one b) Discourage customers from making nominations due to complexity c) Inform customers about the facility and obtain a written declaration if they choose not to nominate d) Charge a mandatory fee for nomination services Ans: c) Inform customers about the facility and obtain a written declaration if they choose not to nominate 9.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) board discussed potential approval for which type of funding, possibly necessitating adjustments to existing sensitive sector norms? a) Agricultural loans for small farmers b) Small and Medium Enterprises (SME) funding initiatives c) Banks' mergers and acquisitions (M&A) funding d) Personal loans for salaried individuals Ans: c) Banks' mergers and acquisitions (M&A) funding 10.What was identified as a primary reason for the 37.5% decline in India's exports to the United States over five months? a) A significant decrease in demand from the US market b) Widespread supply chain disruptions globally c) Tariffs imposed on Indian goods d) An unexpected strengthening of the Indian Rupee Ans: c) Tariffs imposed on Indian goods 11.India is actively working to finalize a Bilateral Trade Agreement with which country, aiming to potentially reduce tariffs on Indian goods? a) China b) Russia c) United States d) European Union Ans: c) United States 12.Which Indian institution has been designated as a crucial hub for critical minerals research, aiming to bolster the nation's self-reliance in this vital sector? a) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru c) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Delhi d) Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) Ans: b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru 13.Who announced India's ascent to become the world's fourth-largest economy based on IMF 2025 data? a) The Prime Minister of India b) The Finance Minister of India c) NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam d) The Governor of the Reserve Bank of India Ans: c) NITI Aayog CEO BVR Subrahmanyam 14.What was the general trend of Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) in Indian equities during October, breaking a three-month period of outflows? a) Continued significant outflows b) Renewed strong buying interest c) No significant change in investment patterns d) A shift towards investing primarily in debt markets Ans: b) Renewed strong buying interest

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1.Which country brokered the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas for Gaza, involving a hostage-prisoner exchange? a) United Nations b) United States c) Egypt d) Qatar Ans: b) United States 2.A powerful magni...

1.Which country brokered the ongoing ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas for Gaza, involving a hostage-prisoner exchange? a) United Nations b) United States c) Egypt d) Qatar Ans: b) United States 2.A powerful magnitude 6.3 earthquake recently struck near which major city in Afghanistan, causing multiple casualties and extensive damage? a) Kabul b) Kandahar c) Herat d) Mazar-e Sharif Ans: d) Mazar-e Sharif 3.What was the name of the hurricane that recently caused significant destruction across the Caribbean, with aerial video showcasing impact in Black River, Jamaica? a) Hurricane Ian b) Hurricane Melissa c) Hurricane Fiona d) Hurricane Nicole Ans: b) Hurricane Melissa 4.The US has threatened to raise tariffs on China if Beijing continues to block exports of which critical resource, as warned by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent? a) Semiconductors b) Agricultural products c) Rare earths d) Steel Ans: c) Rare earths 5.Who is the US Treasury Secretary mentioned in the context of threatening tariffs on China over rare earth exports? a) Janet Yellen b) Steven Mnuchin c) Scott Bessent d) John Kerry Ans: c) Scott Bessent 6.US President Donald Trump reportedly stated that Chinese President Xi Jinping assured him China would not take action on which region during Trump's term? a) Hong Kong b) South China Sea c) Taiwan d) Xinjiang Ans: c) Taiwan 7.The US government shutdown entered its sixth week, with Democrats reportedly blocking attempts to reopen it as they push for negotiations on what issue? a) Border wall funding b) Infrastructure spending c) Federal healthcare subsidies d) Tax reforms Ans: c) Federal healthcare subsidies 8.US President Donald Trump ordered new tests of the American nuclear weapons system. What clarification was provided by US Energy Secretary Chris Wright regarding these tests? a) They would involve underground nuclear explosions. b) They would be conducted in international waters. c) They would not involve nuclear explosions at this time. d) They are purely for defensive purposes. Ans: c) They would not involve nuclear explosions at this time. 9.Russia recently launched new strikes on which critical infrastructure in Ukraine, resulting in casualties and widespread outages? a) Water supply systems b) Transportation networks c) Energy grid d) Communication towers Ans: c) Energy grid 10.Ukraine claimed to have hit a key fuel pipeline near which major Russian city that supplies Russian forces? a) St. Petersburg b) Kazan c) Moscow d) Volgograd Ans: c) Moscow 11.What tragic event recently occurred in a Mexican city during a public event, highlighting ongoing violence and organized crime in the region? a) A major prison riot b) A public market bombing c) The mayor was shot dead d) A massive drug cartel raid Ans: c) The mayor was shot dead 12.How did the UK police classify the stabbing attack on a train, after arresting two men and praising a 'heroic' rail worker? a) An act of terror b) A random act of violence c) Not treating it as an act of terror d) A hate crime Ans: c) Not treating it as an act of terror 13.Which Indian sports team recently achieved a historic triumph by winning their first-ever ODI World Cup? a) Men's Cricket Team b) Women's Hockey Team c) Women's Cricket Team d) Men's Field Hockey Team Ans: c) Women's Cricket Team

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1.Which Indian satellite, described as the heaviest communication satellite ever launched by the country, was successfully placed into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO)? a) GSAT-29 b) Chandrayaan-3 c) CMS-03 d) EOS-06 Ans: c) CMS-0...

1.Which Indian satellite, described as the heaviest communication satellite ever launched by the country, was successfully placed into Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO)? a) GSAT-29 b) Chandrayaan-3 c) CMS-03 d) EOS-06 Ans: c) CMS-03 2.The CMS-03 communication satellite was launched using which specific launch vehicle? a) PSLV-C54 b) GSLV Mk-II c) LVM3-M5 d) SSLV-D2 Ans: c) LVM3-M5 3.What is the primary objective of the recently launched CMS-03 satellite? a) Earth observation and mapping for disaster management b) Deep space exploration and planetary research c) Providing comprehensive communication services across the Indian landmass and oceanic region d) Monitoring atmospheric conditions and climate change Ans: c) Providing comprehensive communication services across the Indian landmass and oceanic region 4.In which year did the Indian Women's Cricket team secure their maiden ICC Women's World Cup title? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: c) 2025 5.Against which nation did the Indian Women's Cricket team win their first-ever ICC Women's World Cup title in 2025? a) Australia b) England c) New Zealand d) South Africa Ans: d) South Africa 6.Who made history by becoming the youngest cricketer, across both men's and women's formats, to score a half-century in a World Cup final during India's 2025 victory? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana c) Shafali Verma d) Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Shafali Verma 7.The Tri-Services Exercise 'Trishul 2025' is primarily designed to strengthen what aspect among the Indian armed forces? a) International humanitarian aid operations b) Joint combat preparedness c) Cyber security defense protocols d) Naval diplomacy and goodwill missions Ans: b) Joint combat preparedness 8.Which branch of the Indian armed forces is leading the Tri-Services Exercise 'Trishul 2025'? a) Indian Army b) Indian Navy c) Indian Air Force d) Indian Coast Guard Ans: b) Indian Navy 9.India's first end-to-end silicon carbide semiconductor production plant was inaugurated in which state? a) Karnataka b) Tamil Nadu c) Gujarat d) Odisha Ans: d) Odisha 10.What significant achievement did the Indian contingent record at the Asian Youth Games 2025? a) Hosting the games for the first time b) Securing the highest number of gold medals c) Achieving their best-ever performance with 48 medals d) Introducing a new sport to the games Ans: c) Achieving their best-ever performance with 48 medals 11.Which of the following factors were attributed to Delhi's air quality deteriorating to 'very poor' levels recently? a) Heavy industrial pollution from new factories b) Stubble burning, lower winds, and urban emissions c) Increased vehicular traffic due to a major festival d) A sudden rise in temperature and humidity Ans: b) Stubble burning, lower winds, and urban emissions

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1.Which Union Minister launched the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya c) Amit Shah d) Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya 2.On which significant occasion was the Employee...

1.Which Union Minister launched the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya c) Amit Shah d) Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya 2.On which significant occasion was the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025 launched by the Union Minister of Labour and Employment? a) International Labour Day b) 75th Independence Day of India c) 73rd Foundation Day of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) d) Republic Day of India Ans: c) 73rd Foundation Day of the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) 3.What is the primary objective of the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025? a) To reduce the overall contribution rate for employers to EPF. b) To promote voluntary compliance and expand social security coverage to previously excluded employees. c) To mandate EPF coverage for all workers in the unorganized sector. d) To increase government revenue through higher penal damages for non-compliance. Ans: b) To promote voluntary compliance and expand social security coverage to previously excluded employees. 4.The Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025 provides a six-month window for employers to regularize EPF compliance. When does this window officially close? a) March 31, 2026 b) April 30, 2026 c) May 31, 2026 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: b) April 30, 2026 5.For employees engaged during which period can employers regularize EPF compliance under the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025? a) January 1, 2017, and June 30, 2025 b) July 1, 2017, and October 31, 2025 c) November 1, 2025, and April 30, 2026 d) January 1, 2018, and December 31, 2024 Ans: b) July 1, 2017, and October 31, 2025 6.What significant incentive is offered to employers regarding the employee's share of contribution under the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025? a) The employer is required to pay both the employer's and employee's share. b) The employee's share of contribution is waived for the declared period if it was not deducted earlier. c) The government provides a subsidy for the employee's share of contribution. d) The employee's share can be paid in installments over two years. Ans: b) The employee's share of contribution is waived for the declared period if it was not deducted earlier. 7.Under the Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025, what is the nominal penal damage an employer has to pay per establishment? a) ₹500 b) ₹100 c) ₹1,000 d) ₹50 Ans: b) ₹100 8.According to the new nomination rules under the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025, how many individuals can a bank account holder nominate for their bank deposits and lockers? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Up to four Ans: d) Up to four 9.Which specific demographic details can now be updated online through the myAadhaar site, as per new rules effective November 1, 2025? a) Biometric data and photograph b) Name, address, and mobile number c) Date of birth and gender d) Parent's name and marital status Ans: b) Name, address, and mobile number 10.What is the annual deadline for central and state government pensioners to submit their life certificate (Jeevan Pramaan) to ensure uninterrupted pension disbursement? a) October 31 b) November 30 c) December 31 d) January 31 of the following year Ans: b) November 30 11.For pensioners aged 80 and above, when did the extended window for submitting their annual life certificate begin in 2025? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) December 1, 2025 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 12.The deadline for central government employees to transition from the National Pension System (NPS) to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) was extended to which date in 2025? a) October 31, 2025 b) November 30, 2025 c) December 31, 2025 d) January 31, 2026 Ans: b) November 30, 2025 13.Which bank announced a reduction in locker rent charges across various categories, effective November 1, 2025? a) State Bank of India b) Punjab National Bank c) Bank of Baroda d) HDFC Bank Ans: b) Punjab National Bank 14.SBI Card revised its fee structure for which specific types of payments, effective November 1, 2025? a) International transactions and ATM withdrawals b) Fuel surcharge and utility bill payments c) Education-related payments and wallet reloads d) Online shopping and cash advances Ans: c) Education-related payments and wallet reloads 15.The Employee Enrollment Scheme 2025 aims to strengthen the goal of which broader government initiative? a) Digital India b) Make in India c) Social Security for All d) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Social Security for All

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1.Which stadium is hosting the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final? a) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai b) Eden Gardens, Kolkata c) Dr DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: c) Dr DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai ...

1.Which stadium is hosting the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 final? a) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai b) Eden Gardens, Kolkata c) Dr DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: c) Dr DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai 2.How many times has the Indian women's cricket team appeared in a Women's World Cup final, including the 2025 edition? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: c) Three 3.What is the reported prize money that the BCCI plans to offer if India wins the ICC Women's World Cup 2025? a) INR 50 crore b) INR 75 crore c) INR 100 crore d) INR 125 crore Ans: d) INR 125 crore 4.In which city were the 2025 Asian Youth Games held, where India achieved its best-ever medal performance? a) Doha, Qatar b) Manama, Bahrain c) Tashkent, Uzbekistan d) Bangkok, Thailand Ans: b) Manama, Bahrain 5.Who set a world youth record in the girls' 44kg clean and jerk event at the 2025 Asian Youth Games, securing India's first individual gold? a) Mirabai Chanu b) Bindyarani Devi c) Priteesmita Bhoi d) Jeremy Lalrinnunga Ans: c) Priteesmita Bhoi 6.India's strong performance at the 2025 Asian Youth Games served as a qualifier for which upcoming major international event? a) 2026 Commonwealth Games b) 2026 Youth Olympics c) 2026 Asian Games d) 2028 Summer Olympics Ans: b) 2026 Youth Olympics 7.Which Indian shuttler reached the semi-finals of the Hylo Open 2025 badminton tournament in Saarbrücken, Germany? a) Lakshya Sen b) Saina Nehwal c) Unnati Hooda d) PV Sindhu Ans: c) Unnati Hooda 8.Which team won the 42nd Indian Oil Servo Surjit Hockey Tournament 2025, securing their third consecutive title? a) Punjab National Bank b) Indian Railways Delhi c) Indian Oil Mumbai d) Air India Ans: c) Indian Oil Mumbai 9.The trophy for the FIDE World Cup 2025 has been renamed the Viswanathan Anand Cup in honor of which Indian personality? a) India's first Grandmaster b) India's first world chess champion c) The longest-reigning Indian chess champion d) The youngest Indian Grandmaster Ans: b) India's first world chess champion 10.In which Indian state was the FIDE World Cup 2025 inaugurated? a) Kerala b) Tamil Nadu c) Goa d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Goa 11.Which city was added to Lionel Messi's 'GOAT Tour to India 2025' after the cancellation of the proposed Kochi leg? a) Chennai b) Bengaluru c) Hyderabad d) Ahmedabad Ans: c) Hyderabad 12.Manuel Frederick, who recently passed away, was a bronze medallist for India in which sport at the 1972 Munich Olympics? a) Football b) Athletics c) Hockey d) Boxing Ans: c) Hockey 13.From which Indian state did former Olympic medalist Manuel Frederick hail, making him the first athlete from that state to win an Olympic medal in hockey? a) Karnataka b) Kerala c) Punjab d) Odisha Ans: b) Kerala

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November 02, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which organization is preparing to launch the heaviest communication satellite CMS-03? a) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) d) B...

1.Which organization is preparing to launch the heaviest communication satellite CMS-03? a) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) d) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) Ans: b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) 2.What is the name of the launch vehicle, often referred to as 'Bahubali', used for the CMS-03 mission? a) PSLV-C55 b) GSLV Mk III c) LVM3-M5 d) SSLV-D2 Ans: c) LVM3-M5 3.The CMS-03 communication satellite is designed to replace which older satellite? a) GSAT-6 b) INSAT-3DR c) GSAT-7 d) Kalpana-1 Ans: c) GSAT-7 4.Where was the foundation stone laid for a new silicon carbide semiconductor production plant? a) Hyderabad b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Bhubaneswar Ans: d) Bhubaneswar 5.The silicon carbide semiconductor production plant is being set up by SiCSem Private Limited, a subsidiary of which company? a) Tata Chemicals b) Reliance Industries c) Archean Chemical Industries Limited d) Adani Enterprises Ans: c) Archean Chemical Industries Limited 6.Under which national initiative was the semiconductor production plant in Bhubaneswar approved? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) India Semiconductor Mission d) Skill India Mission Ans: c) India Semiconductor Mission 7.Which Indian deep-tech startup secured a patent for a breath-based Volatile Organic Compound (VOC) sensor for disease detection? a) Niramai Health Analytix b) Accubits Invent Pvt Ltd c) SigTuple d) Qure.ai Ans: b) Accubits Invent Pvt Ltd 8.What is the name of the patented breath-based VOC sensor developed by Accubits Invent Pvt Ltd? a) BioSense b) MediBreath c) VolTrac d) AeroScan Ans: c) VolTrac 9.The VolTrac technology aims to detect diseases such as cancer, tuberculosis, and metabolic disorders by analyzing which compounds? a) DNA sequences b) Blood glucose levels c) Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) d) Protein markers Ans: c) Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) 10.What is the name of the upcoming conclave focused on Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation, scheduled to take place in New Delhi? a) India Tech Summit b) Global Innovation Forum c) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) d) National Science Congress Ans: c) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 11.The Prime Minister recently highlighted India's progress from Digital India to Deep Tech and the bioeconomy, emphasizing the concept of a confident: a) Global India b) Modern India c) Aatmanirbhar Bharat d) Prosperous India Ans: c) Aatmanirbhar Bharat 12.Besides the breath-based VOC sensor, Accubits Invent has also developed another system for rapid air-quality and hygiene monitoring. What is it called? a) AirGuard b) EnviroScan c) DeTecX d) PathoSense Ans: c) DeTecX

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1.What was the approximate percentage increase in India's gross GST revenues in October compared to the same month last year? a) 0.6% b) 5% c) 7.8% d) 12% Ans: b) 5% 2.Which of the following factors contributed to the strong...

1.What was the approximate percentage increase in India's gross GST revenues in October compared to the same month last year? a) 0.6% b) 5% c) 7.8% d) 12% Ans: b) 5% 2.Which of the following factors contributed to the strong GST collections in October? a) Reduction in energy import bill and lower inflation b) Robust festive season spending and improved tax compliance c) Increased foreign direct investment and stock market stability d) New banking regulations and Aadhaar updates Ans: b) Robust festive season spending and improved tax compliance 3.According to Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, by what year is India poised to become a $30 trillion economy? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2048 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2048 4.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) projection for India's economic growth in 2025-26? a) 7.8% b) 6.6% c) 5% d) 4.5% Ans: b) 6.6% 5.Which new GST slab was introduced for luxury and 'sin goods' as part of the GST structure simplification effective November 1, 2025? a) 5% b) 18% c) 40% d) 28% Ans: c) 40% 6.Under the new banking laws amendment effective November 1, 2025, how many individuals can a bank account holder nominate for bank accounts and lockers? a) Up to one b) Up to two c) Up to three d) Up to four Ans: d) Up to four 7.What was the purpose of India imposing a 30% import duty on yellow peas, effective November 1? a) To increase government revenue from trade tariffs b) To support domestic farmers and address pressure on local prices c) To diversify import sources away from specific countries d) To encourage consumption of other pulses Ans: b) To support domestic farmers and address pressure on local prices 8.What is the expected consequence for India's energy import bill as Indian refiners pivot away from Russian oil? a) A significant decrease due to new domestic discoveries b) No significant change, as new cheaper sources are available c) An increase as refiners move towards more expensive crude sources d) A stabilization due to long-term supply agreements Ans: c) An increase as refiners move towards more expensive crude sources 9.Which real estate firm was recognized as the 'Fastest Growing Real Estate Company in India'? a) Hindustan Unilever Ltd (HUL) b) Coal India c) ASBL d) Punjab National Bank (PNB) Ans: c) ASBL 10.By what year is the real estate sector in India projected to become a $1 trillion industry? a) 2025 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2048 Ans: b) 2030 11.What changes did SBI Card introduce to its fee structure effective November 1, 2025? a) A 1% fee on all online transactions b) A 1% fee on education payments via third-party platforms and wallet reloads above Rs 1,000 c) Reduced annual fees for all credit card holders d) Increased cash advance fees across all card types Ans: b) A 1% fee on education payments via third-party platforms and wallet reloads above Rs 1,000

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1.Which country recently announced its intention to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)? a) Turkey b) Estonia c) Comoros d) Lebanon Ans: c) Comoros 2.The UN Human Righ...

1.Which country recently announced its intention to join South Africa's genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ)? a) Turkey b) Estonia c) Comoros d) Lebanon Ans: c) Comoros 2.The UN Human Rights Office has raised concerns about a specific country's airstrikes on boats in the Caribbean and Pacific, citing violations of international human rights law. Which country is this? a) Russia b) China c) United States d) Israel Ans: c) United States 3.The recent APEC summit, where a trade truce between the U.S. and China was reached, took place in which city? a) Beijing b) Washington D.C. c) Gyeongju d) Singapore Ans: c) Gyeongju 4.Which of the following was NOT a key commitment made by China as part of the trade truce agreed upon with the U.S. at the APEC summit? a) Halt flow of fentanyl precursors to the U.S. b) Eliminate export controls on rare earth elements c) Increase tariffs on U.S. agricultural products d) Open its market to U.S. agricultural exports Ans: c) Increase tariffs on U.S. agricultural products 5.China's Shenzhou-21 mission, which recently launched three astronauts and four mice into space, was launched from which satellite launch center? a) Xichang b) Wenchang c) Taiyuan d) Jiuquan Ans: d) Jiuquan 6.India and the United States recently signed a 10-year roadmap to guide strategic collaboration in which sector? a) Space exploration b) Renewable energy c) Defense d) Digital technology Ans: c) Defense 7.Which of the following is a primary focus area of the recently signed 10-year roadmap between India and the United States for defense collaboration? a) Joint space tourism ventures b) Bilateral cultural exchange programs c) Joint defense production and technology co-development d) Shared infrastructure development in third countries Ans: c) Joint defense production and technology co-development 8.Which Indian city was recently recognized by UNESCO as a 'City of Gastronomy' for its rich Awadhi culinary heritage? a) Delhi b) Kolkata c) Lucknow d) Mumbai Ans: c) Lucknow 9.Who recently became India's 90th Chess Grandmaster? a) R Praggnanandhaa b) D Gukesh c) Ilamparthi AR d) Koneru Humpy Ans: c) Ilamparthi AR 10.Concerns are growing globally about the diminishing relevance of which international organization in maintaining peace and security, prompting calls for urgent reform as it approaches its 80th anniversary? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) c) United Nations (UN) d) World Trade Organization (WTO) Ans: c) United Nations (UN) 11.Estonian Foreign Minister Margus Tsahkna described the humanitarian situation in Gaza as 'truly catastrophic' and urged significant pressure on which country? a) Turkey b) Egypt c) Israel d) United States Ans: c) Israel 12.Top diplomats from which three countries recently called for an immediate ceasefire in the Sudanese civil war? a) France, Italy, Spain b) Germany, Jordan, UK c) US, Russia, China d) India, Japan, Australia Ans: b) Germany, Jordan, UK 13.The content mentions the U.S. ramping up pressure on Venezuela, with reports of military forces and assets amassing in which region? a) Pacific Ocean b) Gulf of Mexico c) Caribbean d) Arctic Ocean Ans: c) Caribbean 14.According to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, which entity is diligently complying with the ceasefire while Israel seeks excuses to violate it? a) Palestinian Authority b) Hezbollah c) Hamas d) Islamic Jihad Ans: c) Hamas

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1.What is the mandatory deadline for linking Aadhaar with PAN cards to avoid invalidation? a) November 1, 2025 b) December 31, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) October 31, 2025 Ans: b) December 31, 2025 2.What is the maximum numbe...

1.What is the mandatory deadline for linking Aadhaar with PAN cards to avoid invalidation? a) November 1, 2025 b) December 31, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) October 31, 2025 Ans: b) December 31, 2025 2.What is the maximum number of individuals an account holder can nominate per bank account, locker, or safe custody item under the revised banking regulations? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: d) Four 3.SBI Cardholders will face a 1% fee for which type of transactions? a) All online purchases b) Education-related payments via third-party apps and wallet top-ups exceeding ₹1,000 c) Cash withdrawals from ATMs d) International transactions Ans: b) Education-related payments via third-party apps and wallet top-ups exceeding ₹1,000 4.How has the Goods and Services Tax (GST) system been simplified? a) By introducing a single unified slab b) By replacing the four-slab structure with two main slabs and a 40% rate for luxury and sin goods c) By increasing all existing slab rates by 5% d) By exempting all essential goods from GST Ans: b) By replacing the four-slab structure with two main slabs and a 40% rate for luxury and sin goods 5.What is the updated charge for online non-biometric Aadhaar card updates like name or address? a) ₹50 b) ₹75 c) ₹100 d) ₹125 Ans: b) ₹75 6.For how long do biometric updates for children's Aadhaar cards remain free, according to UIDAI updates? a) Six months b) One year c) Two years d) Until they turn five years old Ans: b) One year 7.What is the deadline for central and state government pensioners to submit their annual Life Certificates? a) October 31 b) End of November c) December 31 d) January 15 Ans: b) End of November 8.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) mandated banks to move their net banking website addresses to which exclusive domain? a) '.india.bank' b) '.net.bank' c) '.bank.in' d) '.rbi.in' Ans: c) '.bank.in' 9.What is the name of ISRO's heaviest communication satellite launched on November 2, 2025? a) GSAT-20 b) CMS-03 c) IRNSS-1I d) EOS-06 Ans: b) CMS-03 10.Which launch vehicle carried ISRO's heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03? a) PSLV-C54 b) GSLV Mk III c) LVM3-M5 d) SSLV-D2 Ans: c) LVM3-M5 11.Into which orbit was ISRO's heaviest communication satellite, CMS-03, launched? a) Low Earth Orbit (LEO) b) Polar Synchronous Orbit (PSO) c) Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) d) Sun-synchronous Orbit (SSO) Ans: c) Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) 12.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth ₹14,260 crore in which state on November 1, 2025? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Chhattisgarh d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Chhattisgarh 13.A four-lane Greenfield Highway was inaugurated in Chhattisgarh under which central government initiative? a) Sagarmala Pariyojana b) Setu Bharatam c) Bharatmala Pariyojana d) National Highways Development Project Ans: c) Bharatmala Pariyojana 14.In which district of Andhra Pradesh did a tragic temple stampede occur on November 1, 2025? a) Guntur b) Visakhapatnam c) Srikakulam d) Nellore Ans: c) Srikakulam 15.Which Indian state was declared free from extreme poverty on November 1, 2025, becoming the first to make such a declaration? a) Goa b) Sikkim c) Kerala d) Punjab Ans: c) Kerala 16.The achievement of Kerala being declared free from extreme poverty followed the implementation of which project? a) Antyodaya Anna Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana c) Extreme Poverty Alleviation Project (EPEP) d) National Rural Livelihoods Mission Ans: c) Extreme Poverty Alleviation Project (EPEP) 17.Which two-time Grand Slam champion announced his retirement from professional tennis? a) Leander Paes b) Rohan Bopanna c) Mahesh Bhupathi d) Sania Mirza Ans: b) Rohan Bopanna 18.Which team secured the 42nd Indian Oil Servo Surjit Hockey Trophy for the third consecutive year? a) Punjab National Bank b) Indian Railways c) Indian Oil Mumbai d) Bharat Petroleum Ans: c) Indian Oil Mumbai 19.What significant feature is planned for India's Population Census 2027, making it a first in independent India? a) It will be conducted entirely by drones b) It will be the first digital Census and the first to enumerate caste c) It will exclude all urban populations d) It will only collect data on economic status Ans: b) It will be the first digital Census and the first to enumerate caste 20.What is the consequence for PAN cards not linked with Aadhaar by December 31, 2025? a) A penalty fee will be applied b) The PAN card will be temporarily suspended c) The PAN card will be invalidated from January 1, 2026 d) All associated bank accounts will be frozen Ans: c) The PAN card will be invalidated from January 1, 2026

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1.What is the fee for an adult to update their biometric information (fingerprints or iris scans) on their Aadhaar card, effective November 1, 2025? a) ₹75 b) ₹125 c) ₹0 d) ₹50 Ans: b) ₹125 2.For how long has the ₹125 fee fo...

1.What is the fee for an adult to update their biometric information (fingerprints or iris scans) on their Aadhaar card, effective November 1, 2025? a) ₹75 b) ₹125 c) ₹0 d) ₹50 Ans: b) ₹125 2.For how long has the ₹125 fee for mandatory biometric updates for children's Aadhaar cards been waived by UIDAI, effective November 1, 2025? a) 6 months b) 1 year c) 2 years d) Until further notice Ans: b) 1 year 3.According to the amendments to the Banking Laws Act effective November 1, 2025, what is the maximum number of individuals a bank customer can nominate for a single account or locker? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: d) Four 4.Which of the following GST slab rates were removed as part of the new two-slab system effective November 1, 2025? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 28% c) 18% and 28% d) 5% and 18% Ans: b) 12% and 28% 5.What is the new GST rate introduced for luxury and sin goods under the revamped system effective November 1, 2025? a) 18% b) 28% c) 30% d) 40% Ans: d) 40% 6.Central government employees seeking to transition from the National Pension System (NPS) to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) have until which date to complete the process? a) October 31, 2025 b) November 1, 2025 c) November 30, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: c) November 30, 2025 7.From November 1, 2025, what is the typical timeframe for automatic approval of new GST registrations for most applicants? a) 1 working day b) 3 working days c) 7 working days d) 15 working days Ans: b) 3 working days 8.Which government department spearheaded the "Special Campaign 5.0" that concluded on October 31, 2025? a) Ministry of Finance b) Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) c) Ministry of Home Affairs d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) 9.What was the approximate revenue generated from the disposal of scrap and e-waste during the "Special Campaign 5.0"? a) ₹200 crore b) ₹350 crore c) ₹550 crore d) ₹700 crore Ans: c) ₹550 crore 10.The Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform was originally launched on which date? a) October 1, 2023 b) October 31, 2023 c) October 1, 2025 d) October 31, 2025 Ans: b) October 31, 2023 11.When was the MY Bharat Mobile App, featuring AI-driven chatbots and multilingual support, launched? a) October 31, 2023 b) October 1, 2024 c) October 1, 2025 d) October 31, 2025 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 12.What is the primary target age group for the Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform? a) 10-19 years b) 15-29 years c) 18-35 years d) 20-40 years Ans: b) 15-29 years 13.The PM SHRI scheme aims to upgrade government schools under which national policy? a) National Skill Development Policy b) National Health Policy c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 d) National Digital India Policy Ans: c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 14.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a modern facility PM SHRI schools are equipped with? a) Smart classrooms b) Atal Tinkering & Innovation Labs c) Digital libraries d) Dedicated sports academies Ans: d) Dedicated sports academies 15.According to Kerala Finance Minister K.N. Balagopal, what is the maximum amount of assistance each household is expected to receive under the new welfare schemes effective November 1, 2025? a) Up to ₹5,000 b) Up to ₹6,000 c) Up to ₹7,000 d) Up to ₹10,000 Ans: c) Up to ₹7,000

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1.Which team did the Indian Women's Cricket team defeat to secure their berth in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup final 2025? a) England b) New Zealand c) Australia d) South Africa Ans: c) Australia 2.Who was named Player of th...

1.Which team did the Indian Women's Cricket team defeat to secure their berth in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup final 2025? a) England b) New Zealand c) Australia d) South Africa Ans: c) Australia 2.Who was named Player of the Match in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup semi-final where India successfully chased a target of 339 runs? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Jemimah Rodrigues c) Smriti Mandhana d) Ellyse Perry Ans: b) Jemimah Rodrigues 3.Against which team will India face in the final of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) England b) Australia c) New Zealand d) South Africa Ans: d) South Africa 4.In which city was the historic ICC Women's ODI World Cup semi-final between India and Australia held? a) Mumbai b) Navi Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Chennai Ans: b) Navi Mumbai 5.Which Indian cricketer scored the highest for India with 68 runs in the second T20 International loss against Australia? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Abhishek Sharma d) Suryakumar Yadav Ans: c) Abhishek Sharma 6.Which Australian bowler's impressive spell of 3/13 restricted the Indian innings in the second T20I? a) Mitchell Starc b) Josh Hazlewood c) Pat Cummins d) Adam Zampa Ans: b) Josh Hazlewood 7.Which team emerged victorious in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12, claiming their second title? a) Puneri Paltan b) Bengaluru Bulls c) Dabang Delhi K.C. d) Patna Pirates Ans: c) Dabang Delhi K.C. 8.The trophy for the FIDE World Chess Cup 2025 has been named the 'Viswanathan Anand Cup' in tribute to his legacy as what? a) India's first World Champion b) India's first Grandmaster c) The youngest Grandmaster d) The longest-reigning World Champion Ans: b) India's first Grandmaster 9.In which Indian city is the FIDE World Chess Cup 2025, featuring the 'Viswanathan Anand Cup', being held? a) New Delhi b) Chennai c) Panjim, Goa d) Kolkata Ans: c) Panjim, Goa 10.How did East Bengal qualify for the semifinals of the AIFF Super Cup after drawing with Mohun Bagan Super Giant? a) By winning a penalty shootout b) Based on superior goal difference c) Due to an away goal rule d) Mohun Bagan Super Giant forfeited Ans: b) Based on superior goal difference 11.Which Indian boxer secured a bronze medal for India at the Asian Youth Games 2025 in Manama, Bahrain? a) Six Indian boxers b) Anant Deshmukh c) Mary Kom d) Lovlina Borgohain Ans: b) Anant Deshmukh 12.Manuel Frederick, who recently passed away, was a distinguished Indian player of which sport and a Munich Olympics bronze medallist? a) Football b) Cricket c) Hockey d) Athletics Ans: c) Hockey 13.Manuel Frederick, a Munich Olympics bronze medallist, holds the distinction of being the first Olympic medallist from which Indian state? a) Tamil Nadu b) Punjab c) Kerala d) Odisha Ans: c) Kerala 14.What was the formidable target successfully chased by the Indian Women's Cricket team in their semi-final victory against Australia? a) 289 runs b) 305 runs c) 339 runs d) 350 runs Ans: c) 339 runs 15.Apart from Dabang Delhi K.C., which team was the runner-up in the Pro Kabaddi League (PKL) Season 12 final? a) Bengal Warriors b) U Mumba c) Puneri Paltan d) Jaipur Pink Panthers Ans: c) Puneri Paltan

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1.Which ministry is primarily organizing the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025? a) Ministry of Science and Technology b) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology c) Ministry of Ayush d) Minis...

1.Which ministry is primarily organizing the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025? a) Ministry of Science and Technology b) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology c) Ministry of Ayush d) Ministry of Education Ans: c) Ministry of Ayush 2.The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 is scheduled to be held in which city? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Bengaluru d) Chennai Ans: b) New Delhi 3.From which academic year will the Ministry of Education introduce an Artificial Intelligence (AI) curriculum for students from Class 3 onwards? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2026-27 d) 2027-28 Ans: c) 2026-27 4.Which organization is establishing an AI lab at the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) headquarters to upskill Indian talents? a) Google b) Microsoft c) IBM d) Intel Ans: c) IBM 5.During which event did the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) transfer Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LATOTs) for advanced defence products? a) DEFEXPO 2025 b) Aero India 2025 c) SAMANVAY 2025 d) India Tech 2025 Ans: c) SAMANVAY 2025 6.ASEAN has expressed its intent to leverage India's expertise in which specific areas? a) Renewable energy and climate change mitigation b) Space exploration and advanced materials c) Cybersecurity and digital defence d) Bio-manufacturing and quantum science Ans: c) Cybersecurity and digital defence 7.How many thematic tracks will be featured at the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025? a) Nine b) Ten c) Eleven d) Twelve Ans: c) Eleven 8.Which of the following areas was NOT explicitly mentioned as part of India's recent achievements highlighted by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Digital India b) Deep Tech initiatives c) Electric Vehicle manufacturing d) Space technology like Chandrayaan Ans: c) Electric Vehicle manufacturing 9.The initiatives mentioned in the passage, aiming for innovation and a robust scientific ecosystem, align with which overarching vision for India? a) Swachh Bharat b) Make in India c) Viksit Bharat d) Skill India Ans: c) Viksit Bharat 10.The ESTIC 2025 is envisioned to move beyond the traditional format of which other significant Indian science event? a) Indian National Science Academy Annual Meeting b) Indian Science Congress c) Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Foundation Day d) National Science Day Celebrations Ans: b) Indian Science Congress 11.The Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025 is convened by a total of how many ministries of the Government of India? a) 10 b) 11 c) 12 d) 13 Ans: d) 13

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1.What was the primary driver for India's fiscal deficit reaching 36.5% of the full-year target in the first half of the current financial year (FY26)? a) Muted gross tax revenue b) Robust capital expenditure growth c) Increase in go...

1.What was the primary driver for India's fiscal deficit reaching 36.5% of the full-year target in the first half of the current financial year (FY26)? a) Muted gross tax revenue b) Robust capital expenditure growth c) Increase in government subsidies d) Decline in foreign direct investment Ans: b) Robust capital expenditure growth 2.Which of the following primarily contributed to the decrease in India's foreign exchange reserves for the week ending October 24? a) Decline in foreign direct investment b) Reduction in foreign currency assets and gold reserves c) Increase in the import bill d) Outflow of portfolio investments Ans: b) Reduction in foreign currency assets and gold reserves 3.Indian exporters diversified their markets in the first half of 2025 primarily to mitigate the impact of what anticipated trade measure? a) Global supply chain disruptions b) 50% US tariffs c) Increased import duties from China d) Brexit-related trade restrictions Ans: b) 50% US tariffs 4.Which of the following product categories was specifically mentioned as benefiting from India's market diversification efforts in 2025? a) Pharmaceuticals b) Automobiles c) Textiles d) Software services Ans: c) Textiles 5.What percentage of import duty did India impose on yellow peas, effective November 1, 2025? a) 10% b) 20% c) 30% d) 40% Ans: c) 30% 6.The imposition of a 30% import duty on yellow peas by India primarily aims to achieve which of the following? a) Increase government revenue b) Boost exports of yellow peas c) Support domestic prices and curb cheap imports d) Fulfill international trade agreements Ans: c) Support domestic prices and curb cheap imports 7.The new simplified GST registration framework, part of the GST 2.0 initiative, allows for automatic approval of new GST registrations within how many working days? a) One b) Three c) Five d) Seven Ans: b) Three 8.New RBI regulations, effective November 1, 2025, mandate banks to offer customers the choice to nominate or opt out for which of the following? a) Only deposit accounts b) Only safe deposit lockers c) Deposit accounts, safe deposit lockers, and articles in safe custody d) Only articles in safe custody Ans: c) Deposit accounts, safe deposit lockers, and articles in safe custody 9.Which country granted India a six-month sanctions waiver for its operations at Iran's Chabahar Port? a) Russia b) China c) United States d) United Kingdom Ans: c) United States 10.The US sanctions waiver for India's operations at Chabahar Port is primarily seen as a strategic concession supporting what aspect of India's foreign policy? a) India's nuclear energy program b) India's regional connectivity plans c) India's defense modernization efforts d) India's space exploration initiatives Ans: b) India's regional connectivity plans

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1.Which international organization facilitated the exchange of bodies between Israel and Hamas amid a fragile truce? a) United Nations b) Doctors Without Borders c) International Committee of the Red Cross d) Amnesty International An...

1.Which international organization facilitated the exchange of bodies between Israel and Hamas amid a fragile truce? a) United Nations b) Doctors Without Borders c) International Committee of the Red Cross d) Amnesty International Ans: c) International Committee of the Red Cross 2.What significant finding was revealed in a classified report from the U.S. State Department's Office of Inspector General regarding Israeli military units in Gaza? a) Evidence of widespread humanitarian aid diversion b) Hundreds of potential violations of U.S. human rights law c) Discovery of new unapproved weapons systems d) Unreported financial transactions with foreign entities Ans: b) Hundreds of potential violations of U.S. human rights law 3.Which city in Sudan's North Darfur region was recently captured by the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF), leading to reports of mass atrocities? a) Khartoum b) Omdurman c) El Fasher d) Port Sudan Ans: c) El Fasher 4.Which international humanitarian organization denounced 'horrendous mass atrocities and killings' in and around El Fasher, Sudan, following its capture by the RSF? a) United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) b) World Health Organization (WHO) c) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) d) International Organization for Migration (IOM) Ans: c) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) 5.What is identified as the primary cause of the severe post-election violence and reported fatalities in Tanzania? a) Resource disputes between ethnic groups b) Foreign intervention in political affairs c) Allegations of electoral fraud and jailing of opposition challengers d) Economic sanctions imposed by international bodies Ans: c) Allegations of electoral fraud and jailing of opposition challengers 6.Which two Caribbean nations were reported to be particularly hard-hit by Hurricane Melissa, experiencing the majority of fatalities and extensive damage? a) Cuba and Dominican Republic b) Puerto Rico and Barbados c) Jamaica and Haiti d) Trinidad and Tobago Ans: c) Jamaica and Haiti 7.What was the peak intensity classification of Hurricane Melissa when it struck Jamaica, making it the strongest to ever hit the island? a) Category 3 b) Category 4 c) Category 5 d) Tropical Storm Ans: c) Category 5 8.By what year does the European Union aim to implement a full ban on Russian gas imports, according to its proposed plans? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2028 Ans: d) 2028 9.What is the primary strategic objective stated by the EU for imposing a full ban on Russian gas imports? a) To promote renewable energy sources within the EU b) To reduce overall energy consumption in member states c) To deprive Russia of significant revenue used to fund the invasion of Ukraine d) To increase energy security through diversification of suppliers Ans: c) To deprive Russia of significant revenue used to fund the invasion of Ukraine 10.Which two EU member states are mentioned as primary opponents to the proposed full ban on Russian gas imports due to their continued reliance on Russian energy? a) Germany and France b) Poland and Lithuania c) Hungary and Slovakia d) Italy and Spain Ans: c) Hungary and Slovakia 11.Which country has implemented new Administrative Measures for National Cybersecurity Incident Reporting, effective November 1, 2025? a) United States b) Russia c) China d) India Ans: c) China 12.China's new cybersecurity incident reporting regulations particularly focus on risks associated with which two key areas? a) Social media content and foreign investments b) Artificial Intelligence (AI) and infrastructure c) E-commerce platforms and digital currencies d) Personal data privacy and cross-border data transfers Ans: b) Artificial Intelligence (AI) and infrastructure 13.According to the EU's phased approach for banning Russian gas, when are new Russian gas contracts set to be banned? a) June 2025 b) January 2026 c) June 2026 d) January 2028 Ans: b) January 2026 14.Which international organization reported that over 62,000 people have been displaced from El Fasher, Sudan, following the city's capture by the RSF? a) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) b) International Organization for Migration (IOM) c) World Food Programme (WFP) d) Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) Ans: b) International Organization for Migration (IOM) 15.The U.S. State Department's Office of Inspector General's classified report on potential human rights violations by Israeli military units in Gaza suggests that investigation into these violations would take how long? a) Weeks b) Months c) Years d) Decades Ans: c) Years 16.Which world leader strongly condemned the massacres in Sudan's El Fasher, calling for an immediate halt to the violence? a) U.S. President Joe Biden b) French President Emmanuel Macron c) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan d) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Ans: c) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan

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1.What is the duration of the new defence cooperation framework agreement signed between India and the United States on October 31, 2025? a) 5 years b) 10 years c) 15 years d) 20 years Ans: b) 10 years 2.Which Indian Ministe...

1.What is the duration of the new defence cooperation framework agreement signed between India and the United States on October 31, 2025? a) 5 years b) 10 years c) 15 years d) 20 years Ans: b) 10 years 2.Which Indian Minister reportedly described the new defence pact between India and the US as a clear signal of growing strategic convergence? a) S. Jaishankar b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Rajnath Singh d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Rajnath Singh 3.Who has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI)? a) Justice D Y Chandrachud b) Justice Surya Kant c) Justice N.V. Ramana d) Justice U.U. Lalit Ans: b) Justice Surya Kant 4.On what date is Justice Surya Kant slated to take charge as the 53rd Chief Justice of India? a) October 31, 2025 b) November 1, 2025 c) November 24, 2025 d) February 9, 2027 Ans: c) November 24, 2025 5.Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, observed on October 31, 2025, marked the 150th birth anniversary of which prominent Indian leader? a) Mahatma Gandhi b) Jawaharlal Nehru c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel d) Subhas Chandra Bose Ans: c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel 6.What title is commonly associated with Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, whose 150th birth anniversary was celebrated on Rashtriya Ekta Diwas? a) Father of the Nation b) Iron Man of India c) Frontier Gandhi d) Netaji Ans: b) Iron Man of India 7.In its manifesto for the Bihar Assembly polls, the NDA pledged the creation of how many jobs for youth? a) 50 lakh b) 75 lakh c) One crore d) Two crore Ans: c) One crore 8.The NDA's Bihar Assembly election manifesto included a promise to empower how many 'Lakhpathi Didis'? a) 50 lakh b) 75 lakh c) One crore d) Two crore Ans: c) One crore 9.What new process for the upcoming Census began its trial run in select areas across India from November 1, 2025? a) Digital biometric collection b) Satellite imaging for population count c) Self-enumeration d) Drone-based data collection Ans: c) Self-enumeration 10.The Central government recently reversed a ban, allowing the resumption of which religious pilgrimages to Pakistan? a) Hindu pilgrimages b) Sikh pilgrimages c) Buddhist pilgrimages d) Jain pilgrimages Ans: b) Sikh pilgrimages 11.Which former Indian cricketer was sworn in as a Minister in the Telangana Cabinet on October 31, 2025? a) Sachin Tendulkar b) Sourav Ganguly c) Azharuddin d) Rahul Dravid Ans: c) Azharuddin 12.When are the CBSE Class 10 and 12 board exams for 2026 scheduled to be held, as announced by the CBSE? a) January to March b) February 17 to April 9 c) March to May d) April to June Ans: b) February 17 to April 9 13.What was cited as the reason for deeming the proposed artificial rain project for Delhi unviable for the upcoming winter? a) Lack of necessary technology b) Insufficient rainfall prediction c) High costs d) Environmental concerns Ans: c) High costs 14.Which Indian women's cricketer was named the Best Fielder of the ICC Women's World Cup tournament mentioned in the news? a) Smriti Mandhana b) Harmanpreet Kaur c) Jemimah Rodrigues d) Deepti Sharma Ans: c) Jemimah Rodrigues

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1.What is the primary objective of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)? a) To promote the export of finished electronic goods. b) To deepen India's electronics value chain through local production of critical compon...

1.What is the primary objective of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)? a) To promote the export of finished electronic goods. b) To deepen India's electronics value chain through local production of critical components. c) To provide financial assistance for setting up new electronics assembly plants. d) To regulate the import of electronic components into India. Ans: b) To deepen India's electronics value chain through local production of critical components. 2.The Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) was launched in which year? a) April 2023 b) April 2024 c) April 2025 d) April 2026 Ans: c) April 2025 3.Which of the following components are specifically mentioned as targets for local production under the ECMS to build a self-reliant ecosystem? a) Microprocessors, RAM, and SSDs b) PCBs, camera modules, and copper laminates c) Finished smartphones, laptops, and televisions d) Solar panels, wind turbines, and electric vehicle batteries Ans: b) PCBs, camera modules, and copper laminates 4.For the Rabi season 2025-26, which of the following fertilizers will see an increase in their Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) rates? a) Nitrogen and Potash b) Phosphate and Sulphur c) Nitrogen and Phosphate d) Potash and Sulphur Ans: b) Phosphate and Sulphur 5.What is the primary goal of the Union Cabinet's decision to revise Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for P&K fertilizers? a) To increase government revenue from fertilizer sales. b) To discourage the use of chemical fertilizers. c) To ensure smooth availability of essential fertilizers at affordable prices and promote balanced nutrient application. d) To reduce the overall budgetary allocation for agricultural subsidies. Ans: c) To ensure smooth availability of essential fertilizers at affordable prices and promote balanced nutrient application. 6.The revised Nutrient-Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilizers for the Rabi season 2025-26 are applicable from which date? a) April 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) March 31, 2026 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 7.The PM SHRI scheme aims to develop schools across India as exemplary institutions showcasing which national policy? a) National Health Policy (NHP) 2020 b) National Skill Development Policy (NSDP) 2020 c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 d) National Industrial Policy (NIP) 2020 Ans: c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 8.What is the full form of the PM SHRI scheme? a) Prime Minister's Holistic Rural Infrastructure b) Prime Minister's Scheme for High-Quality Rural Institutions c) Prime Minister Schools for Rising India d) Prime Minister's Scholarship for Higher Research in India Ans: c) Prime Minister Schools for Rising India 9.Which Indian state is currently reviewing its participation in the PM SHRI scheme, leading to debate? a) Karnataka b) Tamil Nadu c) Kerala d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Kerala 10.The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) extended the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26 for assessees requiring an audit. What is the new deadline? a) October 31, 2025 b) November 10, 2025 c) December 10, 2025 d) January 31, 2026 Ans: c) December 10, 2025 11.What was the primary reason cited by the CBDT for extending the Income Tax Return (ITR) filing deadline for audited assessees? a) Public holidays and festivals b) Representations from tax professionals citing heavy audit workloads and technical challenges c) A sudden surge in taxpayer numbers d) Changes in tax laws that required more time Ans: b) Representations from tax professionals citing heavy audit workloads and technical challenges 12.What is the primary objective of the new Seeds Act announced by Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan? a) To regulate the export of agricultural produce. b) To ensure farmers receive high-quality seeds. c) To provide subsidies for seed production. d) To promote genetically modified crops. Ans: b) To ensure farmers receive high-quality seeds. 13.The upcoming new Seeds Act aims to amend and update which existing legislation? a) The Essential Commodities Act, 1955 b) The Farmers’ Produce Trade and Commerce (Promotion and Facilitation) Act, 2020 c) The Seeds Act of 1966 d) The Plant Varieties Protection and Farmers' Rights Act, 2001 Ans: c) The Seeds Act of 1966

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1.Which country did the Indian women's cricket team defeat in the semi-final of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 to secure their spot in the final? a) England b) New Zealand c) South Africa d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 2...

1.Which country did the Indian women's cricket team defeat in the semi-final of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 to secure their spot in the final? a) England b) New Zealand c) South Africa d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 2.What significant record did India achieve in their semi-final victory at the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) Highest individual score in a Women's World Cup semi-final b) Highest successful run chase in women's ODIs and Women's World Cup knockout history c) Most wickets taken by an Indian bowler in a single match d) Fastest century in Women's World Cup history Ans: b) Highest successful run chase in women's ODIs and Women's World Cup knockout history 3.Who was the star batter for India, scoring an unbeaten 127 runs, to steer the team to victory in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semi-final? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana c) Jemimah Rodrigues d) Deepti Sharma Ans: c) Jemimah Rodrigues 4.Against which team will India compete in the summit clash of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) England b) Australia c) New Zealand d) South Africa Ans: d) South Africa 5.The historic semi-final match of the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 between India and Australia was held at which stadium? a) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai b) Eden Gardens, Kolkata c) DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: c) DY Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai 6.In which city were the Asian Youth Games 2025, where Indian boxers showcased their prowess, being held? a) Doha, Qatar b) Manama, Bahrain c) Dubai, UAE d) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Ans: b) Manama, Bahrain 7.How many Indian boxers reached the finals of the Asian Youth Games 2025? a) Four b) Five c) Six d) Seven Ans: c) Six 8.Indian shuttler Kiran George advanced to the quarterfinals of which badminton tournament by stunning world No. 13 Toma Junior Popov? a) French Open Super 750 b) Denmark Open Super 750 c) Hylo Open Super 500 d) Japan Open Super 750 Ans: c) Hylo Open Super 500 9.The FIDE World Cup 2025 is set to commence in which country, marking its return after a gap of 23 years? a) Russia b) India c) Norway d) USA Ans: b) India 10.Who is leading the strong Indian contingent in the FIDE World Cup 2025 as the reigning World Champion? a) R Praggnanandhaa b) Arjun Erigaisi c) Viswanathan Anand d) Gukesh Dommaraju Ans: d) Gukesh Dommaraju 11.Which Indian Grandmaster, also the FIDE Women's World Cup champion, received a wild card entry for the FIDE World Cup 2025? a) Humpy Koneru b) Harika Dronavalli c) Divya Deshmukh d) R Vaishali Ans: c) Divya Deshmukh 12.Which of the following Indian teams is vying for their first-ever World Cup title, as mentioned in the provided current affairs content? a) Men's Hockey Team b) Men's Cricket Team c) Women's Cricket Team d) Men's Football Team Ans: c) Women's Cricket Team

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1.Which launch vehicle is being utilized for ISRO's upcoming CMS-03 communication satellite mission? a) PSLV b) GSLV Mk-II c) Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) d) SSLV Ans: c) Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) 2.What is the primary pu...

1.Which launch vehicle is being utilized for ISRO's upcoming CMS-03 communication satellite mission? a) PSLV b) GSLV Mk-II c) Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) d) SSLV Ans: c) Launch Vehicle Mark 3 (LVM3) 2.What is the primary purpose of ISRO's CMS-03 communication satellite? a) Earth observation and mapping b) Providing extensive communication services across the Indian landmass and oceanic regions c) Interplanetary research d) Weather forecasting Ans: b) Providing extensive communication services across the Indian landmass and oceanic regions 3.As of October 23, 2025, what percentage of the development work for India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission has been completed? a) 50% b) 75% c) 90% d) 100% Ans: c) 90% 4.When is India's maiden human spaceflight, the Gaganyaan mission, slated to be launched? a) 2026 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2029 Ans: b) 2027 5.Which government department, under the Ministry of Education, announced the introduction of an AI and Computational Thinking curriculum for schools? a) Department of Higher Education b) Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSE&L) c) Department of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship d) Department of Science and Technology Ans: b) Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSE&L) 6.From which class will the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Computational Thinking (CT) curriculum be introduced in all Indian schools? a) Class 1 b) Class 3 c) Class 6 d) Class 9 Ans: b) Class 3 7.The introduction of the AI and Computational Thinking curriculum in schools is aligned with which national policy? a) Make in India Initiative b) Digital India Campaign c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 d) Skill India Mission Ans: c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 8.What is the projected economic contribution of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to the Indian economy by 2035? a) $500 billion b) $1 trillion c) $1.7 trillion d) $2.5 trillion Ans: c) $1.7 trillion 9.Which company announced a substantial $15 billion investment to establish its first AI hub in Visakhapatnam (Vizag), Andhra Pradesh? a) Microsoft b) IBM c) Google Cloud d) Amazon Web Services Ans: c) Google Cloud 10.What is the full form of the government's pioneering BIO-E3 policy in biotechnology? a) Biotechnology for Energy, Economy, and Environment b) Bio-Economy, Education, and Empowerment c) Biotechnology for Economy, Employment, and Environment d) Bio-Engineering for Economic Evolution Ans: c) Biotechnology for Economy, Employment, and Environment 11.What is India's target for its bioeconomy by the year 2030? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $500 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 12.Which indigenous antibiotic was recently developed in India for resistant respiratory infections? a) Amoxicillin b) Nafithromycin c) Ciprofloxacin d) Azithromycin Ans: b) Nafithromycin 13.Which initiative serves as a key driver for indigenous defense innovations in India? a) Make in India Defense b) Defence Production Policy c) Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) 14.Which company, founded by Elon Musk, is conducting demo runs in Mumbai to demonstrate compliance for satellite broadband services in India? a) OneWeb b) Viasat c) Starlink d) HughesNet Ans: c) Starlink

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1.What was a primary global factor contributing to the sharp decline in Indian benchmark indices on October 30, 2025? a) A significant rise in global crude oil prices. b) The US Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates, indic...

1.What was a primary global factor contributing to the sharp decline in Indian benchmark indices on October 30, 2025? a) A significant rise in global crude oil prices. b) The US Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates, indicating it might be the last cut of the year. c) A major trade dispute escalation between the US and China. d) Widespread political instability in European Union member states. Ans: b) The US Federal Reserve's decision to cut interest rates, indicating it might be the last cut of the year. 2.The significant weakening of the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar in 2025 was primarily attributed to which of the following? a) A surge in domestic consumer spending leading to higher imports. b) A sharp decline in capital inflows, including lackluster FDI and substantial FPI outflows. c) Increased government borrowing from international markets. d) A decrease in India's foreign exchange reserves. Ans: b) A sharp decline in capital inflows, including lackluster FDI and substantial FPI outflows. 3.How did India's net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows change significantly from the period of FY20-22 to FY25, as stated in the report? a) Increased from approximately "$1 billion" to "$40-45 billion". b) Remained stable at around "$40-45 billion" annually. c) Dropped substantially from "$40-45 billion" annually to just "$1 billion". d) Slightly decreased from "$45 billion" to "$35 billion". Ans: c) Dropped substantially from "$40-45 billion" annually to just "$1 billion". 4.Which Union Minister projected India to become a "$30 trillion" economy within the next "20-25 years" during the Berlin Global Dialogue? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar c) Piyush Goyal d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 5.The projection of India becoming a "$30 trillion" economy by "2048" is supported by which historical economic indicator mentioned in the analysis? a) A consistent trade surplus over the last two decades. b) A compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of "11.9%" in nominal GDP since the financial year "2000". c) India's rapidly growing foreign exchange reserves. d) A significant reduction in national debt. Ans: b) A compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of "11.9%" in nominal GDP since the financial year "2000". 6.Who is the Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) who provided an optimistic assessment that the Indian economy is likely to achieve growth exceeding "6.7%" in the current financial year (FY25)? a) Raghuram Rajan b) Arvind Subramanian c) V. Anantha Nageswaran d) Kaushik Basu Ans: c) V. Anantha Nageswaran 7.According to a NITI Aayog report, which Indian state has emerged as the fastest-growing service economy? a) Karnataka b) Maharashtra c) Tamil Nadu d) Telangana Ans: d) Telangana 8.What is Telangana's rank among all Indian states in terms of Gross Value Added (GVA) from services, as per the NITI Aayog report? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fifth Ans: c) Third 9.As of the report, how many chapters of the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Union have been concluded? a) "5" b) "10" c) "15" d) "20" Ans: b) "10" 10.India secured a six-month waiver from U.S. sanctions for which strategically important port, located in Iran? a) Bandar Abbas Port b) Chabahar Port c) Bushehr Port d) Assaluyeh Port Ans: b) Chabahar Port 11.Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) signed an MoU with which authority to manage rail handling operations at the upcoming Vadhvan Port? a) Mundra Port Authority b) Adani Ports and SEZ c) Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) d) Deendayal Port Authority Ans: c) Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) 12.Which of the following is NOT listed as a strong economic fundamental for India, despite the Rupee's depreciation, according to the report? a) A projected GDP growth of around "6.5%" for the full year. b) Inflation well below the RBI's "4%" target. c) Robust foreign exchange reserves. d) Significant increase in Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) inflows. Ans: d) Significant increase in Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) inflows. 13.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) inflation target mentioned in the context of India's strong economic fundamentals? a) "2%" b) "4%" c) "6%" d) "8%" Ans: b) "4%" 14.The growth of Telangana as India's fastest-growing service economy is largely driven by which of the following? a) Its agricultural sector and agro-based industries. b) Its thriving IT, financial, and knowledge-based industries. c) Significant growth in its manufacturing and heavy industries. d) Extensive development in its mining and natural resource extraction. Ans: b) Its thriving IT, financial, and knowledge-based industries. 15.What was the nature of the US Federal Reserve's monetary policy decision that dampened investor sentiment globally on October 30, 2025? a) An unexpected hike in interest rates. b) A decision to cut interest rates, coupled with indications that it might be the last cut of the year. c) A decision to maintain interest rates at current levels, surprising market expectations. d) An announcement of a new quantitative easing program. Ans: b) A decision to cut interest rates, coupled with indications that it might be the last cut of the year.

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1.US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of which international summit to discuss trade disputes? a) G7 Summit b) World Economic Forum c) Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit d) United...

1.US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping met on the sidelines of which international summit to discuss trade disputes? a) G7 Summit b) World Economic Forum c) Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit d) United Nations General Assembly Ans: c) Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) summit 2.A significant outcome of the recent trade talks between the US and China was President Trump's agreement to reduce tariffs on which specific category of goods? a) Steel and Aluminum products b) Agricultural exports c) Fentanyl-related products d) Technology components Ans: c) Fentanyl-related products 3.In which South Korean city did US President Donald Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping hold their breakthrough trade talks? a) Seoul b) Incheon c) Busan d) Gwangju Ans: c) Busan 4.Israel recently reaffirmed its commitment to a ceasefire with which entity following a series of airstrikes in the Gaza Strip? a) Palestinian Authority b) Hezbollah c) Hamas d) Islamic Jihad Ans: c) Hamas 5.Which Caribbean nation was reported to have borne the brunt of Hurricane Melissa, experiencing 185 mile-per-hour winds and widespread damage? a) Cuba b) Haiti c) Dominican Republic d) Jamaica Ans: d) Jamaica 6.Hurricane Melissa, which caused catastrophic destruction across multiple Caribbean nations, was categorized as what intensity? a) Category 3 b) Category 4 c) Category 5 d) Tropical Storm Ans: c) Category 5 7.The ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan was reached during peace talks held in which international city? a) Doha b) Istanbul c) Tashkent d) Tehran Ans: b) Istanbul 8.Which country played the role of announcing the ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan after peace talks? a) Qatar b) United Arab Emirates c) Turkey d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) Turkey 9.What economic policy action did the Federal Reserve recently undertake for the second time this year? a) Increased interest rates b) Reduced interest rates c) Initiated quantitative easing d) Announced a new bond-buying program Ans: b) Reduced interest rates 10.Amidst concerns over a potential US government shutdown, which type of organizations urged Congress to promptly reopen the federal government? a) Educational institutions b) Healthcare providers c) Manufacturing groups d) Environmental advocacy groups Ans: c) Manufacturing groups 11.The United Nations called for an end to the siege in Sudan after reports of hundreds of people killed inside a maternity hospital. This plea was highlighted in the context of news about which other major global event or disaster? a) The US-China trade agreement b) The Israel-Hamas ceasefire commitment c) Hurricane Melissa's devastation d) The Pakistan-Afghanistan ceasefire Ans: c) Hurricane Melissa's devastation 12.What was the stated basis for the lasting peace sought by Pakistan and Afghanistan in their recent ceasefire agreement? a) Economic cooperation and aid b) Border demarcation and security guarantees c) Mutual respect and non-interference d) Joint military exercises and intelligence sharing Ans: c) Mutual respect and non-interference

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1.Who has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, slated to assume office on November 24, 2025? a) Justice D Y Chandrachud b) Justice Surya Kant c) Justice U U Lalit d) Justice N V Ramana Ans: b) Justice Surya Kant
1.Who has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, slated to assume office on November 24, 2025? a) Justice D Y Chandrachud b) Justice Surya Kant c) Justice U U Lalit d) Justice N V Ramana Ans: b) Justice Surya Kant 2.Justice Surya Kant, the 53rd Chief Justice of India, is expected to serve until which date? a) November 24, 2025 b) February 9, 2027 c) October 30, 2025 d) April 9, 2026 Ans: b) February 9, 2027 3.India recently secured a six-month waiver from US sanctions for which strategically important port? a) Gwadar Port b) Bandar Abbas Port c) Chabahar Port d) Duqm Port Ans: c) Chabahar Port 4.The US sanctions waiver for Chabahar Port is crucial for India's strategic connectivity initiatives, particularly for trade routes to which regions? a) Southeast Asia and East Africa b) Europe and North America c) Afghanistan and Central Asia d) South America and Oceania Ans: c) Afghanistan and Central Asia 5.India recently signed agreements with which neighboring country to develop new high-voltage cross-border power transmission lines, aiming to enhance electricity trade? a) Bangladesh b) Pakistan c) Nepal d) Bhutan Ans: c) Nepal 6.Which team did the Indian Women's Cricket Team defeat in the semi-final to secure their spot in the ODI World Cup 2025 final? a) England b) New Zealand c) South Africa d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 7.Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) is celebrated annually to commemorate the birth anniversary of which prominent Indian leader? a) Mahatma Gandhi b) Jawaharlal Nehru c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel d) Subhas Chandra Bose Ans: c) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel 8.Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel is popularly known by which title? a) Father of the Nation b) Frontier Gandhi c) Iron Man of India d) Netaji Ans: c) Iron Man of India 9.Which cyclone recently prompted school closures and heavy rain warnings along the Andhra-Odisha coast? a) Cyclone Amphan b) Cyclone Fani c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Yaas Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 10.Which department issued heavy rain warnings for the Andhra-Odisha coast due to Cyclone Montha? a) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) b) Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) d) India Meteorological Department (IMD) Ans: d) India Meteorological Department (IMD) 11.The recent hostage crisis in Mumbai, where 19 people were held captive, occurred in which area? a) Bandra b) Juhu c) Powai d) Colaba Ans: c) Powai

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1.What is the name of the new comprehensive cashless healthcare scheme launched in Assam for state government employees and pensioners? a) Ayushman Bharat Arogya Yojana b) Mukhya Mantri Swasthya Bima Yojana c) Ayushman Asom Mukhya Ma...

1.What is the name of the new comprehensive cashless healthcare scheme launched in Assam for state government employees and pensioners? a) Ayushman Bharat Arogya Yojana b) Mukhya Mantri Swasthya Bima Yojana c) Ayushman Asom Mukhya Mantri Lok Sevak Arogya Yojana d) Assam State Health Protection Scheme Ans: c) Ayushman Asom Mukhya Mantri Lok Sevak Arogya Yojana 2.Beneficiaries of Assam's AAMMLSAY scheme will be able to avail healthcare services at rates equivalent to which existing health scheme? a) Ayushman Bharat b) Employees' State Insurance Scheme (ESIS) c) Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) d) Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) Ans: c) Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) 3.The PM-SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) scheme, implemented by states like Kerala, aims to transform existing schools to fully exemplify the vision and principles of which policy? a) Right to Education Act 2009 b) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 c) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan d) Skill India Mission Ans: b) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 4.What is the nature of the PM-SHRI scheme, which is designed to upgrade and transform over 14,500 existing schools across India? a) State-funded initiative b) Private sector undertaking c) Centrally sponsored initiative d) International aid program Ans: c) Centrally sponsored initiative 5.Which scheme is the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) utilizing to approve private investment projects aimed at strengthening India's domestic electronics manufacturing capabilities? a) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme b) Make in India Initiative c) Digital India Programme d) Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) Ans: d) Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) 6.The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) is a guaranteed pension scheme specifically designed for which category of workers? a) Organized sector employees b) Government employees c) Unorganised workers d) Private corporate employees Ans: c) Unorganised workers 7.The Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) was expanded to include senior citizens of what age group and above? a) 60 years b) 65 years c) 70 years d) 75 years Ans: c) 70 years 8.What is the maximum annual free treatment benefit provided under the expanded Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB-PMJAY) for eligible beneficiaries? a) ₹1 lakh b) ₹3 lakh c) ₹5 lakh d) ₹10 lakh Ans: c) ₹5 lakh 9.What is the primary objective of the 'MY Bharat' platform, which recently achieved two crore registrations? a) Promoting cultural exchange b) Fostering youth engagement and national development c) Facilitating online education d) Providing e-governance services Ans: b) Fostering youth engagement and national development 10.Which of the following schemes is NOT mentioned in the provided content as a government initiative dedicated to the welfare of senior citizens? a) Atal Vayo Abhyuday Yojana (AVYAY) b) Rashtriya Vayoshri Yojana (RVY) c) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) d) Indira Gandhi National Old Age Pension Scheme (IGNOAPS) Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) 11.Which state recently announced its decision to implement the PM-SHRI scheme for school upgradation? a) Assam b) Kerala c) Uttar Pradesh d) Rajasthan Ans: b) Kerala 12.The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) approved projects worth ₹5,532 crore under the ECMS to boost which sector? a) Automobile manufacturing b) Textile industry c) Electronics manufacturing d) Renewable energy Ans: c) Electronics manufacturing

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1.Which city hosted the abandoned 1st T20 International cricket match between India and Australia? a) Sydney b) Melbourne c) Canberra d) Brisbane Ans: c) Canberra 2.Which Indian cricketer reached the milestone of 150 sixes i...

1.Which city hosted the abandoned 1st T20 International cricket match between India and Australia? a) Sydney b) Melbourne c) Canberra d) Brisbane Ans: c) Canberra 2.Which Indian cricketer reached the milestone of 150 sixes in T20Is during the match against Australia mentioned in the news? a) Shubman Gill b) Suryakumar Yadav c) Rohit Sharma d) Virat Kohli Ans: b) Suryakumar Yadav 3.In which stadium is the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 semifinal between India and Australia scheduled to be held? a) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai b) D.Y. Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai c) Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: b) D.Y. Patil Stadium, Navi Mumbai 4.Which team secured a spot in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 final by defeating England in their semifinal match? a) Australia b) India c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 5.Which country is described as the 'defending champions' and 'undefeated' in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025, facing India in the semifinal? a) England b) South Africa c) New Zealand d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 6.The Hylo Open 2025 badminton tournament, where Indian shuttlers advanced, was held in which country? a) India b) Germany c) France d) Denmark Ans: b) Germany 7.Which of the following Indian shuttlers advanced to the second round at the Hylo Open 2025? a) P.V. Sindhu b) Kidambi Srikanth c) Lakshya Sen d) Saina Nehwal Ans: c) Lakshya Sen 8.Which country replaced Pakistan in the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025? a) Malaysia b) South Korea c) Oman d) Japan Ans: c) Oman 9.The FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025 is set to be held in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: c) Chennai 10.What is a significant change in the format of the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025, as mentioned in the news? a) Introduction of a new scoring system b) Featuring 24 teams for the first time c) Allowing professional players d) Shifting to an indoor format Ans: b) Featuring 24 teams for the first time 11.What was the primary reason cited for Pakistan's decision not to travel to India for the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025? a) Player injuries b) Financial constraints c) Heightened political tensions d) Scheduling conflicts Ans: c) Heightened political tensions 12.With which football club has Indian football legend Sunil Chhetri reportedly signed a new deal? a) ATK Mohun Bagan b) Mumbai City FC c) Bengaluru FC d) FC Goa Ans: c) Bengaluru FC

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1.What is 'Vikram 3201,' recently unveiled as a landmark achievement in India's technological sovereignty? a) India's first indigenous quantum computer b) India's first fully indigenous microprocessor c) A new AI-powered defence dron...

1.What is 'Vikram 3201,' recently unveiled as a landmark achievement in India's technological sovereignty? a) India's first indigenous quantum computer b) India's first fully indigenous microprocessor c) A new AI-powered defence drone d) A next-generation satellite launch vehicle Ans: b) India's first fully indigenous microprocessor 2.Which organization developed 'Vikram 3201,' India's first fully indigenous microprocessor? a) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-Madras) b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) semiconductor laboratory d) National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) Ans: c) Indian Space Research Organisation's (ISRO) semiconductor laboratory 3.What is the primary objective of the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), launched in 2021 with an outlay of Rs 76,000 crore? a) To establish India as a global leader in AI research. b) To strengthen India's strategic position in the global semiconductor value chain. c) To develop indigenous quantum computing capabilities. d) To promote deeptech ventures in space technology. Ans: b) To strengthen India's strategic position in the global semiconductor value chain. 4.Bengaluru is set to become a global hub for quantum technology with the establishment of which initiative? a) Deeptech Innovation Zone b) Quantum City (Q-City) c) Advanced Computing Centre d) AI Research Park Ans: b) Quantum City (Q-City) 5.What is the name of the ₹1 lakh crore fund that will be rolled out to promote research, innovation, and long-term financing for breakthrough deeptech projects in India? a) National Innovation Fund b) Atmanirbhar Bharat Research Fund c) Anusandhan Fund d) Deeptech Venture Capital Fund Ans: c) Anusandhan Fund 6.Which DRDO-developed missile is being advanced to incorporate AI-assisted identification-friend-or-foe (IFF) and spoof-resilient guidance technologies? a) Agni-V b) BrahMos c) Astra MK-III d) Prithvi-II Ans: c) Astra MK-III 7.With which platform are integration trials expected to commence for the Astra MK-III missile? a) Tejas LCA b) Rafale c) MiG-29 d) Su-30MKI Ans: d) Su-30MKI 8.At which event did DRDO transfer 12 licensing agreements for technology transfer covering eight defence systems to industry partners, aiming to deepen private sector involvement? a) DefExpo 2025 b) Aero India 2025 c) SAMANVAY 2025 d) Make in India Defence Summit Ans: c) SAMANVAY 2025 9.Which state has established India's first state-level Centre of Excellence (CoE) in space technology? a) Maharashtra b) Tamil Nadu c) Karnataka d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Karnataka 10.What is the name of India's highest recognition for outstanding scientific contributions, for which 24 distinguished scientists and one research team were honored in 2025? a) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize b) Bharat Ratna for Science c) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar d) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Award Ans: c) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 11.Which two organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote technological innovation and collaborative research in education, leveraging AI and ML? a) NITI Aayog and Google India b) Ministry of Education and Microsoft c) NCERT and IIT-Madras d) UGC and ISRO Ans: c) NCERT and IIT-Madras 12.According to Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, what will be the strongest driver for India's energy independence? a) Increased oil imports b) International collaborations c) Innovation d) Government subsidies Ans: c) Innovation 13.The ASM-IISc Symposium held in India focused on which critical global health challenge? a) Pandemic preparedness b) Non-communicable diseases c) Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) d) Climate change and health Ans: c) Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 14.Union Minister Piyush Goyal emphasized the government's vision for a vibrant deeptech ecosystem. Which of the following technologies were explicitly mentioned as part of this ecosystem? a) Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, Machine Learning, Defence, and Space Technologies b) Biotechnology, Renewable Energy, Electric Vehicles, and Robotics c) Nanotechnology, Advanced Materials, Cybersecurity, and Blockchain d) Agritech, Fintech, Edutech, and Healthtech Ans: a) Artificial Intelligence, Quantum Computing, Machine Learning, Defence, and Space Technologies 15.How many semiconductor projects, worth over 1.6 lakh crore, were approved across six states between 2023 and 2025, signaling India's entry into high-value semiconductor manufacturing? a) 5 b) 8 c) 10 d) 12 Ans: c) 10

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1.What is the effective date for the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) new directions regarding nomination facilities for deposit accounts, safe deposit lockers, and articles held in safe custody? a) October 30, 2025 b) November 1, 2025 ...

1.What is the effective date for the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) new directions regarding nomination facilities for deposit accounts, safe deposit lockers, and articles held in safe custody? a) October 30, 2025 b) November 1, 2025 c) December 1, 2024 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) November 1, 2025 2.According to the new RBI directions on nomination facilities, what is required if a customer chooses to opt out of making a nomination? a) A notarized affidavit b) A written declaration of refusal c) Approval from a bank manager d) An online form submission only Ans: b) A written declaration of refusal 3.What is the mandate for banks under the new RBI rules regarding customers who decline to make a nomination? a) Banks must refuse to open an account b) Banks are mandated to open accounts, provided the customer gives a written refusal or the bank notes it c) Banks must inform the customer's legal heirs d) Banks can only open a temporary account Ans: b) Banks are mandated to open accounts, provided the customer gives a written refusal or the bank notes it 4.What recent action did the US Federal Reserve take regarding interest rates, as mentioned in the current affairs? a) Increased interest rates by 25 bps b) Cut interest rates by 25 bps c) Maintained current interest rates d) Signaled immediate future rate hikes Ans: b) Cut interest rates by 25 bps 5.Who is the Fed Chair mentioned in the context of downplaying the likelihood of further rate cuts? a) Janet Yellen b) Ben Bernanke c) Jerome Powell d) Alan Greenspan Ans: c) Jerome Powell 6.India has made 'significant progress' in Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks with which international body? a) ASEAN b) African Union c) European Union d) SAARC Ans: c) European Union 7.What new measure has the Centre imposed on yellow pea imports? a) A 5% import duty and 10% cess b) A 10% import duty and 20% additional cess c) A complete ban on imports d) Subsidies for yellow pea imports Ans: b) A 10% import duty and 20% additional cess 8.What is the likely aim of imposing import duty and cess on yellow pea imports ahead of the Kharif season? a) To boost international trade b) To increase government revenue c) To support domestic agricultural markets d) To reduce food inflation Ans: c) To support domestic agricultural markets 9.Which fintech firm, preparing for its Initial Public Offering (IPO), recently received a $600 million investment from General Atlantic? a) Paytm b) BharatPe c) PhonePe d) MobiKwik Ans: c) PhonePe 10.India holds what position as a market for the Canadian pension fund CPPIB (Canada Pension Plan Investment Board) in the Asia-Pacific region? a) Largest b) Second-largest c) Third-largest d) Fifth-largest Ans: c) Third-largest 11.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a sector targeted by CPPIB for investments in India? a) Real estate b) Energy c) Defence manufacturing d) E-commerce Ans: c) Defence manufacturing 12.Which company, parent to the brand boAt, has refiled documents for a Rs 15-billion IPO? a) Imagine Marketing b) Titan Company c) Reliance Retail d) Tata Electronics Ans: a) Imagine Marketing 13.Which bank's application for a universal bank license was returned by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? a) Equitas Small Finance Bank b) AU Small Finance Bank c) Jana Small Finance Bank d) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ans: c) Jana Small Finance Bank 14.What reason did the RBI cite for returning Jana Small Finance Bank's application for a universal bank license? a) Insufficient capital b) Did not meet eligibility criteria under the 2024 framework for small finance banks c) Regulatory non-compliance issues d) Pending legal disputes Ans: b) Did not meet eligibility criteria under the 2024 framework for small finance banks

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1.Which country was the first to experience the landfall of Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm, described as one of the strongest tropical cyclones this season and the most intense since 1935? a) Cuba b) Haiti c) Jamaica ...

1.Which country was the first to experience the landfall of Hurricane Melissa, a powerful Category 5 storm, described as one of the strongest tropical cyclones this season and the most intense since 1935? a) Cuba b) Haiti c) Jamaica d) United States Ans: c) Jamaica 2.According to the provided content, what was the stated reason for Israel's airstrikes in the Gaza Strip, despite an existing ceasefire? a) Retaliation for rocket attacks b) Reports of Hamas gunmen firing on Israeli soldiers c) To expand Israeli territory d) A violation of airspace by Gaza Ans: b) Reports of Hamas gunmen firing on Israeli soldiers 3.The world's first legally binding framework to prevent, investigate, and combat a range of online offenses, known as the UN Convention against Cybercrime, was signed in which city? a) Geneva b) New York c) Hanoi d) Vienna Ans: c) Hanoi 4.Which two leaders hailed the relationship between their conservative governments as a 'new golden age' for their alliance, agreeing to expand the supply chain for rare earth metals? a) Joe Biden and Fumio Kishida b) Donald Trump and Sanae Takaichi c) Emmanuel Macron and Olaf Scholz d) Justin Trudeau and Yoon Suk-yeol Ans: b) Donald Trump and Sanae Takaichi 5.Which company became the largest shareholder in artificial intelligence research company OpenAI with a 27% stake, contributing to its estimated $4 trillion valuation? a) Google b) Amazon c) Microsoft d) Apple Ans: c) Microsoft 6.According to a study published in the medical journal The Lancet, how many deaths occur annually due to climate-related factors such as heat waves, forest fires, droughts, and floods? a) Over 300,000 b) Approximately 1 million c) Over three million d) Less than 100,000 Ans: c) Over three million 7.What key action does the study published in The Lancet advocate for to mitigate the severe human cost of climate change? a) Increased carbon capture technologies b) A global phase-out of fossil fuels c) Greater reliance on nuclear power d) Development of climate-resistant crops Ans: b) A global phase-out of fossil fuels 8.Which country's security forces rescued over 1,500 tourists stranded in the Himalayas due to heavy snowfall? a) India b) China c) Bhutan d) Nepal Ans: d) Nepal 9.The U.S. Treasury Department lifted sanctions on which Bosnian Serb nationalist leader, citing a 'defused crisis'? a) Aleksandar Vučić b) Milorad Dodik c) Albin Kurti d) Hashim Thaçi Ans: b) Milorad Dodik 10.Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) signed a Memorandum of Understanding with which Russian corporation to manufacture the Superjet 100 (SJ-100) civil commuter aircraft in India? a) Sukhoi b) United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) c) Rostec d) Irkut Ans: b) United Aircraft Corporation (UAC) 11.Japan's new Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced a strategic pivot towards which energy source to address inflation and reduce reliance on fuel imports? a) Solar power b) Wind power c) Nuclear power d) Hydropower Ans: c) Nuclear power 12.Which African nation experienced protests and riots after its President banned opposition politicians from participating in the general election? a) Kenya b) Nigeria c) Tanzania d) South Africa Ans: c) Tanzania 13.Cyclone Montha is reported to be approaching the coast of which Indian states? a) Gujarat and Maharashtra b) West Bengal and Odisha c) Andhra and Odisha d) Kerala and Karnataka Ans: c) Andhra and Odisha 14.Which country aims to create 400,000 new jobs in its clean energy sector by 2030? a) United States b) Germany c) United Kingdom d) China Ans: c) United Kingdom 15.The UN Convention against Cybercrime, signed by 72 nations, aims to combat which of the following online offenses? a) Ransomware and financial fraud b) Child exploitation c) Both a and b d) Only minor online disputes Ans: c) Both a and b

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1.What was the name of the severe cyclonic storm that recently made landfall near the Andhra Pradesh coast? a) Cyclone Gulab b) Cyclone Shaheen c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Yaas Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 2.Between which two loc...

1.What was the name of the severe cyclonic storm that recently made landfall near the Andhra Pradesh coast? a) Cyclone Gulab b) Cyclone Shaheen c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Yaas Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 2.Between which two locations did Cyclone Montha make landfall in Andhra Pradesh? a) Visakhapatnam and Nellore b) Kakinada and Machilipatnam c) Ongole and Srikakulam d) Guntur and Rajahmundry Ans: b) Kakinada and Machilipatnam 3.Which state was issued a heavy rainfall warning by the IMD for five districts after Cyclone Montha weakened into a deep depression? a) Odisha b) Karnataka c) Telangana d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Telangana 4.Where was the India Maritime Week 2025 event, addressed by PM Modi, held? a) Chennai b) Kolkata c) Mumbai d) Kochi Ans: c) Mumbai 5.What is India's vision for its maritime sector by the year 2047, as articulated by PM Modi? a) To become a regional shipping hub b) To achieve self-sufficiency in maritime trade c) To become a global maritime hub d) To primarily focus on coastal tourism Ans: c) To become a global maritime hub 6.Which initiative was highlighted by PM Modi for India's maritime sector vision towards 2047? a) 'Sagarmala Project 2.0' b) 'Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision' c) 'Blue Economy Mission' d) 'Ocean Prosperity Plan' Ans: b) 'Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision' 7.Who has been appointed to head the 8th Central Pay Commission? a) Justice R. K. Agrawal b) Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai c) Justice A. K. Sikri d) Justice Deepak Gupta Ans: b) Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai 8.What is the primary purpose of the 8th Central Pay Commission? a) To review state government employees' salaries b) To recommend revisions in salary, allowances, and pension benefits for Central Government employees c) To manage public sector undertaking salaries d) To evaluate the economic impact of previous pay commissions Ans: b) To recommend revisions in salary, allowances, and pension benefits for Central Government employees 9.President Droupadi Murmu recently undertook a historic sortie in a Rafale fighter jet from which Air Force Station? a) Hindon Air Force Station b) Jodhpur Air Force Station c) Ambala Air Force Station d) Tezpur Air Force Station Ans: c) Ambala Air Force Station 10.What historical significance does President Droupadi Murmu's Rafale jet sortie hold? a) She was the first female President to visit an Air Force station. b) She was the first Indian President to fly a fighter jet. c) She was the first Supreme Commander to review Rafale operational preparedness. d) She was the first President to fly a domestically manufactured fighter jet. Ans: b) She was the first Indian President to fly a fighter jet. 11.Why was Delhi's cloud-seeding experiment to combat smog put on hold? a) Lack of funding b) Opposition from environmental groups c) Insufficient moisture in the clouds d) Technical malfunction of the aircraft Ans: c) Insufficient moisture in the clouds 12.What is the name of the initiative launched by the Election Commission of India for the revision of electoral rolls? a) National Voter Registration Drive b) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) c) Electoral Roll Purification Campaign d) Universal Franchise Update Ans: b) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) 13.How many voters are targeted to be covered under Phase II of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls by the Election Commission of India? a) 25 crore b) 51 crore c) 75 crore d) 100 crore Ans: b) 51 crore 14.Which organization recently transferred 12 Licensing Agreements for Transfer of Technology (LATOTs) to industry partners during SAMANVAY 2025? a) ISRO b) BHEL c) DRDO d) HAL Ans: c) DRDO 15.The SAMANVAY 2025 event, where DRDO transferred technology to industry, was organized by which cluster of DRDO? a) Aeronautical Systems Cluster b) Electronics and Communication Systems (ECS) Cluster c) Naval Systems Cluster d) Armament and Combat Engineering Cluster Ans: b) Electronics and Communication Systems (ECS) Cluster

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1.The Union Cabinet recently approved a substantial increase in subsidies for which category of fertilizers for the Rabi 2025-26 season? a) Urea fertilizers b) Non-urea fertilizers c) Nitrogen fertilizers d) Potash fertilizers Ans: b...

1.The Union Cabinet recently approved a substantial increase in subsidies for which category of fertilizers for the Rabi 2025-26 season? a) Urea fertilizers b) Non-urea fertilizers c) Nitrogen fertilizers d) Potash fertilizers Ans: b) Non-urea fertilizers 2.Which two fertilizer nutrients received an increased subsidy for the Rabi 2025-26 season, while others like Nitrogen and Potash remained unchanged? a) Nitrogen (N) and Potash (K) b) Phosphorous (P) and Sulphur (S) c) Nitrogen (N) and Phosphorous (P) d) Sulphur (S) and Potash (K) Ans: b) Phosphorous (P) and Sulphur (S) 3.What is the primary objective behind the government's decision to increase non-urea fertilizer subsidies for Rabi 2025-26 without raising the Maximum Retail Price (MRP)? a) To boost exports of agricultural products b) To offset higher input costs for farmers and ensure fertilizer availability c) To encourage the use of organic farming methods d) To reduce the overall budget deficit Ans: b) To offset higher input costs for farmers and ensure fertilizer availability 4.The first batch of seven projects to boost domestic electronics manufacturing was approved under which scheme? a) Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme b) Make in India Initiative c) Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) d) Digital India Program Ans: c) Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) 5.Which of the following components are among those expected to be produced by the newly approved facilities under the ECMS, aiming to reduce India's import reliance? a) Microprocessors and graphic cards b) Multi-layer Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and camera module sub-assemblies c) Solar panels and wind turbine components d) Electric vehicle batteries and charging stations Ans: b) Multi-layer Printed Circuit Boards (PCBs) and camera module sub-assemblies 6.The first batch of ECMS projects, with an investment of ₹5,532 crore, are spread across which three Indian states? a) Karnataka, Maharashtra, and Uttar Pradesh b) Gujarat, Rajasthan, and West Bengal c) Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh d) Telangana, Odisha, and Punjab Ans: c) Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, and Madhya Pradesh 7.What body's Terms of Reference (TOR) were approved by the Union Cabinet on October 28, 2025, to review salaries, allowances, and pensions for central government employees and pensioners? a) National Pension System Authority b) 8th Central Pay Commission c) Ministry of Finance's Expenditure Review Committee d) Public Sector Undertakings Wage Board Ans: b) 8th Central Pay Commission 8.What is the stipulated timeframe for the 8th Central Pay Commission to submit its recommendations after its constitution? a) Within 6 months b) Within 12 months c) Within 18 months d) Within 24 months Ans: c) Within 18 months 9.What is the primary goal of India's Import-Management System (IMS) for IT hardware, which tracks inbound shipments of products like laptops and tablets? a) To generate revenue through import duties b) To promote domestic manufacturing under schemes like PLI and reduce import dependence c) To monitor the quality of imported electronic goods d) To streamline customs clearance procedures Ans: b) To promote domestic manufacturing under schemes like PLI and reduce import dependence 10.When was India's Import-Management System (IMS) for IT hardware initially rolled out? a) December 2025 b) November 2023 c) October 2024 d) January 2023 Ans: b) November 2023 11.Which flagship pension scheme had surpassed 8.27 crore subscribers by October 2025? a) Pradhan Mantri Shram Yogi Maan-dhan (PM-SYM) b) Atal Pension Yojana (APY) c) National Pension System (NPS) d) Employees' Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) Ans: b) Atal Pension Yojana (APY) 12.The Ayushman Bharat – Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) was expanded in 2024 to cover which specific demographic, providing free annual health coverage up to ₹5 lakh? a) Children under 5 years of age b) Women entrepreneurs c) Senior citizens aged 70 and above d) Farmers below the poverty line Ans: c) Senior citizens aged 70 and above 13.The "Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses (2025–31)" aims to make India self-reliant in pulse production by which target year? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2031 Ans: d) 2031 14.Which Ministry is responsible for implementing the "Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses"? a) Ministry of Commerce and Industry b) Ministry of Food Processing Industries c) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare d) Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Ans: c) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare 15.Under which scheme does the government plan to distribute 200 deep-sea fishing vessels nationwide to enhance India's deep-sea fishing capacity? a) Blue Revolution Scheme b) Sagar Mala Project c) PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) d) National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) Initiative Ans: c) PM Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) 16.The Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme under the National Horticulture Board (NHB) offers subsidies for what primary purpose? a) Setting up new agricultural markets b) Modernizing irrigation systems c) Setting up or modernizing cold storage facilities d) Promoting organic farming practices Ans: c) Setting up or modernizing cold storage facilities 17.Kerala recently agreed to implement the PM SHRI scheme. What is the primary aim of this Centrally Sponsored Scheme? a) To provide scholarships for higher education b) To upgrade 14,500 schools into model institutions demonstrating NEP 2020 best practices c) To establish new universities across the country d) To offer vocational training to school dropouts Ans: b) To upgrade 14,500 schools into model institutions demonstrating NEP 2020 best practices 18.What financial benefit will Kerala receive by signing the MoU to implement the PM SHRI scheme? a) ₹500 crore in new infrastructure grants b) ₹1,000 crore for digital education initiatives c) ₹1,500 crore in pending Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds d) A waiver of previous educational loans Ans: c) ₹1,500 crore in pending Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) funds

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1.What significant change was announced for India's squad in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semi-final against Australia? a) Smriti Mandhana was named new captain. b) Harmanpreet Kaur was replaced by a new batter. c) Shafali Verma re...

1.What significant change was announced for India's squad in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semi-final against Australia? a) Smriti Mandhana was named new captain. b) Harmanpreet Kaur was replaced by a new batter. c) Shafali Verma replaced the injured Pratika Rawal. d) A new coach was appointed for the semi-final match. Ans: c) Shafali Verma replaced the injured Pratika Rawal. 2.Which Indian cricketer solidified her position as the world's No. 1 batter in Women's ODI rankings, as per the provided content? a) Shafali Verma b) Pratika Rawal c) Smriti Mandhana d) Pooja Vastrakar Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana 3.Indian cricketer Shreyas Iyer recently sustained a serious on-field injury during the third ODI against Australia. What was the nature of his injury? a) Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear b) Spleen laceration c) Concussion d) Fractured arm Ans: b) Spleen laceration 4.Who won a gold medal in the men's freestyle 65kg category at the U23 World Wrestling Championships? a) Bajrang Punia b) Ravi Kumar Dahiya c) Sujeet Kalkal d) Deepak Punia Ans: c) Sujeet Kalkal 5.Which prominent Indian boxer will miss the World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 due to impending surgery? a) Nikhat Zareen b) Jaismine Lamboria c) Lovlina Borgohain d) Minakshi Hooda Ans: c) Lovlina Borgohain 6.The World Boxing Cup Finals 2025 are scheduled to begin on November 14 in which Indian city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Greater Noida d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Greater Noida 7.The first of a five-match T20I series between India and Australia is set to commence on October 29, 2025, in which city? a) Sydney b) Melbourne c) Canberra d) Brisbane Ans: c) Canberra 8.Which pace spearhead is making a return to India's squad for the upcoming T20I series against Australia? a) Mohammed Shami b) Jasprit Bumrah c) Bhuvneshwar Kumar d) Umesh Yadav Ans: b) Jasprit Bumrah 9.India is emerging as a frontrunner for which major international sporting event in 2030, with Ahmedabad proposed as a key venue? a) Asian Games b) Commonwealth Games c) FIFA World Cup d) World Athletics Championships Ans: b) Commonwealth Games 10.Besides the 2030 Commonwealth Games, India is also a contender for which other major global sporting event? a) 2032 Summer Olympics b) 2036 Summer Olympics c) 2030 Winter Olympics d) 2034 FIFA World Cup Ans: b) 2036 Summer Olympics 11.The Indian Sports Ministry recently justified its policy of allowing Indian athletes to compete against 'political enemy' Pakistan in multilateral tournaments. What was the primary reason cited for this stance? a) To promote sportsmanship and cultural exchange. b) To avoid sanctions from international sports bodies, similar to the IOC's action against Indonesia. c) To prepare athletes for tougher international competition. d) To encourage bilateral sporting ties between the two nations. Ans: b) To avoid sanctions from international sports bodies, similar to the IOC's action against Indonesia. 12.In the 'Clutch Chess: Champions Showdown', which Indian chess player took an early lead, finishing Day 1 ahead of Magnus Carlsen? a) Viswanathan Anand b) R Praggnanandhaa c) D Gukesh d) Vidit Gujrathi Ans: c) D Gukesh 13.Which veteran Indian pacer recently showcased strong form with an eight-wicket haul in the Ranji Trophy, boosting his chances for an international return? a) Ishant Sharma b) Mohammed Siraj c) Mohammed Shami d) Umesh Yadav Ans: c) Mohammed Shami

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1.India's ambitious roadmap includes landing humans on the Moon and establishing an indigenous space station by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.Which Chandrayaan missions have received approval as ...

1.India's ambitious roadmap includes landing humans on the Moon and establishing an indigenous space station by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.Which Chandrayaan missions have received approval as part of India's long-term space objectives, as confirmed by former ISRO Chairman S. Somanath? a) Chandrayaan 2 & 3 b) Chandrayaan 3 & 4 c) Chandrayaan 4 & 5 d) Chandrayaan 5 & 6 Ans: c) Chandrayaan 4 & 5 3.India's heaviest communication satellite, scheduled for launch in 2025 by the LVM-3 rocket, is named: a) GSAT-20 b) INSAT-4A c) CMS-03 d) RISAT-1 Ans: c) CMS-03 4.Which payload on India's Chandrayaan-2 mission made the first-ever observation of the Sun's coronal mass ejection effects on the Moon? a) IIRS b) CLASS c) CHACE-2 d) SARAS Ans: c) CHACE-2 5.Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, highlighted the role of AI-driven translation tools in revolutionizing the dissemination of scientific and technological content in which language? a) English b) Hindi c) Sanskrit d) Tamil Ans: b) Hindi 6.The Indian IT sector is projected to reach a staggering $400 billion, with AI innovation identified as a central driver, by which year? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030 7.OpenAI announced complimentary year-long access to which service for Indian users to expand accessibility of AI technology? a) DALL-E Pro b) ChatGPT Go c) Codex Elite d) Whisper Plus Ans: b) ChatGPT Go 8.Which Indian megacities, among others, were identified in a Nature Sustainability study as experiencing alarming rates of land subsidence due to excessive groundwater overuse? a) Jaipur, Lucknow, Bhopal b) Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai c) Ahmedabad, Pune, Surat d) Hyderabad, Kochi, Patna Ans: b) Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai 9.Which city undertook a cloud-seeding trial as a measure to combat severe air pollution? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Kolkata Ans: c) New Delhi 10.The International Centre for Genetic Engineering and Biotechnology (ICGEB) in New Delhi hosted a roundtable focused on leveraging which research area for enhanced pandemic preparedness? a) Vaccine development b) Genomic research c) Ayurvedic medicine d) Nutritional science Ans: b) Genomic research 11.The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) 2025 is a prestigious award that recognizes contributions in which field? a) Literary achievements b) Sports excellence c) Scientific achievements d) Economic reforms Ans: c) Scientific achievements 12.Under the National Quantum Computing Mission, India aims to build workable quantum computers by which year? a) 2028 b) 2031 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: b) 2031 13.The 'AI by HER' initiative, mentioned in the context of the AI Impact Summit 2026, aims to encourage advancements in AI led by: a) Government organizations b) Women c) Startups d) International collaborators Ans: b) Women 14.What is the primary purpose of the CMS-03 satellite, India's heaviest communication satellite? a) Earth observation and mapping b) Deep space exploration c) Telecommunication coverage and military applications d) Weather forecasting and climate monitoring Ans: c) Telecommunication coverage and military applications 15.The discovery by Chandrayaan-2 regarding the Sun's coronal mass ejection effects on the Moon is crucial for understanding: a) Lunar geology and mineral composition b) Lunar and space weather phenomena c) The Moon's internal structure d) The origin of lunar water ice Ans: b) Lunar and space weather phenomena

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1.According to the recent NITI Aayog report, what is the key characteristic of India's services-led economic growth? a) It is becoming more concentrated in advanced states. b) It is showing a decline in overall contribution to GVA. c...

1.According to the recent NITI Aayog report, what is the key characteristic of India's services-led economic growth? a) It is becoming more concentrated in advanced states. b) It is showing a decline in overall contribution to GVA. c) It is becoming more regionally balanced, with lower-share states catching up. d) It is primarily driven by the public sector. Ans: c) It is becoming more regionally balanced, with lower-share states catching up. 2.What percentage of India's national Gross Value Added (GVA) is contributed by the services sector as per the 2024-25 estimates mentioned in the report? a) Approximately 35% b) Nearly 55% c) Over 70% d) Around 40% Ans: b) Nearly 55% 3.Which of the following is NOT among the key areas recommended by NITI Aayog to enhance sectoral competitiveness and diversification? a) Prioritizing digital infrastructure b) Enhancing logistics and innovation c) Focusing solely on agricultural subsidies d) Improving finance and skilling initiatives Ans: c) Focusing solely on agricultural subsidies 4.Which sector primarily drove India's industrial output growth in September 2025? a) Energy sector b) Mining sector c) Manufacturing sector d) Construction sector Ans: c) Manufacturing sector 5.In September 2025, which component of India's industrial output showed weakness, experiencing a decline in production? a) Steel production b) Cement output c) Refinery output d) Manufacturing overall Ans: c) Refinery output 6.According to the Finance Ministry's review for September 2025, which of the following factors contributed to India's continued economic stability? I. Strong domestic demand II. Low inflation 7.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) revised GDP growth forecast for India for FY26, as mentioned in the content? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.6% 8.Which new framework introduced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is anticipated to support credit expansion in the banking system? a) Asset Quality Review (AQR) framework b) Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework c) Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) framework d) Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) framework Ans: b) Expected Credit Loss (ECL) framework 9.What was the primary impact of the 50% additional tariff imposed by the US on Indian exports in September? a) A 12% increase in overall Indian exports. b) A 12% decline in Indian exports to the US. c) A surge in electronics shipments to the US. d) Diversion of all Indian exports to the EU market. Ans: b) A 12% decline in Indian exports to the US. 10.With which international bloc is India making significant progress in Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations, with a high-level delegation expected to visit New Delhi for technical tariff negotiations? a) ASEAN b) European Union c) African Union d) MERCOSUR Ans: b) European Union 11.What is the main reason cited for the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) accelerated efforts to repatriate gold? a) To increase domestic gold consumption. b) To reduce storage costs overseas. c) Increasing global skepticism about keeping sovereign assets offshore amid geopolitical uncertainties. d) To boost India's gold mining sector. Ans: c) Increasing global skepticism about keeping sovereign assets offshore amid geopolitical uncertainties. 12.As of the end of September 2025, approximately how many tonnes of India's total gold reserves are held domestically by the RBI? a) Less than 100 tonnes b) Around 300 tonnes c) Approximately 575.8 tonnes d) Over 800 tonnes Ans: c) Approximately 575.8 tonnes 13.What was the unemployment rate in India as of September 2025, according to the Finance Ministry's review? a) 4.1% b) 5.2% c) 6.8% d) 7.3% Ans: b) 5.2% 14.Which category of Indian exports showed the highest surge, with a 42% increase, in H1 FY26? a) Services exports b) Agricultural products c) Electronics shipments d) Steel and cement Ans: c) Electronics shipments 15.What was the total value of India's exports in H1 FY26? a) $250.5 billion b) $380.1 billion c) $413.3 billion d) $500.0 billion Ans: c) $413.3 billion

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1.What was the name of the Category 5 hurricane described as the strongest to hit Jamaica in 174 years? a) Hurricane Irma b) Hurricane Michael c) Hurricane Melissa d) Hurricane Dorian Ans: c) Hurricane Melissa 2.Which specif...

1.What was the name of the Category 5 hurricane described as the strongest to hit Jamaica in 174 years? a) Hurricane Irma b) Hurricane Michael c) Hurricane Melissa d) Hurricane Dorian Ans: c) Hurricane Melissa 2.Which specific warning did Jamaican authorities issue following the landfall of Hurricane Melissa? a) Tsunami warnings b) Crocodile warnings c) Earthquake warnings d) Volcano eruption warnings Ans: b) Crocodile warnings 3.Which country conducted a missile test just hours before former US President Donald Trump's planned visit to South Korea? a) China b) North Korea c) Russia d) Japan Ans: b) North Korea 4.What is the name of the nuclear-powered cruise missile recently tested by Russia? a) Sarmat b) Kinzhal c) Burevestnik d) Poseidon Ans: c) Burevestnik 5.How did former US President Donald Trump reportedly refer to Russia's 'Burevestnik' missile? a) "Flying Dragon" b) "Iron Curtain" c) "Flying Chernobyl" d) "Star Destroyer" Ans: c) "Flying Chernobyl" 6.Who presented the UN report detailing alleged complicity in genocide in Gaza? a) António Guterres b) Francesca Albanese c) Michelle Bachelet d) Volker Türk Ans: b) Francesca Albanese 7.Which two entities recently signed an upgraded free trade agreement aimed at enhancing economic ties? a) India and EU b) ASEAN and China c) US and Japan d) Russia and India Ans: b) ASEAN and China 8.In which city did the 22nd India-ASEAN Summit take place, addressed by the Prime Minister of India? a) New Delhi b) Jakarta c) Kuala Lumpur d) Bangkok Ans: c) Kuala Lumpur 9.What year has been designated as the 'ASEAN-India Year of Maritime Cooperation'? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 10.Who inaugurated the India Maritime Week 2025, emphasizing India's vision for maritime safety, stability, and self-reliance? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh c) Union Home Minister Amit Shah d) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Union Home Minister Amit Shah 11.Which of the following is NOT one of the key areas India committed to deepening cooperation with ASEAN, as mentioned at the 22nd India-ASEAN Summit? a) Maritime security b) Digital inclusion c) Resilient supply chains d) Space exploration Ans: d) Space exploration 12.What is the name of the cyclone that the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued alerts for, intensifying over the Bay of Bengal? a) Cyclone Amphan b) Cyclone Tauktae c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Fani Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 13.Which international organization approved a $280 million loan for the Kerala Health System Improvement Programme? a) International Monetary Fund (IMF) b) Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) World Bank d) New Development Bank (NDB) Ans: c) World Bank 14.The Kerala Health System Improvement Programme primarily aims to enhance healthcare access and resilience for which demographic in the state? a) Children and adolescents b) Pregnant women and new mothers c) Elderly and vulnerable people d) Healthcare professionals Ans: c) Elderly and vulnerable people 15.According to billionaire philanthropist Bill Gates, what ultimate outcome will climate change NOT lead to? a) Increased natural disasters b) Humanity's demise c) Economic disruption d) Food shortages Ans: b) Humanity's demise 16.What did Bill Gates advocate for addressing to better prepare the world's poorest for a warming planet? a) Space colonization and advanced technology b) Global disease and poverty c) Military strength and defense d) Luxury travel and tourism Ans: b) Global disease and poverty

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1.Which severe cyclonic storm recently made landfall along the coasts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha? a) Cyclone Tauktae b) Cyclone Amphan c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Fani Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 2.Which Indian meteorological ...

1.Which severe cyclonic storm recently made landfall along the coasts of Andhra Pradesh and Odisha? a) Cyclone Tauktae b) Cyclone Amphan c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Fani Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 2.Which Indian meteorological body issued severe warnings for Cyclone Montha? a) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) c) India Meteorological Department (IMD) d) Central Water Commission (CWC) Ans: c) India Meteorological Department (IMD) 3.Which Indian city recently conducted a cloud-seeding experiment to combat persistent air pollution? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 4.What was the primary objective of New Delhi's recent cloud-seeding experiment? a) To increase agricultural yield b) To induce rainfall and wash away pollutants c) To test new weather modification technologies for defense d) To generate electricity from artificial rain Ans: b) To induce rainfall and wash away pollutants 5.Which two entities recently reported significant progress on tariff-related issues in their ongoing Free Trade Agreement (FTA) discussions? a) India and the United States b) India and the European Union c) India and the United Kingdom d) India and Australia Ans: b) India and the European Union 6.Who is India's Commerce and Industry Minister involved in the Free Trade Agreement discussions with the European Union? a) S. Jaishankar b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Piyush Goyal d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 7.Which of the following is a key commercial request for tariff reductions in the proposed India-EU Free Trade Agreement? a) Textiles and garments b) Information Technology services c) Automobiles and medical devices d) Agricultural products Ans: c) Automobiles and medical devices 8.Chhath Puja, an important Hindu festival, is predominantly observed with traditional rituals and fervor across which region of India mentioned in the content? a) Southern India b) Western India c) Northern India d) Northeastern India Ans: c) Northern India 9.What is the name of the initiative launched by the Election Commission of India (ECI) to update and cleanse electoral lists across various states and Union Territories? a) National Electoral Roll Purge (NERP) b) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls c) Digital Voter Identification Program (DVIP) d) Electoral Data Modernization Project (EDMP) Ans: b) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls 10.Which body commenced the second phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of voter rolls to update electoral lists across 12 states and Union Territories? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) NITI Aayog c) Election Commission of India d) Registrar General of India Ans: c) Election Commission of India

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1.What is the monthly pension amount announced under India's new social welfare scheme for eligible vulnerable sections? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹7,500 c) ₹10,000 d) ₹12,000 Ans: c) ₹10,000 2.Which specific groups are targeted as benef...

1.What is the monthly pension amount announced under India's new social welfare scheme for eligible vulnerable sections? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹7,500 c) ₹10,000 d) ₹12,000 Ans: c) ₹10,000 2.Which specific groups are targeted as beneficiaries for the new ₹10,000 monthly pension scheme? a) Farmers and agricultural laborers b) Small business owners and entrepreneurs c) Elderly citizens, widows, and persons with disabilities d) Government employees and pensioners Ans: c) Elderly citizens, widows, and persons with disabilities 3.In which year is the new social welfare pension scheme, offering ₹10,000 monthly, scheduled to commence? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: b) 2025 4.What is the proposed new foreign investment cap for state-run banks in India, up from the current 20%? a) 35% b) 49% c) 51% d) 74% Ans: b) 49% 5.Which institution is actively engaged in discussions regarding the proposed increase in the foreign investment cap for state-run banks? a) Ministry of Finance b) NITI Aayog c) Reserve Bank of India d) Securities and Exchange Board of India Ans: c) Reserve Bank of India 6.Despite the proposed increase in the foreign investment cap, what minimum shareholding does the Indian government intend to maintain in state-owned banks? a) 26% b) 49% c) 51% d) 74% Ans: c) 51% 7.The 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' is seeing active implementation in which Indian state, in collaboration with LIC? a) Maharashtra b) Karnataka c) Goa d) Kerala Ans: c) Goa 8.What is the primary goal of the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' as stated in the content? a) To provide health insurance to all citizens b) To empower women by appointing them as insurance agents c) To offer micro-finance loans to rural women d) To promote digital literacy in remote areas Ans: b) To empower women by appointing them as insurance agents 9.What is the minimum educational qualification required for women to become insurance agents under the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana'? a) Class 8 b) Class 10 c) Class 12 d) Graduation Ans: b) Class 10 10.When was the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) December 2023 b) January 2024 c) December 2024 d) January 2025 Ans: c) December 2024

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1.Who was approved as a replacement for the injured Pratika Rawal in the Indian squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 semi-final? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana c) Shafali Verma d) Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Shafali...

1.Who was approved as a replacement for the injured Pratika Rawal in the Indian squad for the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025 semi-final? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana c) Shafali Verma d) Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Shafali Verma 2.Against which country was India scheduled to play their semi-final match in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025? a) England b) New Zealand c) South Africa d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 3.What was the reason for Pratika Rawal's withdrawal from the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup 2025? a) Hamstring injury b) Ankle injury c) Shoulder sprain d) Concussion Ans: b) Ankle injury 4.In which Indian city did an incident of alleged harassment involving Australian cricketers occur during the Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) Indore d) Chennai Ans: c) Indore 5.Where was the first round of the second season of the Indian Supercross Racing League (ISRL) held? a) Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Pune d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Pune 6.Which team emerged as the overall winner of Round 1 of the Indian Supercross Racing League Season 2? a) Gujarat Trailblazers b) BB Racing c) Chennai Challengers d) Delhi Daredevils Ans: b) BB Racing 7.Which rider, representing Gujarat Trailblazers, won the 250cc India-Asia Mix category in the ISRL Season 2 Round 1? a) Chris Blose b) Ben Hallgren c) Matt Moss d) Ryan Breece Ans: b) Ben Hallgren 8.According to his childhood coach, after which major tournament does Rohit Sharma plan to retire from international cricket? a) T20 World Cup 2026 b) ICC Champions Trophy 2025 c) ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 d) Asia Cup 2025 Ans: c) ICC Cricket World Cup 2027 9.Who is Rohit Sharma's childhood coach who revealed his retirement plans? a) Ramakant Achrekar b) Dinesh Lad c) Pravin Amre d) Chandrakant Pandit Ans: b) Dinesh Lad 10.Which Indian T20I captain is currently facing scrutiny due to a prolonged lean patch in batting? a) Hardik Pandya b) KL Rahul c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Rishabh Pant Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 11.Which prominent coach publicly backed Suryakumar Yadav amidst his lean patch, attributing failures to an ultra-aggressive batting philosophy? a) Rahul Dravid b) Ravi Shastri c) Gautam Gambhir d) Anil Kumble Ans: c) Gautam Gambhir 12.For what specific reason was cricketer Shreyas Iyer recently moved out of the ICU? a) Knee ligament tear b) Concussion c) Spleen injury d) Hamstring strain Ans: c) Spleen injury 13.Which country is set to host the FIDE Chess World Cup in 2025? a) Russia b) Norway c) India d) USA Ans: c) India 14.After how many years will India host the FIDE Chess World Cup again in 2025? a) 15 years b) 20 years c) 23 years d) 25 years Ans: c) 23 years 15.In which Indian state will the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025 commence? a) Kerala b) Goa c) Maharashtra d) Karnataka Ans: b) Goa 16.Who is the reigning World Champion expected to lead the Indian contingent at the FIDE Chess World Cup 2025? a) Viswanathan Anand b) R Praggnanandhaa c) D Gukesh d) Vidit Gujrathi Ans: c) D Gukesh 17.The 'MP Sports Festival' was inaugurated in Dehradun to promote sports at the grassroots level in which Indian state? a) Madhya Pradesh b) Maharashtra c) Manipur d) Uttarakhand Ans: d) Uttarakhand 18.Who inaugurated the 'MP Sports Festival' in Dehradun? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Sports Minister Anurag Thakur c) Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami d) Governor Gurmit Singh Ans: c) Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami 19.The 'MP Sports Festival' in Uttarakhand is inspired by which prominent Indian leader? a) Mahatma Gandhi b) Jawaharlal Nehru c) Narendra Modi d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Ans: c) Narendra Modi

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1.Which of the following satellites is set to be India's heaviest communication satellite to date, launched by ISRO? a) GSAT-30 b) CMS-01 c) CMS-03 d) Kalpana-1 Ans: c) CMS-03 2.What is the name of the launch vehicle that wi...

1.Which of the following satellites is set to be India's heaviest communication satellite to date, launched by ISRO? a) GSAT-30 b) CMS-01 c) CMS-03 d) Kalpana-1 Ans: c) CMS-03 2.What is the name of the launch vehicle that will carry ISRO's CMS-03 communication satellite? a) PSLV b) GSLV Mk-II c) LVM-3 d) SSLV Ans: c) LVM-3 3.The DRDO's Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MP-ATGM) has been cleared for induction into which branch of the Indian Armed Forces? a) Indian Air Force b) Indian Navy c) Indian Army d) Indian Coast Guard Ans: c) Indian Army 4.Which advanced technology is DRDO developing as a crucial component for missile guidance, range, and resistance to countermeasures? a) Quantum Entanglement Radar (QER) b) Quadrature Monopulse Frequency (QMF) seeker c) Hypersonic Scramjet Engine (HSE) d) Stealth Material Coating (SMC) Ans: b) Quadrature Monopulse Frequency (QMF) seeker 5.India's first National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025 was unveiled by which Union Ministry? a) Ministry of Power b) Ministry of Earth Sciences c) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) d) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Ans: c) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) 6.What is the primary objective of India's National Policy on Geothermal Energy 2025? a) To establish India as a global leader in geothermal energy exports b) To replace all coal-fired power plants with geothermal energy by 2030 c) To harness India's geothermal potential to contribute to the Net Zero 2070 commitment and enhance energy security d) To develop geothermal energy exclusively for space heating applications Ans: c) To harness India's geothermal potential to contribute to the Net Zero 2070 commitment and enhance energy security 7.The BioNEST Incubator, inaugurated by Union Minister Jitendra Singh, is located in North India's first industrial biotech park. This park is situated in which district? a) Srinagar b) Leh c) Kathua d) Jammu Ans: c) Kathua 8.The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has approved investments under which scheme to boost electronics component manufacturing? a) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme b) Scheme for Promotion of Manufacturing of Electronic Components and Semiconductors (SPECS) c) Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) d) Modified Special Incentive Package Scheme (M-SIPS) Ans: c) Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) 9.The MAHA-MedTech Mission, launched to accelerate innovation in India's medical technology sector, is a collaboration between ANRF, ICMR, and which other organization? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation c) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation 10.What is the primary goal of the MAHA-MedTech Mission with its Rs. 750 crore outlay? a) To establish India as a global hub for medical tourism b) To accelerate innovation in India's medical technology sector, reduce import dependence, and promote affordable, high-quality medical technologies c) To provide free medical devices to all citizens by 2030 d) To fund research exclusively into traditional Indian medicine systems Ans: b) To accelerate innovation in India's medical technology sector, reduce import dependence, and promote affordable, high-quality medical technologies 11.The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP) 2025 honors outstanding contributions in which fields? a) Sports and Arts b) Literature and Journalism c) Science, Technology, and Innovation d) Social Work and Public Service Ans: c) Science, Technology, and Innovation 12.India's new AI Labelling Policy primarily aims to address concerns related to which of the following? a) Data privacy breaches by AI systems b) The energy consumption of AI models c) Deepfakes and distinguishing synthetic content from authentic material d) The monopolistic practices of global tech giants in the AI sector Ans: c) Deepfakes and distinguishing synthetic content from authentic material 13.Which orbit will ISRO's CMS-03 communication satellite be placed into? a) Low Earth Orbit (LEO) b) Sun-Synchronous Orbit (SSO) c) Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) d) Polar Orbit Ans: c) Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit (GTO) 14.The successful completion of user trials for DRDO's Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile (MP-ATGM) is poised to provide a cost-effective, terrain-adapted replacement for which type of existing systems? a) Older first-generation anti-aircraft systems b) Older second-generation anti-tank systems c) Older third-generation naval defence systems d) Older fourth-generation artillery systems Ans: b) Older second-generation anti-tank systems 15.What is the approximate number of startups the BioNEST Incubator in Kathua aims to incubate annually? a) 5 b) 10 c) 25 d) 50 Ans: c) 25

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1.Which of the following factors is NOT cited by the Indian Finance Ministry as contributing to India's robust economic growth outlook for FY26? a) Strong domestic demand b) Favorable monsoon conditions c) Increased government spendi...

1.Which of the following factors is NOT cited by the Indian Finance Ministry as contributing to India's robust economic growth outlook for FY26? a) Strong domestic demand b) Favorable monsoon conditions c) Increased government spending on defense imports d) Monetary easing and lower inflation Ans: c) Increased government spending on defense imports 2.India is set to roll out a new GDP series with a revised base year. What is the new base year being adopted? a) 2011-12 b) 2017-18 c) 2022-23 d) 2020-21 Ans: c) 2022-23 3.What is the primary objective of shifting the base year for India's new GDP series to 2022-23? a) To reduce the national debt figures b) To better reflect the country's expanding digital footprint, including e-commerce and gig work c) To align with the fiscal year of major global economies d) To primarily focus on agricultural output and traditional industries Ans: b) To better reflect the country's expanding digital footprint, including e-commerce and gig work 4.For FY26, which two bodies revised India's GDP growth forecasts upwards, positioning India as one of the fastest-growing emerging market economies? a) World Bank and Asian Development Bank b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) NITI Aayog and Ministry of Commerce d) United Nations and Moody's Investors Service Ans: b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 5.According to the report, how is India's projected GDP growth for FY26 expected to compare with China's? a) India's growth is projected to be lower than China's. b) India's growth is projected to be on par with China's. c) India is expected to outpace China's projected growth. d) The report does not provide a comparison between India and China's growth. Ans: c) India is expected to outpace China's projected growth. 6.Which of the following was NOT cited by the NCAER survey as a reason for the moderation in India's business sentiments in Q2FY26? a) International uncertainties b) Domestic GST reforms c) Additional US tariffs on India d) Record foreign direct investment inflows Ans: d) Record foreign direct investment inflows 7.India currently faces significant punitive tariffs on its exports to the US. What is one of the primary reasons cited for a portion of these tariffs? a) India's increased textile exports to the US b) Retaliation for India's purchases of Russian oil c) Disputes over intellectual property rights d) High import duties imposed by India on US agricultural products Ans: b) Retaliation for India's purchases of Russian oil 8.How have new European Union sanctions on Russia impacted India's trade dynamics with Russia? a) They have led to a significant decrease in bilateral trade between India and Russia. b) They have prompted India to impose sanctions on Russia as well. c) They have created new opportunities for Indian businesses to supply goods, leading to increased bilateral trade. d) They have had no noticeable effect on India-Russia trade relations. Ans: c) They have created new opportunities for Indian businesses to supply goods, leading to increased bilateral trade. 9.Amazon aims to significantly increase cumulative e-commerce exports from India by 2030. What is their target amount? a) $20 billion b) $40 billion c) $60 billion d) $80 billion Ans: d) $80 billion 10.What aspect of India's trade performance is highlighted as robust and effectively offsetting the merchandise trade deficit? a) Increased agricultural exports b) Strong services exports c) Higher remittances from abroad d) Reduced imports of capital goods Ans: b) Strong services exports 11.What was the revised average headline inflation projected for India for 2025-26? a) 4.0% b) 5.2% c) 2.6% d) 3.8% Ans: c) 2.6%

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1.On the sidelines of which international summit were US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping expected to meet to potentially finalize a trade deal? a) G20 Summit b) APEC Summit c) BRICS Summit d) East Asia Summit ...

1.On the sidelines of which international summit were US President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping expected to meet to potentially finalize a trade deal? a) G20 Summit b) APEC Summit c) BRICS Summit d) East Asia Summit Ans: b) APEC Summit 2.Which country was mentioned as the host of the APEC Summit where a potential US-China trade truce was discussed? a) Japan b) South Korea c) China d) United States Ans: b) South Korea 3.What was one of the anticipated economic impacts of the reported US-China trade détente mentioned in the text? a) Increase in oil prices b) Rally in global markets c) Rise in gold prices d) Decline in technology stocks Ans: b) Rally in global markets 4.Which country recently became the 11th member of the ASEAN bloc? a) Papua New Guinea b) Sri Lanka c) East Timor (Timor-Leste) d) Bangladesh Ans: c) East Timor (Timor-Leste) 5.In which city was the 47th ASEAN Summit held where East Timor was formally admitted as a member? a) Singapore b) Jakarta c) Bangkok d) Kuala Lumpur Ans: d) Kuala Lumpur 6.How many years did East Timor await membership in ASEAN after gaining full independence in 2002? a) 10 years b) 12 years c) 14 years d) 16 years Ans: c) 14 years 7.Which country proposed initiatives for maritime cooperation and sustainable tourism at the 47th ASEAN Summit, in the context of a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership? a) China b) Japan c) India d) Australia Ans: c) India 8.What new sporting initiative was announced at the 47th ASEAN Summit to boost football development across Southeast Asia? a) ASEAN Games b) FIFA ASEAN Cup c) Southeast Asian Football League d) ASEAN Champions Trophy Ans: b) FIFA ASEAN Cup 9.Which country announced the completion of decisive tests for the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile? a) United States b) China c) Russia d) North Korea Ans: c) Russia 10.Who is the President of the country that announced the completion of tests for the Burevestnik nuclear-powered cruise missile? a) Joe Biden b) Xi Jinping c) Vladimir Putin d) Kim Jong Un Ans: c) Vladimir Putin 11.Cyclone Montha was anticipated to make landfall near which location in India? a) Chennai, Tamil Nadu b) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh c) Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh d) Puri, Odisha Ans: c) Kakinada, Andhra Pradesh 12.Over which body of water was Cyclone Montha forming before approaching the Indian coast? a) Arabian Sea b) Bay of Bengal c) Indian Ocean d) Andaman Sea Ans: b) Bay of Bengal 13.Which Indian state was mentioned as preparing for the potential impact of Cyclone Montha? a) Odisha b) West Bengal c) Andhra Pradesh d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Andhra Pradesh

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1.Which organization is conducting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across 12 states and Union Territories? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Election Commission of India (ECI) c) NITI Aayog d) Registrar General o...

1.Which organization is conducting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls across 12 states and Union Territories? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Election Commission of India (ECI) c) NITI Aayog d) Registrar General of India Ans: b) Election Commission of India (ECI) 2.What is the primary objective of the Election Commission of India's Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls? a) To conduct a nationwide census b) To update voter lists and ensure accurate registration c) To register new political parties d) To revise constituency boundaries Ans: b) To update voter lists and ensure accurate registration 3.Who is the Chief Election Commissioner mentioned in the context of the ongoing Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls? a) Rajiv Kumar b) Sunil Arora c) Gyanesh Kumar d) Anup Chandra Pandey Ans: c) Gyanesh Kumar 4.According to the ECI's timeline for the Special Intensive Revision, when is the final publication of voter lists scheduled? a) December 9, 2025 b) January 8, 2026 c) February 7, 2026 d) November 3, 2025 Ans: c) February 7, 2026 5.What is the estimated number of voters to be covered by the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls? a) Approximately 25 crore b) Approximately 51 crore c) Approximately 75 crore d) Approximately 100 crore Ans: b) Approximately 51 crore 6.Which cyclone is currently threatening coastal regions, particularly Andhra Pradesh, according to the provided information? a) Cyclone Amphan b) Cyclone Fani c) Cyclone Montha d) Cyclone Yaas Ans: c) Cyclone Montha 7.Cyclone Montha is intensifying over which major body of water? a) Arabian Sea b) Indian Ocean c) Bay of Bengal d) Andaman Sea Ans: c) Bay of Bengal 8.Which Indian state has issued a red alert in 16 of its districts due to the impending impact of Cyclone Montha? a) Odisha b) Tamil Nadu c) West Bengal d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: d) Andhra Pradesh 9.Near which city in Andhra Pradesh is Cyclone Montha predicted to make landfall? a) Visakhapatnam b) Nellore c) Kakinada d) Guntur Ans: c) Kakinada 10.Which government department or agency is responsible for issuing warnings regarding Cyclone Montha? a) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) c) Ministry of Earth Sciences d) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) Ans: b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) 11.Who is the Defence Minister who emphasized the critical need for indigenous defence production for India's military preparedness? a) Amit Shah b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Rajnath Singh d) S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Rajnath Singh 12.The Defence Minister's remarks on indigenous defence production were made at the annual session of which organization? a) Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) b) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) c) Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Ans: c) Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) 13.Which political party raised concerns about India's escalating air pollution crisis, describing it as a 'full-blown assault'? a) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) b) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) c) Indian National Congress d) Trinamool Congress (TMC) Ans: c) Indian National Congress 14.What specific particulate matter was highlighted by the opposition as a major health hazard in India's air pollution crisis? a) PM10 b) PM2.5 c) SO2 d) NOx Ans: b) PM2.5 15.According to reports cited by the Indian National Congress, approximately how many deaths were linked to air pollution in 2023? a) 500,000 b) 1 million c) 2 million d) 5 million Ans: c) 2 million 16.Who has been recommended as the successor to Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai? a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud b) Justice U.U. Lalit c) Justice Surya Kant d) Justice N.V. Ramana Ans: c) Justice Surya Kant 17.Who is the current Chief Justice of India who made the recommendation for his successor? a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud b) Justice B.R. Gavai c) Justice S.A. Bobde d) Justice J.S. Khehar Ans: b) Justice B.R. Gavai

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1.What is the name of the new incentive scheme approved by the Union Cabinet to boost critical mineral recycling? a) National Mineral Sustainability Scheme b) Incentive Scheme for critical mineral recycling c) Advanced Material Recov...

1.What is the name of the new incentive scheme approved by the Union Cabinet to boost critical mineral recycling? a) National Mineral Sustainability Scheme b) Incentive Scheme for critical mineral recycling c) Advanced Material Recovery Program d) Sustainable Resource Utilization Initiative Ans: b) Incentive Scheme for critical mineral recycling 2.Which of the following feedstocks is NOT explicitly mentioned as eligible under the Incentive Scheme for critical mineral recycling? a) E-waste b) Spent Lithium-ion batteries (LIBs) c) Catalytic converters from end-of-life vehicles d) Industrial slag from steel production Ans: d) Industrial slag from steel production 3.The upcoming Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Mudra Yojana (PMKMY) is primarily aimed at funding which of the following? a) Micro-enterprises through collateral-free loans b) Infrastructure development in rural areas c) Skilling of India's growing workforce d) Agricultural subsidies for small farmers Ans: c) Skilling of India's growing workforce 4.Which of the following is a key objective of the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Mudra Yojana (PMKMY)? a) To provide direct cash transfers to unemployed youth. b) To ensure resources reach all segments of the population, including women, rural youth, and persons with disabilities. c) To fund research and development in space technology. d) To establish new public sector banks. Ans: b) To ensure resources reach all segments of the population, including women, rural youth, and persons with disabilities. 5.The distribution of state-of-the-art Deep-Sea Fishing Vessels, inaugurated by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, is taking place at which location? a) Kochi Port b) Chennai Shipyard c) Mazagon Dock in Mumbai d) Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard Ans: c) Mazagon Dock in Mumbai 6.The initiative to modernize India's marine fisheries and distribute Deep-Sea Fishing Vessels is a step towards strengthening which of the following? a) Green Economy b) Digital Economy c) Blue Economy d) Circular Economy Ans: c) Blue Economy 7.What new investment options have been extended to central government employees under the National Pension System (NPS) and Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)? a) Fixed Deposit and Mutual Fund options b) Life Cycle 75 (LC75) and Balanced Life Cycle (BLC) c) Gold ETF and Real Estate Investment Trusts d) Guaranteed Annuity Plans only Ans: b) Life Cycle 75 (LC75) and Balanced Life Cycle (BLC) 8.The extension of LC75 and BLC investment options under NPS/UPS primarily aims to provide central government employees with: a) Mandatory higher returns b) Greater flexibility to plan retirement and manage savings according to individual risk appetites c) Direct government subsidies for pension contributions d) Exemption from all income tax on pension savings Ans: b) Greater flexibility to plan retirement and manage savings according to individual risk appetites 9.The 'Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN)' scheme, committing ₹4,182 crore, has been approved by which state government? a) West Bengal b) Andhra Pradesh c) Odisha d) Telangana Ans: c) Odisha 10.The B-MAAN scheme aims to position Odisha as a leading hub in which sector? a) Manufacturing b) IT Services c) Aviation d) Renewable Energy Ans: c) Aviation 11.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has issued new rules regarding the exchange and usage of old currency notes with the broader strategy to achieve which of the following? a) Introduce new denominations of currency notes. b) Streamline currency circulation, reduce unaccounted money, and enhance transparency. c) Promote digital transactions exclusively. d) Increase the overall money supply in the economy. Ans: b) Streamline currency circulation, reduce unaccounted money, and enhance transparency. 12.The newly released Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 will govern which aspect of defence procurements? a) Capital procurements for new equipment acquisitions. b) Revenue procurements for day-to-day functioning, maintenance, and operational readiness. c) Joint ventures with foreign defence manufacturers. d) Research and Development projects in defence technology. Ans: b) Revenue procurements for day-to-day functioning, maintenance, and operational readiness. 13.The Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 is distinct from which other major defence procurement document? a) Defence Industrial Policy (DIP) b) Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) c) Make in India for Defence Guidelines d) Strategic Partnership Model (SPM) Ans: b) Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP)

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1.What was India's total medal tally (Gold, Silver, Bronze) at the recent Badminton Asia U17 and U15 Championships? a) 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze b) 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze c) 2 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze d) 3 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bron...

1.What was India's total medal tally (Gold, Silver, Bronze) at the recent Badminton Asia U17 and U15 Championships? a) 1 Gold, 1 Silver, 1 Bronze b) 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze c) 2 Gold, 2 Silver, 1 Bronze d) 3 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze Ans: b) 2 Gold, 1 Silver, 2 Bronze 2.Who became the first Indian singles player to win a U17 title at the Junior Asian Championships? a) Shaina Manimuthu b) Lakshya Rajesh c) Diksha Sudhakar d) Chiharu Tomita Ans: c) Diksha Sudhakar 3.Which Indian city is set to host the inaugural India International Badminton Tournament 2025? a) Lucknow b) Navi Mumbai c) Mangaluru d) Shillong Ans: c) Mangaluru 4.Which cricket legend advocated for Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma's inclusion in India's squad for the 2027 ODI World Cup? a) Sachin Tendulkar b) Rahul Dravid c) Kapil Dev d) Sunil Gavaskar Ans: d) Sunil Gavaskar 5.Which star opener of the Indian women's cricket team suffered an ankle injury ahead of the Women's World Cup semi-finals? a) Smriti Mandhana b) Harmanpreet Kaur c) Pratika Rawal d) Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Pratika Rawal 6.The Indian senior women's football team, the Blue Tigresses, is set to play against which nation in the final fixture of the Tri-Nation Women's International Friendlies? a) Bangladesh b) Nepal c) Australia d) Japan Ans: b) Nepal 7.Priteesmita Bhoi, who recently broke a world record and secured a gold medal at the Youth Asian Games, is associated with which sport? a) Badminton b) Athletics c) Weightlifting d) Tai Chi Ans: c) Weightlifting 8.Which country topped the medal tally at the recent South Asian Athletics Championships? a) India b) Nepal c) Bangladesh d) Sri Lanka Ans: a) India 9.India emerged victorious in the KogniVera International Polo Cup by defeating which country? a) Pakistan b) Brazil c) Argentina d) England Ans: c) Argentina 10.How many gold medals did India secure at the 9th World Tai Chi Championship in Taipei? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: b) Three 11.Who clinched the gold medal in the U15 girls' singles category at the Badminton Asia U17 and U15 Championships? a) Diksha Sudhakar b) Chiharu Tomita c) Shaina Manimuthu d) Lakshya Rajesh Ans: c) Shaina Manimuthu 12.The inaugural India International Badminton Tournament 2025 in Mangaluru is expected to mark a significant step for the city in what capacity? a) As a new IT hub b) As a global sports hub c) As a major tourism destination d) As a center for cultural exchange Ans: b) As a global sports hub

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1.Which of the following awards is considered the nation's highest recognition for exceptional contributions in science, technology, and innovation by the Government of India? a) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize b) Vigyan Ratna c) Rasht...

1.Which of the following awards is considered the nation's highest recognition for exceptional contributions in science, technology, and innovation by the Government of India? a) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize b) Vigyan Ratna c) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar d) India Science Award Ans: c) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2.Professor Jayant Vishnu Narlikar was posthumously awarded the Vigyan Ratna for his profound impact in which scientific field? a) Chemistry b) Biological Sciences c) Space Science and Technology d) Physics Ans: d) Physics 3.How many distinct categories are included under the recently announced Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 2025? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Thirteen Ans: b) Four 4.What is the name of the communication satellite ISRO is set to launch aboard the LVM-3 rocket, designed to enhance India's space-based communications and maritime security capabilities? a) GSAT-24 b) Chandrayaan-3 c) CMS-03 d) Aditya-L1 Ans: c) CMS-03 5.The CMS-03 mission marks which operational flight of the Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM-3)? a) Third b) Fourth c) Fifth d) Sixth Ans: c) Fifth 6.Into which orbit will the CMS-03 satellite, India's heaviest communication satellite to date, be placed? a) Low Earth Orbit b) Polar Sun-Synchronous Orbit c) Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit d) Medium Earth Orbit Ans: c) Geosynchronous Transfer Orbit 7.The MAHA-Medical Technology mission, aimed at boosting indigenous medical technology, is a collaboration between which three entities? a) Ministry of Health, NITI Aayog, WHO b) ANRF, ICMR, Gates Foundation c) DRDO, AIIMS, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation d) Department of Science & Technology, ISRO, UNICEF Ans: b) ANRF, ICMR, Gates Foundation 8.What is the primary objective of the MAHA-Medical Technology mission? a) To establish new medical colleges across India b) To reduce reliance on costly medical imports and ensure equitable access to quality technologies c) To fund research solely into traditional Indian medicine d) To develop advanced surgical robots for international export Ans: b) To reduce reliance on costly medical imports and ensure equitable access to quality technologies 9.Which common organism did Indian researchers from IISc and PRL Ahmedabad discover could survive extreme Martian-like conditions? a) E. coli bacteria b) Baker's yeast c) Blue-green algae d) Fruit flies Ans: b) Baker's yeast 10.The discovery of baker's yeast surviving Martian-like conditions has significant implications for which field of study? a) Metallurgy b) Oceanography c) Astrobiology d) Quantum Physics Ans: c) Astrobiology 11.Which two educational institutions have formalized a partnership to enhance STEM education for school students from classes IX to XII? a) IIT Bombay and CBSE b) IIT Delhi and Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan c) IISc Bangalore and Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti d) AIIMS Delhi and ICSE Board Ans: b) IIT Delhi and Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan 12.The collaboration between IIT Delhi and Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan builds upon which existing initiative of IIT Delhi? a) Technovanza b) SciTech Spins Lecture Series c) Young Innovators Program d) STEM Olympiad Ans: b) SciTech Spins Lecture Series 13.Which two investment entities have partnered to co-invest in early-stage Indian "LeapTech" companies focused on breakthrough technologies? a) Sequoia Capital and SoftBank b) Lightspeed Venture Partners and Tiger Global c) Accel and Prosus d) Kalaari Capital and Nexus Venture Partners Ans: c) Accel and Prosus 14.What term is used to describe the science-led startups targeted by Accel and Prosus for investment, which often require longer development cycles? a) FinTech companies b) DeepTech companies c) LeapTech companies d) GreenTech companies Ans: c) LeapTech companies 15.Which platforms are mentioned as being supported by the Government of India to build a robust multilingual digital ecosystem for all 22 scheduled languages? a) Google Translate and Microsoft Translator b) Bhashini and BharatGen c) LinguaTrack and PolyglotAI d) VernacularNet and IndiaSpeak Ans: b) Bhashini and BharatGen 16.India's vision for 6G, highlighted at the International 6G Symposium 2025, aims to position the country as what in the global 6G revolution? a) A primary consumer b) A co-creator and co-leader c) A regulatory body d) A technology importer Ans: b) A co-creator and co-leader 17.Which alliance has signed MoUs for collaborative research and innovation as part of India's 6G vision? a) Indian Telecom Alliance b) Digital India Foundation c) Bharat 6G Alliance d) National Communication Consortium Ans: c) Bharat 6G Alliance

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1.What growth rate did the International Monetary Fund (IMF) project for India for 2026, positioning it as the world's fastest-growing major economy? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.Which of the following is N...

1.What growth rate did the International Monetary Fund (IMF) project for India for 2026, positioning it as the world's fastest-growing major economy? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.Which of the following is NOT cited as a primary factor contributing to India's robust economic expansion according to the provided text? a) Strong domestic consumption b) Rebound in manufacturing c) Declining government capital expenditure d) Ongoing policy reforms Ans: c) Declining government capital expenditure 3.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced new regulations concerning old currency notes primarily to achieve which of the following objectives? a) Encourage digital payments b) Increase foreign exchange reserves c) Bring unaccounted money into the formal banking system d) Facilitate currency exchange for tourists Ans: c) Bring unaccounted money into the formal banking system 4.Which of the following measures has the RBI NOT proposed to boost credit flow in the economy? a) Removing sectoral caps on large borrowers b) Easing restrictions on acquisition finance c) Raising lending limits for loans against shares d) Mandating a reduction in interest rates across all banks Ans: d) Mandating a reduction in interest rates across all banks 5.What is the name of the RBI's global hackathon focused on developing innovative, secure, and user-centric banking solutions? a) FinTech Challenge b) Digital India Innovate c) HaRBInger 2025 d) Bankathon Ignite Ans: c) HaRBInger 2025 6.India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, visited Brussels for high-level discussions primarily aimed at finalizing what? a) A defense cooperation agreement b) A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union c) A cultural exchange program d) A technology transfer pact Ans: b) A Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the European Union 7.Which two ambitious visions are guiding the significant transformation and investments in India's maritime sector? a) Sagarmala Project & Blue Economy Initiative b) Port Modernization Drive & Shipping Capacity Enhancement c) Maritime India Vision 2030 & Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 d) Coastal Development Plan & Inland Waterways Expansion Ans: c) Maritime India Vision 2030 & Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 8.The upcoming new GDP series is expected to provide more elaborate data on which two specific economic aspects, utilizing improved data collection methods like GST and UPI? a) Agricultural output and industrial production b) Digital economy and unincorporated enterprises c) Foreign direct investment and portfolio investment d) Public sector undertakings and private sector growth Ans: b) Digital economy and unincorporated enterprises 9.India is increasingly viewed as a 'breakout market' due to which combination of factors? a) Declining inflation and stable currency b) Strong export growth and low import dependence c) Compelling macroeconomic fundamentals, rising high-net-worth individuals, and improving retail infrastructure d) High unemployment and significant foreign aid Ans: c) Compelling macroeconomic fundamentals, rising high-net-worth individuals, and improving retail infrastructure 10.The continuing US government shutdown is highlighted for its potential to disrupt which specific aspect for Indian companies? a) Tourism revenue b) Corporate activities for Indian companies with American exposure c) Agricultural exports to the US d) Technology imports from the US Ans: b) Corporate activities for Indian companies with American exposure 11.Malaysia has expressed support for a swift trade pact with New Delhi, recognizing the India-ASEAN partnership as what? a) A challenge to regional stability b) A force for global economic dominance c) A force for stability d) A temporary alliance Ans: c) A force for stability 12.According to an SBICAPS report, steady growth in the latter half of FY26 is primarily driven by which two factors? a) Increased foreign investment and reduced trade deficit b) Strong internal demand and increased government capital expenditure c) Declining inflation and stable interest rates d) Expansion of export markets and currency depreciation Ans: b) Strong internal demand and increased government capital expenditure

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1.The meeting between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, aimed at finalizing a trade deal, was scheduled to take place in which country? a) China b) United States c) South Korea d) Japan Ans: c) South Korea 2.Who was ide...

1.The meeting between President Donald Trump and Xi Jinping, aimed at finalizing a trade deal, was scheduled to take place in which country? a) China b) United States c) South Korea d) Japan Ans: c) South Korea 2.Who was identified as China's top trade negotiator in the context of the nearing US-China trade deal? a) Xi Jinping b) Li Chenggang c) Scott Bessent d) Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Li Chenggang 3.Which of the following issues was explicitly mentioned as an "underlying issue" that the US-China trade deal might not immediately address? a) Threats of additional tariffs b) Limitation on rare earth element exports c) Access to advanced computer chips d) The location of the Trump-Xi meeting Ans: c) Access to advanced computer chips 4.What was the name of the Category 4 hurricane that threatened Jamaica and the wider Caribbean region? a) Hurricane Katrina b) Hurricane Melissa c) Hurricane Sandy d) Hurricane Dorian Ans: b) Hurricane Melissa 5.Which of the following countries was expected to be the first to experience landfall from Hurricane Melissa? a) Turks and Caicos b) Bahamas c) Cuba d) Jamaica Ans: d) Jamaica 6.The U.S. Embassy in Kingston announced limited emergency services due to Hurricane Melissa. In which country is Kingston located? a) Haiti b) Dominican Republic c) Jamaica d) Puerto Rico Ans: c) Jamaica 7.India's annual tri-service combat exercise, "Trishul 2025," is being conducted along the border with which neighboring country? a) Nepal b) China c) Pakistan d) Bangladesh Ans: c) Pakistan 8.Who is India's Defence Minister mentioned in the context of the "Trishul 2025" military exercise? a) Narendra Modi b) Amit Shah c) Rajnath Singh d) S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Rajnath Singh 9.The Indian Defence Minister specifically warned about aggression in which disputed region near the Pakistan border? a) Kashmir Valley b) Siachen Glacier c) Sir Creek region d) Doklam Plateau Ans: c) Sir Creek region 10.From which famous European museum were valuable crown jewels stolen in a daylight heist, leading to recent arrests? a) British Museum b) Rijksmuseum c) Louvre Museum d) Uffizi Gallery Ans: c) Louvre Museum 11.The fifth edition of the global Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Index was launched marking the 25th anniversary of which significant UN resolution? a) UN Security Council Resolution 1267 b) UN Security Council Resolution 1325 c) UN General Assembly Resolution 377 d) UN Human Rights Council Resolution 16/18 Ans: b) UN Security Council Resolution 1325 12.How many countries are scored and ranked by the Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Index? a) 150 b) 181 c) 193 d) 200 Ans: b) 181 13.The Women, Peace and Security (WPS) Index is described as a crucial tool for which of the following groups? a) Economists and market analysts b) Military strategists and defense contractors c) Policymakers, practitioners, and activists d) Environmental scientists and conservationists Ans: c) Policymakers, practitioners, and activists 14.Which of the following events was scheduled to take place on October 30th, according to the provided text? a) Landfall of Hurricane Melissa in Jamaica b) Arrests made in the Louvre Jewel Heist c) Launch of the Global Women, Peace & Security Index d) Trump-Xi meeting for trade deal finalization Ans: d) Trump-Xi meeting for trade deal finalization

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October 27, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the effective date for a series of significant regulatory updates and new rules impacting India's financial and digital landscape, as mentioned in the recent reforms? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) November 1, 2...

1.What is the effective date for a series of significant regulatory updates and new rules impacting India's financial and digital landscape, as mentioned in the recent reforms? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 2.Under the new National Pension System (NPS) changes effective October 1, 2025, what is the maximum percentage non-government subscribers can now invest in equity? a) 50% b) 75% c) 100% d) 90% Ans: c) 100% 3.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced a new system for cheque clearing, replacing the older batch-processing system. What is this new system called? a) Real-time Gross Settlement b) Immediate Payment Service c) Continuous Cheque Clearing d) National Automated Clearing House Ans: c) Continuous Cheque Clearing 4.Which specific Person-to-Person (P2P) feature on UPI has been discontinued by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to enhance transaction security and mitigate fraud risks? a) Scan & Pay b) Collect Request (pull transaction) c) Send Money d) Bill Payment Ans: b) Collect Request (pull transaction) 5.The new Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act, effective October 1, 2025, specifically bans which type of applications? a) E-sports applications b) Skill-based games c) Real-money betting and gambling applications d) Fantasy sports applications Ans: c) Real-money betting and gambling applications 6.When was the India-ASEAN annual summit held, where PM Modi addressed the need for an early review of the ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement? a) September 26, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) October 26, 2025 d) November 10, 2025 Ans: c) October 26, 2025 7.At the recent India-ASEAN summit, PM Modi advocated for an early legal and commercial review of which specific 15-year-old agreement? a) ASEAN-India Free Trade Agreement b) ASEAN-India Investment Agreement c) ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement d) ASEAN-India Services Agreement Ans: c) ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement 8.PM Modi reiterated India's commitment to ASEAN centrality in which region during the summit? a) South Asia b) Middle East c) Indo-Pacific d) East Africa Ans: c) Indo-Pacific 9.To ensure a secure maritime environment, PM Modi proposed organizing which two events with ASEAN? a) Joint naval parade and air show b) Second ASEAN-India defence ministers' meeting and maritime exercise c) Bilateral military drills and intelligence sharing d) Counter-terrorism workshop and border patrol Ans: b) Second ASEAN-India defence ministers' meeting and maritime exercise 10.What is the name of the large-scale tri-service exercise involving the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force, scheduled to run near the Pakistan border? a) Agni b) Vajra c) Trishul d) Chakra Ans: c) Trishul 11.The tri-service exercise 'Trishul' is primarily aimed at strengthening what? a) International diplomatic ties b) Economic cooperation and trade routes c) Defense capabilities and inter-service coordination d) Disaster management and humanitarian aid Ans: c) Defense capabilities and inter-service coordination 12.By when is the full implementation of the RBI's continuous cheque clearing system anticipated? a) October 2025 b) December 2025 c) January 2026 d) April 2026 Ans: c) January 2026 13.The Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act aims to protect youth from which specific issue? a) Cyberbullying b) Online fraud c) Gambling addiction d) Data privacy breaches Ans: c) Gambling addiction 14.A new change in the National Pension System (NPS) allows non-government subscribers to manage multiple schemes under a single what? a) Aadhaar number b) Bank account c) Permanent Account Number (PAN) d) Demat account Ans: c) Permanent Account Number (PAN)

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October 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the financial assistance provided to farmers for the purchase of Uriya fertilizer under the new scheme, effective October 26, 2025? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹8,000 c) ₹11,000 d) ₹15,000 Ans: c) ₹11,000 2.Who is the Union Minis...

1.What is the financial assistance provided to farmers for the purchase of Uriya fertilizer under the new scheme, effective October 26, 2025? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹8,000 c) ₹11,000 d) ₹15,000 Ans: c) ₹11,000 2.Who is the Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Welfare mentioned in the context of support for paddy farmers and new agricultural schemes? a) Ashwini Vaishnaw b) Shivraj Singh Chouhan c) George Kurian d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) Shivraj Singh Chouhan 3.Which mission, with an outlay of ₹11,440 crore for 2025-2031, was approved by the Union Cabinet to achieve self-reliance in pulses? a) Dalhan Vikas Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Suraksha Mission c) Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses d) Krishi Unnati Abhiyan Ans: c) Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses 4.The Pradhan Manthri Dhan Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PM DDKY) is set to implement 36 schemes to improve agricultural productivity and profitability in districts of which state, where production is below the national average? a) Kerala b) Himachal Pradesh c) Odisha d) Tamil Nadu Ans: d) Tamil Nadu 5.What is the name of the new ride-hailing application unveiled by the Indian government on October 25, 2025, designed to transform urban transportation? a) IndiaGo b) Bharat Taxi c) DigiRide d) SmartCab Ans: b) Bharat Taxi 6.Which of the following AI platforms are being utilized to integrate India's 22 scheduled languages and numerous tribal dialects into the national digital infrastructure? a) Google Translate, Microsoft Translator b) Bhashini, BharatGen, Adi-Vaani c) LinguaTech, VoiceAI, TranscribeIndia d) AI-Bharat, Saral Bhasha, Desh Bhasha Ans: b) Bhashini, BharatGen, Adi-Vaani 7.Who is the Union Information and Broadcasting Minister who announced plans for Television Rating Point (TRP) reforms and the integration of RNI, CBC, and PIB? a) Shivraj Singh Chouhan b) George Kurian c) Ashwini Vaishnaw d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Ashwini Vaishnaw 8.The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) consolidated 31 separate Customs Duty notifications into a single comprehensive document. What is the notification number of this new document, effective November 1, 2025? a) Notification No. 25/2025 b) Notification No. 31/2025 c) Notification No. 45/2025 d) Notification No. 51/2025 Ans: c) Notification No. 45/2025 9.Which mission continues to make significant progress in building pandemic-ready healthcare infrastructure across India? a) National Health Mission (NHM) b) Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) c) Pradhan Mantri–Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) d) Swasth Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri–Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) 10.What is the name of the scheme approved by the Odisha Cabinet with an outlay of ₹4,182 crore over five years (2025–2030) to boost the state's aviation sector? a) Odisha Aviation Hub Initiative b) Biju Patnaik Airport Development Scheme c) Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) d) State Air Connectivity Project (SACP) Ans: c) Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) 11.Which company is undertaking a massive coal-to-chemical project, part of the 33 industrial projects approved by the Odisha government, expected to generate approximately 4.7 lakh employment opportunities? a) Reliance Industries Limited b) Tata Steel c) Adani Enterprises Limited d) JSW Group Ans: c) Adani Enterprises Limited 12.What is the stated goal for making India Naxal-Free, according to the Union Government's robust strategy that has led to a 53% reduction in Naxal violence? a) By December 2025 b) By March 2026 c) By October 2027 d) By January 2028 Ans: b) By March 2026 13.Who is the Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying mentioned in the context of the National Fisheries Development Programme and welfare schemes in Kerala? a) Shivraj Singh Chouhan b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) George Kurian d) Pralhad Joshi Ans: c) George Kurian 14.In which region of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, are welfare schemes including the Tribal Women Empowerment Scheme being implemented for Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities? a) Kinnaur b) Lahaul Valley c) Spiti Valley d) Pangi region Ans: d) Pangi region 15.Central Government Employees under NPS and UPS now have access to which extended investment options for greater flexibility in retirement planning? a) GIC and LIC b) LC75 and BLC c) Equity Plus and Debt Max d) Gold Fund and Real Estate Fund Ans: b) LC75 and BLC

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October 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The 4th South Asian Athletics Championships 2025 was successfully hosted in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) Ranchi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Ranchi 2.Who among the following won a gold medal for India in the Men's...

1.The 4th South Asian Athletics Championships 2025 was successfully hosted in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) Ranchi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Ranchi 2.Who among the following won a gold medal for India in the Men's 5000-meter race at the 4th South Asian Athletics Championships 2025? a) Samardeep Singh Gill b) Prince Kumar c) Neeraj Chopra d) Rohit Sharma Ans: b) Prince Kumar 3.Which Indian cricketer scored his 33rd ODI century during the third One Day International against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground? a) Virat Kohli b) Shreyas Iyer c) Rohit Sharma d) Harshit Rana Ans: c) Rohit Sharma 4.Who was the standout performer with four wickets for India in the third One Day International against Australia at the Sydney Cricket Ground? a) Jasprit Bumrah b) Mohammed Shami c) Harshit Rana d) Kuldeep Yadav Ans: c) Harshit Rana 5.In the Women's World Cup 2025, which team is India set to face in the semifinals? a) South Africa b) England c) New Zealand d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 6.The Super Cup 2025, serving as a crucial season opener for Indian football clubs, commenced in which Indian state? a) Kerala b) Goa c) West Bengal d) Maharashtra Ans: b) Goa 7.What is the main incentive for the winners of the Super Cup 2025 in Indian football? a) A direct spot in the AFC Champions League b) A spot in the preliminary stage of the AFC Champions League Two c) Qualification for the FIFA Club World Cup d) A significant cash prize only Ans: b) A spot in the preliminary stage of the AFC Champions League Two 8.Why was the friendly match featuring Lionel Messi and the Argentinian national team in Kochi postponed? a) Player injuries b) Unfavorable weather conditions c) Delays in receiving FIFA approval d) Venue unavailability Ans: c) Delays in receiving FIFA approval 9.India emerged victorious in the International Polo Cup 2025 by defeating which country in the final match? a) Pakistan b) England c) Argentina d) USA Ans: c) Argentina 10.At which venue was the International Polo Cup 2025, won by India, held? a) Delhi Polo Club b) Mumbai Polo Ground c) Jaipur Polo Ground d) Kolkata Polo Arena Ans: c) Jaipur Polo Ground 11.India's celebrated javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has been conferred which honorary rank in the Territorial Army? a) Major b) Captain c) Lieutenant Colonel d) Brigadier Ans: c) Lieutenant Colonel 12.The Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Championships, where Indian shuttlers are guaranteeing a gold medal in the Girls' U17 event, are being held in which country? a) Japan b) South Korea c) China d) Malaysia Ans: c) China 13.Which two Indian shuttlers are set to compete against each other in the Girls' U17 final of the Badminton Asia U17 & U15 Championships? a) Sanjana Singh and Yogita b) Diksha Sudhakar and Lakshya Rajesh c) Prince Kumar and Samardeep Singh Gill d) Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu Ans: b) Diksha Sudhakar and Lakshya Rajesh

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October 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which organizations collaborated to launch the Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas (MAHA)-Medical Technology (MedTech)? a) NITI Aayog, Ministry of Health, WHO b) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Indian Counc...

1.Which organizations collaborated to launch the Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas (MAHA)-Medical Technology (MedTech)? a) NITI Aayog, Ministry of Health, WHO b) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Gates Foundation c) Department of Science & Technology, Ministry of Finance, UNICEF d) ISRO, DRDO, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Ans: b) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR), Gates Foundation 2.What is the primary objective of the MAHA-MedTech Mission? a) To establish new medical colleges across the country b) To accelerate innovation in the medical tech sector, reduce import dependence, and ensure equitable access to affordable technologies c) To provide free medical treatment to all citizens for five years d) To export medical technology to other developing nations Ans: b) To accelerate innovation in the medical tech sector, reduce import dependence, and ensure equitable access to affordable technologies 3.What is the total outlay for the five-year MAHA-MedTech Mission? a) Rs 500 crore b) Rs 750 crore c) Rs 1000 crore d) Rs 250 crore Ans: b) Rs 750 crore 4.Who was honored with the Vigyan Shri award for outstanding contributions to India's space technology development? a) Dr. K. Sivan b) Jayan N c) S. Somanath d) A.S. Kiran Kumar Ans: b) Jayan N 5.Jayan N played a pivotal role in the design and development of which cryogenic engine that powers the GSLV Mk III (LVM3) launch vehicle? a) Vikas engine b) CE-20 cryogenic engine c) CUS-15 engine d) PS4 engine Ans: b) CE-20 cryogenic engine 6.The Vigyan Shri award is part of which larger national honor in science and technology? a) Padma Vibhushan b) Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize c) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar d) Bharat Ratna Ans: c) Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar 7.Which two institutes were recently designated as Centres of Excellence (CoE) under the National Critical Mineral Mission (NCMM)? a) IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay b) IISc Bangalore and C-MET Hyderabad c) NIT Warangal and ISM Dhanbad d) AIIMS Delhi and PGIMER Chandigarh Ans: b) IISc Bangalore and C-MET Hyderabad 8.The new Centres of Excellence for Critical Mineral Research were designated by which Ministry? a) Ministry of Education b) Ministry of Science and Technology c) Ministry of Mines d) Ministry of Earth Sciences Ans: c) Ministry of Mines 9.What is the name of India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic, effective against resistant respiratory infections? a) Amoxicillin b) Penicillin-G c) Nafithromycin d) Ciprofloxacin Ans: c) Nafithromycin 10.India's first successful indigenous gene-therapy trial demonstrated a significant correction rate for which condition? a) Diabetes b) Cancer c) Hemophilia d) Alzheimer's disease Ans: c) Hemophilia 11.According to Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, what is redefining diagnostics and patient care in India? a) Traditional Ayurvedic practices b) Artificial Intelligence (AI) c) Telemedicine alone d) Increased number of doctors Ans: b) Artificial Intelligence (AI) 12.When was India's National Blockchain Framework (NBF) officially launched? a) September 2023 b) September 2024 c) October 2025 d) January 2024 Ans: b) September 2024 13.What is the primary goal of expanding the adoption of India's National Blockchain Framework? a) To manage cryptocurrency transactions b) To enhance transparency and strengthen digital trust across governmental and public sectors c) To create a national digital currency d) To facilitate online gaming Ans: b) To enhance transparency and strengthen digital trust across governmental and public sectors 14.By which year is India set to launch its first homegrown 7-nanometer 'Shakti' processor? a) 2026 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2025 Ans: b) 2028 15.The 7nm 'Shakti' processor, aimed at technological independence for India, is a product of which institution's project? a) IIT Bombay b) IISc Bangalore c) IIT Madras d) DRDO Ans: c) IIT Madras

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October 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was India's projected GDP growth rate for 2025-26 according to the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) latest World Economic Outlook report? a) 4.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 6.8% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.According to the IMF's 2025-2...

1.What was India's projected GDP growth rate for 2025-26 according to the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) latest World Economic Outlook report? a) 4.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 6.8% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.According to the IMF's 2025-26 projections mentioned in the text, how does India's economic growth compare to China's? a) India is projected to grow slower than China. b) India is projected to grow at the same rate as China. c) India is projected to grow faster than China. d) The IMF did not provide a projection for China in this report. Ans: c) India is projected to grow faster than China. 3.What was the repo rate maintained by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its latest Monetary Policy Report mentioned in the text? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 4.For FY 2025-26, how did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) revise its GDP growth and CPI inflation forecasts, respectively? a) GDP growth lowered, CPI inflation raised. b) GDP growth raised, CPI inflation lowered. c) Both GDP growth and CPI inflation were lowered. d) Both GDP growth and CPI inflation were raised. Ans: b) GDP growth raised, CPI inflation lowered. 5.Which two major companies announced a joint investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI) services in India through a new entity named Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd (REIL)? a) Tata and Google b) Reliance Industries and Meta Platforms c) Wipro and Microsoft d) Infosys and Amazon Ans: b) Reliance Industries and Meta Platforms 6.In the newly established entity Reliance Enterprise Intelligence Ltd (REIL) for AI services, what is the ownership stake held by Reliance Industries? a) 30% b) 50% c) 70% d) 100% Ans: c) 70% 7.Which of the following factors is NOT cited as a reason for the robust revival in Indian consumer spending mentioned in the text? a) Income tax cuts b) Higher interest rates c) State welfare schemes d) GST rate cut Ans: b) Higher interest rates 8.Indian refiners are adjusting operations due to new US sanctions imposed on crude exporters from which country? a) Iran b) Venezuela c) Russia d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) Russia 9.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) projected global growth rate for 2025, as mentioned in its World Economic Outlook report? a) 2.8% b) 3.2% c) 3.5% d) 4.0% Ans: b) 3.2% 10.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) maintained its repo rate with what monetary policy stance? a) Accommodative b) Hawkish c) Neutral d) Restrictive Ans: c) Neutral 11.Which of the following is highlighted by the RBI as a key driver sustaining India's positive economic trajectory? a) Weakening domestic demand b) Declining government spending c) Favorable monsoons d) Unstable external sector Ans: c) Favorable monsoons 12.India's AI market is projected to reach what approximate value by 2027? a) $10-12 billion b) $15-18 billion c) $20-22 billion d) $25-30 billion Ans: c) $20-22 billion

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October 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was the immediate cause cited by the U.S. for imposing an additional 10% tariff increase on Canada on October 25, 2025? a) Canada's refusal to renegotiate NAFTA. b) A controversial advertisement aired by the Canadian province ...

1.What was the immediate cause cited by the U.S. for imposing an additional 10% tariff increase on Canada on October 25, 2025? a) Canada's refusal to renegotiate NAFTA. b) A controversial advertisement aired by the Canadian province of Ontario. c) Canada's failure to meet specific trade quotas. d) A dispute over lumber exports. Ans: b) A controversial advertisement aired by the Canadian province of Ontario. 2.Which Canadian province was responsible for the advertisement that featured late President Ronald Reagan and contributed to the U.S. tariff hike? a) Quebec b) British Columbia c) Ontario d) Alberta Ans: c) Ontario 3.What central message did the controversial advertisement, which led to the U.S. tariff increase on Canada, convey regarding tariffs? a) Tariffs promote fair trade and economic growth. b) Tariffs lead to trade wars and economic disaster. c) Tariffs are a necessary tool for national security. d) Tariffs primarily benefit domestic industries. Ans: b) Tariffs lead to trade wars and economic disaster. 4.Who is the Premier of Ontario mentioned in the context of the advertisement that sparked U.S. tariffs? a) Justin Trudeau b) Doug Ford c) Chrystia Freeland d) John Horgan Ans: b) Doug Ford 5.Through which social media platform did U.S. President Donald Trump announce the additional 10% tariffs on Canada? a) X (formerly Twitter) b) Facebook c) Truth Social d) Instagram Ans: c) Truth Social 6.What is the primary condition for the U.S. to impose additional sanctions on Russia, as stated in the provided content? a) Russia's withdrawal from the United Nations. b) Continued delay by President Putin in ending the war in Ukraine. c) Russia's expansion of military exercises in the Arctic. d) Russia's failure to repay international debts. Ans: b) Continued delay by President Putin in ending the war in Ukraine. 7.Beyond imposing sanctions, what specific action are U.S. officials urging their European counterparts to take regarding frozen Russian assets? a) Return them to Russia as a goodwill gesture. b) Invest them in European infrastructure projects. c) Utilize them to purchase U.S. weapons for Kyiv. d) Donate them to international humanitarian organizations. Ans: c) Utilize them to purchase U.S. weapons for Kyiv. 8.In August, President Trump met with Vladimir Putin without yielding progress on the Ukraine conflict. Where did this meeting take place? a) Helsinki b) Geneva c) Alaska d) Vladivostok Ans: c) Alaska 9.What is President Trump's stated condition for holding another meeting with President Putin to discuss the Ukraine war? a) Only if Russia agrees to immediate ceasefire. b) Only if a peace deal appears likely. c) Only if European allies co-host the meeting. d) Only after all sanctions are lifted. Ans: b) Only if a peace deal appears likely. 10.When did President Trump impose sanctions on Russia for the first time since returning to office in January, according to the text? a) Saturday, October 25, 2025 b) Wednesday, October 22, 2025 c) In August, during his meeting with Putin d) Immediately upon returning to office in January Ans: b) Wednesday, October 22, 2025 11.The U.S. administration is internally discussing leveraging Russian assets held in the U.S. for what purpose? a) To fund domestic infrastructure projects. b) To repay U.S. national debt. c) To support Ukraine's war effort. d) To establish a new international trade fund. Ans: c) To support Ukraine's war effort.

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October 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), what is India's projected economic growth rate for 2025-26? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 7.1% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.Which Indian bank was recently awarded 'World's Best Consumer B...

1.According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), what is India's projected economic growth rate for 2025-26? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 7.1% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.Which Indian bank was recently awarded 'World's Best Consumer Bank 2025' and 'Best Bank in India 2025' by Global Finance? a) Punjab National Bank b) HDFC Bank c) State Bank of India d) ICICI Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India 3.The Indian real estate sector attracted its highest capital in the past seven years in FY25. What was the approximate amount secured? a) US$1.5 billion b) US$2.0 billion c) US$2.63 billion d) US$3.1 billion Ans: c) US$2.63 billion 4.In the first half of the calendar year 2025, what percentage of India's total digital payment transaction volumes was accounted for by the Unified Payments Interface (UPI)? a) 60% b) 75% c) 85% d) 90% Ans: c) 85% 5.The government is planning significant reforms for the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector with what primary objectives? a) Increasing exports and reducing imports b) Reducing costs and fostering innovation c) Privatizing public sector units d) Expanding infrastructure projects Ans: b) Reducing costs and fostering innovation 6.India is reportedly 'very close' to finalizing a trade pact with which country? a) Japan b) Australia c) United States d) United Kingdom Ans: c) United States 7.India is actively working to expand its agricultural exports, targeting 26 new international markets for which specific product? a) Wheat b) Sugar c) Rice d) Cotton Ans: c) Rice 8.India recently announced the reopening of its embassy in which country, marking a significant shift in its diplomatic engagement? a) Myanmar b) Afghanistan c) Syria d) Yemen Ans: b) Afghanistan 9.Which Afghan official, the most senior Taliban official to visit India since 2021, recently met with Indian counterparts? a) Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar b) Sirajuddin Haqqani c) Amir Khan Muttaqi d) Hibatullah Akhundzada Ans: c) Amir Khan Muttaqi 10.What is the name of the Severe Cyclone expected to make landfall along the Andhra Pradesh coast? a) Fani b) Amphan c) Montha d) Biparjoy Ans: c) Montha 11.Cyclone Montha is forecasted to make landfall near which specific location along the Andhra Pradesh coast? a) Visakhapatnam b) Kakinada c) Nellore d) Machilipatnam Ans: b) Kakinada 12.The ongoing Waqf Act row, fueling political discourse between Home Minister Amit Shah and RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, is primarily associated with which Indian state? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Bihar c) West Bengal d) Maharashtra Ans: b) Bihar 13.The Delhi government is slated to launch its first official logo on which date? a) October 15 b) November 1 c) December 10 d) January 26 Ans: b) November 1 14.By what percentage does the government plan to increase print media advertising rates? a) 15% b) 20% c) 26% d) 30% Ans: c) 26% 15.Besides increasing print media advertising rates, what other reform is the government planning to introduce related to media? a) New regulations for social media b) Reforms to TRP ratings c) Licensing for online news portals d) Subsidies for local newspapers Ans: b) Reforms to TRP ratings

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October 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which Ministry has launched a ₹1,500-crore incentive scheme to bolster domestic extraction of critical minerals from recycled sources? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change c) Ministry of Mine...

1.Which Ministry has launched a ₹1,500-crore incentive scheme to bolster domestic extraction of critical minerals from recycled sources? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change c) Ministry of Mines d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: c) Ministry of Mines 2.The incentive scheme for critical mineral extraction from recycled sources primarily aims to achieve which of the following? a) Increase exports of finished mineral products b) Strengthen India's supply chain sustainability and reduce import dependence c) Promote foreign direct investment in mining d) Fund research into new mineral discovery techniques Ans: b) Strengthen India's supply chain sustainability and reduce import dependence 3.What is the maximum incentive cap for large recyclers under the Ministry of Mines' scheme for critical mineral extraction? a) ₹25 crore b) ₹50 crore c) ₹100 crore d) ₹150 crore Ans: b) ₹50 crore 4.As part of the comprehensive reform package for MSMEs, which advanced technology is planned for integration into manufacturing? a) Blockchain technology b) Augmented Reality (AR) c) Artificial Intelligence (AI) d) Quantum Computing Ans: c) Artificial Intelligence (AI) 5.The upcoming comprehensive reform package for MSMEs aligns with the Prime Minister's vision of which national goal? a) "Make in India" b) "Digital India" c) "Viksit Bharat" d) "Atmanirbhar Bharat" Ans: c) "Viksit Bharat" 6.Which two investment options have been extended to Central Government employees under both the National Pension System (NPS) and the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)? a) Equity Growth Fund and Debt Preservation Fund b) Life Cycle 75 (LC75) and Balanced Life Cycle (BLC) c) Fixed Income Plan and High Growth Plan d) Market Linked Option and Guaranteed Return Option Ans: b) Life Cycle 75 (LC75) and Balanced Life Cycle (BLC) 7.What is the per-hectare financial assistance provided to farmers under the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM PKVY) 2025? a) ₹25,000 b) ₹31,500 c) ₹40,000 d) ₹50,000 Ans: b) ₹31,500 8.The Pradhan Mantri Krishi Vikas Yojana (PM PKVY) 2025 primarily focuses on promoting which of the following? a) Organic farming only b) Export-oriented cash crops c) Sustainable agricultural practices d) Mechanized farming on large estates Ans: c) Sustainable agricultural practices 9.What is the total investment allocated for the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM) over the period 2021-26? a) ₹32,090 crore b) ₹64,180 crore c) ₹96,270 crore d) ₹128,360 crore Ans: b) ₹64,180 crore 10.Under the Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission (PM-ABHIM), what are the existing Sub-Health Centres being upgraded into? a) Primary Health Centers b) Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) c) Community Health Centers d) District Hospitals Ans: b) Ayushman Arogya Mandirs (AAMs) 11.Which platform, mentioned by the Prime Minister at the 17th National Rozgar Mela, has shared information on over 70 million job vacancies? a) PM Skill Development Portal b) National Career Service Platform c) India Job Market Portal d) Rozgar Samachar Online Ans: b) National Career Service Platform 12.What is the primary function of the Mobile Number Validation (MNV) platform introduced by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT)? a) To block spam calls and messages b) To verify phone number authenticity and curb identity misuse c) To track the location of mobile users d) To manage mobile number portability requests Ans: b) To verify phone number authenticity and curb identity misuse 13.The Union Culture Ministry's Gyan Bharatam Mission is focused on which key activity? a) Promoting international cultural exchanges b) Establishing new cultural museums c) Conservation, upkeep, and digitization of India's manuscript heritage d) Funding performing arts festivals Ans: c) Conservation, upkeep, and digitization of India's manuscript heritage 14.India is pushing new policies to favor which two specific areas in its energy transition efforts? a) Nuclear power plants and biomass energy b) Coal mining and oil exploration c) Hybrid renewable energy projects and domestic solar manufacturing d) Hydroelectric power and geothermal energy Ans: c) Hybrid renewable energy projects and domestic solar manufacturing 15.Approximately what percentage does the MSME sector contribute to India's GDP? a) Nearly 15% b) Nearly 20% c) Nearly 30% d) Nearly 40% Ans: c) Nearly 30%

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October 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which Indian women cricketers scored centuries in the match that secured their team's entry into the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semifinals? a) Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur b) Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami c) Smriti Man...

1.Which Indian women cricketers scored centuries in the match that secured their team's entry into the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 semifinals? a) Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur b) Mithali Raj and Jhulan Goswami c) Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal d) Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal 2.Where were the Asian Youth Games 2025, where India secured double gold in Kabaddi, held? a) India b) Iran c) Bahrain d) UAE Ans: c) Bahrain 3.Which country did the Indian U-18 girls' kabaddi team defeat in the final of the Asian Youth Games 2025 with a record-setting margin? a) South Korea b) Japan c) Iran d) Thailand Ans: c) Iran 4.What honorary rank was conferred upon Olympic gold medalist javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra? a) Major General b) Brigadier c) Lieutenant Colonel d) Colonel Ans: c) Lieutenant Colonel 5.The Super Cup 2025, a crucial tournament for Indian football clubs, commenced in which Indian state? a) Kerala b) Goa c) West Bengal d) Maharashtra Ans: b) Goa 6.The South Asian Athletics Championships 2025, where India dominated the opening day, is being held in which Indian city? a) Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Ranchi d) Chennai Ans: c) Ranchi 7.Who among the following won a gold medal in the men's 5000m event at the South Asian Athletics Championships 2025? a) Samardeep Singh Gill b) Prince Kumar c) Yogita d) Sanjana Singh Ans: b) Prince Kumar 8.Who among the following won a gold medal in the women's shot put event at the South Asian Athletics Championships 2025? a) Prince Kumar b) Samardeep Singh Gill c) Yogita d) Sanjana Singh Ans: c) Yogita 9.Against which country is the Indian Men's Cricket team playing their final One Day International (ODI) as mentioned in the news? a) England b) South Africa c) Australia d) New Zealand Ans: c) Australia 10.Who scored 28 points for the Indian U-18 girls' kabaddi team in their final match at the Asian Youth Games 2025? a) Pratika Rawal b) Smriti Mandhana c) Neha Patel d) Sanjana Singh Ans: c) Neha Patel 11.What is one of the key purposes of the Super Cup 2025 for Indian football clubs? a) To select players for the national team b) To determine the league champion c) To qualify for AFC competitions d) To serve as a pre-season friendly tournament Ans: c) To qualify for AFC competitions 12.Neeraj Chopra, who was conferred the honorary rank of Lieutenant Colonel, is an Olympic gold medalist in which sport? a) Wrestling b) Archery c) Javelin Throw d) Shooting Ans: c) Javelin Throw

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1.By what year does India aim to be among the top three global semiconductor producers? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2036 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2036 2.Which organization announced India's target to be among the top three global semiconducto...

1.By what year does India aim to be among the top three global semiconductor producers? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2036 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2036 2.Which organization announced India's target to be among the top three global semiconductor producers by 2036? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Department of Biotechnology (DBT) d) Department of Science and Technology (DST) Ans: b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 3.What is the name of India's first fully indigenous antibiotic, developed to combat resistant respiratory infections? a) BioE3mycin b) Bharatmycin c) Nafithromycin d) Velloremycin Ans: c) Nafithromycin 4.The development of Nafithromycin was a collaboration between the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and which pharmaceutical company? a) Cipla b) Dr. Reddy's Laboratories c) Wockhardt d) Sun Pharmaceutical Ans: c) Wockhardt 5.India's first indigenous gene therapy trial was successfully conducted for which condition? a) Diabetes b) Cancer c) Hemophilia d) Cystic Fibrosis Ans: c) Hemophilia 6.At which institution was India's first indigenous gene therapy trial for hemophilia conducted? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi b) Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore c) Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh d) National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS), Bengaluru Ans: b) Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore 7.The Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) is an initiative by which government department? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) b) Department of Space c) Department of Science and Technology (DST) d) Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Ans: c) Department of Science and Technology (DST) 8.Which organization hosted the curtain-raiser event for ESTIC-2025, focusing on Space Technologies? a) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) b) Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) d) SRM Institute of Science and Technology Ans: c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) 9.Astronomers from which Indian institution discovered that activity around supermassive black holes can suppress the birth of new stars? a) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) c) Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) d) Physical Research Laboratory (PRL) Ans: c) Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA) 10.What is the name of India's recently launched generative AI model designed to cater to the nation's diverse linguistic and cultural needs? a) LinguaGen b) BharatGen c) CultureAI d) DesiGPT Ans: b) BharatGen 11.Which country is set to host the first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus in West Africa? a) Ghana b) Nigeria c) Senegal d) Ivory Coast Ans: b) Nigeria 12.The establishment of an IIT campus in West Africa aligns with which Indian policy promoting the internationalization of Indian universities? a) Make in India Initiative b) National Skill Development Policy c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 d) Digital India Campaign Ans: c) National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 13.Which scheme has seen a significant increase in allocation for 2025-26 to boost scientific research and innovation? a) Atal Innovation Mission b) Startup India c) Vigyan Dhara scheme d) IMPRINT India Ans: c) Vigyan Dhara scheme 14.What is the primary purpose of the 'Bio E3 Cells' being established by the Department of Biotechnology? a) To promote excellence in environmental engineering b) To foster entrepreneurship, education, and empowerment in the biotechnology sector c) To establish advanced bioinformatics research centers d) To develop new energy-efficient biotechnologies Ans: b) To foster entrepreneurship, education, and empowerment in the biotechnology sector

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1.What was the primary reason attributed to the moderation of India's private sector activity to a five-month low in October, as per the HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index? a) A slowdown in the manufacturing sector b) A signific...

1.What was the primary reason attributed to the moderation of India's private sector activity to a five-month low in October, as per the HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index? a) A slowdown in the manufacturing sector b) A significant decline in agricultural output c) A slowdown in the services economy d) Reduced foreign direct investment Ans: c) A slowdown in the services economy 2.Which factor is primarily credited for the recent slight pickup in India's manufacturing sector's Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)? a) Increased government spending on infrastructure b) Recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts c) A surge in export orders from Europe d) Lower global crude oil prices Ans: b) Recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts 3.What was a notable impact of US tariffs on India's trade, specifically mentioned for September? a) A sharp increase in exports to the United States b) Diversification of India's export markets away from the US c) A sharp decline in exports to the United States d) An overall improvement in India's business optimism Ans: c) A sharp decline in exports to the United States 4.India and the United States are reportedly close to finalizing a bilateral trade agreement. What is the stated target for doubling bilateral trade by 2030 under this pact? a) $250 billion b) $500 billion c) $750 billion d) $1 trillion Ans: b) $500 billion 5.What was India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal's emphasized approach regarding rushing into trade agreements? a) India would prioritize speed to secure deals quickly b) India would not rush into trade agreements under external pressure c) India would seek to finalize agreements by the end of the year d) India would only sign agreements beneficial to specific industries Ans: b) India would not rush into trade agreements under external pressure 6.According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), what is India's projected economic growth rate for FY26? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 6.6% d) 6.9% Ans: c) 6.6% 7.The IMF's optimistic forecast for India's economic growth is attributed to robust Q2 growth and which other key factor? a) A significant increase in foreign direct investment b) Implementation of GST 2.0 reforms c) A reduction in global oil prices d) Strong performance of the agricultural sector Ans: b) Implementation of GST 2.0 reforms 8.Deloitte India revised its FY26 GDP growth forecast to what specific range? a) Between 6.0% and 6.2% b) Between 6.3% and 6.5% c) Between 6.7% and 6.9% d) Between 7.0% and 7.2% Ans: c) Between 6.7% and 6.9% 9.Which of the following factors underpins Deloitte India's positive GDP growth projection for FY26? a) Declining domestic demand b) Restrictive monetary policies c) Ongoing structural reforms like GST 2.0 d) A sharp increase in government debt Ans: c) Ongoing structural reforms like GST 2.0 10.In which specific sectors were NRI-led investments particularly noted to have seen a significant increase in 2025? a) Agriculture and infrastructure development b) Real estate and tech startup sectors c) Manufacturing and automotive industries d) Healthcare and pharmaceutical sectors Ans: b) Real estate and tech startup sectors 11.What initiative have several major Indian banks launched to further encourage investments from Non-Resident Indians (NRIs)? a) Offering tax exemptions on all NRI income b) New savings and investment plans tailored for overseas Indians c) Providing direct subsidies for NRI businesses d) Establishing exclusive banking branches abroad Ans: b) New savings and investment plans tailored for overseas Indians 12.What is the primary objective of the 'Overseas Mobility Bill' being drafted by India's Ministry of External Affairs? a) To regulate international tourism from India b) To streamline the process of connecting Indian workers to the international job market c) To manage foreign student admissions in Indian universities d) To facilitate cultural exchange programs with other countries Ans: b) To streamline the process of connecting Indian workers to the international job market 13.Besides profit-booking, what other major concern influenced the Indian stock market downturn mentioned in the text? a) A sudden increase in interest rates by the RBI b) Reports of a potential fresh US probe into China's trade practices c) A decline in domestic consumption demand d) Negative global economic growth forecasts Ans: b) Reports of a potential fresh US probe into China's trade practices 14.According to the IMF's forecast, India is projected to be the fastest-growing large economy in which two consecutive fiscal years? a) FY24 and FY25 b) FY25 and FY26 c) FY26 and FY27 d) FY23 and FY24 Ans: b) FY25 and FY26 15.What was the HSBC Flash India Composite Output Index value in October, which indicated a five-month low? a) 61.0 b) 59.9 c) 58.5 d) 60.5 Ans: b) 59.9

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1.What is the primary objective of the UN Convention against Cybercrime, also known as the Hanoi Convention? a) Promoting digital trade agreements between member states b) Strengthening international cooperation and ensuring security...

1.What is the primary objective of the UN Convention against Cybercrime, also known as the Hanoi Convention? a) Promoting digital trade agreements between member states b) Strengthening international cooperation and ensuring security in cyberspace c) Regulating the development and use of artificial intelligence d) Establishing a global framework for cryptocurrency transactions Ans: b) Strengthening international cooperation and ensuring security in cyberspace 2.Which city and country hosted the opening of the UN Convention against Cybercrime in October 2025? a) Geneva, Switzerland b) Vienna, Austria c) Hanoi, Vietnam d) New York, USA Ans: c) Hanoi, Vietnam 3.Which international judicial body asserted that Israel, as an occupying power, must allow UN aid into Gaza? a) International Criminal Court (ICC) b) International Court of Justice (ICJ) c) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) d) World Health Organization (WHO) Ans: b) International Court of Justice (ICJ) 4.According to aid groups, what is the estimated time required to clear unexploded ordnance from Gaza? a) 1-5 years b) 5-10 years c) 10-15 years d) 20-30 years Ans: d) 20-30 years 5.Which organization condemned growing settler violence in the context of Israel reportedly pushing to annex the West Bank? a) World Health Organization b) Norwegian Refugee Council c) Doctors Without Borders d) Amnesty International Ans: b) Norwegian Refugee Council 6.In which Ukrainian city did a Russian drone strike reportedly kill two Ukrainian journalists? a) Kyiv b) Lviv c) Odesa d) Kramatorsk Ans: d) Kramatorsk 7.Russian President Vladimir Putin characterized Ukraine's pursuit of which type of missile as an 'attempt at escalation'? a) Javelin missiles b) HIMARS rockets c) Tomahawk missiles d) Patriot air defense systems Ans: c) Tomahawk missiles 8.US President Donald Trump declared trade talks 'terminated' with which country following an anti-tariffs advert? a) Mexico b) Canada c) Japan d) South Korea Ans: b) Canada 9.Which country's President and his family were sanctioned by the US amid a dispute with the Trump administration? a) Venezuela b) Cuba c) Colombia d) Nicaragua Ans: c) Colombia 10.A UN report warned that the world could experience what level of warming by 2100 if urgent action on climate change is not taken? a) 1.5°C b) 2.0°C c) 2.5°C d) 3.1°C Ans: d) 3.1°C 11.Which greenhouse gas is highlighted in a UN report as having 80 times more warming potential than CO₂ over 20 years? a) Nitrous Oxide b) Methane c) Sulfur Hexafluoride d) Chlorofluorocarbons Ans: b) Methane 12.Approximately what percentage of methane emissions originate from human activities like agriculture, fossil fuel extraction, and landfill waste? a) 20% b) 40% c) 60% d) 80% Ans: c) 60% 13.Which national football team won the FIFA U-20 World Cup by defeating Argentina 2-0 in the final? a) Brazil b) Spain c) Morocco d) Germany Ans: c) Morocco 14.In which city was the final match of the FIFA U-20 World Cup, won by Morocco, held? a) Buenos Aires, Argentina b) Rabat, Morocco c) Santiago, Chile d) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Ans: c) Santiago, Chile

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1.The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI for October 2025 rose to 58.4. What does a PMI value above 50 generally indicate? a) Contraction in the manufacturing sector b) Expansion in the manufacturing sector c) Stagnation in the manufacturi...

1.The HSBC India Manufacturing PMI for October 2025 rose to 58.4. What does a PMI value above 50 generally indicate? a) Contraction in the manufacturing sector b) Expansion in the manufacturing sector c) Stagnation in the manufacturing sector d) Deflationary pressures Ans: b) Expansion in the manufacturing sector 2.What was identified as the primary reason for the easing of India's overall private sector activity to a five-month low in October 2025? a) Decline in manufacturing output b) Slowdown in services growth c) Decrease in government spending d) Rise in inflation Ans: b) Slowdown in services growth 3.Which international financial institution projected India's economic growth at 6.6% for 2025-26, surpassing China's projected growth of 4.8%? a) World Bank b) Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) d) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Ans: c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) 4.India signed a significant security deal in October 2025 aimed at enhancing defense relations and upholding Indo-Pacific stability with which country? a) United States b) Japan c) Australia d) United Kingdom Ans: c) Australia 5.A key component of the security deal signed between India and Australia in October 2025 includes cooperation on which of the following? a) Space exploration b) Cybersecurity protocols c) Submarines d) Agricultural technology Ans: c) Submarines 6.Who was recently appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Republic of Ireland? a) Shri Gautam Bambawale b) Shri Harsh Vardhan Shringla c) Shri Manish Gupta d) Smt. Riva Ganguly Das Ans: c) Shri Manish Gupta 7.The Vice President of India's scheduled visit to Seychelles reinforces India's commitment to which specific initiative and regional partnership? a) Act East Policy and ASEAN b) Vision MAHASAGAR and partnerships in the Global South c) Look West Policy and Middle East d) Neighbourhood First Policy and SAARC Ans: b) Vision MAHASAGAR and partnerships in the Global South 8.India's inaugural participation in the Talisman Sabre exercise in July 2025 was highlighted in the context of enhanced defense relations with which country? a) United States b) Australia c) Japan d) France Ans: b) Australia 9.Which document was released by the Defence Minister in 2025, aimed at simplifying revenue procurement procedures for the Armed Forces? a) Defence Acquisition Procedure (DAP) 2025 b) Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 c) Military Modernization Policy 2025 d) Armed Forces Procurement Act 2025 Ans: b) Defence Procurement Manual (DPM) 2025 10.India was re-elected as Vice-Chairperson of the Bureau for the Asia-Pacific (Group IV) at the 10th Session of the Conference of Parties (COP10) to which international convention? a) UNESCO World Heritage Convention b) UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport c) Convention on Biological Diversity d) UN Framework Convention on Climate Change Ans: b) UNESCO International Convention against Doping in Sport 11.In the context of the Bihar Assembly election campaign, which specific political issue was mentioned as a point of spar between the Congress and BJP? a) Agricultural reforms b) Other Backward Classes (OBC) politics c) Women's reservation bill d) Industrial policy Ans: b) Other Backward Classes (OBC) politics 12.Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia announced plans to deliver Speed Post services within what timeframe? a) Within 12 hours b) Within 24-48 hours c) Within 3-5 business days d) Within one week Ans: b) Within 24-48 hours 13.According to the first-ever national Snow Leopard Census, which Indian region accounted for the highest population of snow leopards? a) Sikkim b) Uttarakhand c) Himachal Pradesh d) Ladakh Ans: d) Ladakh 14.What percentage of the development work for India's Gaganyaan mission has been reported as completed? a) 50% b) 75% c) 90% d) 100% Ans: c) 90% 15.The Supreme Court directed which Indian state government to notify a wildlife sanctuary in the Saranda forest? a) Chhattisgarh b) Odisha c) Jharkhand d) West Bengal Ans: c) Jharkhand 16.Which natural phenomenon arrived early in Tamil Nadu in October 2025 for the second consecutive year? a) Southwest Monsoon b) Northeast Monsoon c) Cyclonic Storms d) Heatwaves Ans: b) Northeast Monsoon

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1.What is the primary objective of the PM SHRI (Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India) scheme, as stated in the provided content? a) To provide free education to all students up to higher secondary. b) To upgrade existing schools i...

1.What is the primary objective of the PM SHRI (Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India) scheme, as stated in the provided content? a) To provide free education to all students up to higher secondary. b) To upgrade existing schools into model institutions showcasing NEP 2020 implementation. c) To establish new residential schools in every district of India. d) To offer scholarships for higher education to economically weaker sections. Ans: b) To upgrade existing schools into model institutions showcasing NEP 2020 implementation. 2.Which Indian state recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to participate in the PM SHRI Schools Scheme, despite objections from a key ruling ally? a) Tamil Nadu b) West Bengal c) Kerala d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Kerala 3.The Assam government has decided to relax its two-child policy for government employment for which of the following categories of communities? a) All minority religious groups b) Specific indigenous tribal groups, tea garden workers, and Moran and Mottock communities c) Families with a single girl child d) Communities residing in urban areas only Ans: b) Specific indigenous tribal groups, tea garden workers, and Moran and Mottock communities 4.What was the primary reason cited by the Assam Chief Minister for relaxing the two-child norm for certain vulnerable communities? a) To boost the state's overall population growth. b) To align with national family planning guidelines. c) To prevent the decline or potential vanishing of these micro-communities. d) To encourage higher birth rates for economic development. Ans: c) To prevent the decline or potential vanishing of these micro-communities. 5.Which Union Ministry proposed integrating magnet recycling as a crucial component within India's upcoming Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for Rare Earth Permanent Magnets (REPMs)? a) Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) 6.One of the key objectives behind MeitY's proposal for magnet recycling in the PLI scheme for REPMs is to address India's growing challenge of: a) Plastic waste management b) Agricultural waste disposal c) Electronic waste (e-waste) d) Industrial chemical pollution Ans: c) Electronic waste (e-waste) 7.As per the amended Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Amendment Rules, 2025, which minimum rank of bureaucrat is authorized to issue content takedown orders from online platforms? a) Under Secretary b) Deputy Secretary c) Joint Secretary d) Additional Secretary Ans: c) Joint Secretary 8.The Indian government's revision of content takedown powers, limiting authority to senior officials, followed a legal dispute with which social media platform? a) Facebook b) Instagram c) X (formerly Twitter) d) YouTube Ans: c) X (formerly Twitter) 9.What is the primary aim of the draft Foreign Exchange Management (Borrowing and Lending) (Fourth Amendment) Regulations, 2025, released by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? a) To restrict foreign investments in Indian companies. b) To liberalize corporate finance by simplifying External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) regulations. c) To increase the regulatory burden on foreign lenders. d) To nationalize all foreign currency transactions. Ans: b) To liberalize corporate finance by simplifying External Commercial Borrowing (ECB) regulations. 10.According to the RBI's draft amendments for External Commercial Borrowing (ECB), what is the proposed minimum average maturity period for manufacturers borrowing up to $50 million? a) 3 years b) 5 years c) 1 year d) 7 years Ans: c) 1 year 11.Which flagship scheme of the Uttar Pradesh government is aiming for global expansion and a significant increase in its export contribution by 2030? a) PM Awas Yojana b) Startup India c) One District One Product (ODOP) d) Make in India Ans: c) One District One Product (ODOP) 12.The Uttar Pradesh government plans to double the export contribution of its One District One Product (ODOP) scheme by which year? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030 13.Approximately how many appointment letters were distributed to newly recruited youth during the 17th Rozgar Mela, presided over by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Over 25,000 b) Over 35,000 c) Over 51,000 d) Over 75,000 Ans: c) Over 51,000

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1.The Indian Women's Cricket Team secured a spot in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 semifinals by defeating which team in Navi Mumbai? a) Australia b) England c) New Zealand d) South Africa Ans: c) New Zealand 2.Which opening...

1.The Indian Women's Cricket Team secured a spot in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 semifinals by defeating which team in Navi Mumbai? a) Australia b) England c) New Zealand d) South Africa Ans: c) New Zealand 2.Which opening batters for the Indian Women's Cricket Team forged a record 212-run partnership in their recent victory against New Zealand? a) Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues b) Harmanpreet Kaur and Shafali Verma c) Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal d) Pratika Rawal and Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal 3.Which Indian woman cricketer equaled legendary Australian batter Meg Lanning's record for most international cricket centuries in a recent match? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana c) Jemimah Rodrigues d) Pratika Rawal Ans: b) Smriti Mandhana 4.Against which country did the Indian Men's Cricket Team recently lose an ODI series, conceding an unassailable lead? a) England b) South Africa c) New Zealand d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 5.Which prominent Indian batsman recorded consecutive ducks for the first time in his 304-match ODI career during the recent series against Australia? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: b) Virat Kohli 6.Olympic javelin gold medalist Neeraj Chopra has been conferred with which honorary rank in the Indian Army? a) Major b) Captain c) Lieutenant Colonel d) Colonel Ans: c) Lieutenant Colonel 7.For which state team is all-rounder Ravindra Jadeja expected to make his return to first-class cricket in the upcoming Ranji Trophy match against Madhya Pradesh? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Saurashtra d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Saurashtra 8.Rishabh Pant has been named captain of the India A squad for the red-ball series against which country upon his return from injury? a) England A b) Australia A c) New Zealand A d) South Africa A Ans: d) South Africa A 9.The 4th South Asian (SAAF) Athletics Championship 2025 is scheduled to commence in which Indian city? a) Bhopal b) Lucknow c) Ranchi d) Patna Ans: c) Ranchi 10.The 4th South Asian (SAAF) Athletics Championship 2025 will be held at which stadium in Ranchi? a) JRD Tata Sports Complex b) Birsa Munda Football Stadium c) Keenan Stadium d) M. A. Chidambaram Stadium Ans: b) Birsa Munda Football Stadium

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1.What is the target year for India's first crewed Gaganyaan mission? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2027 2.India achieved a historic milestone on January 16, 2025, with SPADEx. What kind of experiment was it?
1.What is the target year for India's first crewed Gaganyaan mission? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2027 2.India achieved a historic milestone on January 16, 2025, with SPADEx. What kind of experiment was it? a) First deep-space asteroid mining experiment b) First on-orbit docking experiment c) First successful Mars sample return mission d) First commercial satellite refueling mission Ans: b) First on-orbit docking experiment 3.With the success of SPADEx, India became the ____ nation globally to achieve an on-orbit docking experiment. a) Second b) Third c) Fourth d) Fifth Ans: c) Fourth 4.By which year is ISRO planning to launch the first base module of the Bharatiya Antriksh Station (Indian Space Station)? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2028 5.The Bharatiya Antriksh Station is aimed to be fully operational by which year? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2032 d) 2035 Ans: d) 2035 6.India's NAVIC navigation satellite constellation is expected to be fully ready by which year? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2028 Ans: c) 2027 7.Which payload aboard the Chandrayaan-2 mission made the first-ever observation of the Sun's coronal mass ejection effects on the Moon? a) Orbiter High Resolution Camera (OHRC) b) Chandra's Atmospheric Composition Explorer-2 (CHACE-2) c) Solar X-ray Monitor (XSM) d) Dual-Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR) Ans: b) Chandra's Atmospheric Composition Explorer-2 (CHACE-2) 8.Which Indian startup successfully test-fired fully 3D-printed, electric pump-fed semi-cryogenic rocket engines? a) Skyroot Aerospace b) Bellatrix Aerospace c) Agnikul Cosmos d) Dhruva Space Ans: c) Agnikul Cosmos 9.What is the unique feature of Agnikul Cosmos's upcoming Agnibaan SOrTeD rocket mentioned in the text? a) It will be India's first reusable rocket. b) It will be India's first rocket powered by a completely 3D-printed engine. c) It will carry India's first private astronaut to space. d) It will be India's first rocket to use methane-liquid oxygen propellant. Ans: b) It will be India's first rocket powered by a completely 3D-printed engine. 10.The "AI for India 2030" initiative, under which key AI publications were released, is driven by which organization's Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) India? a) NITI Aayog b) World Economic Forum c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology d) Indian Institute of Science Ans: b) World Economic Forum 11.Which of the following is NOT one of the key publications released under the "AI for India 2030" initiative by the World Economic Forum's C4IR India? a) AI playbooks for agriculture b) AI playbooks for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) c) AI Sandbox White Paper d) National Strategy for Quantum Computing Ans: d) National Strategy for Quantum Computing 12.What is a key amendment proposed to IT rules in India to combat misinformation and deepfakes? a) Mandating government approval for all AI models b) Requiring social media platforms to host servers in India c) Mandating clear labelling of all AI-generated content d) Banning the use of AI in political campaigns Ans: c) Mandating clear labelling of all AI-generated content 13.Which Indian state announced plans to establish India's first dedicated AI University? a) Karnataka b) Telangana c) Maharashtra d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: d) Andhra Pradesh 14.What is the name of the programme launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) to build an AI-ready generation? a) AI Skill India Mission b) Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) c) Future AI Workforce Initiative d) Digital India AI Leap Ans: b) Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR) 15.Which institution, supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), demonstrated the generation of certified quantum randomness on cloud-based quantum computers? a) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay b) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research c) Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru d) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Ans: c) Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru 16.What unique method did researchers at RRI use to generate certified quantum randomness without requiring entanglement across large distances? a) Utilizing superconducting qubits at absolute zero b) Employing time as a key ingredient in continuous single-qubit observation c) Harnessing the gravitational waves from black holes d) Developing new algorithms for classical supercomputers Ans: b) Employing time as a key ingredient in continuous single-qubit observation 17.Which Indian launch vehicle is preparing to launch the 6.5-tonne US BlueBird-6 communication satellite? a) PSLV b) GSLV Mk II c) LVM3 d) SSLV Ans: c) LVM3 18.The NISAR satellite is a joint Earth-observing mission between ISRO and which international space agency? a) European Space Agency (ESA) b) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) c) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) d) Roscosmos Ans: c) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 19.Who is mentioned as the ISRO Chairman who confirmed the 90% completion of the Gaganyaan mission's development phase? a) S. Somanath b) K. Sivan c) V. Narayanan d) A.S. Kiran Kumar Ans: c) V. Narayanan 20.The AI Sandbox White Paper, released under the "AI for India 2030" initiative, primarily aims to scale responsible and inclusive AI across which area? a) Primary education curriculum b) Critical economic sectors c) National defense systems d) Space exploration technologies Ans: b) Critical economic sectors

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1.What is Deloitte India's revised GDP growth forecast for India for the financial year 2025-26? a) 6.5% b) 6.8% c) 7.0% d) 6.2% Ans: b) 6.8% 2.Which of the following factors is NOT cited by Deloitte India as a contributor t...

1.What is Deloitte India's revised GDP growth forecast for India for the financial year 2025-26? a) 6.5% b) 6.8% c) 7.0% d) 6.2% Ans: b) 6.8% 2.Which of the following factors is NOT cited by Deloitte India as a contributor to India's projected GDP growth for FY2025-26? a) Buoyant domestic demand b) Accommodative monetary policy c) High inflation rates d) Ongoing structural reforms like 'GST 2.0' Ans: c) High inflation rates 3.India is set to implement a major revamp of its key economic indicators, including GDP and retail inflation data, in which year? a) Early 2024 b) Mid-2025 c) Early 2026 d) Late 2027 Ans: c) Early 2026 4.As part of the planned overhaul of India's economic indicators in 2026, which new index will be introduced for the first time? a) Manufacturing Sector Index b) Agricultural Productivity Index c) Services Sector Index d) Digital Economy Index Ans: c) Services Sector Index 5.After the planned overhaul of economic indicators, what will be the new base year for India's GDP data? a) 2011-12 b) 2022-23 c) 2017-18 d) 2023-24 Ans: b) 2022-23 6.The reports of an imminent India-US trade pact with lower tariffs have led to a significant surge in shares of top Indian exporters, particularly in which two sectors? a) Pharmaceuticals and Automotive b) Information Technology (IT) and Textile c) Steel and Cement d) Agriculture and Food Processing Ans: b) Information Technology (IT) and Textile 7.According to the Reserve Bank of India's October monthly bulletin, the headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation in September moderated sharply to its lowest reading since which year? a) June 2015 b) June 2017 c) September 2018 d) March 2020 Ans: b) June 2017 8.What is India's stated primary consideration regarding its energy policy, particularly concerning Russian oil imports, according to the provided content? a) Adhering to US requests b) Prioritizing geopolitical alliances c) Safeguarding consumer interests and ensuring stable, secure supplies d) Diversifying energy sources away from Russia Ans: c) Safeguarding consumer interests and ensuring stable, secure supplies 9.The European Union has imposed sanctions on three India-based firms as part of its 19th package of measures against entities linked to which country? a) China b) Iran c) Russia d) North Korea Ans: c) Russia 10.Deloitte India's revised GDP growth forecast for FY2025-26 aligns closely with the estimate of which other major Indian financial institution for the same period? a) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) b) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) c) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 11.Which specific structural reform, anticipated as 'GST 2.0', is mentioned by Deloitte India as a contributor to India's projected GDP growth for FY2025-26? a) New Direct Tax Code b) Goods and Services Tax (GST) c) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme d) Labour Code Reforms Ans: b) Goods and Services Tax (GST) 12.According to the RBI's October monthly bulletin, which of the following is an indicator of the Indian economy's resilience? a) Declining urban demand b) Moderated CPI inflation in September c) Decreased kharif sowing d) Falling business confidence in manufacturing Ans: b) Moderated CPI inflation in September 13.The planned overhaul of India's economic indicators in early 2026 aims to provide a more accurate and contemporary picture, specifically reflecting the growing importance of which two aspects? a) Manufacturing sector and traditional agriculture b) Public sector enterprises and government spending c) Digital economy and services d) Export-oriented industries and foreign investments Ans: c) Digital economy and services 14.Who among the following economists from Deloitte India highlighted that consumption spending during the festive quarter is likely to fuel demand for FY2025-26? a) Urjit Patel b) Raghuram Rajan c) Rumki Majumdar d) Arvind Subramanian Ans: c) Rumki Majumdar

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1.Which US President announced new sanctions targeting Russia's two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, amidst the Ukraine conflict? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump ...

1.Which US President announced new sanctions targeting Russia's two largest oil companies, Rosneft and Lukoil, amidst the Ukraine conflict? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 2.The US sanctions on Rosneft and Lukoil were imposed primarily in response to what ongoing event? a) Russian interference in US elections b) The annexation of Crimea c) The ongoing conflict in Ukraine d) Cyberattacks on US infrastructure Ans: c) The ongoing conflict in Ukraine 3.How did Russian President Vladimir Putin react to the new US sanctions? a) Offered to negotiate a ceasefire immediately. b) Stated Moscow would never yield to pressure and warned of an "overwhelming" response to military strikes. c) Requested mediation from the United Nations. d) Announced counter-sanctions against US companies. Ans: b) Stated Moscow would never yield to pressure and warned of an "overwhelming" response to military strikes. 4.Besides the US, which international body aligned in imposing sanctions on Russia, and which countries' companies were accused of assisting Russia in circumventing these restrictions, particularly in drone production? a) NATO; Turkey and Iran b) European Union; China and India c) G7; Japan and South Korea d) United Nations; Brazil and South Africa Ans: b) European Union; China and India 5.Which international judicial body issued an advisory opinion ordering Israel to restore access for United Nations aid agencies into the Gaza Strip? a) International Criminal Court (ICC) b) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) c) International Court of Justice (ICJ) d) World Court of Human Rights Ans: c) International Court of Justice (ICJ) 6.What specific issue did the International Court of Justice (ICJ) highlight regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza? a) Illegal settlement expansion b) "Starvation as a weapon of war" c) Disproportionate military response d) Obstruction of peace negotiations Ans: b) "Starvation as a weapon of war" 7.Which UN agency for Palestinian refugees was discussed in the context of Israel's claims regarding neutrality and Hamas membership? a) UNHCR b) UNICEF c) UNRWA d) WHO Ans: c) UNRWA 8.How did both Israel and the Trump administration react to the International Court of Justice's ruling concerning Gaza? a) Welcomed the ruling and pledged cooperation. b) Expressed reservations but committed to compliance. c) Condemned the ruling, with the US calling it "Another corrupt ruling." d) Requested an immediate appeal of the decision. Ans: c) Condemned the ruling, with the US calling it "Another corrupt ruling." 9.President Trump is scheduled to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in which country? a) Japan b) China c) South Korea d) Vietnam Ans: c) South Korea 10.What are the expected key discussion points between President Trump and Chinese leader Xi Jinping? a) Climate change and cybersecurity b) Trade issues and China's alleged role in fentanyl smuggling c) Human rights and regional security in the South China Sea d) Space exploration cooperation and cultural exchange Ans: b) Trade issues and China's alleged role in fentanyl smuggling 11.President Trump recently pardoned which notable individual following a prison sentence for crypto-related crimes? a) Sam Bankman-Fried b) Do Kwon c) Changpeng Zhao d) Alex Mashinsky Ans: c) Changpeng Zhao 12.The White House is defending a new H-1B visa policy that has faced multiple lawsuits. What is a key feature of this new policy? a) A lottery system based on educational qualifications. b) A $100,000 fee for new applicants. c) Increased quotas for specific tech industries. d) Mandatory English language proficiency tests for all applicants. Ans: b) A $100,000 fee for new applicants. 13.President Trump faced criticism from the Colombian President regarding which specific policy action? a) Trade tariffs on Colombian goods b) Anti-drug air strikes c) Immigration policies affecting Colombian nationals d) Environmental regulations impacting agricultural exports Ans: b) Anti-drug air strikes 14.Which royal couple undertook a historic visit to the Vatican to meet Pope Leo XIV? a) Prince William and Catherine, Princess of Wales b) King Felipe VI and Queen Letizia of Spain c) King Charles III and Queen Camilla d) Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan Ans: c) King Charles III and Queen Camilla 15.What was the primary aim of King Charles III and Queen Camilla's visit to the Vatican and their meeting with Pope Leo XIV? a) To discuss global climate change initiatives. b) To strengthen ties between the Church of England and the Catholic Church. c) To advocate for interfaith dialogue in conflict zones. d) To finalize plans for a joint humanitarian aid project. Ans: b) To strengthen ties between the Church of England and the Catholic Church. 16.Which country's leader, Kim Jong Un, reiterated that military cooperation with Russia would continue to "advance non-stop"? a) China b) North Korea c) Belarus d) Iran Ans: b) North Korea 17.Pakistan re-banned which far-right organization following deadly anti-Israel protests? a) Jamaat-e-Islami b) Lashkar-e-Taiba c) Tehrik-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) d) Sipah-e-Sahaba Pakistan Ans: c) Tehrik-i-Labaik Pakistan (TLP) 18.The World Bank approved a $280 million program for which Indian state, aimed at improving health systems and expanding healthcare access? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Maharashtra c) Kerala d) West Bengal Ans: c) Kerala 19.Which famous museum reopened after experiencing a "brazen daylight heist"? a) The British Museum b) The Metropolitan Museum of Art c) The Louvre Museum d) The Rijksmuseum Ans: c) The Louvre Museum 20.According to reports, who reportedly assumed a senior military command in Iran during the Israel-Iran War in June 2025, following the deaths of several top commanders? a) President Ebrahim Raisi b) Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei c) Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf d) Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian Ans: c) Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf

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1.Who has been officially declared as the Chief Ministerial candidate by the opposition INDIA bloc for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections? a) Nitish Kumar b) Tejashwi Yadav c) Lalu Prasad Yadav d) Krishna Alavaru Ans: b) Tejashwi ...

1.Who has been officially declared as the Chief Ministerial candidate by the opposition INDIA bloc for the upcoming Bihar assembly elections? a) Nitish Kumar b) Tejashwi Yadav c) Lalu Prasad Yadav d) Krishna Alavaru Ans: b) Tejashwi Yadav 2.Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the RJD-Congress alliance in Bihar, stating that people would not forget the "________" for another 100 years. a) corruption era b) dynastic rule c) jungle raj d) policy paralysis Ans: c) jungle raj 3.Following the Diwali celebrations, Delhi's air quality has consistently remained in which category for four consecutive days? a) Moderate b) Poor c) Very Poor d) Severe Ans: c) Very Poor 4.Which Indian body recently cleared defence proposals worth approximately ₹79,000 crore to modernize the country's military? a) Ministry of Defence b) National Security Council c) Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) d) Cabinet Committee on Security Ans: c) Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) 5.India and Bhutan held a high-level meeting to review their bilateral security cooperation and border management in which city? a) New Delhi b) Paro c) Thimphu d) Phuentsholing Ans: c) Thimphu 6.Which Indian state is the focus of a new World Bank program aimed at improving health coverage for 11 million elderly and vulnerable people? a) Tamil Nadu b) Karnataka c) Kerala d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Kerala 7.How is Prime Minister Narendra Modi slated to participate in the upcoming ASEAN summit? a) Physically in Malaysia b) Virtually c) Sending a representative d) Not attending Ans: b) Virtually 8.The World Bank's program in Kerala primarily aims to improve which aspects for its elderly and vulnerable population? a) Economic empowerment and digital literacy b) Housing and infrastructure development c) Life expectancy and quality of life through health coverage d) Educational attainment and skill development Ans: c) Life expectancy and quality of life through health coverage 9.Which party's Bihar in-charge alleged that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar is unwell and that the BJP is governing the state by proxy? a) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) b) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) c) Janata Dal (United) d) Congress Ans: d) Congress 10.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a key issue discussed during the India-Bhutan bilateral security cooperation meeting? a) Mobile signal spillover b) Integrated check posts c) Trade tariffs and customs duties d) Maintenance of boundary pillars Ans: c) Trade tariffs and customs duties 11.The recent ₹79,000 crore defence proposals cleared by the DAC are primarily aimed at enhancing the capabilities of which branches of the Indian military? a) Army and paramilitary forces only b) Navy and Coast Guard only c) Army, Navy, and Air Force d) Special Forces and intelligence agencies Ans: c) Army, Navy, and Air Force

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1.What is a primary objective of the proposed amendments to India's Information Technology (IT) rules concerning AI-generated content and deepfakes? a) To promote the unrestricted creation of AI content for artistic expression. b) To...

1.What is a primary objective of the proposed amendments to India's Information Technology (IT) rules concerning AI-generated content and deepfakes? a) To promote the unrestricted creation of AI content for artistic expression. b) To mandate clear labeling for AI-generated content and increase platform accountability. c) To ban all forms of generative AI technology in India. d) To provide financial incentives for AI content creators. Ans: b) To mandate clear labeling for AI-generated content and increase platform accountability. 2.As per the proposed IT rule amendments, what is the minimum percentage of visual display or initial audio duration required for clear marking of AI-generated content? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 3.Under the proposed IT rule amendments, 'significant social media intermediaries' will be required to obtain user declarations on synthetically generated information. What is the user threshold for an intermediary to be considered 'significant' in this context? a) 10 lakh or more registered users b) 25 lakh or more registered users c) 50 lakh or more registered users d) 1 crore or more registered users Ans: c) 50 lakh or more registered users 4.What is the primary aim of the Modi government's new scheme planning to attract Indian-origin researchers and 'star faculty' settled abroad? a) To establish new private universities exclusively for returning scholars. b) To boost India's research and development ecosystem by bringing talent back to premier institutions. c) To fund international collaborations without requiring researchers to return to India. d) To provide scholarships for Indian students to study abroad in STEM fields. Ans: b) To boost India's research and development ecosystem by bringing talent back to premier institutions. 5.According to the Global Forest Resources Assessment (GFRA) 2025 released by the FAO, what is India's current global rank in terms of total forest area? a) 3rd b) 5th c) 9th d) 10th Ans: c) 9th 6.India has maintained its 3rd position globally in which specific environmental metric, as per the GFRA 2025? a) Annual reduction in carbon emissions b) Annual forest area gain c) Total protected forest area d) Biodiversity conservation efforts Ans: b) Annual forest area gain 7.The 'Punargeham' project, under which flats were sanctioned for extremely poor, landless, and homeless families, is a poverty eradication scheme of which Indian state? a) Andhra Pradesh b) Telangana c) Kerala d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: c) Kerala 8.Which state government recently released ₹250 crore towards pending dues owed to private hospitals under the Dr NTR Vaidya Seva health scheme? a) Kerala b) Andhra Pradesh c) Telangana d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: b) Andhra Pradesh 9.What key relaxation was made to Telangana's Indiramma Indlu weaker section housing scheme for urban areas? a) Beneficiaries can now receive a fully built house without installment payments. b) The scheme is now open to all income groups, not just weaker sections. c) Beneficiaries on plots smaller than 60 sq.yds can construct G+1 houses with RCC roofs. d) The financial assistance has been increased to ₹10 lakh per beneficiary. Ans: c) Beneficiaries on plots smaller than 60 sq.yds can construct G+1 houses with RCC roofs. 10.The 'Invest U.P.' initiative involves opening satellite investment promotion offices in five major Indian metro cities. What is the primary objective of these offices? a) To promote tourism in Uttar Pradesh. b) To recruit skilled labor from other states for Uttar Pradesh industries. c) To directly channel capital investment into Uttar Pradesh and connect investors with its policies. d) To establish new manufacturing units of Uttar Pradesh-based companies in other states. Ans: c) To directly channel capital investment into Uttar Pradesh and connect investors with its policies. 11.What is the name of the new limited-time offer launched by Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) exclusively for senior citizens? a) Jan Kalyan Plan b) Varishta Seva Plan c) Samman Plan d) Digital Senior Plan Ans: c) Samman Plan 12.Which significant service was recently launched nationwide by BSNL on September 27, 2025, preceding its 'Samman Plan' for senior citizens? a) 5G services b) Fiber-to-the-Home (FTTH) services c) 4G services d) Satellite phone services Ans: c) 4G services

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1.The crucial second ODI between the Indian Men's Cricket team and Australia, where India aims to level the series, is scheduled to be played in which city? a) Perth b) Adelaide c) Navi Mumbai d) Fatorda Ans: b) Adelaide 2.F...

1.The crucial second ODI between the Indian Men's Cricket team and Australia, where India aims to level the series, is scheduled to be played in which city? a) Perth b) Adelaide c) Navi Mumbai d) Fatorda Ans: b) Adelaide 2.Following a defeat in the first match, what is the context of the second ODI for the Indian Men's Cricket team against Australia? a) A warm-up game b) A virtual knockout match c) A dead rubber d) The series decider Ans: b) A virtual knockout match 3.Who is the coach of the Indian Women's Cricket team currently participating in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025? a) Rahul Dravid b) Amol Muzumdar c) Ravi Shastri d) Mithali Raj Ans: b) Amol Muzumdar 4.The Indian Women's team's match against New Zealand in Navi Mumbai is critical for what objective? a) Securing the top seed b) Avoiding relegation c) Qualifying for the semi-finals d) Winning the final Ans: c) Qualifying for the semi-finals 5.Rishabh Pant has been named captain of which team for an upcoming red-ball series against South Africa A? a) India Senior b) India U19 c) India A d) Delhi Capitals Ans: c) India A 6.FC Goa recently suffered a defeat against which Saudi Arabian club in the AFC Champions League 2? a) Al-Hilal b) Al-Ittihad c) Al-Nassr d) Al-Ahli Ans: c) Al-Nassr 7.The AFC Champions League 2 match between FC Goa and Al-Nassr was held in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Delhi c) Bengaluru d) Fatorda Ans: d) Fatorda 8.The Men's ODI series between India and Australia mentioned in the report consists of how many matches? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Five Ans: c) Three 9.Rishabh Pant is set to captain India A in a red-ball series against which national 'A' team? a) England A b) Australia A c) South Africa A d) New Zealand A Ans: c) South Africa A

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1.What is 'Nafithromycin,' recently developed in India? a) India's first indigenously developed vaccine for malaria b) India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic c) A new gene therapy for diabetes treatment d) A surgical robot ...

1.What is 'Nafithromycin,' recently developed in India? a) India's first indigenously developed vaccine for malaria b) India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic c) A new gene therapy for diabetes treatment d) A surgical robot for complex operations Ans: b) India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic 2.Nafithromycin, India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic, was developed through a collaboration between the Department of Biotechnology and which pharmaceutical firm? a) Cipla b) Dr. Reddy's Laboratories c) Wockhardt d) Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ans: c) Wockhardt 3.Which institution successfully conducted the indigenous clinical trial for gene therapy in hemophilia treatment, achieving significant correction rates? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Delhi b) Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER), Chandigarh c) Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore d) Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST), Thiruvananthapuram Ans: c) Christian Medical College (CMC), Vellore 4.The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has released draft amendments to the Information Technology Rules, 2021, primarily to regulate which of the following? a) E-commerce platforms' pricing policies b) Deepfakes and AI-generated content c) Data localization requirements for cloud services d) Cybersecurity protocols for government websites Ans: b) Deepfakes and AI-generated content 5.According to the proposed draft amendments by MeitY for regulating AI-generated content, what is the mandated minimum visual display or initial audio duration for disclaimers on such content? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 6.Which program, launched by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, aims to further India's push for AI-driven education and skilling? a) 'AI for All' b) 'Digital India AI' c) 'Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR)' d) 'FutureSkills Prime' Ans: c) 'Skilling for AI Readiness (SOAR)' 7.Which veteran space scientist, a close associate of Dr. Vikram Sarabhai and instrumental in selecting Thumba as India's first rocket launching site, recently passed away at the age of 100? a) Dr. Homi J. Bhabha b) Dr. Satish Dhawan c) Dr. Eknath Vasant Chitnis d) Dr. K. Kasturirangan Ans: c) Dr. Eknath Vasant Chitnis 8.A young scientist named Murchana Khusroo from Jorhat will lead an ISRO study on solar wind behavior using data from which mission? a) Chandrayaan-3 b) Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission) c) Gaganyaan d) Aditya-L1 Ans: d) Aditya-L1 9.India and the United Kingdom have launched the 'Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme.' This fellowship is named after which legendary Indian personality? a) C.V. Raman b) Srinivasa Ramanujan c) S. Chandrashekar d) Homi J. Bhabha Ans: b) Srinivasa Ramanujan 10.The 'Ramanujan Junior Researchers Programme' enables young Indian scientists to collaborate with leading British researchers at which institution? a) Imperial College London b) University of Cambridge c) London Institute for Mathematical Sciences (LIMS) d) Royal Society of London Ans: c) London Institute for Mathematical Sciences (LIMS) 11.India's renewable energy strategy is shifting its focus from mere capacity addition to which primary aspect? a) Exporting renewable energy technologies b) Ensuring system strength and stability c) Reducing the cost of solar panels d) Developing offshore wind farms exclusively Ans: b) Ensuring system strength and stability 12.Which organization has successfully developed critical technology for the production of high Residual Resistivity Ratio (RRR) Niobium ingots and sheets, vital for advanced accelerator programs? a) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) b) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) c) Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC) d) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Ans: c) Nuclear Fuel Complex (NFC) 13.Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized India's position as a confident leader shaping the future of global science. Which of the following best reflects India's commitment in this regard, as per the provided content? a) Exclusive focus on defense technology b) Commitment to self-reliance and global leadership in science and technology c) Prioritizing only space research d) Relying solely on international collaborations for scientific progress Ans: b) Commitment to self-reliance and global leadership in science and technology 14.The findings of India's successful indigenous clinical trial for hemophilia gene therapy were published in which prestigious medical journal? a) The Lancet b) Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) c) New England Journal of Medicine d) British Medical Journal (BMJ) Ans: c) New England Journal of Medicine 15.The primary objective behind MeitY's draft amendments to regulate deepfakes and AI-generated content is to combat which of the following? a) High data usage and internet addiction b) Misinformation, identity theft, and manipulation c) Monopoly of large tech companies d) Lack of local language content online Ans: b) Misinformation, identity theft, and manipulation 16.Indian astronomers aim to develop state-of-the-art prediction models for solar flares and coronal mass ejection (CME) arrival times on Earth within what timeframe? a) The next 2-3 years b) The next 5-7 years c) The next 10-15 years d) The next 20-25 years Ans: c) The next 10-15 years

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1.According to the Reserve Bank of India's October 2025 Bulletin, which of the following is NOT cited as a robust and durable macroeconomic fundamental contributing to India's economic resilience? a) Low inflation b) Healthy balance ...

1.According to the Reserve Bank of India's October 2025 Bulletin, which of the following is NOT cited as a robust and durable macroeconomic fundamental contributing to India's economic resilience? a) Low inflation b) Healthy balance sheets of banks and corporates c) Adequate foreign exchange reserves d) High fiscal deficit Ans: d) High fiscal deficit 2.What were the revised projections for India's real GDP growth and CPI inflation for FY2025-26, as per the RBI's October 2025 Monetary Policy Committee resolution? a) GDP 6.8%, CPI 2.6% b) GDP 7.2%, CPI 3.0% c) GDP 6.5%, CPI 2.8% d) GDP 7.0%, CPI 2.5% Ans: a) GDP 6.8%, CPI 2.6% 3.The Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT) reported a significant year-on-year growth in Diwali sales for 2025. What was this percentage growth? a) 15% b) 20% c) 25% d) 30% Ans: c) 25% 4.Which government initiative, alongside 'Swadeshi Diwali', was largely attributed to consumers' preference for Indian-made goods and a surge in Diwali 2025 sales? a) 'Make in India' b) 'Digital India' c) 'Vocal for Local' d) 'Skill India' Ans: c) 'Vocal for Local' 5.What percentage of surveyed traders linked higher Diwali 2025 sales to recently reduced Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates on daily-use items? a) 60% b) 72% c) 80% d) 90% Ans: b) 72% 6.During Diwali 2025 sales, what percentage of consumers showed a preference for Indian-made goods? a) 75% b) 80% c) 87% d) 92% Ans: c) 87% 7.Which sector accounted for the largest share of Diwali 2025 sales, as reported by CAIT? a) Gold and Jewellery b) Electronics c) Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) d) Apparel and Footwear Ans: c) Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) 8.By which year is India projected to surpass Germany and become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2026 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2032 Ans: c) 2030 9.Which of the following is NOT identified as a primary driver for India's projected economic boom and its ascent to become the third-largest global economy? a) Strong macroeconomic fundamentals b) Decreased consumer spending c) Favorable demographics d) Increased consumer spending in premium goods Ans: b) Decreased consumer spending 10.Private consumption is expected to contribute what percentage of India's economic growth, potentially making it the third-largest consumer market by 2026? a) 40% b) 50% c) 60% d) 70% Ans: c) 60% 11.When is India's economic dashboard, including major measures like GDP, retail inflation, and industrial output, scheduled for a significant overhaul? a) Late 2025 b) Early 2026 c) Mid-2026 d) Early 2027 Ans: b) Early 2026 12.What new type of economic index is set to debut in early 2026 to provide a more precise understanding of the country's growth drivers, specifically encompassing logistics and digital platforms? a) Agricultural Productivity Index b) Manufacturing Output Index c) Services Sector Index d) Infrastructure Development Index Ans: c) Services Sector Index 13.The Muhurat trading session on Tuesday, October 21, 2025, for Indian stock markets marked the beginning of which new Samvat year? a) Samvat 2081 b) Samvat 2082 c) Samvat 2083 d) Samvat 2084 Ans: b) Samvat 2082 14.What global economic challenge, besides trade tensions, was mentioned by the RBI as posing uncertainties despite India's economic resilience? a) Currency devaluation in emerging markets b) Rising protectionism in advanced economies c) Global energy crisis d) Supply chain disruptions Ans: b) Rising protectionism in advanced economies 15.By which year is India projected to become the world's third-largest consumer market? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2026

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1.What international body ordered Israel to permit UN aid into Gaza and meet civilians' basic needs amidst the ongoing conflict? a) United Nations Security Council b) International Criminal Court (ICC) c) International Court of Justi...

1.What international body ordered Israel to permit UN aid into Gaza and meet civilians' basic needs amidst the ongoing conflict? a) United Nations Security Council b) International Criminal Court (ICC) c) International Court of Justice (ICJ) d) World Health Organization (WHO) Ans: c) International Court of Justice (ICJ) 2.Which US official visited Israel and commented that the US-brokered ceasefire was 'going better than expected,' urging patience regarding Hamas' pace of returning hostages? a) Secretary of State Antony Blinken b) Vice President J.D. Vance c) National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan d) President Joe Biden Ans: b) Vice President J.D. Vance 3.Which missile system did Ukraine's military claim to use to strike a chemical plant in Russia's Bryansk region? a) Javelin missiles b) HIMARS rockets c) Storm Shadow missiles d) Patriot missiles Ans: c) Storm Shadow missiles 4.The United States Treasury Department sanctioned which two Russian energy companies for their lack of serious commitment to a peace process in the Ukraine war? a) Gazprom and Novatek b) Rosneft and Lukoil c) Surgutneftegas and Tatneft d) Transneft and Bashneft Ans: b) Rosneft and Lukoil 5.India recently elevated its Technical Mission in which city to a full-fledged Embassy, aiming for deeper bilateral ties? a) Islamabad b) Tehran c) Kabul d) Tashkent Ans: c) Kabul 6.North Korea fired a ballistic missile towards its eastern waters, an action that reportedly preceded which major international summit? a) G20 Summit b) ASEAN Summit c) Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit d) BRICS Summit Ans: c) Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) Summit 7.The critical minerals agreement signed between the United States and Australia aims to strengthen Western supply chain resilience and reduce the dominance of which country in critical minerals like lithium and rare earth elements? a) Russia b) China c) India d) Brazil Ans: b) China 8.What is the stated primary objective of the $8.5 billion critical minerals agreement between the United States and Australia? a) To establish a joint military base in the Pacific b) To develop new renewable energy technologies c) To strengthen Western supply chain resilience and reduce China's dominance in critical minerals d) To increase agricultural exports between the two nations Ans: c) To strengthen Western supply chain resilience and reduce China's dominance in critical minerals 9.The proposed long-awaited trade deal between India and the US is reportedly linking tariff reductions to what specific condition? a) Increased military cooperation b) Reduced Russian oil imports c) Greater access to Indian markets for US agricultural products d) Joint development of space technology Ans: b) Reduced Russian oil imports 10.Which Saudi firm signed a $5.4 billion oil and gas deal with Algeria for a 30-year project in the Illizi Basin? a) Saudi Aramco b) SABIC c) Midad Energy d) ACWA Power Ans: c) Midad Energy 11.Algeria launched a comprehensive $60 billion oil, gas, and hydrogen strategy spanning 2025-2029, focusing on boosting which aspects? a) Tourism and cultural exchange b) Upstream investment, refineries, and renewables c) Textile manufacturing and export d) Digital infrastructure development Ans: b) Upstream investment, refineries, and renewables 12.Which country's banks faced overwhelming withdrawal demands, leading its government to inject 11 billion dinars in new currency to ease a deepening cash crisis? a) Lebanon b) Egypt c) Libya d) Tunisia Ans: c) Libya 13.What is the name of the new AI-powered web browser launched by OpenAI, positioning itself to compete with existing browsers like Google Chrome? a) ChatGPT-Browser b) OpenAI Navigator c) ChatGPT-Atlas d) AI-Web Explore Ans: c) ChatGPT-Atlas 14.Which South American country's President Jose Jeri declared a state of emergency in its capital, Lima, to address surging violence? a) Colombia b) Ecuador c) Peru d) Chile Ans: c) Peru 15.Which Central American country recently passed an anti-gang law, designating gangs as terrorist groups? a) Honduras b) El Salvador c) Nicaragua d) Guatemala Ans: d) Guatemala

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October 23, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is a primary objective of the reported comprehensive trade agreement nearing finalization between India and the United States? a) Increasing military cooperation b) Reducing import tariffs c) Joint space exploration d) Cultura...

1.What is a primary objective of the reported comprehensive trade agreement nearing finalization between India and the United States? a) Increasing military cooperation b) Reducing import tariffs c) Joint space exploration d) Cultural exchange programs Ans: b) Reducing import tariffs 2.India recently upgraded its technical mission in which city to a full-fledged embassy, signaling deeper bilateral ties? a) Tehran b) Kabul c) Islamabad d) Colombo Ans: b) Kabul 3.Who is expected to represent India in person at the upcoming ASEAN summit in Malaysia, due to the Prime Minister's scheduling conflicts? a) Finance Minister b) External Affairs Minister c) Defence Minister d) Home Minister Ans: b) External Affairs Minister 4.President Droupadi Murmu recently made a historic visit to which iconic shrine, becoming the first woman President to offer prayers there? a) Tirupati Temple b) Vaishno Devi Temple c) Sabarimala Temple d) Kashi Vishwanath Temple Ans: c) Sabarimala Temple 5.Which national event, emphasizing gender equality and empowerment, was recently inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu? a) National Youth Festival b) National Women's Empowerment Summit c) International Yoga Day d) National Education Policy Conference Ans: b) National Women's Empowerment Summit 6.Olympic javelin throw gold medallist Neeraj Chopra was recently conferred with which honorary rank in the Indian Army? a) Major b) Colonel c) Lieutenant Colonel d) Brigadier Ans: c) Lieutenant Colonel 7.The Ministry of Civil Aviation recently celebrated the 9th anniversary of which Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS) aimed at boosting regional air travel? a) Bharatmala Pariyojana b) Sagarmala Programme c) UDAN Scheme d) PM Gati Shakti Ans: c) UDAN Scheme 8.What significant scientific breakthrough was announced by India, described as the country's first indigenously discovered antibiotic? a) Covaxin b) Nafithromycin c) Ayush-64 d) Remdesivir Ans: b) Nafithromycin 9.Which Indian city recently became the first to fully operationalize a Real-Time Flood Forecasting and Spatial Decision Support System (RTFF & SDSS)? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Chennai 10.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently mentioned "Operation Sindoor" in the context of India's strong stance against which internal security challenge? a) Cross-border terrorism b) Cybercrime c) Naxalism d) Illegal immigration Ans: c) Naxalism 11.Due to heavy rainfall, the floodgates of which two major reservoirs in Chennai were widened to manage water levels? a) Mettur and Bhavani b) Chembarambakkam and Poondi c) Krishnarajasagara and Almatti d) Hirakud and Rihand Ans: b) Chembarambakkam and Poondi

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October 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The Expanded UDAN Framework, planned to extend beyond April 2027, will primarily focus on improving connectivity in which regions? a) Metropolitan and Tier-1 cities b) Hilly, North-Eastern, and aspirational regions c) Coastal and i...

1.The Expanded UDAN Framework, planned to extend beyond April 2027, will primarily focus on improving connectivity in which regions? a) Metropolitan and Tier-1 cities b) Hilly, North-Eastern, and aspirational regions c) Coastal and island territories d) Industrial corridors and special economic zones Ans: b) Hilly, North-Eastern, and aspirational regions 2.Which special bidding round under the UDAN scheme was introduced specifically for seaplanes and helicopters? a) UDAN 4.0 b) UDAN 5.0 c) UDAN 5.5 d) UDAN 6.0 Ans: c) UDAN 5.5 3.From October 1, 2025, non-government subscribers under the National Pension System (NPS) gained the flexibility to invest up to 100% in which asset class? a) Corporate Bonds b) Government Securities c) Equity d) Alternative Investment Funds Ans: c) Equity 4.The Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act, implemented from October 1, 2025, permits which types of games while banning real-money games and betting applications? a) Casino games and lotteries b) E-sports and skill-based games c) Fantasy sports with monetary stakes d) Card games for entertainment Ans: b) E-sports and skill-based games 5.What new system did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduce for cheque clearing from October 1, 2025, replacing the previous batch processing? a) Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) b) National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) c) Continuous Cheque Clearing System d) Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) Ans: c) Continuous Cheque Clearing System 6.To enhance transaction security and mitigate fraud, which feature was discontinued by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) on UPI from October 1, 2025? a) UPI AutoPay b) Peer-to-peer collect request c) UPI Lite d) Scan & Pay Ans: b) Peer-to-peer collect request 7.As per new IRCTC ticket booking changes effective October 1, 2025, who is exclusively allowed to book general tickets during the first 15 minutes of reservation? a) Senior citizens b) Female passengers c) Aadhaar-verified users d) Premium Tatkal users Ans: c) Aadhaar-verified users 8.What was the repo rate announced by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee in its meeting from September 29 to October 1, 2025? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 9.In its October 2025 monetary policy update, what was India's revised GDP growth forecast for FY 2025-26, as projected by the RBI? a) 6.0% b) 6.2% c) 6.5% d) 6.8% Ans: d) 6.8% 10.The Central Government is set to launch the SMART-PDS initiative by December 2025. What is the primary objective of this initiative? a) To promote sustainable agricultural practices b) To provide smart cards for ration distribution c) To strengthen the technological backbone of the Public Distribution System (PDS) d) To digitize land records for farmers Ans: c) To strengthen the technological backbone of the Public Distribution System (PDS) 11.The universal supply of fortified rice under all central government schemes, including PMGKAY, ICDS, and PM-POSHAN, has been extended until which year? a) December 2026 b) December 2027 c) December 2028 d) December 2029 Ans: c) December 2028 12.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a component of the SMART-PDS initiative's focus areas? a) Food grain procurement b) Supply chain management c) Crop insurance claim processing d) Biometric-based grain distribution (e-KYC) Ans: c) Crop insurance claim processing 13.The UDAN scheme was launched on October 21, 2016. As of October 21, 2025, how many years has the scheme completed? a) 7 years b) 8 years c) 9 years d) 10 years Ans: c) 9 years 14.What is a mandatory requirement for bank customers concerning their locker agreements, effective from October 1, 2025, as per new RBI rules? a) To reduce the locker rental fees b) To update agreements with banks as per new RBI norms c) To link Aadhaar with locker accounts d) To provide biometric authentication for every locker access Ans: b) To update agreements with banks as per new RBI norms 15.As of October 2025, approximately how many portability transactions (inter-State and intra-State) have been successfully facilitated under the One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme? a) 91 crore b) 121 crore c) 191 crore d) 251 crore Ans: c) 191 crore

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October 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which sport was included for the first time in the 3rd Asian Youth Games, where India defeated Pakistan? a) Hockey b) Football c) Kabaddi d) Basketball Ans: c) Kabaddi 2.Who was the captain of the Indian Kabaddi team that ...

1.Which sport was included for the first time in the 3rd Asian Youth Games, where India defeated Pakistan? a) Hockey b) Football c) Kabaddi d) Basketball Ans: c) Kabaddi 2.Who was the captain of the Indian Kabaddi team that notably declined to shake hands with his Pakistani counterpart at the 3rd Asian Youth Games? a) Naveen Kumar b) Pardeep Narwal c) Deepak Hooda d) Ishant Rathee Ans: d) Ishant Rathee 3.Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen recently exited in the first round of which Super 750 badminton tournament? a) Denmark Open b) French Open c) All England Open d) Japan Open Ans: b) French Open 4.Against which country did India secure a victory in the Emerging T20 Asia Cup in Oman, maintaining its leading position in Group B? a) Pakistan b) Sri Lanka c) UAE d) Bangladesh Ans: c) UAE 5.Which Indian cricketer, who recently scored a maiden Test century, announced the birth of his baby boy? a) Yashasvi Jaiswal b) Sarfaraz Khan c) Shubman Gill d) Dhruv Jurel Ans: b) Sarfaraz Khan 6.Who is the Pakistani head of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) reportedly involved in the ongoing Asia Cup trophy handover dispute? a) Ehsan Mani b) Ramiz Raja c) Mohsin Naqvi d) Wasim Khan Ans: c) Mohsin Naqvi 7.The dispute over the Asia Cup trophy handover, involving the ACC and BCCI, is expected to be addressed during a meeting of which international cricketing body? a) Asian Cricket Council (ACC) b) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) c) International Cricket Council (ICC) d) Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) Ans: c) International Cricket Council (ICC) 8.The 4th South Asian (SAAF) Athletics Championship 2025 is scheduled to commence in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Ranchi c) Chennai d) Pune Ans: b) Ranchi 9.Lakshya Sen was defeated by Nhat Nguyen in the French Open Super 750. Nhat Nguyen represents which country? a) Malaysia b) Thailand c) Ireland d) England Ans: c) Ireland 10.India's victory over Pakistan at the 3rd Asian Youth Games in Kabaddi was by what scoreline? a) 60-35 b) 75-20 c) 81-26 d) 90-15 Ans: c) 81-26

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October 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which Indian city inaugurated the country's first comprehensive Real-Time Flood Forecast and Spatial Decision Support System (RTFF & SDSS)? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Chennai 2.The Real-Time Flood...

1.Which Indian city inaugurated the country's first comprehensive Real-Time Flood Forecast and Spatial Decision Support System (RTFF & SDSS)? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Chennai 2.The Real-Time Flood Forecast and Spatial Decision Support System (RTFF & SDSS) in Chennai received financial backing from which international organization? a) Asian Development Bank b) International Monetary Fund c) World Bank d) United Nations Development Programme Ans: c) World Bank 3.Which of the following river sub-basins is NOT explicitly mentioned as being monitored by Chennai's new RTFF & SDSS? a) Adyar b) Cooum c) Kosasthalaiyar d) Godavari Ans: d) Godavari 4.A recent study by Indian astronomers highlighted the critical role of supermassive black holes and cosmic jets in shaping which of the following phenomena? a) Formation of exoplanets b) Evolution of galaxies c) Origin of dark matter d) Expansion of the universe Ans: b) Evolution of galaxies 5.According to the study by Indian astronomers, how do supermassive black holes and cosmic jets primarily influence galaxy evolution? a) By accelerating star formation b) By creating new galaxies through fusion c) By expelling gas and halting star formation d) By absorbing dark energy from the galactic core Ans: c) By expelling gas and halting star formation 6.The Deep Tech Alliance, launched with an initial funding of US$1 billion focused on semiconductors, was announced during which event in India? a) India Tech Summit 2025 b) Global Electronics Expo c) Semicon India 2025 d) Make in India Conference Ans: c) Semicon India 2025 7.What is the primary objective of India's Semiconductor Mission (ISM), launched in 2022 with a budget of US$10 billion? a) To export finished electronic goods globally b) To develop the semiconductor ecosystem across the entire value chain c) To establish a monopoly in chip design software d) To reduce reliance on software imports exclusively Ans: b) To develop the semiconductor ecosystem across the entire value chain 8.Which existing policy supports India's broader direction of achieving self-reliance in the electronics sector, alongside the India Semiconductor Mission? a) National Education Policy 2020 b) National Policy on Electronics 2019 c) National Health Policy 2017 d) National Agriculture Policy 2000 Ans: b) National Policy on Electronics 2019 9.Which of the following companies is developing an ATP (Assembly, Testing, and Packaging) facility in Assam as part of India's semiconductor manufacturing push? a) Micron Technologies b) HCL c) Foxconn d) Tata Electronics Ans: d) Tata Electronics 10.A joint venture between HCL and Foxconn is establishing a semiconductor production facility in which Indian state? a) Assam b) Gujarat c) Uttar Pradesh d) Karnataka Ans: c) Uttar Pradesh 11.Students from which university developed a three-phase plan to address food security challenges in India, focusing on storage, middlemen, and farmer empowerment? a) Stanford University b) Arizona State University c) Massachusetts Institute of Technology d) University of Cambridge Ans: b) Arizona State University 12.One of the critical issues identified by the ASU students' research regarding India's food security was related to: a) Excessive export of food grains leading to domestic shortages b) A significant disparity between grain production and storage capacity c) The complete absence of cold storage facilities for perishable goods d) Over-reliance on a single crop for national food security Ans: b) A significant disparity between grain production and storage capacity 13.To bridge demand gaps and promote sustainable practices in India, the ASU students' proposed solutions include incentivizing farmers to cultivate more of which types of crops? a) Wheat, rice, and maize b) Sugarcane and cotton c) Lentils, beans, and chickpeas d) Oilseeds and spices Ans: c) Lentils, beans, and chickpeas

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October 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to the RBI's October Bulletin, which of the following is NOT listed as a key macroeconomic fundamental contributing to India's economic resilience? a) Low inflation b) Robust balance sheets of banks and corporates c) Sign...

1.According to the RBI's October Bulletin, which of the following is NOT listed as a key macroeconomic fundamental contributing to India's economic resilience? a) Low inflation b) Robust balance sheets of banks and corporates c) Significant government subsidies for all sectors d) Adequate foreign exchange reserves Ans: c) Significant government subsidies for all sectors 2.Who is mentioned as the RBI Governor, noting that moderation in CPI inflation provides leeway for monetary policy to support growth? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Raghuram Rajan c) Sanjay Malhotra d) Urjit Patel Ans: c) Sanjay Malhotra 3.Which international organization revised India's GDP growth forecast for 2025 upwards by 40 basis points to 6.7%? a) International Monetary Fund (IMF) b) World Bank c) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) d) Asian Development Bank (ADB) Ans: c) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) 4.What concerning trend did the RBI bulletin highlight regarding India's Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Initial Public Offering (IPO) market? a) A lack of investor interest in SME IPOs. b) Sharp listing gains often followed by negative returns within a short period. c) Excessive regulatory hurdles preventing new SME IPOs. d) Inability of SMEs to raise capital due to poor market sentiment. Ans: b) Sharp listing gains often followed by negative returns within a short period. 5.Which regulatory body has initiated measures to restore stability in the SME IPO segment due to concerns over post-listing performance and overvaluation? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Ministry of Finance c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) d) National Stock Exchange (NSE) Ans: c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) 6.India's global ranking in services exports is now: a) Third b) Fifth c) Seventh d) Tenth Ans: c) Seventh 7.Which two factors are primarily fueling India's rapid surge to become a global leader in services exports? a) Agricultural output and pharmaceutical exports b) Technology sector and Global Capability Centres (GCCs) c) Manufacturing sector and traditional handicrafts d) Mineral extraction and oil refining Ans: b) Technology sector and Global Capability Centres (GCCs) 8.Approximately what percentage of India's GDP is contributed by the Information Technology sector? a) 2.5% b) 5.0% c) 7.5% d) 10.0% Ans: c) 7.5% 9.India hosts the world's largest Global Capability Centre (GCC) ecosystem. Approximately how many active GCCs are there in India? a) Around 500 b) Around 1,000 c) Around 1,850 d) Around 2,500 Ans: c) Around 1,850 10.What strategy is India implementing to mitigate the significant decline in exports to the US following the imposition of tariffs? a) Increasing domestic consumption to offset export losses. b) Imposing retaliatory tariffs on US goods. c) Diversifying its export markets and striking trade deals with various countries. d) Seeking arbitration through the World Trade Organization (WTO). Ans: c) Diversifying its export markets and striking trade deals with various countries. 11.Which two categories of exports, mentioned in the text, showed robust growth reflecting successful diversification of export destinations? a) Textile exports and agricultural commodities b) Electronic exports and marine product exports c) Automotive components and pharmaceutical products d) Gems and jewellery, and petroleum products Ans: b) Electronic exports and marine product exports 12.During the Diwali 2025 festive season, what percentage of total retail sales was contributed by rural and semi-urban regions? a) Nearly 15% b) Nearly 28% c) Nearly 40% d) Nearly 50% Ans: b) Nearly 28% 13.India faces a potential increase in specialty fertilizer prices due to the suspension of exports by which country? a) Russia b) China c) United States d) Canada Ans: b) China 14.What is the approximate percentage of India's specialty fertilizer imports that come from China? a) About 50% b) About 75% c) About 95% d) About 100% Ans: c) About 95% 15.India has surpassed what cumulative investment commitment in Artificial Intelligence? a) $5 billion b) $10 billion c) $20 billion d) $50 billion Ans: c) $20 billion 16.The headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation moderated sharply in September, reaching its lowest reading since which year? a) June 2015 b) June 2016 c) June 2017 d) June 2018 Ans: c) June 2017 17.What was India's global market share in services exports when it ranked as the seventh-largest global services exporter? a) 2.1% b) 3.5% c) 4.3% d) 5.0% Ans: c) 4.3%

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October 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Who has been elected as Japan's first female Prime Minister? a) Yuriko Koike b) Sanae Takaichi c) Seiko Noda d) Tomomi Inada Ans: b) Sanae Takaichi 2.What is the historical significance of Sanae Takaichi's election in Japa...

1.Who has been elected as Japan's first female Prime Minister? a) Yuriko Koike b) Sanae Takaichi c) Seiko Noda d) Tomomi Inada Ans: b) Sanae Takaichi 2.What is the historical significance of Sanae Takaichi's election in Japan? a) She is the youngest Prime Minister in Japan's history. b) It marks a new era of economic isolation for Japan. c) She is the first female Prime Minister of the nation. d) It signifies Japan's withdrawal from international agreements. Ans: c) She is the first female Prime Minister of the nation. 3.In which world-renowned museum did a significant jewel heist recently occur, leading to increased security scrutiny? a) The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York b) The British Museum, London c) The Louvre Museum, Paris d) The Hermitage Museum, St. Petersburg Ans: c) The Louvre Museum, Paris 4.Which two world leaders had a highly anticipated summit cancelled amidst diplomatic tensions, reportedly planned for Budapest? a) Joe Biden and Xi Jinping b) Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel c) Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin d) Justin Trudeau and Boris Johnson Ans: c) Donald Trump and Vladimir Putin 5.What reason did President Trump cite for cancelling the summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin? a) Scheduling conflicts b) A 'waste of time' c) Health concerns d) Lack of mutual interest Ans: b) A 'waste of time' 6.Which former French President recently commenced a jail term following a conviction in a campaign funding case? a) Jacques Chirac b) François Hollande c) Nicolas Sarkozy d) Valéry Giscard d'Estaing Ans: c) Nicolas Sarkozy 7.The imprisonment of former French President Nicolas Sarkozy highlights what principle in France? a) The abolition of presidential pardons. b) The growing leniency towards political figures. c) The ongoing legal accountability for high-profile political figures. d) A shift towards monarchical rule. Ans: c) The ongoing legal accountability for high-profile political figures. 8.In which country did the military recently conduct a large-scale raid on a major cybercrime center, detaining thousands of individuals? a) Thailand b) Vietnam c) Myanmar d) Cambodia Ans: c) Myanmar 9.What was the primary objective of the Myanmar military's operation against the cybercrime center? a) To recruit new soldiers. b) To combat online crime within the country. c) To seize political dissidents. d) To establish new internet infrastructure. Ans: b) To combat online crime within the country. 10.In the context of Middle East tensions, which two entities were involved in the recent exchange of hostage remains via the Red Cross? a) Israel and the Palestinian Authority b) Hamas and the United Nations c) Israel and Hamas d) Egypt and Jordan Ans: c) Israel and Hamas 11.South Korea's military reported that which country fired an 'unidentified' ballistic missile towards its eastern waters? a) China b) Russia c) North Korea d) Japan Ans: c) North Korea 12.What is a potential implication of North Korea's recent ballistic missile launch, as reported by South Korea? a) A new economic cooperation agreement. b) A reduction in regional military exercises. c) An escalation of regional tensions. d) The opening of new diplomatic channels. Ans: c) An escalation of regional tensions.

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1.The significant decline in air quality in Delhi immediately after the Diwali festivities is primarily attributed to which factor mentioned in the report? a) Agricultural stubble burning b) Industrial emissions c) Vehicular pollutio...

1.The significant decline in air quality in Delhi immediately after the Diwali festivities is primarily attributed to which factor mentioned in the report? a) Agricultural stubble burning b) Industrial emissions c) Vehicular pollution d) Fireworks Ans: d) Fireworks 2.Into which categories did Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) plunge post-Diwali, as reported? a) Moderate and Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups b) Satisfactory and Good c) Red Zone and Hazardous d) Very Poor and Severe Ans: c) Red Zone and Hazardous 3.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently extended congratulations to the newly appointed Prime Minister of which country, emphasizing the importance of bilateral ties for Indo-Pacific stability? a) South Korea b) Australia c) Japan d) Vietnam Ans: c) Japan 4.India recently undertook a significant diplomatic shift in Afghanistan by upgrading its technical mission in Kabul. What was it upgraded to? a) A Consulate General b) An Embassy c) A Liaison Office d) A Special Representative Office Ans: b) An Embassy 5.The upgrade of India's technical mission in Kabul to an Embassy signifies what in India's diplomatic approach towards Afghanistan? a) Withdrawal of diplomatic staff b) Reduced engagement with the current administration c) A notable shift reflecting evolving geopolitical dynamics and potential renewed engagement d) Focus on humanitarian aid only Ans: c) A notable shift reflecting evolving geopolitical dynamics and potential renewed engagement 6.Which distinguished SOAS scholar, known for her extensive work on Hindi literature, was recently denied entry into India and sent back to London? a) Martha Nussbaum b) Wendy Doniger c) Francesca Orsini d) Audrey Truschke Ans: c) Francesca Orsini 7.Francesca Orsini, whose entry into India was recently denied, is primarily recognized for her contributions to which academic field? a) Sanskrit linguistics b) Indian classical music c) Hindi literature d) Ancient Indian history Ans: c) Hindi literature 8.The incident involving Francesca Orsini sparked discussions primarily concerning which two key issues? a) International travel restrictions and academic misconduct b) Academic freedom and visa policies c) Literary criticism and cultural exchange d) Airport security and diplomatic protocols Ans: b) Academic freedom and visa policies 9.Political strategist Prashant Kishor alleged intimidation by the top BJP leadership against candidates from his Jan Suraaj Party in the context of which state's upcoming elections? a) Uttar Pradesh b) West Bengal c) Bihar d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Bihar 10.Which Indian state recently experienced heavy rainfall and waterlogging, leading to flood alerts in cities like Chennai and Thoothukudi? a) Kerala b) Andhra Pradesh c) Karnataka d) Tamil Nadu Ans: d) Tamil Nadu 11.A freight train derailment, disrupting traffic on the crucial Delhi-Mumbai route, recently occurred in which Indian state? a) Madhya Pradesh b) Haryana c) Uttar Pradesh d) Gujarat Ans: c) Uttar Pradesh 12.The freight train derailment that disrupted the Delhi-Mumbai route took place in which city of Uttar Pradesh? a) Agra b) Mathura c) Kanpur d) Ghaziabad Ans: b) Mathura

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1.What is India's target year for achieving net-zero emissions, according to the newly drafted government plan? a) 2030 b) 2045 c) 2050 d) 2070 Ans: d) 2070 2.Approximately how much financial investment is estimated for Indi...

1.What is India's target year for achieving net-zero emissions, according to the newly drafted government plan? a) 2030 b) 2045 c) 2050 d) 2070 Ans: d) 2070 2.Approximately how much financial investment is estimated for India to achieve its net-zero emissions target by 2070? a) $5 trillion b) $10 trillion c) $21 trillion d) $50 trillion Ans: c) $21 trillion 3.According to the updated scenario in the draft plan, by which year does India intend to reach its peak emissions? a) 2035 b) 2040 c) 2045 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2045 4.Which government body formulated the draft plan outlining India's strategy to achieve net-zero emissions and integrate low-carbon solutions? a) Ministry of Finance b) Niti Aayog c) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change d) Reserve Bank of India Ans: b) Niti Aayog 5.How much earlier does India intend to reach its peak emissions compared to its current projected trajectory, as per the draft plan? a) Five years b) Seven years c) Ten years d) Fifteen years Ans: c) Ten years 6.What is a primary objective of India's comprehensive plan regarding climate objectives and economic growth? a) To prioritize economic growth over climate objectives b) To solely focus on industrial expansion c) To align climate objectives with economic growth aspirations d) To reduce reliance on international funding for climate initiatives Ans: c) To align climate objectives with economic growth aspirations 7.The draft plan envisions what type of solutions for a substantial portion of India's upcoming residential and industrial infrastructure? a) High-carbon intensive b) Fossil fuel-dependent c) Low-carbon d) Traditional energy-based Ans: c) Low-carbon 8.The urgency for India's accelerated climate timeline is partly attributed to increased instances of which environmental phenomena? a) Earthquakes and tsunamis b) Volcanic eruptions and droughts c) Deadly floods and heatwaves d) Forest fires and sandstorms Ans: c) Deadly floods and heatwaves

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1.Which Indian city has been recommended as the proposed host for the Commonwealth Games 2030? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 2.The recommendation of Ahmedabad as the host for the 2030 Com...

1.Which Indian city has been recommended as the proposed host for the Commonwealth Games 2030? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 2.The recommendation of Ahmedabad as the host for the 2030 Commonwealth Games is seen as a significant step for India's ambition to potentially host which major international event? a) FIFA World Cup 2034 b) Olympic Games 2036 c) Asian Games 2038 d) ICC Cricket World Cup 2031 Ans: b) Olympic Games 2036 3.Zoravar Singh Sandhu recently won a bronze medal for India in which event at the ISSF Shotgun World Championship 2025? a) Men's 10m Air Rifle b) Men's Trap c) Men's Skeet d) Men's 50m Pistol Ans: b) Men's Trap 4.Esha Singh clinched a gold medal for India in which event at the ISSF World Cup Ningbo? a) Women's 25m Rapid Fire Pistol b) Women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions c) Women's Air Pistol d) Women's Trap Ans: c) Women's Air Pistol 5.At the National Junior Athletics Championships, who broke Neeraj Chopra's record? a) Nishchay b) Arjun Pradeep c) Himanshu Jakhar d) Smriti Mandhana Ans: c) Himanshu Jakhar 6.Who set a new meet record in the U18 discus throw at the National Junior Athletics Championships? a) Himanshu Jakhar b) Nishchay c) Arjun Pradeep d) Lakshya Sen Ans: b) Nishchay 7.Arjun Pradeep secured a gold medal with a new meet record in the 400m hurdles at which event? a) National Junior Athletics Championships b) Indian Open U23 Athletics c) Asian Youth Games d) Commonwealth Games Ans: b) Indian Open U23 Athletics 8.Who secured a silver medal as runner-up in the girls' singles final at the Junior Badminton World Championship? a) Anmol Kharb b) Tanvi Sharma c) Esha Singh d) Smriti Mandhana Ans: b) Tanvi Sharma 9.India recently won two medals (silver and bronze) in which sport at the Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain? a) Taekwondo b) Judo c) Kurash d) Wrestling Ans: c) Kurash 10.In the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, India lost to which team by a narrow margin of four runs? a) New Zealand b) Sri Lanka c) England d) Bangladesh Ans: c) England 11.Which two Indian cricketers built a crucial 125-run partnership in the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 match against England? a) Harmanpreet Kaur and Shafali Verma b) Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues c) Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur d) Renuka Singh and Deepti Sharma Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur

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1.Which ISRO mission made the first direct observation of the effects of Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) from the Sun on the Moon's exosphere? a) Chandrayaan-1 b) Mangalyaan c) Chandrayaan-2 d) Aditya-L1 Ans: c) Chandrayaan-2 ...

1.Which ISRO mission made the first direct observation of the effects of Coronal Mass Ejections (CMEs) from the Sun on the Moon's exosphere? a) Chandrayaan-1 b) Mangalyaan c) Chandrayaan-2 d) Aditya-L1 Ans: c) Chandrayaan-2 2.What instrument on ISRO's Chandrayaan-2 lunar orbiter was used to detect the solar impact on the Moon's exosphere? a) IIRS b) CHACE-2 c) CLASS d) OSIRIS Ans: b) CHACE-2 3.What significant observation did Chandrayaan-2 make regarding the Moon's dayside exosphere during a rare solar event on May 10, 2024? a) A decrease in temperature b) A significant increase in total pressure c) A change in magnetic field d) An increase in solar wind velocity Ans: b) A significant increase in total pressure 4.India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic, Nafithromycin, was developed through a collaboration between the Department of Biotechnology and which private pharma company? a) Cipla b) Dr. Reddy's Laboratories c) Wockhardt d) Sun Pharma Ans: c) Wockhardt 5.For which type of infections is the indigenously discovered antibiotic Nafithromycin primarily designed to combat? a) Urinary tract infections b) Skin infections c) Resistant respiratory infections d) Gastrointestinal infections Ans: c) Resistant respiratory infections 6.Besides the development of Nafithromycin, what other significant medical breakthrough in gene therapy was highlighted in India? a) First indigenous clinical trial for Alzheimer's b) First indigenous clinical trial for Hemophilia c) First indigenous clinical trial for Parkinson's d) First indigenous clinical trial for Cystic Fibrosis Ans: b) First indigenous clinical trial for Hemophilia 7.Google announced a substantial investment to establish its largest AI and data infrastructure hub outside the United States in which Indian city? a) Hyderabad b) Bengaluru c) Visakhapatnam d) Chennai Ans: c) Visakhapatnam 8.Which telecom giant is partnering with Google to bolster India's AI and cloud services as part of Google's $15 billion investment? a) Reliance Jio b) Vodafone Idea c) Airtel d) BSNL Ans: c) Airtel 9.Under which mission was the National AI Ecosystem for Financial Inclusion launched by the Indian government? a) Digital India Mission b) Make in India Mission c) IndiaAI Mission d) Skill India Mission Ans: c) IndiaAI Mission 10.What is the full form of SITAA, the new portal introduced by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)? a) Scheme for Information Technology and Aadhaar b) Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar c) System for Integrated Technology and Aadhaar Applications d) Strategic Initiative for Technological Advancement with Aadhaar Ans: b) Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar 11.Tata Technologies has partnered with which global provider of engineering software to accelerate the development and testing of Software-Defined Vehicles (SDVs)? a) Autodesk b) Dassault Systèmes c) Synopsys d) Siemens PLM Software Ans: c) Synopsys 12.What primary technology will the Tata Technologies-Synopsys partnership leverage to help automakers validate vehicle electronics early in the design process? a) Quantum computing b) Blockchain technology c) Digital twin and simulation d) Augmented reality Ans: c) Digital twin and simulation 13.Which US-based enterprise cloud software firm is expanding its R&D footprint in India, making it the company's largest R&D hub globally? a) Salesforce b) Oracle c) Nutanix d) VMware Ans: c) Nutanix 14.Which two Indian cities are evolving into strategic innovation powerhouses for Nutanix's expanded R&D operations? a) Hyderabad and Chennai b) Mumbai and Delhi c) Bengaluru and Pune d) Ahmedabad and Kolkata Ans: c) Bengaluru and Pune 15.Shimadzu Asia Pacific plans to open its first analytical factory in India, which will also be its first in the Asia Pacific region to produce mass spectrometers (MS). In which city will this factory be located? a) Hyderabad b) Chennai c) Bengaluru d) Pune Ans: c) Bengaluru

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1.According to the Reserve Bank of India's October Bulletin, what are the primary domestic drivers contributing to India's economic resilience? a) Increased foreign direct investment and government subsidies. b) Revival in urban dema...

1.According to the Reserve Bank of India's October Bulletin, what are the primary domestic drivers contributing to India's economic resilience? a) Increased foreign direct investment and government subsidies. b) Revival in urban demand, robust rural consumption, and a positive agricultural outlook. c) Higher exports of goods and reduced imports. d) Decreased government spending and privatization of public sector undertakings. Ans: b) Revival in urban demand, robust rural consumption, and a positive agricultural outlook. 2.Which factor is primarily credited for the moderation of headline Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation in September, as per the RBI report? a) Increase in fuel prices. b) Deflation in food prices. c) Higher interest rates by the central bank. d) Decline in manufacturing output. Ans: b) Deflation in food prices. 3.What has been the trend in India's GDP growth forecasts for 2025 by international organizations like the IMF, OECD, and the World Bank? a) They have been revised downwards. b) They have remained unchanged. c) They have been revised upwards. d) They have been withdrawn due to global uncertainties. Ans: c) They have been revised upwards. 4.Which of the following factors contributed to the depreciation of the Indian Rupee against the US dollar in September, as mentioned in the content? a) Reduced trade tensions and increased FPI inflows. b) Elevated trade tensions, global uncertainties, and persistent FPI outflows. c) Strong domestic demand and stable crude oil prices. d) Higher foreign exchange reserves and robust export growth. Ans: b) Elevated trade tensions, global uncertainties, and persistent FPI outflows. 5.What is the significance of 'Muhurat trading' in the context of Indian financial markets, as mentioned in the text? a) It's a special session for closing the financial year. b) It marks the auspicious beginning of the Hindu financial year. c) It's a session dedicated to trading in commodities only. d) It's a mandatory session for all listed companies to declare earnings. Ans: b) It marks the auspicious beginning of the Hindu financial year. 6.How has India's services exports growth compared to goods exports, according to the provided information? a) Services exports have significantly lagged behind goods exports. b) Services exports have grown at a similar rate to goods exports. c) Services exports have significantly outpaced goods exports. d) Services exports have declined while goods exports have increased. Ans: c) Services exports have significantly outpaced goods exports. 7.What impact are domestic structural reforms having on India's economy, as stated in the RBI report? a) They are exacerbating the drag from weakening external demand conditions. b) They are largely ineffective in the current global economic climate. c) They are playing a vital role in offsetting the drag from weakening external demand conditions. d) They are primarily focused on boosting imports rather than exports. Ans: c) They are playing a vital role in offsetting the drag from weakening external demand conditions. 8.When does net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) turn negative, as indicated by the situation described for August? a) When gross inward FDI increases significantly. b) When there is increased repatriation of funds. c) When domestic investments exceed foreign investments. d) When the government imposes restrictions on foreign capital. Ans: b) When there is increased repatriation of funds.

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1.The recent massive Amazon AWS outage highlighted which critical aspect of modern internet infrastructure? a) The dominance of single cloud providers in the e-commerce sector b) The internet's vulnerable infrastructure and critical ...

1.The recent massive Amazon AWS outage highlighted which critical aspect of modern internet infrastructure? a) The dominance of single cloud providers in the e-commerce sector b) The internet's vulnerable infrastructure and critical reliance on cloud service providers c) The urgent need for government regulation of internet service providers d) The growing trend of on-premise data centers over cloud solutions Ans: b) The internet's vulnerable infrastructure and critical reliance on cloud service providers 2.Which iconic museum was recently targeted in a 'professional' heist, resulting in the theft of priceless jewels? a) The British Museum in London b) The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York c) The Louvre Museum in Paris d) The Uffizi Gallery in Florence Ans: c) The Louvre Museum in Paris 3.From which specific gallery within the Louvre Museum were priceless jewels stolen? a) Denon Wing b) Sully Wing c) Richelieu Wing d) Galerie d'Apollon Ans: d) Galerie d'Apollon 4.What was Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stated intention regarding Hamas and Gaza following the recent ceasefire challenges? a) To negotiate a permanent power-sharing agreement with Hamas b) To disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza c) To establish a joint Israeli-Palestinian security force d) To withdraw all Israeli forces from the region immediately Ans: b) To disarm Hamas and demilitarize Gaza 5.Which country is reportedly making efforts to strengthen the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Gaza? a) Russia b) China c) The United States d) The United Nations Ans: c) The United States 6.Diplomatic tensions escalated between the United States and Colombia after President Donald Trump reportedly made what kind of remarks? a) Praising Colombia's economic growth and stability b) Threatening tariffs and referring to the Colombian president as a 'drug leader' c) Announcing new trade agreements beneficial to both nations d) Criticizing Colombia's environmental policies Ans: b) Threatening tariffs and referring to the Colombian president as a 'drug leader' 7.What action did Colombia take in response to reported comments by Donald Trump that strained diplomatic relations with the US? a) Imposed new tariffs on US goods b) Recalled its ambassador to the US c) Issued a formal apology to the US d) Sent a delegation to Washington for immediate talks Ans: b) Recalled its ambassador to the US 8.What significant policy decision did the EU's Energy Council recently adopt regarding Russian energy? a) A proposal to increase Russian gas imports b) A proposal to ban imports of Russian gas into the bloc c) A new agreement to stabilize Russian gas prices d) A plan to jointly invest in Russian gas infrastructure Ans: b) A proposal to ban imports of Russian gas into the bloc 9.Under the new EU measure, by what date are ongoing contracts for Russian gas imports set to cease? a) January 2026 b) June 17, 2026 c) December 2025 d) July 1, 2027 Ans: b) June 17, 2026 10.Which EU member state opposed a broader 19th package of sanctions against Russia, despite the approval of a ban on Russian gas imports? a) Germany b) France c) Hungary d) Poland Ans: c) Hungary 11.What event was cited as a major contributor to the significant deterioration of Delhi's air quality on October 20, 2025? a) Industrial pollution from nearby factories b) Deepavali celebrations and fireworks c) A severe dust storm originating from the desert d) Increased vehicular traffic due to a major festival Ans: b) Deepavali celebrations and fireworks 12.What was the general air quality status recorded in Delhi following the Deepavali celebrations, with most monitoring stations falling into the 'red zone'? a) Good to Satisfactory b) Moderate to Poor c) Very Poor to Severe d) Hazardous to Extremely Hazardous Ans: c) Very Poor to Severe

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1.What organization enforced Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR following the severe air pollution after Diwali 2025? a) Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) b) National Green Tribunal (NGT) c) Commissi...

1.What organization enforced Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in Delhi-NCR following the severe air pollution after Diwali 2025? a) Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) b) National Green Tribunal (NGT) c) Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) d) Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) Ans: c) Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) 2.Which stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) was enforced in Delhi-NCR following the significant plunge in air quality post-Diwali 2025? a) Stage I b) Stage II c) Stage III d) Stage IV Ans: b) Stage II 3.What was a primary reason cited for the sharp decline in India's exports to the United States in September 2025? a) A global economic recession b) Increased competition from other Asian economies c) The US imposing 50% tariffs on a majority of Indian goods d) A decrease in demand for Indian textiles and jewellery Ans: c) The US imposing 50% tariffs on a majority of Indian goods 4.Which former US President issued a warning to India about 'massive tariffs' if it continues to purchase Russian oil? a) Barack Obama b) George W. Bush c) Donald Trump d) Joe Biden Ans: c) Donald Trump 5.Which two key sectors of Indian exports were specifically mentioned as being severely impacted by the US tariffs? a) Pharmaceuticals and IT services b) Automotive and agricultural products c) Textiles and gems & jewellery d) Software and electronics Ans: c) Textiles and gems & jewellery 6.The Supreme Court of India recently quashed a high-profile religious conversion case against officials of which university in Uttar Pradesh? a) Aligarh Muslim University b) Banaras Hindu University c) Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS) d) University of Allahabad Ans: c) Sam Higginbottom University of Agriculture, Technology and Sciences (SHUATS) 7.On what primary grounds did the Supreme Court quash the religious conversion case against the SHUATS officials? a) Lack of jurisdiction b) Political interference c) No credible evidence and procedural deficiencies d) Settlement between parties Ans: c) No credible evidence and procedural deficiencies 8.Which state did President Droupadi Murmu visit for a four-day official tour starting October 21st, involving visits to a revered temple and centenary celebrations? a) Tamil Nadu b) Karnataka c) Andhra Pradesh d) Kerala Ans: d) Kerala 9.During her official visit to Kerala, President Droupadi Murmu was scheduled to unveil a statue of which former Indian President at the Raj Bhavan? a) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam b) Pranab Mukherjee c) K.R. Narayanan d) R. Venkataraman Ans: c) K.R. Narayanan 10.Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Diwali with the Armed Forces aboard which Indigenous Aircraft Carrier? a) INS Vikramaditya b) INS Viraat c) INS Vikrant d) INS Arihant Ans: c) INS Vikrant 11.During his Diwali address aboard INS Vikrant, PM Modi commended the exceptional coordination among the three services for which operation that led to Pakistan's surrender? a) Operation Vijay b) Operation Meghdoot c) Operation Sindoor d) Operation Cactus Ans: c) Operation Sindoor 12.What significant internal security achievement did PM Modi highlight during his Diwali address, crediting the valor of the security forces? a) Eradicating cross-border infiltration b) Eliminating Maoist terrorism c) Containing insurgency in the North-East d) Strengthening coastal security Ans: b) Eliminating Maoist terrorism

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1.Which Indian state has unveiled a draft bill aimed at regulating domestic work and extending social security and welfare measures to domestic workers? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Kerala c) Karnataka d) Bihar Ans: c) Karnataka 2...

1.Which Indian state has unveiled a draft bill aimed at regulating domestic work and extending social security and welfare measures to domestic workers? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Kerala c) Karnataka d) Bihar Ans: c) Karnataka 2.The 'Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana', which provides seed capital for self-employment to women, has been launched by which state government? a) Karnataka b) Himachal Pradesh c) Bihar d) Kerala Ans: c) Bihar 3.What is the initial seed capital provided to women under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana for self-employment? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹10,000 c) ₹25,000 d) ₹50,000 Ans: b) ₹10,000 4.Which state recently announced its decision to join the Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) scheme to secure central funds for upgrading schools? a) Karnataka b) Himachal Pradesh c) Kerala d) Bihar Ans: c) Kerala 5.Who inaugurated the National Cyber Safety Mission 2025, which aims to promote digital awareness and cybersecurity education across schools and colleges? a) Education Minister b) Home Minister c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) NITI Aayog Chairperson Ans: c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi 6.What is the primary objective of the National Cyber Safety Mission 2025? a) To provide free internet access nationwide b) To promote digital awareness and cybersecurity education c) To develop new cyber warfare technologies d) To regulate online content for minors Ans: b) To promote digital awareness and cybersecurity education 7.Which institution introduced the 'Green Future Index' initiative to evaluate states based on their performance in sustainability, renewable energy utilization, and climate initiatives? a) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change b) Reserve Bank of India c) NITI Aayog d) Planning Commission Ans: c) NITI Aayog 8.The GST 2.0 reforms, rolled out on September 22, have been attributed to which of the following positive outcomes? a) Decrease in foreign investments b) Sharp jump in sales and reduced prices for daily-use items c) Increase in import duties d) Reduction in government spending Ans: b) Sharp jump in sales and reduced prices for daily-use items 9.Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced new welfare schemes specifically designed for which vulnerable group? a) Senior citizens b) Unemployed youth c) Orphans and vulnerable children d) Migrant workers Ans: c) Orphans and vulnerable children 10.What was Prime Minister Narendra Modi's appeal to citizens for the festive season, as mentioned in the current affairs content? a) To travel more within the country b) To invest in government bonds c) To celebrate by purchasing Indian products d) To donate to national welfare funds Ans: c) To celebrate by purchasing Indian products 11.The Draft Karnataka Domestic Workers (Social Security and Welfare) Bill 2025 is currently open for which stage of public engagement? a) Legislative debate b) Public feedback c) Judicial review d) International consultation Ans: b) Public feedback

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1.In which tournament did the Indian women's cricket team suffer a third consecutive loss against England, placing their semi-final qualification in a precarious position? a) Women's Asia Cup b) ICC T20 World Cup c) Women's World Cup...

1.In which tournament did the Indian women's cricket team suffer a third consecutive loss against England, placing their semi-final qualification in a precarious position? a) Women's Asia Cup b) ICC T20 World Cup c) Women's World Cup 2025 d) Commonwealth Games Cricket Ans: c) Women's World Cup 2025 2.Which English captain scored a century in her 300th international appearance against India in the Women's World Cup 2025? a) Sarah Taylor b) Heather Knight c) Katherine Brunt d) Natalie Sciver-Brunt Ans: b) Heather Knight 3.According to Harmanpreet Kaur, whose wicket was highlighted as a turning point in India's defeat against England in the Women's World Cup 2025? a) Deepti Sharma b) Richa Ghosh c) Smriti Mandhana d) Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana 4.Who made his debut as the ODI captain for India in the match against Australia where the team suffered a seven-wicket defeat? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 5.Which former cricketer suggested that Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli might consider playing domestic cricket for better match practice, drawing parallels to MS Dhoni's approach? a) Sachin Tendulkar b) Rahul Dravid c) Sunil Gavaskar d) Kapil Dev Ans: c) Sunil Gavaskar 6.Which Indian player made his ODI debut alongside Shubman Gill's captaincy debut in the match against Australia? a) Ishan Kishan b) Suryakumar Yadav c) Nitish Kumar Reddy d) Sanju Samson Ans: c) Nitish Kumar Reddy 7.Who secured a silver medal for India at the Badminton World Junior Championships? a) PV Sindhu b) Saina Nehwal c) Tanvi Sharma d) Ashwini Ponnappa Ans: c) Tanvi Sharma 8.Tanvi Sharma's silver medal at the Badminton World Junior Championships marked a significant achievement for India, particularly in the women's category, after how many years? a) 10 years b) 12 years c) 15 years d) 17 years Ans: d) 17 years

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1.What is the name of India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic, recently announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh, which is effective against resistant respiratory infections? a) Azithromycin b) Nafithromycin c) Ciprofloxacin d) Doxyc...

1.What is the name of India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic, recently announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh, which is effective against resistant respiratory infections? a) Azithromycin b) Nafithromycin c) Ciprofloxacin d) Doxycycline Ans: b) Nafithromycin 2.Which prestigious medical journal published the findings of India's successful indigenous clinical trial for gene therapy in treating Hemophilia? a) The Lancet b) Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) c) New England Journal of Medicine d) British Medical Journal (BMJ) Ans: c) New England Journal of Medicine 3.Which ISRO mission's payload recently made the first direct observation of the Sun's Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) effects on the Moon's exosphere? a) Chandrayaan-1 b) Chandrayaan-2 c) Mangalyaan d) Aditya-L1 Ans: b) Chandrayaan-2 4.The Chandrayaan-2 payload responsible for observing the effects of the Sun's Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) on the Moon's exosphere is named: a) ORBITER High Resolution Camera (OHRC) b) Chandra's Atmospheric Composition Explorer-2 (CHACE-2) c) Dual-Frequency Synthetic Aperture Radar (DFSAR) d) Imaging Infra-Red Spectrometer (IIRS) Ans: b) Chandra's Atmospheric Composition Explorer-2 (CHACE-2) 5.Which private space-tech startup is set to launch "Mission Drishti," India's first multi-sensor Earth observation satellite integrating Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and optical sensors? a) Skyroot Aerospace b) Agnikul Cosmos c) Bellatrix Aerospace d) GalaxEye Ans: d) GalaxEye 6.India recently showcased its homegrown advanced chip with what process node, signaling a significant leap in semiconductor design? a) 7nm b) 5nm c) 2nm d) 1nm Ans: c) 2nm 7.Researchers from which institution developed an AI-driven system capable of identifying antenna types and detecting performance faults without physical testing? a) IIT Madras b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru c) Digital University Kerala d) NIT Warangal Ans: c) Digital University Kerala 8.Which two institutions collaborated on a green chemistry breakthrough to develop an efficient, metal-free method for creating potent anti-cancer molecules? a) IIT Delhi and CSIR b) IIT Jodhpur and IACS Kolkata c) IIT Bombay and TIFR d) IISc Bengaluru and NCL Pune Ans: b) IIT Jodhpur and IACS Kolkata 9.What is one of the primary goals of India's National Quantum Mission, as mentioned in the provided content? a) To develop quantum computers with 50 to 1,000 qubits b) To establish a global standard for blockchain technology c) To launch India's first manned mission to Mars d) To achieve 100% renewable energy by 2030 Ans: a) To develop quantum computers with 50 to 1,000 qubits 10.By which year does ISRO plan to establish India's own space station? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2035 11.When is the first unmanned flight (G1) of India's Gaganyaan mission scheduled? a) December 2024 b) June 2025 c) December 2025 d) March 2026 Ans: c) December 2025 12.Which of the following is NOT one of the three major ports designated as Green Hydrogen Hubs by India? a) Deendayal b) V.O. Chidambaranar c) Paradip d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 13.India has set a goal to achieve carbon neutrality by which year? a) 2030 b) 2047 c) 2050 d) 2070 Ans: d) 2070

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1.What are the primary factors cited for the expected easing of India's retail inflation to an eight-year low? a) Increased government spending and higher import duties b) High base effect, falling food prices, and GST reforms c) Ris...

1.What are the primary factors cited for the expected easing of India's retail inflation to an eight-year low? a) Increased government spending and higher import duties b) High base effect, falling food prices, and GST reforms c) Rising global crude oil prices and reduced agricultural output d) Strong consumer demand and increased manufacturing costs Ans: b) High base effect, falling food prices, and GST reforms 2.What is the prevailing outlook for India's monetary policy, as indicated by an MPC member and Goldman Sachs? a) A period of aggressive fiscal tightening to control inflation. b) Potential for multiple rate cuts in FY26-FY27 and nearing the end of the tightening phase. c) Maintenance of current interest rates due to uncertain economic growth. d) An increase in policy rates to strengthen the Indian Rupee. Ans: b) Potential for multiple rate cuts in FY26-FY27 and nearing the end of the tightening phase. 3.According to the government, what has been a significant consequence of the GST 2.0 reforms implemented on September 22? a) A decrease in foreign direct investment (FDI) into manufacturing. b) A boost in consumption, particularly for electronics and consumer goods. c) An increase in the prices of essential daily-use items. d) A decline in overall tax revenue collection. Ans: b) A boost in consumption, particularly for electronics and consumer goods. 4.How are the GST 2.0 reforms anticipated to impact India's consumption in nominal terms for the financial year 2025-26? a) A decrease of more than 5%. b) An increase of less than 5%. c) An increase of over 10%. d) No significant change is expected. Ans: c) An increase of over 10%. 5.India is undertaking a review of its 2010 trade pact with which regional bloc to address outstanding issues and narrow its trade deficit? a) European Union (EU) b) South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) c) Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) d) Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Ans: c) Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) 6.Which country is India in talks with to expand their Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA), aiming for a bilateral trade value of US$20 billion by 2030? a) Russia b) Brazil c) South Africa d) Mexico Ans: b) Brazil 7.What is the expected outcome of the Indian Rupee's Real Effective Exchange Rate (REER) falling to its lowest level since October 2018? a) A decrease in India's import volumes. b) Enhanced export competitiveness by making Indian goods cheaper globally. c) An increase in the cost of foreign direct investment into India. d) A rise in domestic inflation due to expensive imports. Ans: b) Enhanced export competitiveness by making Indian goods cheaper globally. 8.Who among the following expressed concerns about India being 'stuck in a lower-middle income trap' and highlighted a decline in Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF)? a) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman b) Former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram c) RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das d) NITI Aayog Vice Chairman Suman Bery Ans: b) Former Finance Minister P. Chidambaram 9.What trend is highlighted regarding India's Gross Fixed Capital Formation (GFCF) as a percentage of GDP between 2007-08 and 2024-25? a) A significant increase, indicating robust investment. b) A marginal fluctuation with no clear trend. c) A significant decline, raising concerns about capital formation. d) It remained stable, showing consistent investment levels. Ans: c) A significant decline, raising concerns about capital formation. 10.Which major international banking group is reportedly acquiring a majority stake in RBL Bank? a) Standard Chartered Bank b) HSBC Holdings c) Emirates NBD d) Deutsche Bank Ans: c) Emirates NBD 11.The moderation in India's retail inflation is significantly attributed to the rationalization of what key economic policy? a) Income Tax rates b) Corporate Tax rates c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates d) Import tariffs on essential goods Ans: c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates 12.The signaling of potential multiple rate cuts by an MPC member in FY26-FY27, coupled with low inflation, primarily aims to achieve which economic objective? a) To curb excessive foreign investment. b) To support economic expansion and growth. c) To reduce government debt significantly. d) To stabilize the exchange rate against major currencies. Ans: b) To support economic expansion and growth. 13.What specific impact of the GST 2.0 reforms on household expenses was mentioned by the government? a) Increased cost of housing. b) Reduced prices for daily-use items. c) Higher taxes on luxury goods. d) Stagnant prices for essential services. Ans: b) Reduced prices for daily-use items. 14.The growth of India's exports in 24 nations during April-September is presented as an indicator of what broader trade strategy? a) Increased reliance on a few key trading partners. b) A focus on reducing overall export volumes. c) Successful market diversification efforts. d) A shift towards importing more goods. Ans: c) Successful market diversification efforts. 15.The Indian stock market's special one-hour Muhurat trading session is scheduled to mark which traditional event? a) The end of the financial year. b) The beginning of the new Samvat year. c) A national holiday. d) The quarterly earnings announcement. Ans: b) The beginning of the new Samvat year.

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1.Which international organization reported intensified repression in Tanzania ahead of its general elections on October 29th? a) United Nations Human Rights Council b) Human Rights Watch c) Amnesty International d) International Cri...

1.Which international organization reported intensified repression in Tanzania ahead of its general elections on October 29th? a) United Nations Human Rights Council b) Human Rights Watch c) Amnesty International d) International Criminal Court Ans: c) Amnesty International 2.Who is the current President of Tanzania, under whose government initial hopes for reform were mentioned, despite reported intensification of repressive practices? a) John Magufuli b) Samia Suluhu Hassan c) Jakaya Kikwete d) Benjamin Mkapa Ans: b) Samia Suluhu Hassan 3.According to a study by S&P Global, which group primarily absorbed the majority of the financial impact from former President Donald Trump's tariffs? a) Foreign exporting companies b) US manufacturing businesses c) US consumers d) The US federal government Ans: c) US consumers 4.Which institution estimated that former President Trump's tariffs would cost individual US households nearly $2,400 more annually? a) Brookings Institution b) National Bureau of Economic Research c) Yale Budget Lab d) Congressional Budget Office Ans: c) Yale Budget Lab 5.According to the WHO's Global Status Report on Neurology, approximately what percentage of the global population is affected by neurological conditions? a) Less than 10% b) Around 25% c) Over 40% d) Exactly 50% Ans: c) Over 40% 6.What is identified by the WHO as a critical factor contributing to the lack of adequate neurological care in many low-income countries? a) Over-reliance on traditional medicine b) Insufficient national policies, budgets, and specialized healthcare workers c) High prevalence of infectious diseases d) Lack of public awareness about neurological conditions Ans: b) Insufficient national policies, budgets, and specialized healthcare workers 7.Which World Health Organization (WHO) system was upgraded on October 13, 2025, to enhance global health security through improved early detection of public health threats? a) Global Outbreak Alert and Response Network (GOARN) b) Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) c) International Health Regulations (IHR) d) Global Health Observatory (GHO) Ans: b) Epidemic Intelligence from Open Sources (EIOS) 8.The upgraded WHO EIOS system incorporates which new technologies to improve early detection of public health threats? a) Satellite imaging and drone surveillance b) Blockchain and quantum computing c) New data sources and artificial intelligence d) Advanced robotics and virtual reality Ans: c) New data sources and artificial intelligence 9.Which country's Ministry of Transport unveiled the "Initiative for International Cooperation on Green Shipping Corridor"? a) United States b) Japan c) China d) Germany Ans: c) China 10.Where was China's "Initiative for International Cooperation on Green Shipping Corridor" unveiled? a) Beijing Economic Forum b) 2025 North Bund Forum in Shanghai c) Belt and Road Summit in Hong Kong d) Guangzhou International Maritime Conference Ans: b) 2025 North Bund Forum in Shanghai 11.Which of the following is a key measure outlined in China's Green Shipping Corridor Initiative? a) Phasing out all international shipping routes by 2030 b) Accelerating the development of low-carbon vessels c) Imposing tariffs on all non-green shipping d) Shifting all cargo to air transport Ans: b) Accelerating the development of low-carbon vessels 12.According to the October 2025 World Economic Outlook, what is the general trend projected for global economic growth from 2024 to 2026? a) Steady increase b) Stable plateau c) Gradual slowdown d) Sharp acceleration Ans: c) Gradual slowdown 13.Which of the following is identified as a downside risk to the global economy in the World Economic Outlook (October 2025)? a) Increased global trade agreements b) Reduced government spending c) Prolonged uncertainty and increased protectionism d) Stable energy prices Ans: c) Prolonged uncertainty and increased protectionism 14.What is the approximate projected growth rate for advanced economies according to the World Economic Outlook (October 2025)? a) Around 0.5% b) Around 1.5% c) Around 2.5% d) Around 3.5% Ans: b) Around 1.5% 15.Which specific body of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee is reviewing proposals for the 15th Five-Year Plan? a) Politburo Standing Committee b) Central Military Commission c) Fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee d) National People's Congress Ans: c) Fourth plenary session of the 20th CPC Central Committee 16.What period does China's 15th Five-Year Plan, currently under review, cover for national economic and social development? a) 2024-2029 b) 2025-2030 c) 2026-2030 d) 2026-2031 Ans: c) 2026-2030 17.One of the key objectives for China's strategic direction, as discussed during the review of the 15th Five-Year Plan, is building what? a) A global economic superpower b) A modern socialist country c) A fully capitalist market d) An advanced technological hub Ans: b) A modern socialist country

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1.Ayodhya recently set two new Guinness World Records during its Deepotsav celebration. Which of the following accurately describes these records? a) Most diyas lit simultaneously and largest Saryu aarti performed together b) Largest...

1.Ayodhya recently set two new Guinness World Records during its Deepotsav celebration. Which of the following accurately describes these records? a) Most diyas lit simultaneously and largest Saryu aarti performed together b) Largest gathering for a religious festival and longest continuous chanting c) Most diyas lit simultaneously and largest public procession d) Largest Saryu aarti performed together and highest number of foreign visitors Ans: a) Most diyas lit simultaneously and largest Saryu aarti performed together 2.Which Chief Minister was present in Ayodhya to receive the honors for the record-breaking Deepotsav event? a) Arvind Kejriwal b) Shivraj Singh Chouhan c) Yogi Adityanath d) Ashok Gehlot Ans: c) Yogi Adityanath 3.Due to "very poor" air quality, which agency implemented Stage II of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP) in the Delhi-NCR region? a) National Green Tribunal (NGT) b) Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) c) Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) d) Delhi Pollution Control Committee (DPCC) Ans: c) Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) 4.What was one of the key measures mandated under Stage II of GRAP to curb pollution in Delhi-NCR, as mentioned in the content? a) Complete ban on all private vehicles b) Closure of all industrial units c) Intensified inspections of construction and demolition sites for dust control d) Imposition of odd-even scheme for vehicles Ans: c) Intensified inspections of construction and demolition sites for dust control 5.What type of firecrackers did the Supreme Court allow for a limited two-day period in Delhi ahead of Diwali? a) Only traditional firecrackers b) Green firecrackers c) Imported firecrackers d) Silent firecrackers Ans: b) Green firecrackers 6.Which political party criticized the government over the acquisition of Indian banks by foreign entities, labeling such moves as "imprudent" and posing "substantial risks"? a) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) b) Indian National Congress (Congress) c) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) d) Trinamool Congress (TMC) Ans: b) Indian National Congress (Congress) 7.According to the content, which foreign entity acquired Laxmi Vilas Bank? a) Canada's Fairfax b) Japan's Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation c) Singapore's DBS Group d) Qatar National Bank Ans: c) Singapore's DBS Group 8.The anticipated privatization of which Indian bank was mentioned in the political controversy regarding foreign acquisitions? a) State Bank of India b) Punjab National Bank c) Bank of Baroda d) IDBI Bank Ans: d) IDBI Bank 9.Which political alliance in Maharashtra, along with the MNS, planned a joint rally against the Election Commission? a) National Democratic Alliance (NDA) b) Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) c) United Progressive Alliance (UPA) d) Janata Dal (United) alliance Ans: b) Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) 10.What was the primary allegation made by MNS chief Raj Thackeray against the Election Commission, leading to a joint rally? a) Mismanagement of election funds b) Arbitrary and corrupt administration, including alleged "fake voters" c) Bias towards a particular political party d) Delays in conducting by-elections Ans: b) Arbitrary and corrupt administration, including alleged "fake voters" 11.What is the special one-hour trading session held on the Indian stock markets during Diwali called, marking the beginning of the new Samvat year? a) IPO Session b) Muhurat Trading c) Festive Trading d) Equity Gala Ans: b) Muhurat Trading 12.India's gold reserves recently surpassed what significant monetary milestone for the first time in history? a) $10 billion b) $50 billion c) $100 billion d) $200 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 13.What proportion of India's total forex reserves do gold reserves currently constitute, reaching its highest level since 1996-97? a) 5.7% b) 9.2% c) 14.7% d) 20.1% Ans: c) 14.7% 14.Which international financial institution has committed over 5.6 billion euros to India in the last two decades, with a significant portion directed towards climate action? a) World Bank b) Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) European Investment Bank (EIB) d) International Monetary Fund (IMF) Ans: c) European Investment Bank (EIB) 15.India is recognized as the largest recipient of urban mobility financing outside the European Union from which specific institution? a) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) b) European Investment Bank (EIB) c) Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) d) New Development Bank (NDB) Ans: b) European Investment Bank (EIB) 16.What percentage of the European Investment Bank's funding to India over the last two decades has been primarily directed towards climate action? a) Less than 50% b) Around 70% c) More than 90% d) Approximately 80% Ans: c) More than 90% 17.In the context of the Bihar Assembly elections, which political party reportedly broke away from the Mahagatbandhan alliance to contest six border seats independently? a) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) b) Janata Dal (United) (JDU) c) Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) d) Indian National Congress (INC) Ans: c) Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM)

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1.What is a key change introduced by the central government regarding ration cards to enhance transparency and convenience, effective October 18, 2025? a) Allowing multiple ration cards per family for different benefits. b) Making Aa...

1.What is a key change introduced by the central government regarding ration cards to enhance transparency and convenience, effective October 18, 2025? a) Allowing multiple ration cards per family for different benefits. b) Making Aadhaar and mobile number linking mandatory for secure OTP verification during ration distribution. c) Eliminating the need for bank account linkage for gas subsidies. d) Discontinuing technological monitoring for identifying fraudulent claims. Ans: b) Making Aadhaar and mobile number linking mandatory for secure OTP verification during ration distribution. 2.The application window for Round 4 of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods has been extended until which date? a) October 18, 2025 b) November 10, 2025 c) January 1, 2025 d) April 20, 2026 Ans: b) November 10, 2025 3.Which government department extended the application window for Round 4 of the PLI Scheme for White Goods (Air Conditioners and LED Lights)? a) Ministry of Finance b) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) c) Ministry of Commerce and Industry d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) 4.What is the total outlay for the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods, launched in April 2021? a) ₹3,200 crore b) ₹6,238 crore c) ₹600 crore d) ₹1.29 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹6,238 crore 5.What is the primary objective of the Kapas Kranti Mission, launched with an outlay of ₹600 crore? a) To promote the export of finished textile products. b) To boost long-staple cotton cultivation and improve farmer income security. c) To provide subsidies for cotton processing units. d) To develop new varieties of short-staple cotton. Ans: b) To boost long-staple cotton cultivation and improve farmer income security. 6.Which digital tool is mentioned as being utilized under the Kapas Kranti Mission to assist farmers? a) Kisan Suvidha App b) e-NAM Portal c) Kapas Kisan App d) Agri-Tech India Ans: c) Kapas Kisan App 7.Which states were mentioned as having already received the 21st installment of the PM KISAN scheme due to being flood and rain-affected? a) Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Assam b) Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir c) Maharashtra, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh d) Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha Ans: b) Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Uttarakhand, Jammu and Kashmir 8.NITI Aayog's Women Entrepreneurship Platform (WEP) launched the 'We Rise' initiative in partnership with which organization? a) World Bank b) DP World c) FICCI Ladies Organization d) United Nations Development Programme Ans: b) DP World 9.What is the main goal of the 'We Rise' initiative launched by NITI Aayog's WEP and DP World? a) To provide financial grants to women entrepreneurs for startups. b) To make women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) export-ready. c) To establish a new e-commerce platform exclusively for women's products. d) To offer free vocational training to women in rural areas. Ans: b) To make women-led Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) export-ready. 10.According to the National Health Authority's (NHA) Annual Report 2024–25 on AB-PMJAY, what percentage of beneficiaries availed treatment in private hospitals? a) 30% b) 45% c) 52% d) 66% Ans: c) 52% 11.Despite constituting 45% of empanelled institutions under AB-PMJAY, private hospitals accounted for what percentage of the total treatment cost? a) 45% b) 52% c) 66% d) 75% Ans: c) 66% 12.Where was the new Titanium and Superalloy Materials Plant, dedicated by Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, established as part of PTC Industries' Strategic Materials Technology Complex? a) Bengaluru, Karnataka b) Hyderabad, Telangana c) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh d) Pune, Maharashtra Ans: c) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh 13.Which missile's first batch was flagged off from the BrahMos Integration and Testing Facility Centre in Lucknow, part of the UP Defence Industrial Corridor? a) Agni b) Akash c) BrahMos d) Prithvi Ans: c) BrahMos 14.Which organization has directed that no product can use the 'Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS)' tag unless approved by the World Health Organization (WHO)? a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare b) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) c) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) d) National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) Ans: c) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) 15.What is the primary reason behind FSSAI's directive regarding the 'ORS' label? a) To promote the use of traditional remedies for dehydration. b) To prevent consumer deception and associated health risks from mislabeled sugary drinks. c) To standardize the packaging of all health drinks. d) To encourage domestic production of ORS. Ans: b) To prevent consumer deception and associated health risks from mislabeled sugary drinks. 16.The Haryana government has increased the monthly old age pension from ₹3,000 to what amount? a) ₹3,100 b) ₹3,200 c) ₹3,300 d) ₹3,500 Ans: b) ₹3,200 17.Under which initiative did the Haryana government increase the old age pension for senior citizens? a) Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao b) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan c) Jan Vishwas-Jan Vikas d) Mukhya Mantri Parivar Samridhi Yojana Ans: c) Jan Vishwas-Jan Vikas 18.Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw highlighted the critical importance of what, stating that data must remain geographically within India? a) Digital literacy b) Data sovereignty c) Cyber security d) Internet accessibility Ans: b) Data sovereignty 19.According to Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, what are data centers being viewed as for the evolving economy? a) New power plants b) New refineries c) New factories d) New universities Ans: b) New refineries

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1.Which Indian badminton player recently reached the girls' singles final at the BWF World Junior Championships 2025? a) PV Sindhu b) Saina Nehwal c) Tanvi Sharma d) Anupama Upadhyaya Ans: c) Tanvi Sharma 2.Tanvi Sharma's ac...

1.Which Indian badminton player recently reached the girls' singles final at the BWF World Junior Championships 2025? a) PV Sindhu b) Saina Nehwal c) Tanvi Sharma d) Anupama Upadhyaya Ans: c) Tanvi Sharma 2.Tanvi Sharma's achievement of reaching the BWF World Junior Championships 2025 final makes her the ______ Indian to do so. a) First b) Third c) Fifth d) Tenth Ans: c) Fifth 3.In which city were the BWF World Junior Championships 2025, where Tanvi Sharma reached the final, scheduled to be held? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Guwahati d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Guwahati 4.Who won a bronze medal in the men's trap event at the ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025? a) Abhinav Bindra b) Zoravar Singh Sandhu c) Jitu Rai d) Gagan Narang Ans: b) Zoravar Singh Sandhu 5.The ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025, where Zoravar Singh Sandhu won a bronze medal, was held in which city? a) Paris, France b) Athens, Greece c) Rome, Italy d) Berlin, Germany Ans: b) Athens, Greece 6.Which Indian archer became the first Indian woman compound archer to win a medal at the Archery World Cup Final? a) Deepika Kumari b) Ankita Bhakat c) Jyothi Surekha Vennam d) Komalika Bari Ans: c) Jyothi Surekha Vennam 7.Mohun Bagan Super Giant recently won the 125th IFA Shield by defeating which arch-rival team? a) Bengaluru FC b) FC Goa c) East Bengal FC d) Mumbai City FC Ans: c) East Bengal FC 8.For the first time, India's U-17 women's football team has qualified for which major international tournament? a) FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup b) AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup c) SAFF U-17 Women's Championship d) Olympic Games Ans: b) AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 9.In which sport did the Indian junior men's team finish second at the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025, losing to Australia in the final? a) Football b) Badminton c) Hockey d) Cricket Ans: c) Hockey 10.Who has been named the new ODI captain for the Indian cricket team for the three-match series against Australia mentioned in the text? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) KL Rahul d) Shubman Gill Ans: d) Shubman Gill 11.Which city is hosting the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships 2025, marking the first time a South Asian country hosts the global showpiece? a) New Delhi, India b) Colombo, Sri Lanka c) Jakarta, Indonesia d) Dhaka, Bangladesh Ans: c) Jakarta, Indonesia 12.Who is leading the nine-member Indian squad at the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships 2025? a) Dipa Karmakar b) Pranati Nayak c) Aruna Reddy d) Rakesh Patra Ans: b) Pranati Nayak

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1.Which Indian space mission recently made the first-ever observation of the Sun's Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) effects on the Moon? a) Chandrayaan-1 b) Mangalyaan c) Chandrayaan-2 d) Gaganyaan Ans: c) Chandrayaan-2 2.What is...

1.Which Indian space mission recently made the first-ever observation of the Sun's Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) effects on the Moon? a) Chandrayaan-1 b) Mangalyaan c) Chandrayaan-2 d) Gaganyaan Ans: c) Chandrayaan-2 2.What is the name of India's first indigenously discovered antibiotic, recently confirmed by Union Science and Technology Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh? a) Azithromycin b) Penicillin-G c) Nafithromycin d) Streptomycin Ans: c) Nafithromycin 3.Nafithromycin, India's first indigenous antibiotic, is reported to be particularly effective against which type of infections? a) Viral infections like influenza b) Resistant respiratory infections c) Fungal skin infections d) Malaria Ans: b) Resistant respiratory infections 4.What is the stated theme for the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025)? a) "Science for Global Prosperity" b) "Innovate for a Sustainable Future" c) "Imagine, Innovate, Inspire for Viksit Bharat 2047" d) "Technology for Human Welfare" Ans: c) "Imagine, Innovate, Inspire for Viksit Bharat 2047" 5.The Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) is scheduled to be held at which prominent venue in New Delhi? a) Vigyan Bhavan b) Pragati Maidan c) Bharat Mandapam d) India International Centre Ans: c) Bharat Mandapam 6.Which institute, supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), developed a low-cost method using the 'coffee-stain effect' for detecting contaminants in food products? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru b) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai c) Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru d) National Institute of Nutrition (NIN), Hyderabad Ans: c) Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru 7.KAVACH, recently inaugurated as a Lab Model by Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR), is India's indigenous system for what purpose? a) Air traffic control b) Automatic Train Protection (ATP) c) Satellite navigation d) Coastal surveillance Ans: b) Automatic Train Protection (ATP) 8.Where was the KAVACH Lab Model, India's indigenous Automatic Train Protection (ATP) system, recently inaugurated by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR)? a) Maligaon, Guwahati b) Pandu, Guwahati c) Dibrugarh, Assam d) Shillong, Meghalaya Ans: b) Pandu, Guwahati 9.The Chandrayaan-2 mission's observation of the Sun's Coronal Mass Ejection (CME) effects on the Moon is crucial for understanding which of the following? a) The Moon's internal geological activity b) The formation of lunar craters c) The lunar exosphere and impact of space weather d) The composition of the Sun's core Ans: c) The lunar exosphere and impact of space weather 10.The development of Nafithromycin, India's first indigenous antibiotic, is highlighted as a significant milestone in which national initiative? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Skill India d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Ans: d) Atmanirbhar Bharat

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1.Which of the following is NOT cited as a primary factor contributing to India's optimistic economic outlook? a) Ongoing festive season b) Successful implementation of GST reforms c) Resilient export sector d) Significant reduction ...

1.Which of the following is NOT cited as a primary factor contributing to India's optimistic economic outlook? a) Ongoing festive season b) Successful implementation of GST reforms c) Resilient export sector d) Significant reduction in crude oil prices Ans: d) Significant reduction in crude oil prices 2.According to the provided content, what percentage of India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is constituted by household consumption? a) 20% b) 40% c) 60% d) 80% Ans: c) 60% 3.Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the benefits of GST 2.0 reforms were passed on to consumers for how many daily-use items? a) 25 b) 54 c) 60 d) 100 Ans: b) 54 4.What nominal GDP growth rate is the government anticipating for India for the financial year 2025-26, primarily driven by increased consumption from GST reforms? a) Over 5% b) Over 7% c) Over 10% d) Over 12% Ans: c) Over 10% 5.Which Union Minister expressed strong confidence in India achieving positive export growth in the current financial year (2025-26) despite global trade disruptions? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Narendra Modi d) Amit Shah Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 6.During bilateral trade agreement talks with the United States, India is prioritizing the interests of which of the following sectors? a) Large corporations and IT services b) Farmers, fishermen, and MSMEs c) Defense manufacturing and aerospace d) Pharmaceutical industry and biotechnology Ans: b) Farmers, fishermen, and MSMEs 7.The European Union market accounts for approximately what percentage of India's total exports, making the Free Trade Agreement negotiations crucial? a) 5% b) 10% c) 17% d) 25% Ans: c) 17% 8.IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva lauded India's economic reforms, recognizing the nation as a 'key growth engine' and raising its 2025 growth forecast to what percentage? a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.6% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.6% 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, speaking at the NDTV World Summit, affirmed India's transition from being among the 'fragile 5' to which global economic standing? a) One of the "top ten" economies b) One of the "top five" economies c) The "third largest" economy d) The "second largest" economy Ans: b) One of the "top five" economies 10.Which former UK Prime Minister referred to India as an 'economic superpower' and noted its achievement of surpassing Japan to become the world's fourth-largest economy by nominal GDP? a) Boris Johnson b) Theresa May c) David Cameron d) Rishi Sunak Ans: d) Rishi Sunak 11.Which foreign bank announced its acquisition of a 60% stake in RBL Bank for $3 billion, representing one of the largest foreign direct investment deals in the Indian banking sector? a) Standard Chartered Bank b) HSBC c) Emirates NBD d) DBS Bank Ans: c) Emirates NBD 12.The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has recognized Diwali as a pivotal economic event stimulating which of the following? a) Primarily agricultural output b) Retail expansion, funding flows, and MSME growth c) Only large-scale industrial manufacturing d) Government infrastructure projects Ans: b) Retail expansion, funding flows, and MSME growth 13.Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted that the recent GST reforms are already showing a 'multiplier effect' on which aspects? a) Agricultural production and rural employment b) Investment, business, and industry c) Educational institutions and healthcare facilities d) Defense spending and technological research Ans: b) Investment, business, and industry 14.What were the primary reasons attributed to IndusInd Bank's net loss in Q2 FY26, as mentioned in the content? a) Decline in non-interest income and poor asset quality b) Accelerated write-offs and increased provisions in microfinance c) Significant increase in operating expenses and bad loans d) Reduced demand for corporate loans and high interest rates Ans: b) Accelerated write-offs and increased provisions in microfinance

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1.Which country in Latin America officially became the first to legalize euthanasia in October 2025? a) Brazil b) Argentina c) Uruguay d) Mexico Ans: c) Uruguay 2.The "No Kings" protests, which swept across the US and global...

1.Which country in Latin America officially became the first to legalize euthanasia in October 2025? a) Brazil b) Argentina c) Uruguay d) Mexico Ans: c) Uruguay 2.The "No Kings" protests, which swept across the US and globally in October 2025, were primarily organized against what? a) Rising inflation rates b) Authoritarian tendencies of the US President's administration c) Climate change denial policies d) International trade agreements Ans: b) Authoritarian tendencies of the US President's administration 3.Which US President's second administration was the subject of the widespread "No Kings" protests in October 2025? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 4.In October 2025, a significant fire disrupted operations at the cargo complex of which country's international airport? a) India b) Pakistan c) Bangladesh d) Sri Lanka Ans: c) Bangladesh 5.Reports in October 2025 detailed Egypt's efforts to undermine strategic neutrality within which two regional bodies/areas? a) ECOWAS and North Africa b) African Union and West Africa c) COMESA and the Horn of Africa d) SADC and Central Africa Ans: c) COMESA and the Horn of Africa 6.Which country, recently elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council, is navigating complex diplomatic challenges involving Egypt's regional influence? a) Ethiopia b) Kenya c) Somalia d) Sudan Ans: c) Somalia 7.The Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam (GERD) is a key point of contention in the Horn of Africa, particularly relevant to Kenya's independent foreign policy engagement with which other nation? a) Sudan b) Eritrea c) Djibouti d) Ethiopia Ans: d) Ethiopia 8.What ambitious global vaccination coverage target has the World Health Organization (WHO) set to achieve by 2030? a) 75% b) 80% c) 90% d) 95% Ans: d) 95% 9.The WHO's 95% global vaccination target by 2030 is primarily aimed at achieving which of the following? a) Reducing healthcare costs globally b) Enhancing global preparedness and combating emerging diseases c) Eliminating all infectious diseases d) Promoting pharmaceutical research Ans: b) Enhancing global preparedness and combating emerging diseases 10.Which international financial institution recently issued a warning identifying stablecoins as a key risk to global financial stability? a) World Bank b) European Central Bank (ECB) c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) d) Asian Development Bank (ADB) Ans: c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) 11.The IMF's warning about stablecoins as a risk to global financial stability followed an incident involving which stablecoin issuer mistakenly minting a large amount of PayPal USD? a) Tether b) Circle c) Binance d) Paxos Ans: d) Paxos

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1.Which Union Minister announced that the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir would be restored at an 'appropriate time'? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Amit Shah c) Rajnath Singh d) S. Jaishankar Ans: b) Amit Shah 2.Which country medi...

1.Which Union Minister announced that the statehood of Jammu and Kashmir would be restored at an 'appropriate time'? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Amit Shah c) Rajnath Singh d) S. Jaishankar Ans: b) Amit Shah 2.Which country mediated an immediate ceasefire agreement between Pakistan and Afghanistan? a) Iran b) Saudi Arabia c) Qatar d) Turkey Ans: c) Qatar 3.According to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, how many items, including cars and televisions, saw a price reduction following GST cuts? a) 24 b) 36 c) 54 d) 72 Ans: c) 54 4.The Supreme Court took suo motu cognizance of which type of scam, calling it a 'grave concern'? a) Online investment scams b) Digital arrest scams c) Cryptocurrency fraud d) Identity theft Ans: b) Digital arrest scams 5.India's food authority has banned all beverages from using which term in brand names due to concerns over misuse and misleading consumers? a) Energy Drink b) Probiotic c) ORS d) Herbal Infusion Ans: c) ORS 6.Discussions around 'India's Deep Tech Moment' highlighted current R&D spending at approximately what percentage of GDP? a) 0.25% b) 0.65% c) 1.20% d) 1.80% Ans: b) 0.65% 7.A proposal for a Climate Change Research Centre for the North Eastern Himalayan States emerged from a recent conclave held in which city? a) Shillong b) Guwahati c) Imphal d) Kohima Ans: c) Imphal 8.The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) inaugurated a state-of-the-art KAVACH Lab Model in which city? a) Kolkata b) Patna c) Guwahati d) Bhubaneswar Ans: c) Guwahati 9.According to the first State of Finance for Forests (SFF) 2025 Report by UNEP, by what factor must global investments in forests increase by 2030? a) Double b) Triple c) Quadruple d) Quintuple Ans: b) Triple 10.The UNEP's SFF 2025 Report noted that India's forestry sector is heavily reliant on which source of funding? a) Private foreign investment b) Corporate social responsibility funds c) Public funding d) International aid Ans: c) Public funding 11.On October 19, 2025, Delhi's Air Quality Index (AQI) slipped into which category, raising concerns ahead of Diwali? a) Moderate b) Poor c) Severe d) Very Poor Ans: c) Severe 12.Who was the Pakistan Army Chief who issued a warning to India, promising a 'decisive response' to any provocation? a) Asim Munir b) Qamar Javed Bajwa c) Raheel Sharif d) Pervez Musharraf Ans: a) Asim Munir

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1.The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) extended the application window for Round 4 of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods. Until which date has this window been extended? a) Oct...

1.The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) extended the application window for Round 4 of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods. Until which date has this window been extended? a) October 31, 2024 b) November 10, 2025 c) December 31, 2025 d) March 31, 2026 Ans: b) November 10, 2025 2.What is the primary objective of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for White Goods (Air Conditioners and LED Lights)? a) To reduce import duties on finished white goods. b) To boost domestic manufacturing and component localization. c) To promote the export of raw materials for white goods. d) To encourage foreign companies to set up retail chains in India. Ans: b) To boost domestic manufacturing and component localization. 3.Which Indian state has approved a landmark 'Menstrual Leave Policy, 2025,' granting one day of paid leave every month to all women employees across various sectors? a) Kerala b) Tamil Nadu c) Karnataka d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Karnataka 4.The 'Adi Karmayogi' initiative, underscored by President Droupadi Murmu, is primarily designed to benefit which communities? a) Urban underprivileged communities b) Adivasi communities c) Rural agrarian communities d) Small and medium enterprise owners Ans: b) Adivasi communities 5.Which Ministry organized the National Conclave on the 'Adi Karmayogi' capacity-building program, emphasizing the integration of tribal communities into the 'Viksit Bharat 2047' vision? a) Ministry of Rural Development b) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment c) Ministry of Home Affairs d) Ministry of Tribal Affairs Ans: d) Ministry of Tribal Affairs 6.What is one of the key objectives of the new Electric Mobility Acceleration Policy approved by the Union Cabinet? a) To increase reliance on fuel imports. b) To stimulate the production of electric vehicles (EVs). c) To phase out all traditional fuel vehicles by 2030. d) To provide subsidies for foreign EV manufacturers only. Ans: b) To stimulate the production of electric vehicles (EVs). 7.The Government of India's ongoing 'Special Campaign 5.0' primarily focuses on which two aspects across government offices? a) Digitalization of records and employee training. b) Institutionalizing Swachhata and minimizing pendency. c) Increasing working hours and reducing staff. d) Enhancing public outreach and international collaborations. Ans: b) Institutionalizing Swachhata and minimizing pendency. 8.Which Indian state is establishing a dedicated 'health war room' to integrate and streamline various health-related schemes and prevent beneficiaries from receiving double benefits? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Uttar Pradesh d) Rajasthan Ans: b) Maharashtra 9.Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath announced a revised system for scholarship distribution in Uttar Pradesh. What is the key change introduced in this system? a) Scholarships will now be disbursed only once a year. b) Scholarships will be disbursed in two phases: October and January. c) Scholarships will be provided in cash instead of Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT). d) Only students from government schools will be eligible for scholarships. Ans: b) Scholarships will be disbursed in two phases: October and January. 10.Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the 'GST Bachat Utsav' in which Indian state, marking the introduction of 'Next-Gen GST reforms'? a) Assam b) Nagaland c) Arunachal Pradesh d) Sikkim Ans: c) Arunachal Pradesh 11.The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has released a draft Overseas Mobility (Facilitation and Welfare) Bill. Which existing legislation is this proposed bill intended to replace? a) Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 b) Passports Act, 1967 c) Emigration Act of 1983 d) Citizenship Act, 1955 Ans: c) Emigration Act of 1983 12.As part of its comprehensive transformation of Public Schools (KPS), Karnataka plans to ensure staffing stability for teachers. What minimum tenure is being proposed for teachers in KPS? a) 3 years b) 5 years c) 7 years d) 10 years Ans: d) 10 years 13.A key feature of the 'Next-Gen GST reforms' launched during the 'GST Bachat Utsav' is to simplify the tax structure by streamlining rates primarily to what percentages? a) 10% and 20% b) 5% and 18% c) 7% and 28% d) 12% and 24% Ans: b) 5% and 18%

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1.India's U-17 Women's National Football Team recently qualified for which major continental championship for the first time? a) AFC Women's Olympic Qualifiers b) FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup c) AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup d) SAFF U-17...

1.India's U-17 Women's National Football Team recently qualified for which major continental championship for the first time? a) AFC Women's Olympic Qualifiers b) FIFA U-17 Women's World Cup c) AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup d) SAFF U-17 Women's Championship Ans: c) AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup 2.What is the historical significance of the Indian U-17 Women's football team's recent qualification for the AFC U-17 Women's Asian Cup? a) It's their second consecutive qualification b) It marks their maiden qualification at this age group c) They qualified after a gap of 5 years d) They qualified as hosts of the tournament Ans: b) It marks their maiden qualification at this age group 3.After how many years did the Indian U-17 Women's football team achieve continental qualification at this age group? a) 10 years b) 15 years c) 21 years d) 25 years Ans: c) 21 years 4.Who recently set a new record for the fastest century in women's T20 cricket? a) Sophie Devine b) Smriti Mandhana c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Kiran Navgire Ans: d) Kiran Navgire 5.How many balls did Kiran Navgire take to score her record-breaking century in women's T20 cricket? a) 30 balls b) 34 balls c) 36 balls d) 40 balls Ans: b) 34 balls 6.Whose previous record for the fastest century in women's T20 cricket did Kiran Navgire surpass? a) Alyssa Healy b) Sophie Devine c) Suzie Bates d) Meg Lanning Ans: b) Sophie Devine 7.Which Indian badminton pair reached the semi-finals of the Denmark Open? a) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty b) P.V. Sindhu and Kidambi Srikanth c) Lakshya Sen and H.S. Prannoy d) Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Ans: a) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty 8.Who assured India of a medal in the women's singles category at the BWF World Junior Championships? a) P.V. Sindhu b) Saina Nehwal c) Tanvi Sharma d) Ashmita Chaliha Ans: c) Tanvi Sharma 9.Tanvi Sharma's medal at the BWF World Junior Championships ended India's wait for a women's singles medal at this event after how many years? a) 10 years b) 12 years c) 15 years d) 17 years Ans: d) 17 years 10.The Indian men's hockey team recently secured a spot in the final of which international tournament? a) FIH Pro League b) Asian Champions Trophy c) Sultan of Johor Cup d) Azlan Shah Cup Ans: c) Sultan of Johor Cup 11.Which Australian all-rounder was ruled out of the ODI series against India due to injury and was replaced by Marnus Labuschagne? a) Glenn Maxwell b) Marcus Stoinis c) Cameron Green d) Mitchell Marsh Ans: c) Cameron Green

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1.Which of the following targets has India set for its semiconductor manufacturing sector by the year 2036? a) To become the largest global producer of semiconductors. b) To achieve a top-three global position in semiconductor manufa...

1.Which of the following targets has India set for its semiconductor manufacturing sector by the year 2036? a) To become the largest global producer of semiconductors. b) To achieve a top-three global position in semiconductor manufacturing. c) To indigenously produce 75% of its semiconductor demand. d) To export semiconductors worth $100 billion annually. Ans: b) To achieve a top-three global position in semiconductor manufacturing. 2.The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), aimed at boosting semiconductor manufacturing in the country, was launched in which year? a) 2018 b) 2020 c) 2021 d) 2023 Ans: c) 2021 3.During which event did DRDO Chief, Dr. Samir V Kamat, declare India's ambition to achieve a top-three global position in semiconductor manufacturing by 2036? a) Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit b) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) c) India Mobile Congress d) Bengaluru Tech Summit Ans: b) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) 4.What is the theme of the upcoming Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025)? a) "Innovate for India: A Global Leader" b) "Viksit Bharat 2047 – Pioneering Sustainable Innovation, Technological Advancement, and Empowerment" c) "Science and Technology for Economic Growth" d) "Digital India: Bridging the Future" Ans: b) "Viksit Bharat 2047 – Pioneering Sustainable Innovation, Technological Advancement, and Empowerment" 5.Google plans to establish its largest AI hub outside the United States in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Visakhapatnam d) Chennai Ans: c) Visakhapatnam 6.What is the total investment committed by Google over five years (2026–2030) for its AI hub in India? a) $5 billion b) $10 billion c) $15 billion d) $20 billion Ans: c) $15 billion 7.Which two entities have collaborated to build India's largest AI data hub in Visakhapatnam, alongside Google's AI hub? a) Tata and Google b) Reliance and Google c) Adani and Google d) Microsoft and Google Ans: c) Adani and Google 8.The new Science, Technology and Innovation (STI) Hub building, inaugurated in Mizoram under the ITLIVES project, is a joint venture between Mizoram University and which other institution? a) Indian Institute of Technology Delhi b) Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Kerala) c) National Institute of Technology Warangal d) University of Hyderabad Ans: b) Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Kerala) 9.The ITLIVES project, under which the STI Hub in Mizoram was inaugurated, aims to improve livelihoods, education, and sustainability for which specific group? a) Urban youth b) Rural farmers c) Tribal communities d) Women entrepreneurs Ans: c) Tribal communities 10.Indian scientists at Raman Research Institute (RRI), Bengaluru, developed a low-cost food contaminant detection method inspired by which everyday phenomenon? a) Capillary action b) Brownian motion c) Coffee-stain effect d) Osmosis Ans: c) Coffee-stain effect 11.The low-cost food contaminant detection technique developed by RRI, Bengaluru, was supported by which government department? a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare b) Department of Biotechnology c) Department of Science and Technology (DST) d) Ministry of Food Processing Industries Ans: c) Department of Science and Technology (DST) 12.Which organization successfully tested the indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) for the Indian Air Force? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) d) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) Ans: b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 13.What is a unique operational capability of the indigenously developed Military Combat Parachute System (MCPS) tested by DRDO? a) It is designed for underwater deployment. b) It is the only parachute system utilized by Indian armed forces capable of deployment above 25,000 ft. c) It incorporates stealth technology to avoid radar detection. d) It can carry heavy artillery without assistance. Ans: b) It is the only parachute system utilized by Indian armed forces capable of deployment above 25,000 ft. 14.UIDAI launched SITAA primarily to enhance the security of Aadhaar authentication and specifically target which emerging threat? a) Ransomware attacks b) Phishing scams c) Deepfakes and spoofing d) Data breaches from physical documents Ans: c) Deepfakes and spoofing 15.What does SITAA stand for, as launched by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)? a) Scheme for Indian Technological Advancement with Aadhaar b) System for Integrated Technology and Aadhaar Applications c) Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar d) Secure Identification through Advanced Aadhaar Ans: c) Scheme for Innovation and Technology Association with Aadhaar 16.Which agency announced significant changes for the JEE Main 2025 examination pattern? a) Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) b) University Grants Commission (UGC) c) National Testing Agency (NTA) d) All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) Ans: c) National Testing Agency (NTA) 17.A key change announced for JEE Main 2025 is the removal of optional questions. What does this imply for candidates? a) They can choose any 20 questions out of 25 in each subject. b) They must now answer all 25 questions in each subject. c) They will have more optional questions to choose from. d) Only 15 questions will be mandatory in each subject. Ans: b) They must now answer all 25 questions in each subject. 18.For the first time, which type of questions in JEE Main 2025 will have negative marking applied? a) Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) b) Assertion-Reasoning Questions c) Numerical Value Questions (NVQs) d) True/False Questions Ans: c) Numerical Value Questions (NVQs)

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1.According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has transformed its economic standing from being categorized as among the "fragile five" to achieving which global economic position? a) The world's third-largest economy b) One of t...

1.According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has transformed its economic standing from being categorized as among the "fragile five" to achieving which global economic position? a) The world's third-largest economy b) One of the world's top five economies c) The fastest-growing major economy d) A leading G7 nation Ans: b) One of the world's top five economies 2.What are the key economic indicators highlighted by PM Modi to showcase India's progress over the past decade? a) Growth rate below 5% and inflation above 4% b) Growth rate exceeding 7% and inflation maintained below 2% c) Growth rate of 6% and inflation of 3% d) Growth rate of 8% and inflation of 5% Ans: b) Growth rate exceeding 7% and inflation maintained below 2% 3.Which major global technology company recently pledged a significant investment in India's artificial intelligence sector, as mentioned by PM Modi? a) Microsoft b) Apple c) Google d) Amazon Ans: c) Google 4.Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal stated that India is now engaging in international trade negotiations from a position of strength, primarily supported by what economic factor? a) Record low inflation rates b) Strong foreign exchange reserves c) High domestic consumption d) Significant increase in agricultural exports Ans: b) Strong foreign exchange reserves 5.What was the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) revised GDP growth forecast for India for 2025, as mentioned by Minister Piyush Goyal? a) From 6.0% to 6.2% b) From 6.4% to 6.6% c) From 6.8% to 7.0% d) From 7.0% to 7.2% Ans: b) From 6.4% to 6.6% 6.What is India's economic ambition for 2047, as articulated by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal? a) To achieve a $10 trillion economy and become the world's fifth-largest. b) To become a $20 trillion economy and a leader in manufacturing. c) To become the world's third-largest economy with a $30-35 trillion valuation. d) To surpass China in economic size and become the largest economy. Ans: c) To become the world's third-largest economy with a $30-35 trillion valuation. 7.What is the primary reason mentioned for the Indian Rupee remaining under pressure despite a broadly weakening US Dollar? a) Increased domestic demand and imports b) New US tariffs on Indian exports and FPI outflows c) Decline in foreign exchange reserves d) Global economic slowdown and reduced trade Ans: b) New US tariffs on Indian exports and FPI outflows 8.The Union government is planning a new expressway grid called "Golden Quadrilateral 2.0." What is its primary objective? a) To connect major religious pilgrimage sites. b) To enhance connectivity, ease congestion, and reduce logistics costs. c) To establish a direct trade route with neighboring countries. d) To develop a network for high-speed rail. Ans: b) To enhance connectivity, ease congestion, and reduce logistics costs. 9.The "Golden Quadrilateral 2.0" initiative is aligned with which broader national vision? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Vision 2047 d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Ans: c) Vision 2047 10.What factors are cited for the significant surge in gold and silver prices ahead of the festive season? a) Geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions b) Strong festive demand, industrial restocking, and expectations of US interest rate cuts c) Government subsidies and reduced import duties d) Increased mining output and new gold discoveries Ans: b) Strong festive demand, industrial restocking, and expectations of US interest rate cuts 11.According to PM Modi, how many crore people have been lifted out of poverty due to government policies over the past decade? a) 10 crore b) 15 crore c) 20 crore d) 25 crore Ans: d) 25 crore 12.Which Indian market sector was highlighted as a key driver for the pre-Diwali rally in equity markets? a) Information Technology and Pharmaceuticals b) Automotive and Real Estate c) Banking and FMCG d) Metals and Mining Ans: c) Banking and FMCG 13.What was the approximate level of India's robust foreign exchange reserves, as mentioned by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, reflecting strong economic fundamentals? a) Around $500 billion b) Consistently around $700 billion c) Exceeding $1 trillion d) Approximately $300 billion Ans: b) Consistently around $700 billion 14.What percentage increase in trade with G7 nations did PM Modi highlight as a result of India's comprehensive reforms? a) 20% b) 40% c) 60% d) 80% Ans: c) 60%

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1.On October 17, 2025, what was the estimated amount of debris the United Nations stated needed to be cleared before reconstruction efforts could begin in Gaza? a) 25 million tons b) 55 million tons c) 75 million tons d) 100 million ...

1.On October 17, 2025, what was the estimated amount of debris the United Nations stated needed to be cleared before reconstruction efforts could begin in Gaza? a) 25 million tons b) 55 million tons c) 75 million tons d) 100 million tons Ans: b) 55 million tons 2.Which international organization's chief called for the suspension of the EU-Israel trade agreement, citing human rights concerns related to the Gaza crisis? a) Human Rights Watch b) Doctors Without Borders c) Amnesty International d) International Criminal Court Ans: c) Amnesty International 3.According to reports on October 17, 2025, what specific signs were noted on the bodies of Palestinians released by Israel in Gaza? a) Signs of dehydration and starvation b) Gunshots to the head, blindfold marks, and handcuff abrasions c) Evidence of infectious diseases and untreated wounds d) Marks from surgical procedures and medical implants Ans: b) Gunshots to the head, blindfold marks, and handcuff abrasions 4.Which US President met with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and later announced a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss ending the conflict? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 5.Where did US President Donald Trump announce he would meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss the Ukraine conflict? a) Geneva, Switzerland b) Helsinki, Finland c) Budapest, Hungary d) Vienna, Austria Ans: c) Budapest, Hungary 6.What type of missiles did Russian President Putin warn would significantly damage relations between Moscow and Washington if delivered to Ukraine? a) Stinger missiles b) Patriot missiles c) Tomahawk cruise missiles d) Javelin missiles Ans: c) Tomahawk cruise missiles 7.Ecuadorian Indigenous organizations delivered an open letter to the IMF Managing Director, Kristalina Georgieva, challenging the IMF's promotion of what in the Amazon? a) Sustainable tourism initiatives b) Agricultural modernization projects c) Oil and mining expansion d) Renewable energy development Ans: c) Oil and mining expansion 8.What was the theme for the International Day for the Eradication of Poverty observed on October 17, 2025? a) Global Solidarity for Poverty Alleviation b) Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment by Supporting Families c) Sustainable Development Goals and Poverty Reduction d) Youth Empowerment to End Poverty Ans: b) Ending Social and Institutional Maltreatment by Supporting Families 9.According to the provided information, what was India's extreme poverty rate in 2022-23? a) 16.2% b) 8.5% c) 2.3% d) 0.5% Ans: c) 2.3% 10.India was elected Co-Chair for a three-year term until 2028 of which United Nations committee for geospatial information management? a) UN-GGIM-Europe b) UN-GGIM-Africa c) UN-GGIM-Americas d) UN-GGIM-AP Ans: d) UN-GGIM-AP 11.Russia reaffirmed its commitment to defense cooperation with India by offering local production of which fifth-generation fighter jet for India's Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) program? a) Su-30MKI b) MiG-29K c) Su-57 d) MiG-35 Ans: c) Su-57 12.The 5th edition of the "Samudra Shakti 2025" bilateral maritime exercise was conducted between the Indian Navy and the Navy of which country? a) Thailand b) Vietnam c) Indonesia d) Malaysia Ans: c) Indonesia 13.Which company announced the world's first-in-human cataract surgery performed using its Polaris robotic platform, utilizing AI-driven visualization and micro-robotic control? a) Intuitive Surgical b) Stryker Corporation c) Horizon Surgical Systems d) Medtronic Ans: c) Horizon Surgical Systems

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1.What is the approximate planned investment by India in fighter jet engines over the next decade? a) Rs 30,000 crore b) Rs 65,400 crore c) Rs 90,000 crore d) Rs 1,00,000 crore Ans: b) Rs 65,400 crore 2.Who flagged off the f...

1.What is the approximate planned investment by India in fighter jet engines over the next decade? a) Rs 30,000 crore b) Rs 65,400 crore c) Rs 90,000 crore d) Rs 1,00,000 crore Ans: b) Rs 65,400 crore 2.Who flagged off the first Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A at HAL's facility in Nashik? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh c) Chief of Air Staff d) HAL Chairman Ans: b) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh 3.Which country's court recently cleared the extradition of fugitive diamantaire Mehul Choksi to India? a) United Kingdom b) United States c) Belgium d) UAE Ans: c) Belgium 4.The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) ordered a judicial probe into recent violence in which Indian region? a) Kashmir Valley b) Leh c) Manipur d) Darjeeling Ans: b) Leh 5.Who was surprisingly appointed as a cabinet minister in the recent Gujarat cabinet reshuffle? a) Smriti Irani b) Rivaba Jadeja c) Darshana Jardosh d) Anupriya Patel Ans: b) Rivaba Jadeja 6.The Supreme Court of India recently voiced "grave concern" over the increasing number of which type of scams? a) Online banking frauds b) Cryptocurrency scams c) Digital arrests scams d) Phishing attacks Ans: c) Digital arrests scams 7.A diplomatic row emerged between Delhi and Dhaka following the deaths of three Bangladeshi nationals in which Indian state? a) West Bengal b) Assam c) Meghalaya d) Tripura Ans: d) Tripura 8.Which type of wide-body aircraft did IndiGo announce plans to acquire 30 more of? a) Boeing 787 Dreamliner b) Airbus A380 c) A350-900 d) Boeing 747 Ans: c) A350-900 9.Prime Minister Modi expressed confidence that India would soon be entirely free of which specific issue? a) Economic slowdown b) Maoist terror c) Cross-border infiltration d) Political instability Ans: b) Maoist terror 10.For Deepotsav 2025, Ayodhya plans to illuminate the Sarayu Ghats with an impressive number of lamps. How many lamps are planned? a) 1.5 million b) 2.0 million c) 2.8 million d) 3.5 million Ans: c) 2.8 million 11.Which political party called for a ban on the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP)? a) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) b) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) c) Indian National Congress (Congress) d) Trinamool Congress (TMC) Ans: c) Indian National Congress (Congress) 12.In which country's waters did a recent boat accident result in the deaths and disappearance of Indian nationals? a) Maldives b) Madagascar c) Mauritius d) Mozambique Ans: d) Mozambique

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1.What is a key feature of the 'Per Drop More Crop' (PDMC) scheme introduced by the government? a) It mandates the use of specific imported irrigation technologies. b) It provides flexibility to States and UTs for micro-level water s...

1.What is a key feature of the 'Per Drop More Crop' (PDMC) scheme introduced by the government? a) It mandates the use of specific imported irrigation technologies. b) It provides flexibility to States and UTs for micro-level water storage projects. c) It focuses solely on large-scale river interlinking projects. d) It offers subsidies only for cash crops. Ans: b) It provides flexibility to States and UTs for micro-level water storage projects. 2.The Uttar Pradesh government has commenced early disbursement of 2025-26 scholarships primarily for which student category? a) General category students pursuing postgraduate studies. b) Other Backward Class (OBC) students from classes 9 to 12. c) Scheduled Caste students enrolled in vocational courses. d) Minority students attending private institutions. Ans: b) Other Backward Class (OBC) students from classes 9 to 12. 3.The Kalaignar Magalir Urimai Thogai (KMUT) scheme, recently updated in Tamil Nadu, provides a monthly entitlement to whom? a) Senior citizens above 70 years of age. b) Unemployed youth seeking skill development. c) Eligible women beneficiaries. d) Farmers affected by natural calamities. Ans: c) Eligible women beneficiaries. 4.The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was restructured into the National Food Security and Nutrition Mission (NFSNM) in 2024-25 with a primary focus on which two aspects? a) Export promotion and import reduction. b) Increasing production and improving nutritional quality. c) Subsidizing farm machinery and chemical fertilizers. d) Developing cold storage facilities and transportation networks. Ans: b) Increasing production and improving nutritional quality. 5.India's Rice Fortification Initiative mandates the enrichment of rice distributed under major welfare schemes with which key nutrients? a) Calcium, Vitamin D, and Omega-3 fatty acids. b) Iron, Folic Acid, and Vitamin B12. c) Potassium, Magnesium, and Vitamin C. d) Zinc, Iodine, and Vitamin A. Ans: b) Iron, Folic Acid, and Vitamin B12. 6.What is the main objective of the upcoming 'SMART-PDS' initiative, expected by December 2025? a) To establish new food processing units across the country. b) To digitize the entire food supply chain from procurement to delivery. c) To introduce smart ration cards with embedded biometric sensors. d) To promote the cultivation of smart crops resistant to climate change. Ans: b) To digitize the entire food supply chain from procurement to delivery. 7.When was the 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses' launched, and what is its primary goal? a) October 11, 2024; to promote pulse exports. b) October 11, 2025; to boost domestic pulse production and enhance nutritional security. c) January 26, 2025; to provide subsidies for pulse imports. d) August 15, 2024; to establish international collaborations for pulse research. Ans: b) October 11, 2025; to boost domestic pulse production and enhance nutritional security. 8.In which Indian state has an Advanced Night Vision factory, established by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), been dedicated to the nation? a) Karnataka b) Telangana c) Andhra Pradesh d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Andhra Pradesh 9.According to the RBI Governor, approximately what percentage of digital payment transactions in India are conducted through the Unified Payments Interface (UPI)? a) 50% b) 65% c) 85% d) 95% Ans: c) 85% 10.What is the purpose of the Modular Open-Source Identity Platform (MOSIP), developed by India? a) To facilitate cross-border digital payment transactions. b) To help other countries build their own national digital ID systems. c) To manage India's digital defence infrastructure. d) To develop open-source software for agricultural technology. Ans: b) To help other countries build their own national digital ID systems. 11.The recent government initiatives highlighted in the news primarily aim to advance India's agenda of: a) Rapid industrialization and urbanization. b) Inclusive growth and self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta). c) Privatization of public sector undertakings. d) Expansion of international trade agreements. Ans: b) Inclusive growth and self-reliance (Aatmanirbharta). 12.Under the National Food Security Act (NFSA), food grains are being provided free of cost to over 81 crore citizens until which year? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2028 Ans: d) 2028

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1.Who has been appointed as the new ODI captain for the Indian Men's Cricket team for the series against Australia? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.Which two veteran Indian c...

1.Who has been appointed as the new ODI captain for the Indian Men's Cricket team for the series against Australia? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.Which two veteran Indian cricketers made their return to the ODI format in the recent series against Australia, after focusing on T20Is and retiring from Test cricket? a) MS Dhoni and Suresh Raina b) Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma c) Shikhar Dhawan and Ravindra Jadeja d) Jasprit Bumrah and Mohammed Shami Ans: b) Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma 3.Who was awarded the ICC Men's Player of the Month for September 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Virat Kohli c) Abhishek Sharma d) Rohit Sharma Ans: c) Abhishek Sharma 4.Smriti Mandhana received the ICC Women's Player of the Month award for September 2025 for her exceptional performance in which format? a) T20Is b) Test Cricket c) ODIs d) The Hundred Ans: c) ODIs 5.For which significant achievement was Smriti Mandhana recognized in September 2025, contributing to her ICC Player of the Month award? a) Scoring the highest individual score in T20Is b) Taking a hat-trick in an ODI series c) Scoring two centuries in an ODI series including the fastest by an Indian batter d) Captaining India to an Asia Cup victory Ans: c) Scoring two centuries in an ODI series including the fastest by an Indian batter 6.Which Indian athlete set a new world record by completing the world's first-ever Burpee Marathon? a) Joby Mathew b) Lakshya Sen c) Mann Sharma d) Abhishek Sharma Ans: c) Mann Sharma 7.What was the approximate distance covered by Mann Sharma in his world record-setting Burpee Marathon? a) 5.1 kilometers b) 21.097 kilometers c) 42.195 kilometers d) 100 kilometers Ans: c) 42.195 kilometers 8.Joby Mathew won a bronze medal for India in which sport at the 2025 World Championships? a) Badminton b) Cricket c) Athletics (Burpee Marathon) d) Para Powerlifting Ans: d) Para Powerlifting 9.In which city were the 2025 Para Powerlifting World Championships held where Joby Mathew secured a bronze medal? a) London b) Perth c) Cairo d) Copenhagen Ans: c) Cairo 10.Which Indian shuttler advanced to the quarterfinals of the Denmark Open badminton tournament? a) P.V. Sindhu b) Saina Nehwal c) Kidambi Srikanth d) Lakshya Sen Ans: d) Lakshya Sen

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1.What is India's target year for establishing its own space station, as announced by ISRO? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2035 2.By which year does ISRO aim to land an Indian astronaut on the Moon? a) 2027...

1.What is India's target year for establishing its own space station, as announced by ISRO? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2035 2.By which year does ISRO aim to land an Indian astronaut on the Moon? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: d) 2040 3.India's maiden human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, is scheduled for launch in which quarter of 2027? a) First quarter b) Second quarter c) Third quarter d) Fourth quarter Ans: a) First quarter 4.Which organization issued a report warning about India's potential talent gap in Artificial Intelligence? a) ISRO b) DRDO c) NITI Aayog d) IIT-BHU Ans: c) NITI Aayog 5.What is the total allocation approved by the Union Cabinet for the IndiaAI Mission? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹10,300 crore c) ₹12,000 crore d) ₹1,500 crore Ans: b) ₹10,300 crore 6.The number of biotechnology startups in India is projected to increase to over 10,000 by which year? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2025 d) 2022 Ans: c) 2025 7.What is the target value for India's bioeconomy by 2030, as aimed by the BioE3 Policy? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $500 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 8.The recently approved Phase-III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) is a flagship initiative between India and which other country? a) USA b) Japan c) UK d) Germany Ans: c) UK 9.The Union Cabinet approved a substantial incentive plan of ₹12,000 crore for which sector? a) Biotechnology startups b) AI development c) Space exploration d) Semiconductor design and fabrication startups Ans: d) Semiconductor design and fabrication startups 10.Fujitsu has partnered with which Indian institution for joint research into advanced AI technologies? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) 11.The India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre primarily focuses on which of the following technologies? a) Space exploration b) Quantum computing c) 6G and AI in telecommunications d) Biomedical research Ans: c) 6G and AI in telecommunications 12.The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) recently tested a new long-range surface-to-air missile off the coast of which Indian state? a) Kerala b) Andhra Pradesh c) Odisha d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Odisha 13.According to the provided text, who is the Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)? a) K Sivan b) S Somnath c) V Narayanan d) A S Kiran Kumar Ans: c) V Narayanan 14.Which of the following is a recommendation by NITI Aayog to address the AI talent gap in India? a) Reducing AI research funding b) Establishing more space research centers c) Expanding "AI+X" programs d) Focusing solely on traditional engineering disciplines Ans: c) Expanding "AI+X" programs 15.Approximately how many incubators support the biotechnology sector across 25 states in India? a) 50 b) 75 c) 94 d) 120 Ans: c) 94

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1.According to the IMF's recent projections, which country is India expected to surpass first to become the fourth-largest economy by nominal GDP? a) China b) Germany c) Japan d) United States Ans: c) Japan 2.The Internation...

1.According to the IMF's recent projections, which country is India expected to surpass first to become the fourth-largest economy by nominal GDP? a) China b) Germany c) Japan d) United States Ans: c) Japan 2.The International Monetary Fund (IMF) upgraded India's GDP growth projection for 2025 primarily due to which of the following factors? a) Increased foreign direct investment and stable crude oil prices. b) Robust reform initiatives and digital advancements. c) Significant boost in agricultural output and export subsidies. d) Reduced inflation rates and a strong manufacturing sector. Ans: b) Robust reform initiatives and digital advancements. 3.What is the primary reason cited by the IMF for slightly downgrading India's GDP growth projections for 2026? a) A predicted global economic slowdown. b) Potential impact of increased US effective tariff rates on imports from India. c) Domestic policy uncertainties and lack of new reforms. d) Decline in household savings and investment. Ans: b) Potential impact of increased US effective tariff rates on imports from India. 4.According to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, for how many consecutive years has India been the fastest-growing economy globally? a) Two years b) Three years c) Four years d) Five years Ans: c) Four years 5.Approximately how many people have been lifted out of poverty in India over the last decade, as stated by Union Minister Piyush Goyal? a) Over 15 crore b) Over 20 crore c) Over 25 crore d) Over 30 crore Ans: c) Over 25 crore 6.India and Brazil are aiming to achieve a bilateral trade target of $20 billion by which year? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030 7.Which segment of the population is highlighted by Minister Goyal as playing a significant role in powering the Indian economy? a) The agricultural workforce. b) The emerging neo-middle class. c) Overseas Indian diaspora. d) Large industrial conglomerates. Ans: b) The emerging neo-middle class. 8.The positive response in Indian stock markets mentioned in the text was influenced by which of the following factors? I. Slowdown in selling by overseas investors. II. Positive second-quarter corporate earnings. 9.According to the Elara Securities report, what is the notable shift in India's household savings patterns? a) Moving towards real estate and gold. b) Moving away from capital markets towards bank deposits. c) Moving away from traditional bank deposits towards capital markets and pension schemes. d) Increased preference for foreign currency holdings. Ans: c) Moving away from traditional bank deposits towards capital markets and pension schemes. 10.The shift in household savings patterns towards capital markets and pension schemes is primarily driven by the pursuit of what? a) Immediate liquidity and short-term gains. b) Tax benefits and government subsidies. c) Higher returns and long-term wealth creation. d) Diversification into international assets. Ans: c) Higher returns and long-term wealth creation. 11.In which locations did Bangladesh decide to scrap the Indian Economic Zone projects? a) Dhaka and Chittagong b) Mirsarai and Mongla c) Khulna and Sylhet d) Cox's Bazar and Rajshahi Ans: b) Mirsarai and Mongla 12.What was the stated reason for Bangladesh's decision to scrap the Indian Economic Zone projects? a) Diplomatic tensions between the two countries. b) Lack of funding from the Indian side. c) Years of inactivity and a lack of response from India regarding development work. d) Local protests and environmental concerns. Ans: c) Years of inactivity and a lack of response from India regarding development work. 13.The Indian Economic Zone projects in Bangladesh were originally planned as what type of projects? a) Public-private partnerships funded by international banks. b) Fully private sector initiatives by Indian companies. c) Government-to-government projects under India's concessional line of credit. d) Joint ventures with Bangladeshi local authorities. Ans: c) Government-to-government projects under India's concessional line of credit. 14.After surpassing Japan and Germany, India is projected by the IMF to eventually trail which two economies in nominal GDP? a) United Kingdom and France b) Russia and Canada c) United States and China d) Germany and Japan (before surpassing them) Ans: c) United States and China 15.Who is the current Union Commerce and Industry Minister of India, as mentioned in the text? a) S. Jaishankar b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Piyush Goyal

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1.Which world leader issued a stern warning that the United States providing Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine could precipitate a 'nuclear war'? a) Volodymyr Zelensky b) Alexander Lukashenko c) Donald Trump d) Vladimir Putin Ans: ...

1.Which world leader issued a stern warning that the United States providing Tomahawk cruise missiles to Ukraine could precipitate a 'nuclear war'? a) Volodymyr Zelensky b) Alexander Lukashenko c) Donald Trump d) Vladimir Putin Ans: b) Alexander Lukashenko 2.In which country was Safaa al Mashhadani, a candidate for the Sunni Sovereignty Alliance and Baghdad Provincial Council member, assassinated, with Iranian-backed fighters suspected? a) Syria b) Yemen c) Iraq d) Lebanon Ans: c) Iraq 3.Which two countries recently agreed to a 48-hour ceasefire following border skirmishes that claimed lives of troops and civilians? a) India and Pakistan b) Russia and Ukraine c) Pakistan and Afghanistan d) Israel and Palestine Ans: c) Pakistan and Afghanistan 4.India was recently elected unopposed to which United Nations body for the 2026–28 term, marking its seventh tenure? a) UN Security Council b) UN Human Rights Council c) International Court of Justice d) UN General Assembly Ans: b) UN Human Rights Council 5.Which two countries have agreed to establish a joint AI safety center in London to monitor risks associated with advanced artificial intelligence? a) United States and United Kingdom b) Germany and France c) Britain and Japan d) China and Russia Ans: c) Britain and Japan 6.Which two Middle Eastern nations launched their first collaborative space mission dedicated to studying the lunar surface composition? a) Saudi Arabia and Egypt b) Israel and the United Arab Emirates c) Turkey and Qatar d) Iran and Oman Ans: b) Israel and the United Arab Emirates 7.According to the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) October 2025 World Economic Outlook report, what is the raised growth forecast for India for FY26? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.6% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.6% 8.India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) is set to expand its global footprint by launching in which country, following an MoU between NPCI International and NTT DATA? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Japan d) Australia Ans: c) Japan 9.A new UN report warned that global hunger levels are at their highest since what year, with over 780 million people facing food insecurity in 2025? a) 2005 b) 2008 c) 2011 d) 2015 Ans: c) 2011 10.World Anaesthesia Day is observed annually on which date, commemorating the first successful use of ether anesthesia in 1846? a) October 10th b) October 16th c) October 24th d) November 1st Ans: b) October 16th 11.What was the theme for World Food Day, observed on October 16th, which focused on food security and sustainable agriculture? a) Climate Action for Food Security b) Sustainable Food Systems for a Healthy Planet c) Zero Hunger: Our Future is in Our Hands d) Water is Life, Water is Food. Leave No One Behind. Ans: b) Sustainable Food Systems for a Healthy Planet 12.What is the primary point of contention between Israel and Hamas mentioned in the text, leading to threats of renewed military operations? a) Border disputes b) Control over water resources c) Violations of a truce and delays in the return of hostages d) Religious site access Ans: c) Violations of a truce and delays in the return of hostages

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1.Which organization hosted the United Nations Troops Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Conclave 2025? a) Ministry of External Affairs b) Indian Army c) United Nations Peacekeeping Department d) Ministry of Defence Ans: b) Indian Army ...

1.Which organization hosted the United Nations Troops Contributing Countries (UNTCC) Conclave 2025? a) Ministry of External Affairs b) Indian Army c) United Nations Peacekeeping Department d) Ministry of Defence Ans: b) Indian Army 2.What did External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar emphasize regarding global peacekeeping efforts at the UNTCC Conclave 2025? a) Increasing the number of peacekeepers significantly b) Reducing the budget allocated for peacekeeping missions c) Recalibrating with realistic mandates, better technology, and enhanced safety d) Focusing solely on conflict resolution without military intervention Ans: c) Recalibrating with realistic mandates, better technology, and enhanced safety 3.According to India's Ministry of External Affairs, what is the primary consideration for India's energy sourcing decisions? a) Geopolitical alliances with major powers b) Historical trade relations with oil-producing nations c) The country's consumer interests and market conditions d) Adherence to international sanctions on specific countries Ans: c) The country's consumer interests and market conditions 4.India recently participated in discussions on the situation in Afghanistan with which group of nations? a) SAARC member states b) European Union countries c) Central Asian nations d) G7 countries Ans: c) Central Asian nations 5.India's first hydrogen-powered train was unveiled in which city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Varanasi d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Varanasi 6.The launch of India's first hydrogen-powered train is a significant step towards which of the following initiatives? a) Digital India and skill development b) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and sanitation c) Make in India and green mobility d) Smart Cities Mission and urban planning Ans: c) Make in India and green mobility 7.The Supreme Court recently reaffirmed the Right to Privacy in the digital age, stating that citizens' digital data cannot be accessed without what? a) A government executive order b) Due legal process c) Consent from a public official d) A national security directive Ans: b) Due legal process 8.The Supreme Court dismissed Telangana's plea against a High Court order concerning reservation, citing a 50% ceiling on total reservations for which type of elections? a) State Assembly elections b) Parliamentary elections c) Local body elections d) Presidential elections Ans: c) Local body elections 9.What is the primary focus of ISRO's upcoming Chandrayaan-4 mission, scheduled for December 2025? a) Studying the Sun's atmosphere and solar flares b) Establishing a robotic lunar base for future manned exploration c) Exploring Mars for signs of ancient life d) Deploying a new generation of communication satellites Ans: b) Establishing a robotic lunar base for future manned exploration 10.The IndiaAI Face Authentication Challenge was launched with the aim of developing what? a) A new social media platform for government communication b) Secure, accurate AI-based image verification for public examinations c) An AI-powered language translation tool for diplomatic relations d) A facial recognition system for national border security Ans: b) Secure, accurate AI-based image verification for public examinations 11.What was the approximate record addition of solar and wind power capacity in India during the first nine months of 2025? a) 15 GW b) 25 GW c) 34.4 GW d) 45 GW Ans: c) 34.4 GW 12.As of the recent report, what is India's total renewable energy capacity? a) 150.50 GW b) 200.00 GW c) 247.30 GW d) 300.75 GW Ans: c) 247.30 GW 13.When is the pre-test for the first phase of the Census scheduled to be conducted in select areas? a) October 1-20 b) November 10-30 c) December 1-15 d) January 5-25 Ans: b) November 10-30 14.According to Union Minister Amit Shah, which region in Bastar has been declared Naxal-free? a) South Bastar b) East Bastar c) North Bastar's Abujhmarh d) West Bastar Ans: c) North Bastar's Abujhmarh 15.Which international organization issued a global alert regarding three Indian cough syrups (Coldrif, ReLife, and Respifresh TR) due to toxic contamination? a) UNICEF b) World Bank c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) International Red Cross Ans: c) World Health Organization (WHO) 16.A key feature of the offline digital rupee (e₹) recently launched by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is its ability to facilitate payments without the need for what? a) A bank account b) Internet connectivity c) A smartphone d) Any form of identification Ans: b) Internet connectivity

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1.Who sanctioned the 100% increase in financial assistance across several welfare schemes for ex-servicemen and their dependents? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Defence Minister Rajnath Sing...

1.Who sanctioned the 100% increase in financial assistance across several welfare schemes for ex-servicemen and their dependents? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh d) Home Minister Amit Shah Ans: c) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh 2.The enhanced financial assistance for ex-servicemen and their dependents is managed by which department through the Kendriya Sainik Board? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare c) Ministry of Finance d) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Ans: b) Department of Ex-Servicemen Welfare 3.From which date will the increased financial assistance for ex-servicemen and their dependents take effect for new applications? a) October 1, 2025 b) November 1, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) December 1, 2025 Ans: b) November 1, 2025 4.The total annual financial implication of the revised welfare schemes for ex-servicemen will be met from which fund? a) National Defence Fund b) Prime Minister's Relief Fund c) Armed Forces Flag Day Fund d) Consolidated Fund of India Ans: c) Armed Forces Flag Day Fund 5.What is the new monthly Penury Grant amount for aged and non-pensioner ex-servicemen and their widows over 65 years of age? a) ₹4,000 b) ₹6,000 c) ₹8,000 d) ₹10,000 Ans: c) ₹8,000 6.Under the revised welfare schemes, what is the increased Education Grant per month per head for eligible dependent children of ex-servicemen? a) ₹1,000 b) ₹1,500 c) ₹2,000 d) ₹2,500 Ans: c) ₹2,000 7.What is the revised Marriage Grant amount per beneficiary for eligible daughters of ex-servicemen or for widow remarriage? a) ₹50,000 b) ₹75,000 c) ₹1,00,000 d) ₹1,25,000 Ans: c) ₹1,00,000 8.World Food Day is observed annually on which date? a) October 10 b) October 16 c) November 1 d) December 5 Ans: b) October 16 9.Which of the following acts is identified as a cornerstone of India's food security framework, guaranteeing access to highly subsidized foodgrains? a) Essential Commodities Act, 1955 b) National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013 c) Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006 d) Public Distribution System (Control) Order, 2001 Ans: b) National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013 10.For how many additional years has the Central Government extended the free distribution of foodgrains under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) from January 1, 2024? a) 2 years b) 3 years c) 4 years d) 5 years Ans: d) 5 years 11.What was the former name of the PM POSHAN (POshan SHAkti Nirman) Scheme? a) National Programme for Nutritional Support to Primary Education b) Mid-Day Meal Scheme c) National Programme of Mid-Day Meal in Schools d) Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) Ans: c) National Programme of Mid-Day Meal in Schools 12.Until which year has the universal supply of fortified rice under all central government schemes been approved? a) December 2025 b) December 2026 c) December 2027 d) December 2028 Ans: d) December 2028 13.The 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses' aims to significantly boost domestic pulse production and benefit nearly two crore pulse farmers. When was this mission launched? a) October 11, 2024 b) October 11, 2025 c) January 1, 2025 d) April 1, 2026 Ans: b) October 11, 2025 14.What is the primary purpose of the 'Bharat Atta' and 'Bharat Rice' initiatives under the Open Market Sale Scheme Domestic (OMSS-D) policy? a) To promote organic farming b) To provide subsidized foodgrains to general consumers c) To export surplus foodgrains d) To encourage crop diversification Ans: b) To provide subsidized foodgrains to general consumers 15.Which financial regulatory body transitioned to a continuous cheque clearing method from October 1, 2025? a) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) d) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) Ans: b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 16.What significant flexibility was introduced for non-government investors in the National Pension System (NPS) from October 1, 2025? a) Unlimited withdrawals without penalty b) Option to invest up to 100% in equities c) Guaranteed fixed returns d) Exemption from all taxes Ans: b) Option to invest up to 100% in equities 17.New online gaming regulations effective October 1, 2025, ban which type of applications? a) All online games b) E-sports and skill-based games c) Real-money betting and gambling applications d) Educational gaming apps Ans: c) Real-money betting and gambling applications 18.From October 1, 2025, what specific changes were mandated for banks concerning locker services? a) Elimination of all locker charges b) Mandatory updated locker agreements and revised charges c) Automatic locker assignment to all account holders d) Complete ban on new locker rentals Ans: b) Mandatory updated locker agreements and revised charges 19.The introduction of stricter authentication norms for online transactions and more detailed 'Know Your Customer' (KYC) procedures for digital services aims to achieve which primary goal? a) To increase government revenue b) To reduce fraud and strengthen security c) To limit access to digital services d) To promote cash transactions Ans: b) To reduce fraud and strengthen security 20.Which of the following is a new environmental regulation that came into force from October 1, 2025, affecting households? a) Mandatory adoption of solar panels b) Prohibition of private vehicle ownership c) Mandatory waste segregation and e-waste disposal d) Ban on all plastic products Ans: c) Mandatory waste segregation and e-waste disposal 21.Regarding consumer rights in e-commerce, what was expanded from October 1, 2025? a) Rights of sellers to set their own terms b) Rights of buyers, including faster refunds and clearer return policies c) Rights of manufacturers only d) Rights related to physical stores only Ans: b) Rights of buyers, including faster refunds and clearer return policies

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1.Who is captaining the Indian ODI team for the first time during the current tour to Australia? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.Which player, captaining Jharkhand, scor...

1.Who is captaining the Indian ODI team for the first time during the current tour to Australia? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.Which player, captaining Jharkhand, scored an unbeaten century against Tamil Nadu in the recently commenced Ranji Trophy 2025 season? a) Sarfaraz Khan b) Ishan Kishan c) Prithvi Shaw d) Musheer Khan Ans: b) Ishan Kishan 3.For what reason did the International Cricket Council (ICC) fine the India Women's team, led by Harmanpreet Kaur, during the 2025 Women's Cricket World Cup? a) Code of conduct violation b) Slow over-rate c) Batting out of order d) Excessive appealing Ans: b) Slow over-rate 4.Which two countries are slated to co-host the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup, for which Nepal and Oman have qualified? a) Australia and New Zealand b) India and Sri Lanka c) England and Wales d) South Africa and Zimbabwe Ans: b) India and Sri Lanka 5.Which Indian city has been recommended by the Executive Board of Commonwealth Sport as the proposed host for the 2030 Centenary Commonwealth Games? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 6.If approved, Ahmedabad would become the second Indian city to host the Commonwealth Games. Which city previously hosted the event in 2010? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 7.Which Indian city hosted the IndianOil World Para Athletics Championships 2025, marking the first time India hosted an event of such magnitude? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 8.How many medals did India achieve at the IndianOil World Para Athletics Championships 2025 hosted in New Delhi? a) 15 b) 18 c) 22 d) 25 Ans: c) 22 9.Which city hosted the BWF World Junior Championships 2025, where Indian shuttlers like Tanvi Sharma and Unnati Hooda advanced to the pre-quarterfinals? a) Hyderabad b) Lucknow c) Guwahati d) Pune Ans: c) Guwahati 10.In which tournament did the Indian junior men's hockey team suffer its first defeat against Australia, as mentioned in the news? a) Azlan Shah Cup b) Sultan of Johor Cup c) Hockey World Cup d) Asia Cup Ans: b) Sultan of Johor Cup 11.Veteran Indian shooter Zoravar Singh Sandhu is mentioned as competing in which international event? a) Olympic Games b) ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025 c) Asian Games d) Commonwealth Games Ans: b) ISSF World Championship Shotgun 2025 12.The USD 4 million DP World India Championship, a golf tournament, is set to be held at which venue? a) Royal Calcutta Golf Club b) Delhi Golf Club c) Karnataka Golf Association d) Aamby Valley Golf Course Ans: b) Delhi Golf Club 13.Besides Shubman Gill, which two seasoned players are mentioned as part of the Indian ODI squad departing for Australia? a) Ravindra Jadeja and Jasprit Bumrah b) Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul c) Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli d) Shreyas Iyer and Mohammed Shami Ans: c) Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli 14.Who is the Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports who hailed Ahmedabad's recommendation to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) Anurag Thakur b) Kiren Rijiju c) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya d) Sarbananda Sonowal Ans: c) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya 15.The recommendation for Ahmedabad to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games is seen as boosting India's ambitions to host which major sporting event in 2036? a) FIFA World Cup b) Summer Olympic Games c) Winter Olympic Games d) Asian Games Ans: b) Summer Olympic Games 16.Which two countries successfully qualified for the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup, which will be co-hosted by India and Sri Lanka? a) UAE and Scotland b) Ireland and Netherlands c) Nepal and Oman d) USA and Canada Ans: c) Nepal and Oman

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1.Which city has been chosen to host India's most powerful 30-petaflop supercomputer? a) Hyderabad b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: b) Bengaluru 2.Which organization is executing the project for India's new 30-petaflop...

1.Which city has been chosen to host India's most powerful 30-petaflop supercomputer? a) Hyderabad b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: b) Bengaluru 2.Which organization is executing the project for India's new 30-petaflop supercomputer under the National Supercomputing Mission? a) ISRO b) DRDO c) C-DAC d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) C-DAC 3.What is ISRO's ambitious target year for a human landing on the Moon? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2040 4.The maiden human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, is targeted for launch in which year? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2028 Ans: c) 2027 5.Which half-humanoid robot is planned to be part of the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, targeted for December 2025? a) AstroBot b) Vyommitra c) SpaceMate d) SkyBot Ans: b) Vyommitra 6.Which organization has been instrumental in integrating private players into India's national space framework, leading to rapid growth in the private space ecosystem? a) DRDO b) IN-SPACe c) C-DAC d) Antrix Corporation Ans: b) IN-SPACe 7.What is the name of India's first multi-sensor Earth observation satellite launched by a private initiative, as mentioned in the content? a) Mission Shakti b) Mission Drishti c) SpaceEye-1 d) Saral Ans: b) Mission Drishti 8.By what year is the Indian biotechnology sector projected to grow to $300 billion, driven by the BIO-E3 policy? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: b) 2030 9.The dhaRti BioNEST Incubation Centre, a catalyst for biotech and deep-tech innovation, was inaugurated at which IIT? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Delhi c) IIT Dharwad d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Dharwad 10.Which state is emerging as a global hub for Life Sciences and MedTech, aiming for a $250 billion Life Sciences economy by 2030? a) Karnataka b) Maharashtra c) Tamil Nadu d) Telangana Ans: d) Telangana 11.Bharti Airtel announced a strategic partnership with which global technology company to augment its Airtel Cloud services and accelerate digital innovation for Indian enterprises? a) Microsoft b) Amazon c) Google d) IBM Ans: d) IBM 12.'Vidyut Swasthya', an innovation showcased by CSIR-NIIST, is a pedal-assisted exercise system that converts human energy into which form? a) Mechanical energy b) Electrical energy c) Thermal energy d) Kinetic energy Ans: b) Electrical energy 13.What is the target year for the establishment of a national space station by ISRO? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2035

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1.What factors primarily contributed to the Indian equity market's rebound on October 15, 2025? a) Global optimism and rising crude oil prices b) Global optimism and declining crude oil prices c) Domestic policy changes and increased...

1.What factors primarily contributed to the Indian equity market's rebound on October 15, 2025? a) Global optimism and rising crude oil prices b) Global optimism and declining crude oil prices c) Domestic policy changes and increased foreign investment d) Strong rupee and export growth Ans: b) Global optimism and declining crude oil prices 2.Which sectoral index emerged as the top gainer during the Indian equity market rebound mentioned in the text? a) Nifty PSU Bank b) Nifty Metal c) Nifty Realty d) Nifty IT Ans: c) Nifty Realty 3.What was identified as the primary driver for India's widening merchandise trade deficit in September 2025? a) A significant drop in exports b) A substantial increase in imports c) Decreased foreign direct investment d) Higher tariffs on Indian goods Ans: b) A substantial increase in imports 4.Which specific type of imports was a major contributor to the jump in inbound shipments, leading to a wider trade deficit? a) Petroleum imports b) Gold imports c) Non-petroleum imports d) Capital goods imports Ans: c) Non-petroleum imports 5.What strategy is India indicating a willingness to adopt to accelerate trade agreements and reduce its trade surplus with the US? a) Increasing tariffs on US goods b) Reducing imports from the US c) Increasing oil purchases from the US d) Seeking WTO mediation Ans: c) Increasing oil purchases from the US 6.Who is the Commerce Secretary mentioned in the context of upcoming trade talks with the US? a) Piyush Goyal b) Sanjay Malhotra c) Rajesh Agrawal d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: c) Rajesh Agrawal 7.Which international organization upgraded India's GDP growth forecast for the current year to 6.6%? a) World Bank b) Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) d) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Ans: c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) 8.What was the IMF's revised GDP growth forecast for India for the current year? a) 6.4% b) 6.6% c) 6.8% d) 7.8% Ans: b) 6.6% 9.Who attributed India's strong economic momentum to the robust 7.8% GDP growth recorded in the first quarter of FY26? a) RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra b) Commerce Secretary Rajesh Agrawal c) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal d) Finance Minister Ans: c) Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal 10.What was the primary reason cited for the Indian Rupee's steepest rise in four months on October 15, 2025? a) Increased foreign direct investment b) Export growth c) Substantial dollar sales by the RBI d) Government policy changes Ans: c) Substantial dollar sales by the RBI 11.Which Indian IT services company secured a major 15-year deal worth £1.2 billion from the UK's NHSBSA? a) TCS b) Tech Mahindra c) Persistent Systems d) Infosys Ans: d) Infosys 12.Which company announced plans to retrain approximately one lakh employees annually to adapt to artificial intelligence (AI) advancements? a) Infosys b) Tech Mahindra c) TCS d) Persistent Systems Ans: c) TCS 13.What was the primary reason for Axis Bank's Q2 net profit decline as stated in the corporate news? a) Increased operational costs b) Lower revenue growth c) Higher provisions advised by the RBI d) Decreased loan demand Ans: c) Higher provisions advised by the RBI 14.Which electric two-wheeler brand, an electric arm of Hero MotoCorp, surpassed Ola Electric to become India's fourth-largest manufacturer in October? a) Ather Energy b) Revolt Motors c) Vida d) Tork Motors Ans: c) Vida 15.Which company received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) for its ₹17,000 crore acquisition of Jaiprakash Associates Limited? a) Tata Motors b) Eternal (Zomato) c) Vedanta d) Bajaj Finserv Ans: c) Vedanta 16.Which country filed a complaint against India in the World Trade Organization (WTO) concerning EV and battery subsidies? a) United States b) China c) European Union d) Japan Ans: b) China 17.Which regulatory body barred eight individuals from capital markets for alleged insider trading in Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) shares? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) d) Competition Commission of India (CCI) Ans: c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) 18.What trend was observed in India's unemployment rate in September, particularly concerning rural areas? a) It decreased significantly b) It remained stable c) It inched up with a notable rise in rural areas d) It decreased in rural areas but increased in urban areas Ans: c) It inched up with a notable rise in rural areas

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1.What percentage of the stipulated daily aid trucks did Israel reportedly inform the United Nations it would permit into Gaza, contributing to the ceasefire strain? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.Which US Presid...

1.What percentage of the stipulated daily aid trucks did Israel reportedly inform the United Nations it would permit into Gaza, contributing to the ceasefire strain? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.Which US President issued a stern warning to Hamas, threatening that the United States would disarm the group if it did not do so itself? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 3.Besides humanitarian aid disputes, what was another key component of the Gaza ceasefire deal that Israel accused Hamas of delaying? a) Release of all Palestinian prisoners b) Return of deceased captives c) Demolition of tunnels d) Cessation of rocket fire Ans: b) Return of deceased captives 4.What was a primary reason cited for the US federal government shutdown extending into its 15th day? a) Disagreement over defense spending b) Republicans resisting extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies c) Debate on infrastructure projects d) Failure to pass a new immigration bill Ans: b) Republicans resisting extension of Affordable Care Act subsidies 5.According to the Henley Passport Index, for the first time in two decades, the US passport has dropped out of which global ranking category? a) Top 5 b) Top 10 c) Top 15 d) Top 20 Ans: b) Top 10 6.The US passport now shares its global ranking of 12th place with which other country, according to the latest Henley Passport Index? a) Canada b) South Korea c) Malaysia d) United Kingdom Ans: c) Malaysia 7.What was the approximate value of Bitcoin seized by the U.S. government in a recent global cryptocurrency scam bust? a) $5 billion b) $10 billion c) $15 billion d) $20 billion Ans: c) $15 billion 8.Who is the founder and chairman of the Cambodian business conglomerate Prince Holding Group, accused in the recent global cryptocurrency scam bust? a) Li Wei b) Chen Zhi c) Wang Feng d) Kim Jong Ans: b) Chen Zhi 9.Pakistan and Afghanistan recently agreed to a ceasefire of what duration following border skirmishes? a) 12 hours b) 24 hours c) 48 hours d) 72 hours Ans: c) 48 hours 10.India was elected unopposed to the UN Human Rights Council for which term? a) 2024–2026 b) 2025–2027 c) 2026–2028 d) 2027–2029 Ans: c) 2026–2028 11.The recent election marks India's what tenure on the UN Human Rights Council? a) Fifth b) Sixth c) Seventh d) Eighth Ans: c) Seventh 12.Jeep parent company Stellantis announced a significant investment plan for its U.S. auto manufacturing operations. What is the value of this investment? a) $8 billion b) $10 billion c) $13 billion d) $15 billion Ans: c) $13 billion 13.How many new jobs does Stellantis anticipate creating in its domestic workforce with its $13 billion U.S. investment plan? a) Over 1,000 b) Over 2,500 c) Over 5,000 d) Over 10,000 Ans: c) Over 5,000 14.Pro-Palestinian protesters clashed with authorities in which country during a World Cup qualifying soccer match between Italy and Israel? a) France b) Germany c) Italy d) Spain Ans: c) Italy 15.During the US federal government shutdown, President Trump's administration had already frozen or canceled how much in projects in Democratic-led areas? a) Over $10 billion b) Over $15 billion c) Over $20 billion d) Over $27 billion Ans: d) Over $27 billion

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1.Where was India's first hydrogen-powered train inaugurated? a) New Delhi b) Varanasi c) Mumbai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Varanasi 2.Under which program was India's first hydrogen-powered train developed? a) Digital Ind...

1.Where was India's first hydrogen-powered train inaugurated? a) New Delhi b) Varanasi c) Mumbai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Varanasi 2.Under which program was India's first hydrogen-powered train developed? a) Digital India b) Skill India c) Make in India d) Start-up India Ans: c) Make in India 3.What is the target for increasing renewable energy usage by 2035 under the Green Bharat Mission? a) 50% b) 60% c) 65% d) 75% Ans: c) 65% 4.In which Indian city did Google inaugurate its AI Hub? a) Hyderabad b) Bengaluru c) Visakhapatnam d) Chennai Ans: c) Visakhapatnam 5.What was the Supreme Court's ruling regarding citizens' digital data access? a) It can be accessed with government permission. b) It can be accessed for national security reasons. c) It cannot be accessed without due legal process. d) It is publicly accessible information. Ans: c) It cannot be accessed without due legal process. 6.What significant decision did the Supreme Court make regarding women in the defence forces? a) Permitted women to join only specific non-combat roles. b) Upheld women's right to permanent commission in all branches. c) Restricted women's entry to officer ranks only. d) Mandated equal pay for women in defence forces. Ans: b) Upheld women's right to permanent commission in all branches. 7.According to the latest CMIE report, what was India's unemployment rate, marking its lowest in seven years? a) 7.2% b) 6.1% c) 5.5% d) 4.8% Ans: b) 6.1% 8.What was the updated growth forecast for India for 2025 by the IMF in its October 2025 World Economic Outlook? a) 6.0% b) 6.3% c) 6.6% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.6% 9.Who is the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka who recently visited New Delhi for high-level meetings? a) Ranil Wickremesinghe b) Mahinda Rajapaksa c) Harini Amarasuriya d) Maithripala Sirisena Ans: c) Harini Amarasuriya 10.Where did India conduct its inaugural bilateral naval exercises with South Korea? a) Kochi Naval Base b) Busan Naval Harbour c) Malacca Strait d) Jeju Island Ans: b) Busan Naval Harbour 11.Which country does India conduct the military exercise 'AUSTRAHIND 2025' with? a) Austria b) Australia c) United States d) United Kingdom Ans: b) Australia 12.Which country does India conduct the military exercise 'INDRA 2025' with? a) Indonesia b) Iran c) Israel d) Russia Ans: d) Russia 13.According to Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, what is India poised to lead the world in? a) High-speed rail manufacturing b) Rail technology systems c) Railway station modernization d) Freight corridor development Ans: b) Rail technology systems 14.The 16th International Railway Equipment Exhibition (IREE) was held in which prominent venue? a) Pragati Maidan b) India Expo Mart c) Bharat Mandapam d) Vigyan Bhavan Ans: c) Bharat Mandapam 15.What decision did Jan Suraaj Party founder Prashant Kishor announce regarding the Bihar Assembly polls? a) He would contest from multiple constituencies. b) He would form an alliance with a major party. c) He decided not to contest the polls. d) He would be the Chief Ministerial candidate. Ans: c) He decided not to contest the polls.

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1.Which of the following initiatives was launched on the fourth anniversary of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan to open the platform to the private sector? a) PMGS District Master Plan (DMP) b) PM GatiShakti – Offshore c) PM Ga...

1.Which of the following initiatives was launched on the fourth anniversary of the PM GatiShakti National Master Plan to open the platform to the private sector? a) PMGS District Master Plan (DMP) b) PM GatiShakti – Offshore c) PM GatiShakti Public d) LEAPS 2025 Ans: c) PM GatiShakti Public 2.The 'PM GatiShakti – Offshore' initiative is a dedicated digital platform primarily for the integrated planning and management of which sector? a) Urban infrastructure development b) Offshore development across sectors like wind farms and marine resources c) Logistics excellence and performance d) Aspirational Districts' infrastructure Ans: b) Offshore development across sectors like wind farms and marine resources 3.The 'PMGS District Master Plan (DMP)' was introduced to strengthen data-driven local infrastructure development in which specific category of districts? a) Smart Cities b) Metropolitan Districts c) Aspirational Districts d) Coastal Districts Ans: c) Aspirational Districts 4.What is the main objective of 'LEAPS 2025' which was unveiled alongside other PM GatiShakti initiatives? a) To provide financial support for green energy projects b) To recognize innovation and leadership in the logistics sector c) To develop new port infrastructure d) To streamline customs procedures for international trade Ans: b) To recognize innovation and leadership in the logistics sector 5.What new credit facility has been introduced for active Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) account holders for 2025? a) A collateral-free loan of ₹5,000 b) A credit facility of up to ₹10,000 c) A micro-insurance policy of ₹20,000 d) A direct benefit transfer of ₹1,000 Ans: b) A credit facility of up to ₹10,000 6.The new credit facility under PMJDY is primarily aimed at providing accessible financial support to which groups? a) Large corporations and wealthy individuals b) Government employees and pensioners c) Small traders, workers, and low-income households d) Non-resident Indians Ans: c) Small traders, workers, and low-income households 7.Which state recently announced plans for a new, comprehensive Urban Redevelopment Policy to holistically rejuvenate its cities? a) Delhi b) Maharashtra c) Uttar Pradesh d) Karnataka Ans: c) Uttar Pradesh 8.Which of the following is a key priority of Uttar Pradesh's new Urban Redevelopment Policy? a) Mandatory demolition of all old structures b) Exclusive reliance on government funding c) Promotion of private investment and a single-window approval system d) Relocation of all affected families outside city limits Ans: c) Promotion of private investment and a single-window approval system 9.The Delhi government's new water service scheme offers a 100% waiver on Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC) for outstanding water bills if the principal amount is cleared by what date? a) March 31, 2026 b) December 31, 2025 c) January 31, 2026 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: c) January 31, 2026 10.Under Delhi's new scheme for regularizing unauthorized water and sewer connections, what is the reduced penalty for a domestic connection? a) ₹25,000 b) ₹1,000 c) ₹5,000 d) ₹61,000 Ans: b) ₹1,000 11.India resumed all categories of international postal services to which country from October 15, 2025, after a nearly two-month suspension? a) United Kingdom b) United Arab Emirates c) United States of America d) Australia Ans: c) United States of America 12.What new compliant mechanism has been established by the Department of Posts for international services to the USA, involving upfront collection of customs duties? a) Cash on Delivery (COD) b) Delivery Duty Unpaid (DDU) c) Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) processing d) Free On Board (FOB) Ans: c) Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) processing 13.As of July 2025, the installed residential rooftop solar capacity under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana (PMSGY) represents what percentage of its ambitious target of 1 crore household installations? a) 4.9% b) 100% c) 13% d) 57.9% Ans: c) 13% 14.Which of the following is identified as a key challenge hindering the broader adoption of the PM Surya Ghar Rooftop Solar Scheme? a) High cost of solar panels b) Lack of government subsidies c) Low consumer awareness and access to finance d) Insufficient solar radiation in India Ans: c) Low consumer awareness and access to finance 15.Which scheme, launched by the Ministry of Civil Aviation on a pilot basis with Alliance Air, aims to offer fixed airfares on select routes to reduce price fluctuations? a) UDAN Scheme b) Air Sewa Scheme c) Fare Se Fursat d) Regional Connectivity Scheme Ans: c) Fare Se Fursat 16.NITI Aayog recently released a report titled 'India's Blue Economy: Strategy for Harnessing Deep-Sea and Offshore Fisheries.' This report focuses on which aspect of India's economy? a) Renewable Energy b) Textile Industry c) Marine Resources and Fisheries d) Digital Infrastructure Ans: c) Marine Resources and Fisheries 17.What significant regulatory change came into effect for the National Pension System (NPS) from October 1, 2025, specifically for non-government investors? a) Mandatory withdrawal of funds at age 60 b) Restriction on equity investment to 50% c) Allowing 100% equity investment d) Introduction of a new pension fund manager Ans: c) Allowing 100% equity investment 18.From October 1, 2025, a regulatory change regarding online gaming came into effect, which primarily involves: a) Promoting all forms of online gaming b) Banning real-money betting c) Introducing new gaming taxes d) Regulating game content for children Ans: b) Banning real-money betting 19.The 21st installment of which scheme, providing ₹2,000 to eligible farmers, has commenced disbursement in several states? a) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana b) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana c) Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana d) PM Jan Dhan Yojana Ans: b) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana

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1.The Indian men's football team recently failed to qualify for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup after a defeat against which country? a) Pakistan b) China c) Singapore d) Malaysia Ans: c) Singapore 2.Following their failure to qualif...

1.The Indian men's football team recently failed to qualify for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup after a defeat against which country? a) Pakistan b) China c) Singapore d) Malaysia Ans: c) Singapore 2.Following their failure to qualify for the 2027 AFC Asian Cup, what was India's final standing in Group C? a) Top b) Second c) Third d) Bottom Ans: d) Bottom 3.The Indian men's cricket team recently secured a comprehensive 2-0 Test series sweep against which opponent? a) Australia b) England c) West Indies d) South Africa Ans: c) West Indies 4.Who captained the Indian men's cricket team to their recent 2-0 Test series victory against the West Indies, marking his first series win as captain? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 5.Who was named Player of the Match in the second Test against West Indies for his eight-wicket haul, contributing to India's series victory? a) Yashasvi Jaiswal b) Kuldeep Yadav c) KL Rahul d) Ravindra Jadeja Ans: b) Kuldeep Yadav 6.The Indian men's cricket team's recent Test series victory against the West Indies marked a significant milestone. What was this achievement? a) Their first-ever Test series win against the West Indies b) Their 5th consecutive Test series win against the West Indies c) Their 10th consecutive Test series win against the West Indies d) Their first Test series win in the West Indies in 20 years Ans: c) Their 10th consecutive Test series win against the West Indies 7.Which BCCI Vice President recently denied rumors surrounding the retirement of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma after the upcoming Australia tour? a) Jay Shah b) Sourav Ganguly c) Rajiv Shukla d) Roger Binny Ans: c) Rajiv Shukla 8.The Indian junior men's hockey team recently played a 3-3 draw against arch-rivals Pakistan in which tournament? a) Asia Cup Hockey b) Sultan Azlan Shah Cup c) Sultan of Johor Cup d) Hockey World Cup Ans: c) Sultan of Johor Cup 9.In the Asian TT Quarterfinals, against which country did the Indian women's table tennis team face a defeat? a) China b) Japan c) South Korea d) Singapore Ans: d) Singapore

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1.Google has announced its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) hub in India will be established in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Mumbai d) Visakhapatnam Ans: d) Visakhapatnam 2.What is the approximate investment Go...

1.Google has announced its first Artificial Intelligence (AI) hub in India will be established in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Mumbai d) Visakhapatnam Ans: d) Visakhapatnam 2.What is the approximate investment Google plans to make over the next five years to establish its AI hub in Visakhapatnam? a) $5 billion b) $10 billion c) $15 billion d) $20 billion Ans: c) $15 billion 3.Which Union Minister described Google's initiative to establish an AI hub in Visakhapatnam as a 'transformative step' for India's digital economy? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Piyush Goyal d) S. Jaishankar Ans: b) Ashwini Vaishnaw 4.The International Bharat6G Symposium 2025 saw the issuance of which significant declaration concerning 6G development? a) Global 6G Charter b) Delhi Declaration on 6G c) India 6G Vision d) Telecom Future Accord Ans: b) Delhi Declaration on 6G 5.India recently announced the establishment of the India-UK Connectivity and Innovation Centre with which country? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Germany d) Japan Ans: b) United Kingdom 6.The Delhi Declaration on 6G primarily emphasizes the development of 6G as what? a) A commercial enterprise b) A global public good c) A national security tool d) A private network solution Ans: b) A global public good 7.Who was the ISRO Chairman mentioned at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, articulating India's ambition to achieve parity with developed spacefaring nations? a) S. Somanath b) K. Sivan c) V. Narayanan d) A. S. Kiran Kumar Ans: c) V. Narayanan 8.By which year does ISRO aim to achieve parity with developed spacefaring nations in launcher capability, satellite technology, and scientific missions? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 9.What was the theme of India's first-ever Satcom Summit held during the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) Satellite Technology for Defense b) Space Networks for Universal Connectivity c) Global Satellite Communication Standards d) Commercial Satellite Launch Services Ans: b) Space Networks for Universal Connectivity 10.Which Indian regulatory body released an extensive 'Market Study on Artificial Intelligence and Competition' in October 2025? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) c) Competition Commission of India (CCI) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Competition Commission of India (CCI) 11.The Competition Commission of India (CCI) partnered with which institute for its 'Market Study on Artificial Intelligence and Competition'? a) Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Ahmedabad b) Indian School of Business (ISB) Hyderabad c) Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon d) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi Ans: c) Management Development Institute (MDI) Gurgaon 12.Which of the following is NOT one of the flagship Global Impact Challenges under the upcoming India-AI Impact Summit 2026? a) AI for All b) AI by HER c) YUVAi d) AI for Governance Ans: d) AI for Governance 13.Scientists at which Indian institute developed an effective and sensitive method to detect toxic molecules like Rhodamine B using the coffee-ring effect with nanotechnology? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore b) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) Mumbai c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) Bengaluru d) Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics (SINP) Kolkata Ans: c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) Bengaluru 14.What is the name of the Indian alternative to Google Maps, developed by MapmyIndia, that received a strong endorsement from Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw? a) BharatMaps b) DesiNav c) Mappls d) GeoIndia Ans: c) Mappls 15.Which Union Minister's endorsement led to a tenfold increase in downloads for the Indian mapping application 'Mappls'? a) Rajnath Singh b) Amit Shah c) Ashwini Vaishnaw d) Nitin Gadkari Ans: c) Ashwini Vaishnaw

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1.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) upgraded GDP growth projection for India for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26)? a) 6.2% b) 6.4% c) 6.6% d) 7.8% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.According to the IMF, for which fiscal years is In...

1.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) upgraded GDP growth projection for India for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26)? a) 6.2% b) 6.4% c) 6.6% d) 7.8% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.According to the IMF, for which fiscal years is India projected to be the fastest-growing major economy among advanced economies, emerging markets, and developing countries? a) FY25 and FY26 only b) Current and next fiscal years c) FY26 and FY27 only d) Current fiscal year only Ans: b) Current and next fiscal years 3.Which two sectors were primarily responsible for propelling India's 7.8% GDP growth in the April-June quarter (Q2 FY25)? a) Agriculture and mining b) Private consumption and services sector c) Public administration and defense d) Exports and government spending Ans: b) Private consumption and services sector 4.Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as contributing to the sustenance of household spending through the second half of 2025? a) Easier credit conditions b) Resilient rural demand due to strong harvest c) Increasing food inflation d) Modest boost to urban incomes from tax cuts Ans: c) Increasing food inflation 5.What trend is observed in the Indian banking sector regarding credit growth between Public Sector Banks (PSBs) and private lenders? a) Private lenders are significantly outperforming PSBs. b) PSBs are outperforming private lenders in credit growth. c) Both PSBs and private lenders show stagnant credit growth. d) Credit growth data for PSBs and private lenders is unavailable. Ans: b) PSBs are outperforming private lenders in credit growth. 6.According to Financial Services Secretary M Nagaraju, what is a key reason for customers returning to Public Sector Banks (PSBs)? a) Lower interest rates on loans compared to private banks. b) Renewed focus on efficiency, transparency, and trust. c) Aggressive marketing campaigns. d) Government mandates for customers to use PSBs. Ans: b) Renewed focus on efficiency, transparency, and trust. 7.The easing of retail inflation to an eight-year low and the decline in wholesale inflation strengthen the case for which potential action by the Reserve Bank of India? a) Increase in policy rates b) Repo rate cuts c) Introduction of new taxes d) Quantitative easing measures Ans: b) Repo rate cuts 8.Which global tech giant announced an investment of $15 billion to establish India's largest AI Data Centre? a) Microsoft b) Amazon c) Google d) Apple Ans: c) Google 9.In the business and investment landscape, which company received approval from the Competition Commission of India (CCI) to acquire Jaiprakash Associates? a) Reliance Industries b) Tata Group c) Vedanta d) Adani Group Ans: c) Vedanta 10.The India-EFTA trade pact is anticipated to boost investments by how much and generate approximately how many jobs? a) $50 billion and 500,000 jobs b) $75 billion and 750,000 jobs c) $100 billion and one million jobs d) $120 billion and 1.2 million jobs Ans: c) $100 billion and one million jobs 11.What was cited as the primary reason for the decline in Indian stock indices? a) Domestic policy changes b) Global investor unease stemming from US-China tensions c) Significant increase in crude oil prices d) Widespread corporate fraud Ans: b) Global investor unease stemming from US-China tensions 12.Which financial technology firm is set to invest $676.36 million in India with the aim of creating over 800 new jobs and serving 800,000 SMEs? a) Paytm b) PhonePe c) Tide d) BharatPe Ans: c) Tide

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1.Which former U.S. President is credited with facilitating the recent ceasefire deal in Gaza that included Hamas releasing the last 20 surviving hostages? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald...

1.Which former U.S. President is credited with facilitating the recent ceasefire deal in Gaza that included Hamas releasing the last 20 surviving hostages? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 2.How have the United Nations and human rights groups described the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip? a) A stable and improving environment b) A minor inconvenience for residents c) Widespread starvation, malnutrition, and a genocide d) A temporary food shortage Ans: c) Widespread starvation, malnutrition, and a genocide 3.Reports indicate that many Palestinian prisoners released as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal showed signs of what? a) Excellent health and well-being b) Medical neglect and torture c) Recent re-education programs d) Immediate family reunification Ans: b) Medical neglect and torture 4.The President of Madagascar, Andry Rajoelina, reportedly fled the country following protests primarily led by which demographic? a) Senior citizens b) "Gen Z" youth c) Agricultural workers d) Business leaders Ans: b) "Gen Z" youth 5.A key factor that contributed to the President of Madagascar's departure was the support of which group for the demonstrators? a) Foreign diplomats b) Religious leaders c) Soldiers d) International aid organizations Ans: c) Soldiers 6.Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, and Peter Howitt were awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences for their groundbreaking contributions to understanding what? a) The impact of climate change on agriculture b) How innovation drives sustained economic growth c) A new theory of global trade tariffs d) The role of central banks in inflation control Ans: b) How innovation drives sustained economic growth 7.What is the formal name of the Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences? a) The Alfred Nobel Memorial Prize in Economics b) The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel c) The Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences Prize in Economics d) The Bank of Sweden Prize in Economic Innovation Ans: b) The Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel 8.The United Nations has warned that approximately how many people have fled South Sudan this year due to renewed fighting? a) 30,000 b) 100,000 c) 300,000 d) 1,000,000 Ans: c) 300,000 9.What specific event is cited as having intensified the conflict in South Sudan, unraveling a fragile power-sharing agreement? a) A major natural disaster b) The arrest of First Vice President Riek Machar c) A border dispute with a neighboring country d) Economic sanctions imposed by the UN Ans: b) The arrest of First Vice President Riek Machar 10.Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced intentions to impose an additional 100 percent tariff on which country, signaling escalating trade tensions? a) Russia b) Japan c) China d) Germany Ans: c) China 11.Besides tariffs, what new tit-for-tat measure are the U.S. and China reportedly implementing in their escalating economic conflict? a) Travel bans for business executives b) Restrictions on technology exports c) Port fees on ocean shipping firms d) Freezing of foreign assets Ans: c) Port fees on ocean shipping firms 12.Which international organization officially launched the Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects at MONDIACULT 2025? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) c) International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL) d) World Economic Forum (WEF) Ans: b) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) 13.What is the primary purpose of UNESCO's Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects? a) To facilitate the sale of ancient artifacts b) To provide virtual tours of world heritage sites c) To combat illicit trafficking of cultural heritage and raise awareness d) To catalog newly discovered archaeological finds Ans: c) To combat illicit trafficking of cultural heritage and raise awareness 14.What is the ambitious goal of UNESCO's Virtual Museum of Stolen Cultural Objects regarding the items it showcases? a) To permanently store them digitally for preservation b) To sell them at auction for charitable causes c) To gradually "empty itself" as items are recovered and returned to their countries of origin d) To create physical replicas for public display in various museums Ans: c) To gradually "empty itself" as items are recovered and returned to their countries of origin

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1.According to the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) revised forecast, what is India's projected GDP growth rate for 2025? a) 6.2% b) 6.4% c) 6.6% d) 6.8% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.The IMF projects India to become the world's third-l...

1.According to the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) revised forecast, what is India's projected GDP growth rate for 2025? a) 6.2% b) 6.4% c) 6.6% d) 6.8% Ans: c) 6.6% 2.The IMF projects India to become the world's third-largest economy, surpassing which two countries? a) China and Russia b) France and UK c) Japan and Germany d) Brazil and Canada Ans: c) Japan and Germany 3.India resumed international postal services to the United States after a suspension, implementing which new mechanism to collect customs duty? a) Delivered At Place (DAP) b) Cost, Insurance, and Freight (CIF) c) Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) d) Free On Board (FOB) Ans: c) Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) 4.The new Delivery Duty Paid (DDP) mechanism for India-US postal services is primarily aimed at maintaining affordability and boosting exports for which segment? a) Large corporations and conglomerates b) Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) c) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), artisans, and e-commerce sellers d) Government-to-government trade Ans: c) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), artisans, and e-commerce sellers 5.Google announced a $15 billion investment to establish an AI Data Centre in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Chennai d) Visakhapatnam Ans: d) Visakhapatnam 6.Google's $15 billion AI Data Centre project in India aligns with which of the following Indian government visions/missions? a) Make in India and Skill India b) Digital India and AI Mission Bharat c) Startup India and Stand-Up India d) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and Namami Gange Ans: b) Digital India and AI Mission Bharat 7.What is the primary objective of the 'Green Bharat Mission' launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Promoting digital literacy across rural areas b) Accelerating India's renewable energy goals and combating climate change c) Enhancing agricultural productivity through sustainable farming d) Developing smart cities with green infrastructure Ans: b) Accelerating India's renewable energy goals and combating climate change 8.The Supreme Court of India recently made a landmark decision concerning gender equality in the armed services. What was this decision? a) Mandating equal pay for women in all ranks of the armed forces b) Upholding women's right to permanent commission in all branches of the defense forces c) Reserving 33% of all officer posts for women in the armed forces d) Allowing women to serve in combat roles only Ans: b) Upholding women's right to permanent commission in all branches of the defense forces 9.Which Indian private space-tech startup is set to launch 'Mission Drishti', described as the world's first multi-sensor Earth Observation (EO) satellite? a) Skyroot Aerospace b) AgniKul Cosmos c) Bellatrix Aerospace d) GalaxEye Ans: d) GalaxEye 10.'Mission Drishti' by GalaxEye will integrate which two key sensor technologies for real-time geospatial analysis? a) Infrared and Ultraviolet sensors b) X-ray and Gamma-ray sensors c) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and high-resolution optical sensors d) Magnetometer and Gravimeter Ans: c) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and high-resolution optical sensors 11.The Union Minister for Commerce and Industry launched which national benchmarking initiative for India's logistics sector? a) Logistics Performance Index (LPI) India b) Logistics Excellence, Advancement, and Performance Shield (LEAPS) 2025 c) National Logistics Portal (NLP) Bharat d) Integrated Logistics and Supply Chain (ILSC) Program Ans: b) Logistics Excellence, Advancement, and Performance Shield (LEAPS) 2025 12.The launch of LEAPS 2025 for the logistics sector coincided with the 4th Anniversary of which major Indian infrastructure initiative? a) Sagarmala Project b) Bharatmala Pariyojana c) PM GatiShakti d) National Infrastructure Pipeline Ans: c) PM GatiShakti

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1.On which date were a series of new schemes and policy updates, spanning various sectors, largely announced by the Indian government? a) October 13, 2024 b) September 15, 2025 c) October 13, 2025 d) November 1, 2024 Ans: c) October ...

1.On which date were a series of new schemes and policy updates, spanning various sectors, largely announced by the Indian government? a) October 13, 2024 b) September 15, 2025 c) October 13, 2025 d) November 1, 2024 Ans: c) October 13, 2025 2.Which two significant agricultural schemes were launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, representing a combined investment exceeding Rs 35,000 crore? a) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Krishi Sinchai Yojana b) PM Fasal Bima Yojana and Gramin Awaas Yojana c) PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses d) Har Khet Ko Pani and Soil Health Card Scheme Ans: c) PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses 3.What is the targeted number of Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) to be formed under the new agricultural initiatives mentioned in the content? a) Over 5,000 b) Over 10,000 c) Over 15,000 d) Over 20,000 Ans: b) Over 10,000 4.Recent GST reforms have reduced costs for which of the following essential agricultural equipment and inputs? a) Tractors, irrigation tools, organic fertilizers, and bio-pesticides b) Seeds, harvesting machines, and cold storage units c) Agri-processing machinery, dairy equipment, and animal feed d) Crop insurance premiums, warehouse rentals, and transport subsidies Ans: a) Tractors, irrigation tools, organic fertilizers, and bio-pesticides 5.What is the name of Alliance Air's pilot initiative offering a single, fixed airfare on select routes, irrespective of the booking date? a) "Udaan Ki Udaan" b) "Akash Ganga Fixed Fare" c) "Fare Se Fursat" d) "Desh Ka Udan" Ans: c) "Fare Se Fursat" 6.Union Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu Kinjarapu inaugurated the "Fare Se Fursat" Fixed Airfare Scheme, aligning it with the objective of which existing scheme? a) Sagarmala Scheme b) Bharatmala Pariyojana c) UDAN Scheme d) National Civil Aviation Policy Ans: c) UDAN Scheme 7.The Vishwas Scheme, launched by Labour and Employment Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, is designed to reduce litigation by introducing rationalized penal damages under which Act? a) Employees' State Insurance Act b) Minimum Wages Act c) Employees' Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act d) Industrial Disputes Act Ans: c) Employees' Provident Fund and Miscellaneous Provisions Act 8.How many complex rules for EPF partial withdrawal provisions were merged into a single, streamlined regulation by the Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of EPFO? a) Seven b) Ten c) Thirteen d) Fifteen Ans: c) Thirteen 9.After the liberalization of EPF partial withdrawal limits, what is the maximum allowed withdrawal for education purposes, relative to the previous limits? a) Up to 5 times b) Up to 7 times c) Up to 10 times d) Up to 12 times Ans: c) Up to 10 times 10.What is the current minimum PF pension per month that the Cabinet is actively considering a proposal to increase? a) ₹500 b) ₹1,000 c) ₹1,500 d) ₹2,000 Ans: b) ₹1,000 11.The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) announced revised package rates for its empanelled healthcare organizations, effective from which date? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 13, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: b) October 13, 2025 12.Which of the following is NOT one of the three flagship Global AI Impact Challenges opened for applications under the upcoming India-AI Impact Summit 2026? a) AI for All b) AI by HER c) AI for Bharat d) YUVAi Ans: c) AI for Bharat 13.Which initiative, inaugurated by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, saw over three lakh schools participate in India's largest synchronized live school innovation challenge? a) Atal Tinkering Marathon b) National Innovation Challenge 2025 c) Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 d) School Tech Innovators Summit Ans: c) Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025 14.What is the increased crop loss compensation per acre approved by the Punjab Cabinet for farmers, particularly for losses between 76-100%? a) Rs 10,000 b) Rs 15,000 c) Rs 20,000 d) Rs 25,000 Ans: c) Rs 20,000 15.Punjab became the first state to implement such a high rate of crop loss compensation (Rs 20,000 per acre) by funding the additional amount from where? a) Central Government grants b) International aid organizations c) State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) only d) Its own state treasury, beyond SDRF Ans: d) Its own state treasury, beyond SDRF 16.The Punjab Cabinet approved a policy for allotting sites to cooperative societies for multi-storey flats, known as what? a) Punjab Affordable Housing Scheme 2025 b) Group Housing Scheme – 2025 c) Urban Development Cooperative Policy d) Integrated Housing Project Punjab Ans: b) Group Housing Scheme – 2025 17.What amendment was approved by the Punjab Cabinet regarding the Punjab Minor Mineral Rules, 2013? a) To ban mineral extraction in certain areas b) To reduce royalty rates for miners c) To levy fees on vehicles carrying minerals d) To privatize all mineral extraction operations Ans: c) To levy fees on vehicles carrying minerals

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1.Which West Indies batsmen scored centuries in their second innings against India in the Delhi Test match mentioned in the news? a) John Campbell and Kraigg Brathwaite b) Shai Hope and Jermaine Blackwood c) John Campbell and Shai Ho...

1.Which West Indies batsmen scored centuries in their second innings against India in the Delhi Test match mentioned in the news? a) John Campbell and Kraigg Brathwaite b) Shai Hope and Jermaine Blackwood c) John Campbell and Shai Hope d) Kyle Mayers and Shai Hope Ans: c) John Campbell and Shai Hope 2.Who were the key Indian bowlers, each claiming three wickets, in West Indies' second innings during the Delhi Test match? a) Ravichandran Ashwin and Ravindra Jadeja b) Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah c) Mohammed Shami and Mohammed Siraj d) Axar Patel and Umesh Yadav Ans: b) Kuldeep Yadav and Jasprit Bumrah 3.In the ICC Women's World Cup match mentioned, which team secured a three-wicket victory over Bangladesh? a) India b) South Africa c) Australia d) West Indies Ans: b) South Africa 4.Which two Australian players were mentioned as being unavailable for the first One Day International against India? a) David Warner and Mitchell Starc b) Steve Smith and Pat Cummins c) Josh Inglis and Adam Zampa d) Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis Ans: c) Josh Inglis and Adam Zampa 5.Which former India opener predicted that Yashasvi Jaiswal could soon become an all-format regular, potentially opening alongside Shubman Gill in ODIs? a) Sunil Gavaskar b) Virender Sehwag c) Gautam Gambhir d) Aakash Chopra Ans: d) Aakash Chopra 6.Who is set to spearhead India's challenge in the men's singles category at the Denmark Open 2025 badminton tournament? a) Kidambi Srikanth b) H.S. Prannoy c) Lakshya Sen d) B. Sai Praneeth Ans: c) Lakshya Sen 7.Which formidable Indian pair will lead the men's doubles campaign at the Denmark Open 2025 badminton tournament? a) Dhruv Kapila and M.R. Arjun b) Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy c) Attri Manu and B. Sumeeth Reddy d) Krishna Prasad Garaga and Vishnu Vardhan Goud Panjala Ans: b) Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy 8.Who is the sole Indian entrant in the women's singles event at the Denmark Open 2025 badminton tournament? a) P.V. Sindhu b) Saina Nehwal c) Anmol Kharb d) Malvika Bansod Ans: c) Anmol Kharb 9.The Junior Indian hockey team registered a comfortable victory against which country at the Sultan of Johor Cup 2025? a) Malaysia b) Australia c) New Zealand d) Great Britain Ans: c) New Zealand 10.Which organization held a special ceremony in New Delhi to felicitate India's medallists from the Paris 2024 Olympic Games? a) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports b) Sports Authority of India (SAI) c) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) d) National Sports Federation (NSF) Ans: c) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) 11.Against which country did the Indian women's table tennis team face a 3-2 defeat in the quarter-finals of the Asian Team Championships? a) China b) Japan c) South Korea d) Singapore Ans: d) Singapore 12.What significant event did the Indian men's table tennis team's exit in the quarter-finals of the Asian Team Championships mark? a) Their first-ever appearance in the quarter-finals. b) The first time in six years they failed to secure a medal at the event. c) Their highest-ever finish in the tournament. d) Their first defeat to an unranked team. Ans: b) The first time in six years they failed to secure a medal at the event. 13.Which Indian wrestler requested the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) to reconsider his ban, admitting his mistake? a) Bajrang Punia b) Ravi Kumar Dahiya c) Aman Sehrawat d) Deepak Punia Ans: c) Aman Sehrawat

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1.Which institution in Bengaluru successfully developed a quantum-based method for generating true random numbers for cybersecurity? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Raman Research Institute (RRI) c) Indian Institute of Techn...

1.Which institution in Bengaluru successfully developed a quantum-based method for generating true random numbers for cybersecurity? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Raman Research Institute (RRI) c) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-Madras) d) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) Ans: b) Raman Research Institute (RRI) 2.The quantum cybersecurity breakthrough by Indian researchers leverages which fundamental quantum phenomenon to confirm genuine randomness? a) Quantum tunneling b) Quantum superposition c) Quantum entanglement d) Quantum decoherence Ans: c) Quantum entanglement 3.What scientific principle is violated to confirm the true randomness in the device-independent quantum-based cybersecurity method developed at RRI? a) Heisenberg's Uncertainty Principle b) Pauli Exclusion Principle c) Bell's Inequality d) Newton's Law of Universal Gravitation Ans: c) Bell's Inequality 4.Scientists from IISc collaborated with which international institution to unravel the mysteries of energy flow in photosynthesis? a) Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) b) Stanford University c) California Institute of Technology (Caltech) d) University of Cambridge Ans: c) California Institute of Technology (Caltech) 5.What was identified as the reason for energy flowing down only one of two possible routes during photosynthesis, according to the IISc and Caltech research? a) Presence of a magnetic field b) A significantly higher energy barrier in one branch c) Gravitational pull d) Absence of light in the alternative route Ans: b) A significantly higher energy barrier in one branch 6.The research on photosynthesis by IISc and Caltech holds immense potential for designing efficient systems capable of converting solar energy into chemical fuels. What are these potential systems called? a) Solar panels b) Biofuel reactors c) Artificial photosynthetic systems d) Photovoltaic cells Ans: c) Artificial photosynthetic systems 7.Professor S. Subramanian, Emeritus Professor at IISc, highlighted India's need to establish a stronger footprint in which specific category of minerals, vital for future technologies? a) Precious metals b) Base metals c) Critical minerals d) Fossil fuels Ans: c) Critical minerals 8.India and Canada recently agreed to relaunch which committee to foster deeper collaboration in science and technology? a) Bilateral Trade and Investment Committee b) Joint Science and Technology Cooperation Committee c) Indo-Canadian Space Research Council d) Artificial Intelligence Development Forum Ans: b) Joint Science and Technology Cooperation Committee 9.India's forthcoming AI Impact Summit, scheduled for February 2026, aims to encourage participation from which country's AI companies and researchers? a) United States b) Germany c) Japan d) Canada Ans: d) Canada 10.Which organization has pledged to support nearly 10,000 girls from underprivileged backgrounds in STEM education in India by 2030 through its 'Dare To Thrive' program? a) UNESCO b) AXA c) UNICEF d) World Economic Forum Ans: b) AXA 11.Which IIT-Madras incubated company, in partnership with NPCI, is set to launch India's first wearable payments ecosystem? a) Ather Energy b) AgniKul Cosmos c) Muse Wearables d) Data Patterns Ans: c) Muse Wearables 12.What is the primary goal of India's semiconductor mission, which is gaining momentum with new facilities and startups in advanced chip design? a) To export semiconductor technology globally b) To achieve greater self-reliance in the critical semiconductor sector c) To develop new materials for semiconductors d) To reduce the cost of mobile phones Ans: b) To achieve greater self-reliance in the critical semiconductor sector

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1.What was India's retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in September 2025? a) 5.49% b) 2.07% c) 1.54% d) 4.43% Ans: c) 1.54% 2.What was the primary reason attributed to the significant drop in India'...

1.What was India's retail inflation, measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in September 2025? a) 5.49% b) 2.07% c) 1.54% d) 4.43% Ans: c) 1.54% 2.What was the primary reason attributed to the significant drop in India's retail inflation in September 2025? a) Increase in fuel prices b) Moderation in food prices c) Rise in precious metal prices d) Strong domestic demand Ans: b) Moderation in food prices 3.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) revised inflation projection for 2025-26? a) 3.1% b) 1.7% c) 2.6% d) 1.8% Ans: c) 2.6% 4.What was the trend of core inflation (excluding food and fuel) in September 2025, and what were the contributing factors? a) It decreased due to lower housing costs. b) It remained stable despite global tensions. c) It increased, largely due to a spike in precious metal prices and housing costs. d) It decreased due to a moderation in food prices. Ans: c) It increased, largely due to a spike in precious metal prices and housing costs. 5.What is the implication of the low retail inflation for the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy in the near future? a) Anticipation of an interest rate hike. b) Expectation of continued high inflation. c) Anticipation of a potential interest rate cut. d) No change in monetary policy is expected. Ans: c) Anticipation of a potential interest rate cut. 6.What is the RBI's revised GDP growth forecast for India for FY26? a) 6.5% b) 7.8% c) 6.8% d) 5.1% Ans: c) 6.8% 7.Which factors underpin the RBI's optimistic GDP growth outlook for FY26? a) Weak global demand and increased imports. b) Strong domestic demand and ongoing economic reforms. c) Decline in government capital expenditure and high inflation. d) Reduced foreign direct investment and market volatility. Ans: b) Strong domestic demand and ongoing economic reforms. 8.According to experts like C. Rangarajan and D.K. Srivastava, what is India's likely long-term potential growth rate? a) Around 7.8% b) Around 5.0% c) Around 6.5% d) Around 5.4% Ans: c) Around 6.5% 9.What was a major global factor contributing to the downturn in Indian equity markets on October 13? a) A surge in crude oil prices. b) US President's announcement of additional tariffs on Chinese imports. c) A decline in domestic manufacturing output. d) Strong performance of IT stocks. Ans: b) US President's announcement of additional tariffs on Chinese imports. 10.Which sector experienced selling pressure in the Indian equity markets due to global tensions mentioned in the content? a) Adani Ports and Bajaj Finance b) IT and FMCG stocks c) Energy and infrastructure d) Precious metals and housing Ans: b) IT and FMCG stocks 11.Which major companies are mentioned as preparing for Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) in October 2025? a) Adani Ports and Bharti Airtel b) ONGC and HCL Technologies c) Tata Capital and LG Electronics d) Kotak Mahindra Bank and Advait Energy Ans: c) Tata Capital and LG Electronics 12.What is the primary objective of the upcoming trade talks between India and the United States? a) To discuss India's purchases of Russian oil. b) To conclude the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement. c) To negotiate tariffs on Chinese imports. d) To establish a new energy trading company. Ans: b) To conclude the first phase of a bilateral trade agreement. 13.What is the target for doubling bilateral trade between India and the US, and by when? a) $100 billion by 2025 b) $500 billion by 2030 c) $200 billion by 2028 d) $1 trillion by 2035 Ans: b) $500 billion by 2030 14.In a move to mend strained relations, India and Canada have agreed on a new roadmap for cooperation in which specific areas? a) Space exploration and defense. b) Trade, agriculture, and critical minerals. c) Financial services and technology. d) Tourism and cultural exchange. Ans: b) Trade, agriculture, and critical minerals. 15.Which public sector undertaking announced plans to establish a new trading company to manage crude oil and refined fuels for its group companies? a) Tata Capital b) Advait Energy c) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) d) HCL Technologies Ans: c) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) 16.Which bank recently completed the merger of its microfinance subsidiaries? a) Reserve Bank of India b) Kotak Mahindra Bank c) State Bank of India d) HDFC Bank Ans: b) Kotak Mahindra Bank

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1.The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was signed at a peace summit held in which city? a) Jerusalem b) Doha c) Sharm al-Sheikh d) Ankara Ans: c) Sharm al-Sheikh 2.Which US President was involved in mediating the...

1.The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas was signed at a peace summit held in which city? a) Jerusalem b) Doha c) Sharm al-Sheikh d) Ankara Ans: c) Sharm al-Sheikh 2.Which US President was involved in mediating the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 3.As part of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire agreement, what was the primary exchange between the two parties? a) Land for recognition b) Economic aid for military disarmament c) Hostages and bodies for Palestinian prisoners d) Border security for cultural exchange Ans: c) Hostages and bodies for Palestinian prisoners 4.Which Indian official represented India at the Gaza Peace Summit? a) S. Jaishankar b) Narendra Modi c) Kirti Vardhan Singh d) Ajit Doval Ans: c) Kirti Vardhan Singh 5.Which countries were mentioned as key mediators, alongside the US and Egypt, in the Israel-Hamas peace process? a) Saudi Arabia and Iran b) Qatar and Turkey c) Jordan and Lebanon d) United Arab Emirates and Bahrain Ans: b) Qatar and Turkey 6.The recent heavy clashes along the disputed Durand Line occurred between the forces of which two countries? a) India and Pakistan b) Afghanistan and Iran c) Afghanistan and Pakistan d) Pakistan and China Ans: c) Afghanistan and Pakistan 7.Pakistan accuses Afghanistan of sheltering which militant group, linked to the border tensions? a) Al-Qaeda b) Islamic State (ISIS) c) Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) d) Lashkar-e-Taiba Ans: c) Tehrik-e-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) 8.Which international organization reported a worsening humanitarian crisis and record levels of acute hunger in Haiti? a) UNICEF b) Doctors Without Borders c) World Food Programme (WFP) d) Red Cross Ans: c) World Food Programme (WFP) 9.What are the primary factors exacerbating Haiti's humanitarian crisis, as stated by the WFP? a) Natural disasters and climate change b) Armed violence, economic decline, inflation, and poor agricultural output c) Foreign sanctions and trade embargoes d) Political instability and lack of international aid Ans: b) Armed violence, economic decline, inflation, and poor agricultural output 10.Which two countries recently agreed on measures to restore their strained diplomatic relations, following talks between their foreign ministers? a) India and United States b) India and United Kingdom c) India and Canada d) India and Australia Ans: c) India and Canada 11.Who was the Canadian Foreign Minister on an official visit to India, discussing the restoration of bilateral ties? a) Chrystia Freeland b) Melanie Joly c) Anita Anand d) John Baird Ans: c) Anita Anand

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1.Which two countries recently agreed to restore their bilateral relations following crucial talks involving their respective External Affairs/Foreign Ministers? a) India and the United States b) India and the United Kingdom c) India...

1.Which two countries recently agreed to restore their bilateral relations following crucial talks involving their respective External Affairs/Foreign Ministers? a) India and the United States b) India and the United Kingdom c) India and Canada d) India and Australia Ans: c) India and Canada 2.Who was the Canadian Foreign Minister involved in the recent talks with India that led to an agreement to restore bilateral relations? a) Chrystia Freeland b) Mélanie Joly c) Anita Anand d) Marc Garneau Ans: c) Anita Anand 3.What is the total outlay for the two major agricultural initiatives, 'PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' and 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses', recently launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) ₹24,000 crore b) ₹11,440 crore c) ₹35,440 crore d) ₹45,880 crore Ans: c) ₹35,440 crore 4.The 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses' specifically aims to achieve which of the following? a) Promote cultivation of oilseeds in rain-fed areas. b) Increase soil fertility through nitrogen fixation by pulses and promote their cultivation in rice-fallow areas. c) Provide direct income support to farmers cultivating cash crops. d) Subsidize the export of pulses to global markets. Ans: b) Increase soil fertility through nitrogen fixation by pulses and promote their cultivation in rice-fallow areas. 5.The 'PM Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' primarily targets which specific group of agricultural districts? a) Districts with high agricultural surplus for export. b) Districts located in coastal regions for aquaculture integration. c) 100 agricultural districts identified with low productivity. d) Districts focusing solely on organic farming practices. Ans: c) 100 agricultural districts identified with low productivity. 6.Which Indian city is scheduled to host the crucial conclave for the Chiefs of United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) from October 14 to 16, 2025? a) Mumbai b) Chennai c) New Delhi d) Bengaluru Ans: c) New Delhi 7.What is the primary objective of the UN Troop Contributing Countries' Chiefs Conclave being hosted by India? a) To finalize new trade agreements among member nations. b) To discuss and cooperate on various aspects of UN peacekeeping missions. c) To elect the new Secretary-General of the United Nations. d) To address global climate change initiatives. Ans: b) To discuss and cooperate on various aspects of UN peacekeeping missions. 8.Who represented India at the Gaza Peace Summit held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on October 13, 2025? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) External Affairs Minister c) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh d) National Security Advisor Ans: c) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh 9.Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) leader and former Railways Minister Lalu Prasad was recently charged with corruption in connection with which alleged scam? a) Fodder scam b) 2G spectrum allocation scam c) Land-for-job scam d) Coal allocation scam Ans: c) Land-for-job scam 10.Which Indian cricketer became the highest wicket-taker in Test cricket for the year 2025, surpassing Zimbabwe's Blessing Muzarabani? a) Jasprit Bumrah b) Mohammed Shami c) Mohammed Siraj d) Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Mohammed Siraj 11.Who was recently appointed as the new Executive Director of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), overseeing key departments including Consumer Education and Protection? a) Arundhati Bhattacharya b) Sonali Sen Gupta c) Urjit Patel d) Shaktikanta Das Ans: b) Sonali Sen Gupta 12.The Supreme Court recently ordered a CBI probe into a stampede that resulted in 41 fatalities at an actor's rally in which Indian city/district? a) Madurai, Tamil Nadu b) Karur, Tamil Nadu c) Kochi, Kerala d) Hyderabad, Telangana Ans: b) Karur, Tamil Nadu 13.Which Indian state secured the second rank nationally for its outstanding performance in palliative care services under the National Programme for Palliative Care (NPPC)? a) Kerala b) Meghalaya c) Goa d) Sikkim Ans: b) Meghalaya 14.An ongoing severe rodent outbreak in Mizoram, which is causing widespread crop damage, has been primarily triggered by the mass flowering of which specific bamboo species? a) Dendrocalamus strictus b) Bambusa vulgaris c) Bambusa tulda d) Melocanna baccifera Ans: c) Bambusa tulda

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1.What is the combined financial outlay for the Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY) and the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses? a) ₹24,000 crore b) ₹11,440 crore c) ₹35,440 crore d) ₹40,000 crore Ans: c) ₹35,440 cro...

1.What is the combined financial outlay for the Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY) and the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses? a) ₹24,000 crore b) ₹11,440 crore c) ₹35,440 crore d) ₹40,000 crore Ans: c) ₹35,440 crore 2.The Pradhan Mantri Dhan Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY) is modeled on which existing government program? a) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana b) Aspirational Districts Programme c) PM-KISAN d) National Food Security Mission Ans: b) Aspirational Districts Programme 3.How many low-performing agricultural districts are targeted by the PM-DDKY scheme? a) 50 b) 75 c) 100 d) 150 Ans: c) 100 4.What is the financial outlay specifically allocated for the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses? a) ₹24,000 crore b) ₹11,440 crore c) ₹10,300 crore d) ₹5,450 crore Ans: b) ₹11,440 crore 5.By which year does the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses aim to boost pulse production to 350 lakh tonnes? a) 2028-29 b) 2029-30 c) 2030-31 d) 2031-32 Ans: c) 2030-31 6.Which of the following is a key feature of the Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses regarding procurement? a) 50 percent procurement of all pulses at MSP b) 100 percent procurement of Tur, Urad, and Masoor at MSP for four years c) Guaranteed procurement for only large farmers d) Procurement based on market prices, not MSP Ans: b) 100 percent procurement of Tur, Urad, and Masoor at MSP for four years 7.The Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses was approved by the Union Cabinet on which date? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 11, 2025 c) July 2025 d) October 13, 2025 Ans: a) October 1, 2025 8.What is the official name of the Employment-Linked Incentive (ELI) scheme, which is an agenda item for the upcoming EPFO Board meeting? a) PM Garib Kalyan Yojana b) PM Kaushal Vikas Yojana c) PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana d) PM Awas Yojana Ans: c) PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana 9.How many jobs is the PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (ELI scheme) designed to generate over two years? a) Over 1 crore b) Over 2.5 crore c) Over 3.5 crore d) Over 5 crore Ans: c) Over 3.5 crore 10.The CM-FLIGHT initiative, launched by Assam's Chief Minister, primarily aims to connect the state's youth with employment opportunities in which country? a) USA b) Germany c) Japan d) UAE Ans: c) Japan 11.What is the full form of CM-FLIGHT, an initiative launched by the Assam Chief Minister? a) Chief Minister's Financial Literacy Initiative for Global Human Talent b) Chief Minister's Foreign Languages Initiative for Global Human Talent c) Chief Minister's Future Leaders Initiative for Global Human Talent d) Chief Minister's Food and Livelihood Initiative for Global Human Talent Ans: b) Chief Minister's Foreign Languages Initiative for Global Human Talent 12.What is the total allocation for the IndiaAI Mission over five years? a) Over ₹5,450 crore b) Over ₹10,300 crore c) Over ₹11,440 crore d) Over ₹24,000 crore Ans: b) Over ₹10,300 crore 13.Which organization published the report "AI for Inclusive Societal Development" in October 2025? a) Ministry of Electronics and IT b) NITI Aayog c) Indian Council of Agricultural Research d) Reserve Bank of India Ans: b) NITI Aayog 14.The PM-DDKY scheme integrates how many inter-ministerial schemes to achieve its objectives? a) 12 b) 24 c) 36 d) 48 Ans: c) 36 15.Apart from the two main schemes, PM Modi also inaugurated and laid foundation stones for projects worth over ₹5,450 crore in which of the following sectors? a) Only agriculture and food processing b) Only animal husbandry and fisheries c) Agriculture, animal husbandry, fisheries, and food processing d) Education and healthcare Ans: c) Agriculture, animal husbandry, fisheries, and food processing

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1.What was the record target successfully chased by Australia against India in the ICC Women's World Cup match? a) 330 runs b) 331 runs c) 325 runs d) 340 runs Ans: b) 331 runs 2.Which significant record did Australia achiev...

1.What was the record target successfully chased by Australia against India in the ICC Women's World Cup match? a) 330 runs b) 331 runs c) 325 runs d) 340 runs Ans: b) 331 runs 2.Which significant record did Australia achieve by successfully chasing 331 runs against India in the ICC Women's World Cup? a) Highest team total in a Women's World Cup match b) Highest successful run-chase in the history of women's One Day Internationals c) Most centuries scored in a single Women's World Cup match d) Fastest chase of a 300+ target in women's cricket Ans: b) Highest successful run-chase in the history of women's One Day Internationals 3.Who was awarded Player of the Match for her blistering century in Australia's record chase against India? a) Annabel Sutherland b) Ellyse Perry c) Alyssa Healy d) Meg Lanning Ans: c) Alyssa Healy 4.Which Australian bowler claimed a maiden five-wicket haul (5/40) against India in the ICC Women's World Cup match? a) Jess Jonassen b) Annabel Sutherland c) Megan Schutt d) Darcie Brown Ans: b) Annabel Sutherland 5.Which Indian cricketer became the fastest Indian (male or female) to reach 5,000 runs in Women's ODIs? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Pratika Rawal c) Smriti Mandhana d) Jhulan Goswami Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana 6.Smriti Mandhana surpassed whose record to become the fastest Indian to reach 5,000 ODI runs? a) Mithali Raj b) Sachin Tendulkar c) Virat Kohli d) Rohit Sharma Ans: c) Virat Kohli 7.According to Indian captain Harmanpreet Kaur, what was identified as a primary reason for India's loss and a recurring concern for the team? a) Poor fielding performance b) Lack of strong opening partnerships c) Recurring batting collapses and the "sixth bowler issue" d) Ineffective death bowling Ans: c) Recurring batting collapses and the "sixth bowler issue" 8.Who was recently elected as the new president of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)? a) Sourav Ganguly b) Jay Shah c) Mithun Manhas d) Roger Binny Ans: c) Mithun Manhas 9.Which Indian cricketer scored a century in India's innings of 518 for 5 declared against West Indies in the second Test? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) Yashasvi Jaiswal Ans: c) Shubman Gill 10.What is the current status regarding the All India Football Federation (AIFF) constitution? a) It has been fully adopted without any pending clauses b) It has been rejected by the Supreme Court c) It has been adopted, but two specific clauses remain pending for clarification d) It is currently under review by an independent committee Ans: c) It has been adopted, but two specific clauses remain pending for clarification 11.Which two Indian openers laid a solid foundation with scores of 80 and 75 respectively in the Women's World Cup match against Australia? a) Smriti Mandhana and Harmanpreet Kaur b) Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal c) Pratika Rawal and Shafali Verma d) Harmanpreet Kaur and Jemimah Rodrigues Ans: b) Smriti Mandhana and Pratika Rawal

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1.ISRO is preparing for its first humanless Gaganyaan mission scheduled for December. Which robot will be featured in this mission? a) Robo-Sapien b) Vyommitra c) Astro-Bot d) Gaganyaan-Droid Ans: b) Vyommitra 2.Where was 'V...

1.ISRO is preparing for its first humanless Gaganyaan mission scheduled for December. Which robot will be featured in this mission? a) Robo-Sapien b) Vyommitra c) Astro-Bot d) Gaganyaan-Droid Ans: b) Vyommitra 2.Where was 'Vyommitra', the half-humanoid robot for ISRO's humanless Gaganyaan mission, developed? a) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) b) Central Tools and Training Centre (CTTC) in Bhubaneswar c) Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) d) U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) Ans: b) Central Tools and Training Centre (CTTC) in Bhubaneswar 3.What is the primary purpose of 'Vyommitra' in the upcoming humanless Gaganyaan mission? a) To collect space debris b) To simulate human functions and perform tasks in space c) To deploy satellites d) To conduct extravehicular activities (EVAs) Ans: b) To simulate human functions and perform tasks in space 4.The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, Asia's most influential technology and telecom forum, concluded recently in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) Hyderabad d) New Delhi Ans: d) New Delhi 5.Which Union Minister stated that India has transformed from a "technology taker" to a "digital flag bearer of the world" at IMC 2025? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia c) Union Minister of State for Science and Technology Jitendra Singh d) Minister of Electronics and Information Technology Ashwini Vaishnaw Ans: b) Union Communications Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia 6.What was the theme of the first-ever Satcom Summit featured at the IMC 2025? a) 5G for Global Connectivity b) AI in Satellite Communications c) Space Networks for Universal Connectivity d) Indigenous Satellite Technology Ans: c) Space Networks for Universal Connectivity 7.Which of the following indigenous initiatives was emphasized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at IMC 2025? a) Digital India and Skill India b) Startup India and Stand-Up India c) Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India d) Swachh Bharat and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao Ans: c) Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India 8.Which company demonstrated a 5G-enabled 'Grain ATM Annapurti' at IMC 2025, designed to dispense food grains using Aadhaar-based biometrics? a) Reliance Jio b) Bharti Airtel c) Ericsson d) Nokia Ans: c) Ericsson 9.Which two teams won the 'Robotics for Good Youth Challenge India 2025' and will represent India at the Global Grand Finale in Geneva? a) Tech Innovators and Robo Wizards b) Heyansh (Junior) and Ambitious Avengers (Senior) c) Digital Dynamos and Future Tech d) Smart Bots and Cyber Knights Ans: b) Heyansh (Junior) and Ambitious Avengers (Senior) 10.Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, Jitendra Singh, reviewed IMD's indigenous early warning systems. What is the estimated cost saving achieved by these systems by reducing dependency on foreign vendors? a) Rs 100 crore b) Rs 150 crore c) Rs 200 crore d) Rs 250 crore Ans: d) Rs 250 crore 11.What is "Mausamgram" (Har Har Mausam, Har Ghar Mausam), developed by the India Meteorological Department (IMD)? a) A mobile application for agricultural market prices b) A platform providing hyperlocal, location-specific weather forecasts c) A satellite system for climate monitoring d) A disaster management alert system Ans: b) A platform providing hyperlocal, location-specific weather forecasts 12.Which department developed the Web-GIS-based Multi-Hazard Early Warning Decision Support System (DSS)? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) c) India Meteorological Department (IMD) d) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Ans: c) India Meteorological Department (IMD) 13.What is the full form of the PRIP scheme, which aims to boost India's pharma-biotech innovation? a) Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing b) Program for Research and Industrial Partnership c) Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech d) Policy for Research and Investment in Pharmaceuticals Ans: c) Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech 14.The PRIP scheme aims to transform India's pharmaceutical trajectory from what to what? a) Import to Export b) Generic to Patented c) Replication to Innovation d) Affordability to Luxury Ans: c) Replication to Innovation 15.In which specific areas does the PRIP scheme actively support to achieve leadership in the pharma-biotech sector? a) Only drug manufacturing and distribution b) Drug discovery, biosimilars, and complex generics c) Medical device production and healthcare services d) Traditional medicine research and development Ans: b) Drug discovery, biosimilars, and complex generics

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1.According to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, by which year does India aim to achieve a USD 5 trillion economy? a) 2025 b) 2027 c) 2030 d) 2047 Ans: b) 2027 2.India envisions transforming into a developed nation by which year...

1.According to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, by which year does India aim to achieve a USD 5 trillion economy? a) 2025 b) 2027 c) 2030 d) 2047 Ans: b) 2027 2.India envisions transforming into a developed nation by which year? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2040 d) 2047 Ans: d) 2047 3.What is the projected percentage of India's logistics costs by the end of 2025, as mentioned by Nitin Gadkari? a) 16% b) 12% c) 9% d) 7% Ans: c) 9% 4.As of October 2025, India has become the world's third-largest automobile market, surpassing which country? a) Germany b) South Korea c) Japan d) United States Ans: c) Japan 5.According to former RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, by which year is India on track to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2025 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2028 6.What consistent growth rate has India maintained, which is unmatched by any other major economy globally, as noted by Dr. Navneet Kumar Sehgal? a) 5.5 to 6 percent b) 6.0 to 6.5 percent c) 6.8 to 7 percent d) 7.5 to 8 percent Ans: c) 6.8 to 7 percent 7.A report by Axis Securities indicated that broader consumption demand in India might require how much more time for a full recovery? a) One month b) One quarter c) Half a year d) One year Ans: b) One quarter 8.What was the primary reason attributed by Union Bank of India for the widening of India's merchandise trade deficit in September 2025? a) Increase in crude oil prices b) Slower export growth c) Significant surge in gold imports d) Higher electronics and capital goods imports Ans: c) Significant surge in gold imports 9.Which country extended an invitation to India to join the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)? a) Japan b) South Korea c) China d) Australia Ans: c) China 10.India has historically maintained its distance from RCEP primarily to: a) Protect its intellectual property rights. b) Safeguard domestic industries from cheaper imports. c) Focus on bilateral trade agreements. d) Avoid geopolitical alliances. Ans: b) Safeguard domestic industries from cheaper imports. 11.Who was the UK Prime Minister whose recent visit to India led to defense, investment, and movie deals? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Liz Truss Ans: c) Keir Starmer 12.India's beer industry is currently facing a severe shortage of which essential material? a) Glass bottles b) Hops c) Aluminum cans d) Barley Ans: c) Aluminum cans 13.What is the estimated revenue loss for the government due to the aluminum can shortage in the beer industry? a) ₹500 crore b) ₹800 crore c) ₹1,300 crore d) ₹2,000 crore Ans: c) ₹1,300 crore 14.One of the main factors supporting the advance in the Indian stock market on October 10, 2025, was: a) Strong corporate earnings from TCS b) Decrease in global crude oil prices c) Renewed foreign portfolio investor (FPI) inflows d) Reduction in interest rates by RBI Ans: c) Renewed foreign portfolio investor (FPI) inflows 15.What factor somewhat capped the broader gains in the Indian stock market on October 10, 2025? a) Widening trade deficit b) Weaker-than-expected September-quarter results from TCS c) Uncertainty regarding US policies d) Shortage of aluminum cans for the beer industry Ans: b) Weaker-than-expected September-quarter results from TCS

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1.Which US President is mentioned as declaring the 'war is over' in Gaza and embarking on a high-stakes peace trip to Israel? a) Joe Biden b) Barack Obama c) Donald Trump d) George W. Bush Ans: c) Donald Trump 2.Which two co...

1.Which US President is mentioned as declaring the 'war is over' in Gaza and embarking on a high-stakes peace trip to Israel? a) Joe Biden b) Barack Obama c) Donald Trump d) George W. Bush Ans: c) Donald Trump 2.Which two countries are scheduled to co-host the Gaza peace summit on October 13, 2025? a) Israel and Jordan b) Egypt and the United States c) Saudi Arabia and the United States d) Qatar and Turkey Ans: b) Egypt and the United States 3.Who will represent India at the Gaza peace summit scheduled for October 13, 2025? a) S. Jaishankar b) Narendra Modi c) Kirti Vardan Singh d) Ajit Doval Ans: c) Kirti Vardan Singh 4.By what date has President Trump threatened to impose 100% tariffs on Chinese imports and implement new controls on critical software? a) October 1 b) November 1 c) December 1 d) January 1 Ans: b) November 1 5.What was China's Commerce Ministry's immediate response to President Trump's threat of 100% tariffs on Chinese imports? a) Expressed willingness to negotiate b) Announced reciprocal tariffs immediately c) Warned the US of retaliation if threats are not withdrawn d) Sought intervention from the World Trade Organization Ans: c) Warned the US of retaliation if threats are not withdrawn 6.Deadly clashes recently erupted along the border between which two countries, resulting in casualties on both sides and Pakistan claiming to have captured 19 border posts? a) India and Pakistan b) Iran and Iraq c) Afghanistan and Pakistan d) Syria and Turkey Ans: c) Afghanistan and Pakistan 7.Who is the President of Madagascar who recently reported an attempted coup after a segment of the military joined protestors demanding his resignation? a) Hery Rajaonarimampianina b) Andry Rajoelina c) Marc Ravalomanana d) Didier Ratsiraka Ans: b) Andry Rajoelina 8.The ongoing protests in Quito, Ecuador, are primarily against President Daniel Noboa's government over what issue? a) Electoral fraud b) Corruption allegations c) Increase in fuel prices d) Healthcare reforms Ans: c) Increase in fuel prices 9.Tensions between which two countries have soared following recent vessel collisions in the South China Sea? a) Japan and China b) Vietnam and China c) Philippines and China d) Malaysia and China Ans: c) Philippines and China 10.Which incumbent President is seeking his eighth term in the ongoing Cameroonian presidential election? a) Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo b) Paul Biya c) Yoweri Museveni d) Denis Sassou Nguesso Ans: b) Paul Biya 11.Who won the presidential election in Seychelles with over 52% of the votes, becoming the next President? a) Wavel Ramkalawan b) Patrick Herminie c) Danny Faure d) James Michel Ans: b) Patrick Herminie 12.In which US state did a mass shooting occur at a crowded bar, resulting in four deaths and at least 20 injuries? a) Florida b) Texas c) South Carolina d) California Ans: c) South Carolina 13.Who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature for his visionary literary contributions? a) Haruki Murakami b) Margaret Atwood c) László Krasznahorkai d) Ngũgĩ wa Thiong'o Ans: c) László Krasznahorkai 14.László Krasznahorkai, the recipient of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature, is from which country? a) Germany b) Hungary c) Poland d) Czech Republic Ans: b) Hungary 15.What is the primary purpose of US President Trump's peace trip to Israel, as stated in the content? a) To announce new economic sanctions against Hamas. b) To celebrate his role in brokering a recent ceasefire and hostage release deal. c) To negotiate a permanent peace treaty between Israel and Palestine. d) To discuss military cooperation with Israel. Ans: b) To celebrate his role in brokering a recent ceasefire and hostage release deal. 16.What is one of the economic concerns raised by investors regarding President Trump's aggressive stance on US-China trade relations? a) Increased global trade surpluses for the US. b) Potential inflation spikes in the United States. c) A decrease in global trade tensions. d) Increased Chinese investment in the US. Ans: b) Potential inflation spikes in the United States. 17.How many Afghan soldiers were reported killed in the recent deadly border clashes with Pakistan? a) 19 b) 23 c) 9 d) 32 Ans: c) 9

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1.What is the total number of Assembly seats in Bihar for which the NDA finalized its seat-sharing arrangement? a) 101 b) 243 c) 29 d) 6 Ans: b) 243 2.Which two parties in the NDA will contest an equal number of seats (101 e...

1.What is the total number of Assembly seats in Bihar for which the NDA finalized its seat-sharing arrangement? a) 101 b) 243 c) 29 d) 6 Ans: b) 243 2.Which two parties in the NDA will contest an equal number of seats (101 each) in the Bihar Assembly Elections, marking a first since their 1996 alliance? a) BJP and LJP(R) b) JD(U) and RLM c) BJP and JD(U) d) HAM and LJP(R) Ans: c) BJP and JD(U) 3.The joint military exercise 'AUSTRAHIND 2025' is conducted between which two countries? a) India and United States b) India and France c) India and Australia d) India and Japan Ans: c) India and Australia 4.In which city did the fourth edition of the joint military exercise 'AUSTRAHIND 2025' commence? a) New Delhi b) Sydney c) Perth d) Mumbai Ans: c) Perth 5.Who represented India at the Gaza Peace Summit held in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar c) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh d) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh 6.Which two leaders were mentioned as co-chairing the Gaza Peace Summit? a) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu b) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump c) U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu d) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas Ans: b) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El Sisi and U.S. President Donald Trump 7.Who is the current Canadian Foreign Minister who visited India for strategic talks? a) Mélanie Joly b) Chrystia Freeland c) Anita Anand d) Mary Ng Ans: c) Anita Anand 8.As part of Canada's Indo-Pacific Strategy, discussions during the Canadian Foreign Minister's visit focused on strategic cooperation in areas such as trade diversification, energy transformation, and which other key area? a) Agriculture b) Healthcare c) Security d) Education Ans: c) Security 9.An incident involving overcrowding and injuries to passengers occurred at which railway station in West Bengal? a) Howrah b) Sealdah c) Bardhaman d) Kolkata Ans: c) Bardhaman 10.West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee faced criticism for her remarks on an alleged gang-rape case in which city? a) Kolkata b) Siliguri c) Durgapur d) Asansol Ans: c) Durgapur 11.India is set to host a conclave for the Chiefs of United Nations Troop Contributing Countries (UNTCC) in which city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Delhi Ans: d) Delhi 12.Which of the following Indian ministers is NOT mentioned as attending the UN Troop Contributing Countries' Chiefs Conclave in Delhi? a) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman d) Both a and b Ans: c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman 13.The joint military exercise 'AUSTRAHIND 2025' is specifically designed to enhance tactics, techniques, and procedures in which type of warfare scenario? a) Naval warfare b) Air combat c) Sub-conventional warfare d) Cyber warfare Ans: c) Sub-conventional warfare 14.Besides BJP and JD(U), which other party in the NDA has been allotted 29 seats for the Bihar Assembly elections? a) Rashtriya Lok Morcha (RLM) b) Hindustani Awam Morcha (HAM) c) Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) (LJP(R)) d) None of the above Ans: c) Lok Janshakti Party (Ram Vilas) (LJP(R))

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1.On what date did Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveil the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' and the 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission'? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 3, 2025 c) October 11, 2025 d) October 12, 2025 Ans: c) October 11, 2...

1.On what date did Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveil the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' and the 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission'? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 3, 2025 c) October 11, 2025 d) October 12, 2025 Ans: c) October 11, 2025 2.What is the allocated outlay for the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana'? a) ₹11,440 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹35,440 crore d) ₹5,450 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 3.The 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission' aims to increase pulse production to 35 million tonnes by which year? a) 2027-28 b) 2028-29 c) 2030-31 d) 2035-36 Ans: c) 2030-31 4.Which of the following is NOT a key component of the 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission'? a) Distribution of 1.26 crore quintals of certified seeds b) Establishment of 1,000 processing units with ₹25 lakh subsidy each c) Procurement of 100% of registered farmers' produce at MSP d) Expansion of cultivation area to 40 million hectares Ans: d) Expansion of cultivation area to 40 million hectares 5.The 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' integrates how many existing government schemes to provide comprehensive support? a) 10 b) 24 c) 36 d) 100 Ans: c) 36 6.The Supreme Court of India organized a National Annual Stakeholders Consultation on October 11-12, 2025, focusing on strengthening the implementation of which Act? a) Juvenile Justice Act b) Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act c) Child Labour (Prohibition and Regulation) Act d) Immoral Traffic (Prevention) Act Ans: b) Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act 7.October 11 is observed globally as which special day, reaffirming India's commitment to girls' welfare? a) National Girl Child Day b) International Day of Rural Women c) International Day of the Girl Child d) World Children's Day Ans: c) International Day of the Girl Child 8.Which regulatory body is set to introduce digital Know Your Customer (KYC) processes for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and streamline FPI registration? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Ministry of Finance c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) d) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Ans: c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) 9.New rules concerning online gaming regulation and promotion were notified on which date? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 3, 2025 c) October 7, 2025 d) October 11, 2025 Ans: b) October 3, 2025 10.What new category of entities is India planning to create for companies with foreign ownership, indicating stricter regulations? a) Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) entities b) Foreign Portfolio Investment (FPI) entities c) Foreign-owned and Controlled Entities (FOCE) d) Multinational Corporation (MNC) subsidiaries Ans: c) Foreign-owned and Controlled Entities (FOCE) 11.The India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 concluded on October 11, focusing primarily on which aspect? a) Promoting 6G technology b) Enhancing digital literacy in rural areas c) Self-reliance in telecommunications and digital technology d) Regulating social media platforms Ans: c) Self-reliance in telecommunications and digital technology 12.Which of the following government schemes for the empowerment of the girl child was NOT explicitly mentioned in the content? a) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana b) Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao c) PM Awas Yojana d) Balika Samriddhi Yojana Ans: c) PM Awas Yojana 13.What is the total outlay of the broader agricultural program, which includes the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' and the 'Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission'? a) Over ₹11,440 crore b) Over ₹24,000 crore c) Over ₹35,440 crore d) Over ₹5,450 crore Ans: c) Over ₹35,440 crore 14.The 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana' aims to strengthen which of the following aspects in 100 selected districts? a) Urban infrastructure development b) Digital payment gateways c) Irrigation facilities and post-harvest storage d) Renewable energy projects Ans: c) Irrigation facilities and post-harvest storage 15.The Gujarat government observed 'Vikas Saptah' during which period? a) October 1-7 b) October 3-10 c) October 7-15 d) October 11-18 Ans: c) October 7-15

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1.Which Indian cricketer scored his 10th Test century, and 5th as captain, in the Second Test against West Indies? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.What was India's declared f...

1.Which Indian cricketer scored his 10th Test century, and 5th as captain, in the Second Test against West Indies? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.What was India's declared first innings score in the Second Test against West Indies, as mentioned on Day 2, October 11? a) 450 for 7 b) 518 for 5 c) 390 for 6 d) 500 for 4 Ans: b) 518 for 5 3.Which Indian left-arm spinner was instrumental in breaking the West Indian resistance by claiming three crucial wickets on Day 2 of the Second Test? a) Kuldeep Yadav b) Ravindra Jadeja c) Axar Patel d) Yuzvendra Chahal Ans: b) Ravindra Jadeja 4.The ICC Women's ODI Cricket World Cup 2025 match between India and defending champions Australia is scheduled to be played in which Indian city? a) Chennai b) Mumbai c) Visakhapatnam d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Visakhapatnam 5.Which stadium is hosting the India vs Australia match in the ICC Women's ODI Cricket World Cup 2025, with all 27,000 tickets sold out? a) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium b) Wankhede Stadium c) Dr. YSR ACA VDCA International Cricket Stadium d) Eden Gardens Ans: c) Dr. YSR ACA VDCA International Cricket Stadium 6.Who delivered the keynote address at the inaugural 'Momentum 2025' sports conference in Vadodara? a) Hemang Joshi b) Viren Rasquinha c) Kiran More d) Anju Bobby George Ans: d) Anju Bobby George 7.Anju Bobby George, who delivered the keynote address at 'Momentum 2025', holds which position in the Athletics Federation of India? a) President b) Secretary General c) Vice President d) Treasurer Ans: c) Vice President 8.The inaugural 'Momentum 2025' sports conference, a two-day event, kicked off in which Indian city on October 11? a) Delhi b) Mumbai c) Vadodara d) Colombo Ans: c) Vadodara 9.In a recent ICC Women's ODI World Cup fixture, which country did England defeat by 89 runs, with Nat Sciver-Brunt scoring a century? a) South Africa b) Australia c) Sri Lanka d) West Indies Ans: c) Sri Lanka 10.India secured multiple gold medals at the ISSF Junior World Cup 2025 in which sport? a) Archery b) Boxing c) Shooting d) Wrestling Ans: c) Shooting 11.Which former Indian hockey captain was among the prominent sports personalities who spoke at the 'Momentum 2025' sports conference? a) Manpreet Singh b) Sardar Singh c) Viren Rasquinha d) PR Sreejesh Ans: c) Viren Rasquinha 12.How many runs did Yashasvi Jaiswal contribute before being run out early on Day 2 of the Second Test against West Indies? a) 125 runs b) 150 runs c) 175 runs d) 200 runs Ans: c) 175 runs 13.In which city are the Pro Kabaddi League Season 12 playoffs scheduled to be held, with the grand finale set for October 31? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Delhi Ans: d) Delhi

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1.According to a recent NITI Aayog report, what is the projected net impact of Artificial Intelligence on job creation and displacement in the Indian tech sector by 2031? a) 4 million new jobs created, 2 million displaced roles, resu...

1.According to a recent NITI Aayog report, what is the projected net impact of Artificial Intelligence on job creation and displacement in the Indian tech sector by 2031? a) 4 million new jobs created, 2 million displaced roles, resulting in a net gain of 2 million jobs. b) 2 million new jobs created, 4 million displaced roles, resulting in a net loss of 2 million jobs. c) 4 million new jobs created, 2 million displaced roles, resulting in a net loss of 2 million jobs. d) 2 million new jobs created, 4 million displaced roles, resulting in a net gain of 2 million jobs. Ans: a) 4 million new jobs created, 2 million displaced roles, resulting in a net gain of 2 million jobs. 2.Which mission has NITI Aayog recommended to position India as a global AI workforce capital? a) IndiaAI Skill Development Mission b) National AI Talent Mission c) Global AI Leadership Initiative d) Digital India AI Drive Ans: b) National AI Talent Mission 3.The Prime Minister recently discussed India's advancements in AI and skill development with the CEO of which technology company? a) Intel b) NVIDIA c) Qualcomm d) Samsung Ans: c) Qualcomm 4.By when does DRDO plan to flight-test the Dhvani hypersonic missile, which would place India among an exclusive group of nations? a) End of 2024 b) Mid-2025 c) End of 2025 d) Early 2026 Ans: c) End of 2025 5.What is the primary purpose of the Indian Radio Software Architecture (IRSA) version 1.0 launched by DRDO? a) To standardize software for satellite navigation systems. b) To enhance interoperability in military communication through Software Defined Radios (SDRs). c) To develop new algorithms for quantum computing in defense. d) To manage data flow in advanced missile guidance systems. Ans: b) To enhance interoperability in military communication through Software Defined Radios (SDRs). 6.ISRO aims for India to become a leading spacefaring nation by which year, with missions like Gaganyaan and the Bharatiya Antariksh Station? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 7.Which two space agencies collaborated on a joint satellite that recently captured its first high-resolution radar images of Earth? a) ISRO and ESA b) ISRO and Roscosmos c) ISRO and JAXA d) ISRO and NASA Ans: d) ISRO and NASA 8.Researchers from which institute successfully demonstrated a technique to generate truly random numbers using a general-purpose quantum computer, contributing to hack-proof digital security? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru b) Raman Research Institute, Bengaluru c) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai d) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC), Mumbai Ans: b) Raman Research Institute, Bengaluru 9.Which Taiwanese chipmaker has expressed willingness to produce chips in India once fabrication facilities become operational? a) TSMC b) MediaTek c) UMC d) Nanya Technology Ans: b) MediaTek 10.India produced its first methanol from captured industrial CO2 through a collaboration between Carbon Clean and which Indian public sector undertaking? a) GAIL b) ONGC c) NTPC d) IOCL Ans: c) NTPC 11.The National Green Hydrogen Mission, approved in 2023, aims to establish India as a global hub for green hydrogen by which year? a) 2025 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: b) 2030 12.Which Indian state is set to establish its first Science City in Ranchi, along with regional centers in Jamshedpur and Dhanbad? a) Bihar b) Odisha c) West Bengal d) Jharkhand Ans: d) Jharkhand 13.What is the primary focus of the new UK-India Connectivity and Innovation Centre launched as part of UKRI's partnerships? a) Renewable energy and climate change mitigation. b) Space exploration and satellite technology. c) Emerging technologies like AI and telecommunication cybersecurity. d) Automotive manufacturing and electric vehicles. Ans: c) Emerging technologies like AI and telecommunication cybersecurity.

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1.By which year is India projected to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2047 Ans: b) 2028 2.Who reiterated India's optimistic economic outlook at the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Econo...

1.By which year is India projected to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2047 Ans: b) 2028 2.Who reiterated India's optimistic economic outlook at the Gokhale Institute of Politics and Economics on October 11, 2025? a) Narendra Modi b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Shaktikanta Das d) Raghuram Rajan Ans: c) Shaktikanta Das 3.What was India's GDP growth rate in the first quarter of FY26 (April-June 2025)? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 4.Which national vision is aligned with India's goal to contribute approximately 20% to global economic growth by 2028? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Viksit Bharat 2047 d) Startup India Ans: c) Viksit Bharat 2047 5.Which initiatives have significantly boosted the manufacturing sector in India, as mentioned in the text? a) Swachh Bharat and Skill India b) Atmanirbhar Bharat and the PLI scheme c) Jan Dhan Yojana and Ayushman Bharat d) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and Smart Cities Mission Ans: b) Atmanirbhar Bharat and the PLI scheme 6.How many Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) has India already signed? a) 6 b) 10 c) 14 d) 20 Ans: c) 14 7.Which round of negotiations for the India-European Union trade deal was recently held in Brussels? a) 10th b) 12th c) 14th d) 16th Ans: c) 14th 8.What is the key characteristic of India's evolving innovation strategy highlighted at CII Innoverge 2025? a) Export-led and foreign-funded b) Government-dominated and subsidy-driven c) AI-driven, homegrown, and collaborative d) Service-oriented and technology-agnostic Ans: c) AI-driven, homegrown, and collaborative 9.Which company showcased its 5G and AI-powered innovations at the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) Reliance Jio b) Nokia c) Vodafone Idea d) Ericsson Ans: d) Ericsson 10.Which bank conducted scheduled maintenance on its digital banking services, including UPI and YONO, on October 11, 2025? a) HDFC Bank b) ICICI Bank c) State Bank of India d) Punjab National Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India 11.What was the duration of the temporary unavailability of SBI's digital banking services on October 11, 2025? a) 30 minutes b) 1 hour c) 90 minutes d) 2 hours Ans: b) 1 hour 12.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as an alternative for essential transactions during SBI's maintenance period? a) ATM services b) UPI Lite c) Branch visits d) Cash withdrawals Ans: c) Branch visits 13.According to Shaktikanta Das, what are the primary underpinnings of India's remarkable economic growth? a) Foreign direct investment and export subsidies b) Consumer spending and tourism boom c) Structural reforms, fiscal discipline, and robust macroeconomic fundamentals d) Agricultural output and mineral exports Ans: c) Structural reforms, fiscal discipline, and robust macroeconomic fundamentals 14.Which city hosted the Confederation of Indian Industry's (CII) flagship India Innovation Summit — CII Innoverge 2025? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Bengaluru 15.What is Shaktikanta Das's current role, as mentioned in the text, on October 11, 2025? a) Governor of the Reserve Bank of India b) Union Finance Minister c) Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) CEO of NITI Aayog Ans: c) Principal Secretary-2 to Prime Minister Narendra Modi

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1.Which country is set to host an international summit on the Gaza ceasefire in October 2025? a) Jordan b) Egypt c) Saudi Arabia d) Qatar Ans: b) Egypt 2.Which two world leaders are specifically mentioned as attending the in...

1.Which country is set to host an international summit on the Gaza ceasefire in October 2025? a) Jordan b) Egypt c) Saudi Arabia d) Qatar Ans: b) Egypt 2.Which two world leaders are specifically mentioned as attending the international summit on the Gaza ceasefire in October 2025? a) US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron b) US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer c) German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu d) Russian President Vladimir Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping Ans: b) US President Donald Trump and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer 3.Who was awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize for her dedication to democracy and human rights in Venezuela? a) Malala Yousafzai b) Greta Thunberg c) Maria Corina Machado d) Nadia Murad Ans: c) Maria Corina Machado 4.Maria Corina Machado, the recipient of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, hails from which country? a) Colombia b) Brazil c) Venezuela d) Argentina Ans: c) Venezuela 5.India recently upgraded its diplomatic presence in Kabul from a 'Technical Mission' to a full-fledged Embassy. This decision signifies a re-engagement with which country's regime? a) Iran b) Pakistan c) Afghanistan d) Uzbekistan Ans: c) Afghanistan 6.Which Taliban official visited New Delhi during the announcement of India's upgraded diplomatic presence in Afghanistan? a) Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar b) Sirajuddin Haqqani c) Amir Khan Muttaqi d) Hibatullah Akhundzada Ans: c) Amir Khan Muttaqi 7.The first-ever combined Carrier Strike Group exercise, 'Konkan 2025,' was conducted between the navies of India and which other country? a) United States b) France c) United Kingdom d) Japan Ans: c) United Kingdom 8.Which two primary aircraft carriers participated in the 'Konkan 2025' exercise? a) USS Gerald R. Ford and INS Vikramaditya b) HMS Queen Elizabeth and INS Kolkata c) HMS Prince of Wales and INS Vikrant d) Charles de Gaulle and INS Shivalik Ans: c) HMS Prince of Wales and INS Vikrant 9.Which country has implemented new stringent export controls on rare-earth metals and related technologies? a) Russia b) United States c) China d) Australia Ans: c) China 10.China's new export controls on rare-earth metals are expected to complicate efforts for other nations to secure essential inputs for which of the following sectors? a) Textile, agriculture, and tourism b) Financial services, education, and entertainment c) Electric vehicle, renewable energy, and defense d) Pharmaceutical, construction, and food processing Ans: c) Electric vehicle, renewable energy, and defense 11.India unveiled its National Red List Roadmap at the IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 in which city? a) New Delhi b) Geneva c) Abu Dhabi d) Nairobi Ans: c) Abu Dhabi 12.Which two Indian scientific organizations collaboratively prepared India's National Red List Roadmap? a) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) b) Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Botanical Survey of India (BSI) c) National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) and Wildlife Institute of India (WII) d) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) Ans: b) Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) and Botanical Survey of India (BSI) 13.The Global Fintech Fest 2025 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 14.Which country participated as the partner country in the Global Fintech Fest 2025 in Mumbai? a) United States b) Japan c) United Kingdom d) Singapore Ans: c) United Kingdom 15.Which world leader is mentioned as attending both the Gaza Ceasefire Summit in Egypt and the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai? a) US President Donald Trump b) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer c) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi Ans: b) British Prime Minister Keir Starmer

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1.Which of the following ports has NOT been designated as a Green Hydrogen Hub under the National Green Hydrogen Mission? a) Deendayal Port b) V.O. Chidambaranar Port c) Paradip Port d) Mumbai Port Ans: d) Mumbai Port 2.Indi...

1.Which of the following ports has NOT been designated as a Green Hydrogen Hub under the National Green Hydrogen Mission? a) Deendayal Port b) V.O. Chidambaranar Port c) Paradip Port d) Mumbai Port Ans: d) Mumbai Port 2.India aims to achieve net-zero emissions by which year, as mentioned in the context of the National Green Hydrogen Mission? a) 2030 b) 2047 c) 2050 d) 2070 Ans: d) 2070 3.The draft 'Shram Shakti Niti 2025' is rooted in which concept? a) Karma Yoga b) Dharma Chakra c) Śrama Dharma d) Atmanirbhar Shram Ans: c) Śrama Dharma 4.What is the target set by the 'Shram Shakti Niti 2025' for increasing women's labour-force participation rate, and by when? a) 25% by 2030 b) 30% by 2025 c) 35% by 2030 d) 40% by 2035 Ans: c) 35% by 2030 5.In a recent landmark decision, the Supreme Court of India ruled that the age limits in the Surrogacy (Regulation) Act, 2021, cannot be applied: a) prospectively b) retrospectively c) for unmarried couples d) for foreign nationals Ans: b) retrospectively 6.The Supreme Court affirmed that the right to make reproductive choices is protected under which Article of the Indian Constitution? a) Article 14 b) Article 19 c) Article 21 d) Article 32 Ans: c) Article 21 7.The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) officially came into effect on: a) March 10, 2024 b) October 1, 2024 c) October 1, 2025 d) March 10, 2025 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 8.Which of the following countries is NOT a member of EFTA included in the India-EFTA TEPA? a) Iceland b) Switzerland c) Sweden d) Norway Ans: c) Sweden 9.What is the binding commitment from EFTA nations for foreign direct investment (FDI) into India over the next 15 years under the TEPA? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $100 billion d) $150 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 10.Who is the CEO of Anthropic, the AI research and development company that met with Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Sundar Pichai b) Sam Altman c) Dario Amodei d) Satya Nadella Ans: c) Dario Amodei 11.Who is the US Ambassador-designate who recently visited New Delhi for discussions on strengthening the India-US partnership? a) Eric Garcetti b) Sergio Gor c) Donald Lu d) Richard Verma Ans: b) Sergio Gor 12.What was the theme of the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) Digital India: Connecting the Future b) Innovate for a New India c) Innovate to Transform d) 6G for Global Connectivity Ans: c) Innovate to Transform

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1.What is the total allocation for the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana? a) ₹11,440 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹42,000 crore d) ₹31,000 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 2.By which year does the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission aim to ...

1.What is the total allocation for the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana? a) ₹11,440 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹42,000 crore d) ₹31,000 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 2.By which year does the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission aim to expand pulses cultivation to 31 million hectares? a) 2028-29 b) 2030-31 c) 2025-26 d) 2035-36 Ans: b) 2030-31 3.On what date are the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission scheduled to be launched? a) October 4, 2025 b) October 10, 2025 c) October 11, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: c) October 11, 2025 4.What is the name of the new chatbot feature launched for the National Tele Mental Health Programme (Tele MANAS) App? a) Saathi b) Mitra c) Asmi d) Sahayak Ans: c) Asmi 5.On which specific day were the enhancements for the Tele MANAS App launched? a) World Health Day b) National Mental Health Awareness Day c) World Mental Health Day d) International Day of Persons with Disabilities Ans: c) World Mental Health Day 6.The new Cooperative Act in Rajasthan is intended to replace which existing legislation? a) Rajasthan Cooperative Societies Act, 1999 b) Rajasthan Cooperative Act, 2001 c) Rajasthan Rural Development Act, 2005 d) Rajasthan Agricultural Societies Act, 1987 Ans: b) Rajasthan Cooperative Act, 2001 7.From which date did the mandatory linking of PAN with Aadhaar become compulsory? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 4, 2025 c) October 10, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: b) October 4, 2025 8.What is a key provision of the new Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act? a) It mandates all online games to be skill-based b) It bans all forms of online gaming c) It bans real-money betting and gambling apps d) It allows only e-sports with real money Ans: c) It bans real-money betting and gambling apps 9.Until when does the application portal for the amended PLI scheme for textiles remain open? a) October 31, 2025 b) November 30, 2025 c) December 31, 2025 d) January 31, 2026 Ans: c) December 31, 2025 10.How many processing units are planned to be established under the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission? a) 100 b) 500 c) 1,000 d) 2,000 Ans: c) 1,000 11.The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana focuses on improving agricultural infrastructure and productivity in how many selected districts? a) 50 b) 75 c) 100 d) 150 Ans: c) 100 12.The multi-lingual user interface of the Tele MANAS App is now available in how many regional languages? a) 5 b) 8 c) 10 d) 12 Ans: c) 10 13.What is the total investment represented by the over 1,100 projects inaugurated or for which foundation stones were laid across various agricultural sectors? a) Approximately ₹24,000 crore b) Approximately ₹11,440 crore c) Exceeding ₹42,000 crore d) Exactly ₹35,000 crore Ans: c) Exceeding ₹42,000 crore

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1.Which Indian cricketer recently surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most 150-plus scores in Tests before turning 24? a) Yashasvi Jaiswal b) B. Sai Sudharsan c) Prithvi Shaw d) Shubman Gill Ans: a) Yashasvi Jaiswal ...

1.Which Indian cricketer recently surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's record for the most 150-plus scores in Tests before turning 24? a) Yashasvi Jaiswal b) B. Sai Sudharsan c) Prithvi Shaw d) Shubman Gill Ans: a) Yashasvi Jaiswal 2.Yashasvi Jaiswal scored an unbeaten 173 runs in the second Test against West Indies at which venue? a) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai b) Eden Gardens, Kolkata c) Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: c) Arun Jaitley Stadium, New Delhi 3.How many 150-plus scores has Yashasvi Jaiswal achieved in Test cricket, including his recent innings, before turning 24? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Six Ans: c) Five 4.B. Sai Sudharsan was involved in a 193-run second-wicket partnership with Yashasvi Jaiswal. How many runs did Sudharsan contribute to this partnership? a) 73 b) 87 c) 94 d) 103 Ans: b) 87 5.Jasprit Bumrah recently became the first Indian seamer to achieve which of the following milestones? a) Take 500 wickets in Test cricket. b) Play 50 matches across all three formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is). c) Captain India in all three formats. d) Score a century in all three formats. Ans: b) Play 50 matches across all three formats (Tests, ODIs, and T20Is). 6.What is the total number of wickets Jasprit Bumrah has taken across all formats, as mentioned in the report? a) 318 b) 467 c) 500 d) 173 Ans: b) 467 7.Which team defeated India in their first loss of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup? a) Australia b) England c) South Africa d) New Zealand Ans: c) South Africa 8.The ICC Women's Cricket World Cup match where India suffered its first defeat was played at which stadium? a) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium b) Arun Jaitley Stadium c) Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium d) Wankhede Stadium Ans: c) Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket Stadium 9.Who was the match-winning player for South Africa with an unbeaten 84 runs in their victory against India in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup? a) Richa Ghosh b) Kranti Gaud c) Sneh Rana d) Nadine de Klerk Ans: d) Nadine de Klerk 10.After their defeat to South Africa, which team is the Indian Women's Cricket team set to face next in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup? a) South Africa b) England c) Australia d) West Indies Ans: c) Australia 11.In which badminton competition did India recently secure its first-ever mixed-team medal in the competition's history? a) BWF World Championships b) BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships c) Asian Games d) Olympic Games Ans: b) BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships 12.Which country did India defeat in the quarter-finals of the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships to guarantee a historic medal? a) Japan b) China c) Korea d) Malaysia Ans: c) Korea 13.How old is Yashasvi Jaiswal, as mentioned in the report, when he surpassed Sachin Tendulkar's record of 150-plus scores before turning 24? a) 21 years old b) 22 years old c) 23 years old d) 24 years old Ans: c) 23 years old

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1.Which Indian institute, led by quantum physicist Urbasi Sinha, developed new quantum techniques for generating and certifying truly random numbers? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Raman Research Institute (RRI) c) Tata Ins...

1.Which Indian institute, led by quantum physicist Urbasi Sinha, developed new quantum techniques for generating and certifying truly random numbers? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Raman Research Institute (RRI) c) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) d) Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) Ans: b) Raman Research Institute (RRI) 2.The quantum breakthrough in generating truly random numbers is considered the first major globally-relevant research output from which Indian initiative? a) Gaganyaan Program b) National Quantum Mission c) Mission Digital ShramSetu d) Biomedical Research Career Programme Ans: b) National Quantum Mission 3.What is India's target year for establishing its own Bharatiya Antariksh Station? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: b) 2035 4.By which year does India aim to land an Indian astronaut on the Moon? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 5.Which Indian rocket will be used for the launch of the BlueBird communication satellite in partnership with U.S.-based AST SpaceMobile by the end of 2025? a) PSLV b) GSLV c) LVM3 d) SSLV Ans: c) LVM3 6.When is the first unmanned test flight of India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight program scheduled? a) July 2025 b) December 2025 c) February 2026 d) 2027 Ans: b) December 2025 7.The NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite, launched in July 2025, is primarily focused on which area? a) Deep space astronomy b) Lunar exploration c) Earth observation d) Communication relay Ans: c) Earth observation 8.What is the projected value of India's space economy by 2033? a) $8.4 billion b) $15 billion c) $30 billion d) $44 billion Ans: d) $44 billion 9.Indian scientists from which institutes were part of the international team that captured the first-ever radio image of two black holes orbiting each other (quasar OJ287)? a) ISRO and DRDO b) Raman Research Institute and CSCR c) Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences and TIFR d) C-DAC and ICAT Ans: c) Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences and TIFR 10.By when does India aim to have its first entirely Indian foundational AI models ready? a) Before the AI Impact Summit in February 2026 b) By the end of 2025 c) By December 2025 d) By 2027 Ans: b) By the end of 2025 11.Which government body unveiled the roadmap 'AI for Inclusive Societal Development' and proposed 'Mission Digital ShramSetu'? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) b) NITI Aayog c) Ministry of Science and Technology d) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Ans: b) NITI Aayog 12.What is the primary focus of 'Mission Digital ShramSetu' proposed by NITI Aayog? a) Advancing quantum computing research b) Providing hack-proof digital security c) Leveraging AI for informal workers' development d) Establishing space stations Ans: c) Leveraging AI for informal workers' development 13.India and which country launched the Connectivity and Innovation Centre to advance digital technology and AI in telecommunications? a) United States b) Japan c) United Kingdom d) Germany Ans: c) United Kingdom 14.Which institution successfully completed India's first-in-human gene therapy trial for Hemophilia A? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) b) Centre for Stem Cell Research (CSCR), Vellore c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) d) National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) Ans: b) Centre for Stem Cell Research (CSCR), Vellore 15.The Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) Phase-III is a collaborative initiative between India and which other country? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Germany d) France Ans: b) United Kingdom 16.Which two organizations signed an MoU to drive indigenous innovation in the automotive sector, focusing on R&D, testing standards, and cybersecurity? a) ISRO and DRDO b) NITI Aayog and MeitY c) C-DAC and ICAT d) Raman Research Institute and CSCR Ans: c) C-DAC and ICAT 17.Indian researchers have made significant progress in paleoseismology by precisely dating ancient earthquakes using which method? a) Carbon dating of archaeological sites b) Analysis of tree rings in seismic zones c) Luminescence signals in quartz grains from sand dikes d) Satellite imagery of fault lines Ans: c) Luminescence signals in quartz grains from sand dikes

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1.Who recently hailed India as a 'key growth engine' for the global economy and noted its resilience? a) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer b) IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva c) NITI Aayog Chairman d) Union Minister Nitin Gadk...

1.Who recently hailed India as a 'key growth engine' for the global economy and noted its resilience? a) UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer b) IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva c) NITI Aayog Chairman d) Union Minister Nitin Gadkari Ans: b) IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva 2.What was India's real GDP growth in Q1 of FY 2025–26, as highlighted by the IMF? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 3.By what year did UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer project India to become the third largest economy? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2028 4.India is preparing to launch its own digital currency, which will be backed by which institution? a) State Bank of India (SBI) b) NITI Aayog c) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) d) Ministry of Finance Ans: c) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 5.India is set to host which significant event related to technological advancement in financial systems? a) Global Fintech Forum b) Digital Payments Summit c) AI Impact Summit d) Blockchain Innovation Conference Ans: c) AI Impact Summit 6.Which body proposed a major overhaul of India's tax enforcement framework, aiming to reduce criminal liability for tax offenses? a) Ministry of Finance b) Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) c) NITI Aayog d) Parliament of India Ans: c) NITI Aayog 7.What was India's foreign exchange reserves for the week ending October 3? a) $700.24 billion b) $699.96 billion c) $690.50 billion d) $710.10 billion Ans: b) $699.96 billion 8.India's automobile sector has surged to become the world's third-largest, surpassing which country? a) Germany b) United States c) Japan d) South Korea Ans: c) Japan 9.What is the current estimated value of India's automobile industry, as announced by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari? a) ₹15 lakh crore b) ₹18 lakh crore c) ₹22 lakh crore d) ₹25 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹22 lakh crore 10.Which of the following factors were attributed to India's impressive GDP growth in Q1 FY 2025-26? a) Increased foreign investment and export subsidies b) Revival in consumption and recent GST rate reductions c) Government spending on infrastructure and agricultural reforms d) Decline in global oil prices and increased remittances Ans: b) Revival in consumption and recent GST rate reductions 11.A primary aim of India's upcoming digital currency initiative is to: a) Replace all physical cash transactions immediately b) Make financial services faster, safer, and more accessible c) Facilitate international trade without traditional banking d) Provide direct cash transfers to citizens without verification Ans: b) Make financial services faster, safer, and more accessible 12.Which bank scheduled maintenance on October 11, affecting services like UPI, IMPS, NEFT, RTGS, and YONO? a) Punjab National Bank (PNB) b) HDFC Bank c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) ICICI Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 13.Punjab National Bank (PNB) announced a festive offer for car loans with what key feature? a) Interest rates starting from 8.5% with high processing fees b) Interest rates from 7.85% with zero processing fees c) Fixed interest rates for all customers, irrespective of credit score d) Mandatory prepayment charges for early closure Ans: b) Interest rates from 7.85% with zero processing fees 14.According to the NITI Aayog proposal, under what condition should criminal liability be retained for tax offenses? a) For all tax offenses regardless of value b) Only for willful and high-value evasion c) For offenses involving digital transactions d) When the taxpayer is a foreign entity Ans: b) Only for willful and high-value evasion 15.Union Minister Nitin Gadkari expressed optimism for India to become a global leader in auto manufacturing within five years through advancements in: a) Increased import of foreign technology and components b) Expansion of manual labor and traditional production methods c) Research, innovation, and alternative fuels d) Reduction of safety standards to boost production Ans: c) Research, innovation, and alternative fuels

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1.The first stage of a Gaza ceasefire, brokered by US President Donald Trump, came into effect on which date? a) October 7, 2025 b) October 10, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) October 15, 2025 Ans: b) October 10, 2025 2.Which of ...

1.The first stage of a Gaza ceasefire, brokered by US President Donald Trump, came into effect on which date? a) October 7, 2025 b) October 10, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) October 15, 2025 Ans: b) October 10, 2025 2.Which of the following issues was NOT addressed in the initial phase of the Gaza ceasefire agreement? a) Release of October 7 hostages b) Israeli military withdrawal to agreed lines c) Hamas' disarmament d) Return of displaced Palestinians Ans: c) Hamas' disarmament 3.Which former US Secretaries of State lauded the Trump administration's efforts in establishing the Gaza ceasefire deal? a) Madeleine Albright and Colin Powell b) Condoleezza Rice and Hillary Clinton c) John Kerry and Mike Pompeo d) James Baker and George Shultz Ans: b) Condoleezza Rice and Hillary Clinton 4.Maria Corina Machado, recipient of the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize, is an opposition politician from which country? a) Colombia b) Argentina c) Venezuela d) Brazil Ans: c) Venezuela 5.For what primary reason was Maria Corina Machado awarded the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize? a) Her humanitarian work with refugees b) Her efforts in promoting democracy and peaceful political transition c) Her economic reforms in Latin America d) Her role in brokering international peace treaties Ans: b) Her efforts in promoting democracy and peaceful political transition 6.According to the Ukrainian Foreign Intelligence Service (SZRU), which Chinese satellites were allegedly used to provide targeting support for a large-scale Russian strike on Lviv? a) Gaofen-1 and Gaofen-2 b) Yaogan 33-03 and Yaogan 33-04 c) Beidou-3 and Beidou-4 d) Fengyun-4A and Fengyun-4B Ans: b) Yaogan 33-03 and Yaogan 33-04 7.The US recently sanctioned entities and individuals linked to Iranian-backed networks with the aim of achieving what? a) Supporting democratic elections in Iraq b) Isolating Iran from the international financial system and disrupting smuggling efforts c) Providing aid to war-torn regions in the Middle East d) Strengthening alliances with regional partners against terrorism Ans: b) Isolating Iran from the international financial system and disrupting smuggling efforts 8.Which UK Prime Minister visited India and announced significant advancements in bilateral relations, including the establishment of UK university campuses in India? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Theresa May Ans: c) Keir Starmer 9.Under which Indian policy were the campuses of nine UK universities approved by the University Grants Commission (UGC)? a) Make in India Policy b) National Education Policy (NEP 2020) c) Skill India Mission d) Digital India Initiative Ans: b) National Education Policy (NEP 2020) 10.Which Indian bank is collaborating with the UK on a Technology Startup Fund under a Memorandum of Understanding? a) HDFC Bank b) ICICI Bank c) Punjab National Bank d) State Bank of India (SBI) Ans: d) State Bank of India (SBI) 11.Who was elected as the 29th president of Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) on October 4? a) Fumio Kishida b) Sanae Takaichi c) Taro Aso d) Shigeru Ishiba Ans: b) Sanae Takaichi 12.At which event did the Indian badminton team secure its first-ever bronze medal in the Mixed Team event? a) Asian Games 2025 b) BWF World Championships 2025 c) BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships 2025 d) Commonwealth Games 2025 Ans: c) BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships 2025 13.How many new members were elected by the UN General Assembly (UNGA) to the 47-member Human Rights Council for the 2025-2027 term? a) 12 b) 15 c) 18 d) 21 Ans: c) 18

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1.India recently upgraded its diplomatic presence in Afghanistan by elevating its technical mission in Kabul to what status? a) Consulate General b) Liaison Office c) Embassy d) Special Representative Office Ans: c) Embassy ...

1.India recently upgraded its diplomatic presence in Afghanistan by elevating its technical mission in Kabul to what status? a) Consulate General b) Liaison Office c) Embassy d) Special Representative Office Ans: c) Embassy 2.Who is the current External Affairs Minister of India who announced the upgrade of the diplomatic mission in Afghanistan? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar c) Rajnath Singh d) Amit Shah Ans: b) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar 3.Which Afghan official made a maiden visit to India, marking the first time a senior Taliban official visited the country since 2021? a) Mohammad Hassan Akhund b) Sirajuddin Haqqani c) Amir Khan Muttaqi d) Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar Ans: c) Amir Khan Muttaqi 4.As a goodwill gesture during recent talks, India gifted what to Afghanistan? a) 50 tonnes of wheat b) 20 ambulances c) 10,000 doses of vaccines d) Construction materials for a hospital Ans: b) 20 ambulances 5.What is India's current stance regarding the formal recognition of the Taliban government following the recent diplomatic engagement? a) India has formally recognized the Taliban government. b) India is in the process of formally recognizing the Taliban government. c) India has not yet formally recognized the Taliban government. d) India has withdrawn its recognition of the previous Afghan government. Ans: c) India has not yet formally recognized the Taliban government. 6.Which financial institution is involved in launching the Technology Startup Fund under a UK-India MoU to support entrepreneurs? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Punjab National Bank (PNB) c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) HDFC Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 7.What is the name of the lightweight multirole missile for which India and the UK finalized a ₹4,154 crore defense agreement? a) BrahMos b) Martlet c) Akash d) Javelin Ans: b) Martlet 8.Who is the current Prime Minister of the United Kingdom mentioned in the context of strengthening India-UK ties? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Liz Truss Ans: c) Keir Starmer 9.What is India's ambitious target for achieving a USD 5 trillion economy, as stated by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari? a) By 2025 b) By 2027 c) By 2030 d) By 2047 Ans: b) By 2027 10.In which sector has India recently surpassed Japan to become the world's third-largest market, according to Nitin Gadkari? a) Information Technology b) Textile Industry c) Automobile Sector d) Pharmaceutical Industry Ans: c) Automobile Sector 11.Union Minister Nitin Gadkari emphasized the importance of alternative fuels like ethanol and methanol primarily to achieve what? a) Increase agricultural exports b) Reduce crude oil imports c) Boost manufacturing output d) Enhance renewable energy generation Ans: b) Reduce crude oil imports 12.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to launch which two crucial agricultural initiatives aimed at boosting India's pulses production? a) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Krishi Sinchai Yojana b) PM Fasal Bima Yojana and National Food Security Mission c) PM Dhan-Dhaanya Yojana and Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission d) Gramin Bhandaran Yojana and Agri-Market Infrastructure Fund Ans: c) PM Dhan-Dhaanya Yojana and Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission 13.What was India's foreign exchange reserves figure for the week ending October 3, as reported by the Reserve Bank of India? a) $700.24 billion b) $699.96 billion c) $695.50 billion d) $705.12 billion Ans: b) $699.96 billion

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1.Which two significant agricultural initiatives are Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to launch on October 11, 2025? a) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Krishi Sinchai Yojana b) PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Self-Reliance in Pulses Miss...

1.Which two significant agricultural initiatives are Prime Minister Narendra Modi set to launch on October 11, 2025? a) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi and Krishi Sinchai Yojana b) PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission c) Fasal Bima Yojana and National Food Security Mission d) Digital Agriculture Platform and Organic Farming Promotion Scheme Ans: b) PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana and Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission 2.What is the financial outlay approved by the Union Cabinet for the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission for the period 2025-2031? a) ₹9,800 crore b) ₹11,440 crore c) ₹13,200 crore d) ₹15,000 crore Ans: b) ₹11,440 crore 3.By 2030-31, the Self-Reliance in Pulses Mission targets increasing pulse production to how many lakh tonnes? a) 250 lakh tonnes b) 300 lakh tonnes c) 350 lakh tonnes d) 400 lakh tonnes Ans: c) 350 lakh tonnes 4.How many new commodities were integrated into the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) platform, bringing the total tradable items to 247? a) 5 b) 7 c) 9 d) 11 Ans: c) 9 5.On what date was the expansion of the National Agriculture Market (e-NAM) platform, by integrating nine new commodities, announced? a) October 4, 2025 b) October 8, 2025 c) October 9, 2025 d) October 11, 2025 Ans: b) October 8, 2025 6.Which city hosted the Global Fintech Fest 2025, where Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's transformation into a technologically inclusive society? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Hyderabad d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 7.According to PM Modi's address at the Global Fintech Fest 2025, how many transactions does the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) now process monthly? a) 10 billion b) 15 billion c) 20 billion d) 25 billion Ans: c) 20 billion 8.From when will Aadhaar authentication become mandatory for all new centrally sponsored schemes for direct benefit transfers? a) January 1, 2026 b) April 1, 2026 c) July 1, 2026 d) October 1, 2026 Ans: b) April 1, 2026 9.India unveiled its National Red List Roadmap and Vision 2025-2030 at which international event on October 9, 2025? a) COP28 Climate Summit b) World Economic Forum c) IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 d) G20 Summit on Environment Ans: c) IUCN World Conservation Congress 2025 10.The Swayampurna Maharashtra Residential Rooftop (SMART) Solar Scheme offers subsidies up to 95% for rooftop solar installations to low-income households consuming less than how many units of electricity per month? a) 50 units b) 75 units c) 100 units d) 150 units Ans: c) 100 units 11.What is the total investment allocated for the PM-SETU (Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs) Scheme? a) ₹30,000 crore b) ₹45,000 crore c) ₹60,000 crore d) ₹75,000 crore Ans: c) ₹60,000 crore 12.The PM-SETU scheme aims to upgrade how many Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India? a) 500 b) 750 c) 1,000 d) 1,250 Ans: c) 1,000 13.The Ministry of Minority Affairs signed an MoU with which IIT under the PM VIKAS scheme to provide technical skills to minority communities in Kerala? a) IIT-Madras b) IIT-Hyderabad c) IIT-Palakkad d) IIT-Kozhikode Ans: c) IIT-Palakkad 14.Which two Ministries jointly launched the Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign 3.0 (TFYC 3.0)? a) Ministry of Health & Family Welfare and Ministry of Women & Child Development b) Ministry of Education and Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports c) Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health & Family Welfare d) Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment and Ministry of Education Ans: c) Ministry of Education and Ministry of Health & Family Welfare

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1.Which Indian cricketer broke the all-time world record for the most runs in ODIs in a calendar year, as mentioned in the article? a) Richa Ghosh b) Smriti Mandhana c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Kranti Gaud Ans: b) Smriti Mandhana
1.Which Indian cricketer broke the all-time world record for the most runs in ODIs in a calendar year, as mentioned in the article? a) Richa Ghosh b) Smriti Mandhana c) Harmanpreet Kaur d) Kranti Gaud Ans: b) Smriti Mandhana 2.In the ICC Women's World Cup 2025 match, which South African player scored a match-winning unbeaten innings of 84 runs against India? a) Laura Wolvaardt b) Marizanne Kapp c) Nadine de Klerk d) Sune Luus Ans: c) Nadine de Klerk 3.Which Indian batter was the standout performer for India, scoring 94 runs, in the Women's World Cup match against South Africa? a) Smriti Mandhana b) Richa Ghosh c) Jemimah Rodrigues d) Deepti Sharma Ans: b) Richa Ghosh 4.The ICC Women's World Cup 2025 match between India and South Africa, where India faced defeat, took place in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) Visakhapatnam d) Mumbai Ans: c) Visakhapatnam 5.Who was newly appointed as the Test and ODI captain for the Indian men's cricket team, leading them in the series against West Indies? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) Ravindra Jadeja Ans: c) Shubman Gill 6.Who is the head coach of the Indian men's cricket team, mentioned as hosting the team for dinner before the second Test against West Indies? a) Rahul Dravid b) Anil Kumble c) Gautam Gambhir d) VVS Laxman Ans: c) Gautam Gambhir 7.Which two Indian players achieved career-best positions in the latest ICC Test rankings following their performance in the first Test against West Indies? a) Shubman Gill and Mohammed Shami b) Rohit Sharma and Jasprit Bumrah c) Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj d) Virat Kohli and Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Ravindra Jadeja and Mohammed Siraj 8.In which city did the second and final Test match between India and West Indies commence on October 10? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 9.Which Indian footballer scored a crucial equalizer in the 90th minute against Singapore in the AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier match? a) Sunil Chhetri b) Sandesh Jhingan c) Rahim Ali d) Lallianzuala Chhangte Ans: c) Rahim Ali 10.India played a 1-1 draw against which country in their AFC Asian Cup 2027 Qualifier match? a) Malaysia b) Thailand c) Singapore d) Vietnam Ans: c) Singapore 11.In which city was the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships held, where India secured its first-ever mixed-team medal? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Guwahati d) Lucknow Ans: c) Guwahati 12.India created history by defeating which country in the quarter-finals of the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships to secure their first-ever mixed-team medal? a) China b) Japan c) Korea d) Malaysia Ans: c) Korea 13.Which player, currently under an ongoing investigation, was included in Maharashtra's Ranji Trophy squad? a) Sarfaraz Khan b) Prithvi Shaw c) Shivam Dube d) Ruturaj Gaikwad Ans: b) Prithvi Shaw

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1.Where was the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 predominantly held? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 2.Which body officially inaugurated the Bharat 6G Alliance at IMC 2025? a) Mini...

1.Where was the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 predominantly held? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 2.Which body officially inaugurated the Bharat 6G Alliance at IMC 2025? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology b) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) 3.What percentage of global 6G patents does India strategically aim to secure? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 4.Who is the Union Minister of Communications mentioned in the context of India's telecom sector advancements? a) Piyush Goyal b) Narendra Modi c) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia d) V. Narayanan Ans: c) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia 5.Which technology is recognized as India's first fully 'Swadeshi' deep-tech platform, developed with entirely indigenous hardware, software, and chipsets? a) UPI b) ONDC c) Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) d) Bharat 6G Ans: c) Direct-to-Mobile (D2M) 6.Who is the current Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)? a) K. Sivan b) S. Somanath c) V. Narayanan d) G. Madhavan Nair Ans: c) V. Narayanan 7.What is the target completion period for India's Mangalyaan 2 mission? a) 2025-2027 b) 2028-2030 c) 2031-2033 d) 2035-2037 Ans: b) 2028-2030 8.What is the primary objective of the Mangalyaan 2 mission? a) Lunar landing b) Sun observation c) Mars landing d) Asteroid sampling Ans: c) Mars landing 9.Which two space agencies collaborated on the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Earth observation satellite) project? a) ESA and ISRO b) JAXA and ISRO c) NASA and ISRO d) Roscosmos and ISRO Ans: c) NASA and ISRO 10.What type of radar bands are equipped on the NISAR satellite for Earth observation? a) X-band and C-band b) L-band and S-band c) Ku-band and Ka-band d) P-band and VHF-band Ans: b) L-band and S-band 11.What is India's projected space economy size by 2033? a) $20 billion b) $30 billion c) $44 billion d) $50 billion Ans: c) $44 billion 12.In which Indian state did AI-powered alert systems reportedly save over 500,000 lives during the 2024 floods? a) Tamil Nadu b) Kerala c) Odisha d) West Bengal Ans: b) Kerala 13.Which country has established a Joint Centre for AI with India to advance responsible and trustworthy AI? a) United States b) Japan c) United Kingdom d) Germany Ans: c) United Kingdom 14.How much funding has been allocated for Phase III of the Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP)? a) ₹500 crore b) ₹1000 crore c) ₹1500 crore d) ₹2000 crore Ans: c) ₹1500 crore 15.Approximately how many species of plants and animals will be assessed in India's nationwide 'Red List' survey? a) 5,000 b) 8,000 c) 11,000 d) 15,000 Ans: c) 11,000 16.What is India's rank in the 2025 Global Innovation Index (GII)? a) 28th b) 38th c) 48th d) 58th Ans: b) 38th 17.According to the 2025 GII, India is recognized as the leader in innovation in which specific region? a) East Asia b) North Africa and West Asia c) Central and Southern Asia d) Sub-Saharan Africa Ans: c) Central and Southern Asia 18.What is the 'Digital Communication Theme' set for the upcoming Emerging Science Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2025? a) Future of AI b) Digital Communication c) Space Exploration d) Biomedical Breakthroughs Ans: b) Digital Communication

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1.Which international figure stated that India is on track to become the world's third-largest economy by 2028? a) Kristalina Georgieva b) Narendra Modi c) Keir Starmer d) Nitin Gadkari Ans: c) Keir Starmer 2.Who is the Mana...

1.Which international figure stated that India is on track to become the world's third-largest economy by 2028? a) Kristalina Georgieva b) Narendra Modi c) Keir Starmer d) Nitin Gadkari Ans: c) Keir Starmer 2.Who is the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) who lauded India as a 'key growth engine of the world economy'? a) Christine Lagarde b) Kristalina Georgieva c) Janet Yellen d) Ursula von der Leyen Ans: b) Kristalina Georgieva 3.What is the shared goal for bilateral trade between India and the UK by 2030? a) $56 billion b) $112 billion c) $224 billion d) $350 billion Ans: b) $112 billion 4.What was the value of the defense deal signed between India and the UK for the purchase of missiles for the Indian Army? a) £1.3 billion b) £250 million c) £350 million d) ₹15,430 crore Ans: c) £350 million 5.How much have Indian companies committed to investing in the UK, as mentioned in the text? a) £250 million b) £350 million c) £1.3 billion d) £112 billion Ans: c) £1.3 billion 6.According to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, by which year does India aim to achieve a USD 5 trillion economy? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2047 Ans: a) 2027 7.What is India's current global ranking in the automobile industry, having surpassed Japan? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 8.What was the value of India's digital economy in 2023? a) $108 billion b) $370 billion c) $500 billion d) $1 trillion Ans: b) $370 billion 9.India accounts for approximately what proportion of the world's real-time digital transactions? a) One-quarter b) One-third c) Half d) Two-thirds Ans: c) Half 10.Which organization cautioned that innovation and adoption gaps need to be addressed to maintain momentum in India's digital economy and achieve digital sovereignty goals by 2047? a) IMF b) World Bank c) GSMA d) SEBI Ans: c) GSMA 11.Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced plans to build an AI data center of what capacity in India? a) 100 MW b) 500 MW c) 1 GW d) 5 GW Ans: c) 1 GW 12.Who is the SEBI Chairman mentioned in the text who addressed concerns regarding foreign fund outflows? a) Madhabi Puri Buch b) Ajay Tyagi c) Tuhin Kanta Pandey d) U.K. Sinha Ans: c) Tuhin Kanta Pandey 13.How many UK universities received approval to open campuses in India? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 14.What was the initial value of the agreement between India and the UK for collaboration on electric-powered engines for naval ships? a) £1.3 billion b) £350 million c) £250 million d) $112 billion Ans: c) £250 million 15.What is the projected value of India's digital economy by 2030? a) $370 billion b) $500 billion c) $750 billion d) Exceed $1 trillion Ans: d) Exceed $1 trillion

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1.Who among the following were jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2025 for their pioneering work in developing Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs)? a) Susumu Kitagawa, Clarke, and Martinis b) Richard Robson, Omar Yaghi, and ...

1.Who among the following were jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry in 2025 for their pioneering work in developing Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs)? a) Susumu Kitagawa, Clarke, and Martinis b) Richard Robson, Omar Yaghi, and László Krasznahorkai c) Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar Yaghi d) Devoret, Clarke, and Susumu Kitagawa Ans: c) Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar Yaghi 2.For what primary application were Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar Yaghi recognized with the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry? a) Developing new forms of superconductivity b) Pioneering work in Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) c) Discovering novel chemical elements d) Advancing quantum computing Ans: b) Pioneering work in Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) 3.Which of the following is an application of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), as mentioned in the context of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry? a) Enhancing semiconductor performance b) Capturing carbon dioxide c) Generating electricity from geothermal sources d) Developing advanced propulsion systems Ans: b) Capturing carbon dioxide 4.The 2025 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to which Hungarian novelist? a) Clarke b) Omar Yaghi c) László Krasznahorkai d) Richard Robson Ans: c) László Krasznahorkai 5.Who announced the first-phase ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas? a) The United Nations Secretary-General b) US President Donald Trump c) The European Union President d) The Prime Minister of Israel Ans: b) US President Donald Trump 6.Which city hosted the initial talks between Western and Arab officials to address outstanding issues in the Hamas-Israel conflict, from which both Hamas and Israeli officials were notably absent? a) Washington D.C. b) London c) Paris d) Brussels Ans: c) Paris 7.According to the provided text, which of the following is NOT an outstanding issue expected to be discussed following the first-phase Hamas-Israel ceasefire agreement? a) Governance over the Gaza Strip b) Hamas' disarmament c) Comprehensive resolution to the conflict d) Exchange of prisoners Ans: d) Exchange of prisoners 8.The second edition of the Global Gateway Forum is taking place in October 2025 in which city? a) Paris b) Washington D.C. c) Brussels d) London Ans: c) Brussels 9.What is a primary focus of the Global Gateway Forum, as mentioned in the current affairs content? a) Negotiating peace treaties b) Advancing global connectivity and EU's external investment initiatives c) Discussing space exploration policies d) Regulating international financial markets Ans: b) Advancing global connectivity and EU's external investment initiatives 10.California's declaration of Diwali as a state holiday makes it the ______ U.S. state to recognize the Festival of Lights. a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 11.Which two U.S. states had already recognized Diwali as a state holiday before California? a) New York and Texas b) Florida and Ohio c) Pennsylvania and Connecticut d) Massachusetts and Illinois Ans: c) Pennsylvania and Connecticut 12.What is a direct implication of California declaring Diwali a state holiday? a) It mandates all businesses to close on Diwali. b) It grants paid time off for state employees and permits schools to observe the festival. c) It establishes Diwali as a federal holiday across the U.S. d) It requires all U.S. states to follow suit. Ans: b) It grants paid time off for state employees and permits schools to observe the festival. 13.In the context of geopolitical tensions, which country is Russia reportedly threatening to deploy its missiles to, in response to the US potentially supplying Tomahawk missiles to Ukraine? a) Venezuela b) Cuba c) Syria d) North Korea Ans: b) Cuba 14.Which regions are currently grappling with severe weather conditions, specifically heavy rainfall and widespread flooding, according to the text? a) North America and Europe b) West and Eastern Africa c) East Asia and Oceania d) South America and Antarctica Ans: b) West and Eastern Africa 15.The Nobel Prize in Physics for 2025 was awarded to which group of individuals? a) Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar Yaghi b) László Krasznahorkai c) Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis d) Donald Trump, Hamas, and Israeli officials Ans: c) Clarke, Devoret, and Martinis

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1.During his recent visit to India, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a defence deal with India. What was the value of this deal? a) £150 million b) £250 million c) £350 million d) £450 million Ans: c) £350 million ...

1.During his recent visit to India, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer signed a defence deal with India. What was the value of this deal? a) £150 million b) £250 million c) £350 million d) £450 million Ans: c) £350 million 2.India will procure which of the following from the UK under the recent £350 million defence deal signed during PM Keir Starmer's visit? a) Fighter jets b) Submarines c) Missiles d) Naval vessels Ans: c) Missiles 3.Besides strengthening bilateral ties, what two major international conflicts/plans were discussed by PM Modi and British PM Keir Starmer during the latter's visit to India? a) South China Sea dispute and Syrian civil war b) Russia-Ukraine conflict and Gaza peace plan c) Iran nuclear deal and Afghanistan stability d) North Korea's nuclear program and Yemen crisis Ans: b) Russia-Ukraine conflict and Gaza peace plan 4.India recently signed three key defence agreements with which country during Defence Minister Rajnath Singh's visit? a) Japan b) France c) Australia d) Germany Ans: c) Australia 5.Which country's foreign minister has commenced a visit to India for a meeting with the External Affairs Minister? a) Pakistan b) Myanmar c) Sri Lanka d) Taliban (Afghanistan) Ans: d) Taliban (Afghanistan) 6.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the first phase of which major infrastructure project aimed at boosting regional connectivity? a) Delhi-Mumbai Industrial Corridor b) Navi Mumbai International Airport c) Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor d) Bundelkhand Expressway Ans: b) Navi Mumbai International Airport 7.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to launch a pilot program on 'deposit tokenisation'. What is the primary purpose of this initiative? a) To regulate cryptocurrency exchanges b) To enhance transaction efficiency by converting bank deposits into digital tokens c) To introduce a new digital currency for retail use d) To monitor cross-border financial transactions Ans: b) To enhance transaction efficiency by converting bank deposits into digital tokens 8.What was the record value of India's smartphone exports in the first half of the current year? a) $8.2 billion b) $10.5 billion c) $13.4 billion d) $15.1 billion Ans: c) $13.4 billion 9.According to a recent Supreme Court ruling, what is the minimum experience required for judicial officers in the Bar to be eligible to become District Judges? a) Five years b) Seven years c) Ten years d) Twelve years Ans: b) Seven years 10.The Supreme Court recently ruled that retrospective age limits under which law violate reproductive autonomy, stating it will not apply to couples who commenced the process before the Act came into force? a) Adoption Law b) Surrogacy Law c) Marriage Law d) Inheritance Law Ans: b) Surrogacy Law 11.Which regulatory body has mandated all cough syrup manufacturers in India to submit a list of their products and initiated joint audits following concerns over product standards? a) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) b) Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) c) Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) d) Medical Council of India (MCI) Ans: c) Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) 12.Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently reviewed the security situation in which region, affirming full freedom to security forces to counter threats? a) Northeast India b) Jammu and Kashmir c) Maoist-affected areas d) Coastal security zones Ans: b) Jammu and Kashmir 13.Which RJD leader pledged that if the INDIA bloc comes to power in Bihar, they would enact legislation to ensure every household has a member with a government job? a) Lalu Prasad Yadav b) Tejashwi Yadav c) Rabri Devi d) Manoj Jha Ans: b) Tejashwi Yadav 14.Which major international sporting event is witnessing unprecedented fan engagement in India, with tickets for India's matches against Australia and England already sold out? a) FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers b) ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 c) ICC Women's World Cup 2025 d) Olympic Games 2028 Ans: c) ICC Women's World Cup 2025

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1.What is the full form of the PM-SETU scheme, recently launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Economic Transformation through Upgraded ITIs b) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training for Urban...

1.What is the full form of the PM-SETU scheme, recently launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Economic Transformation through Upgraded ITIs b) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training for Urbanization c) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs d) Pradhan Mantri Sustainable Employment and Technical Upliftment Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs 2.What is the total investment allocated for the PM-SETU scheme? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹4,445 crore c) ₹60,000 crore d) ₹7,300 crore Ans: c) ₹60,000 crore 3.Which model is envisioned for the upgrading of ITIs under the PM-SETU scheme? a) 'Public-Private Partnership' model b) 'Government-owned, Industry-managed' model c) 'Industry-led, Government-supported' model d) 'Centrally-managed, State-implemented' model Ans: b) 'Government-owned, Industry-managed' model 4.What is the financial outlay for the government scheme to boost domestic production of rare earth magnets? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹7,300 crore c) ₹19,650 crore d) ₹4,445 crore Ans: b) ₹7,300 crore 5.What is the target production capacity for rare earth magnets by 2030 under the new domestic production scheme? a) 1,000 tonnes b) 3,000 tonnes c) 6,000 tonnes d) 10,000 tonnes Ans: c) 6,000 tonnes 6.Which industries are primarily mentioned as benefiting from the domestic production of rare earth magnets? a) Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology, Aerospace b) Electric vehicles, Wind turbines, Consumer electronics c) Agriculture, Food processing, Textiles d) Construction, Mining, Oil & Gas Ans: b) Electric vehicles, Wind turbines, Consumer electronics 7.In which districts of Uttar Pradesh is the PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park proposed? a) Noida and Ghaziabad b) Varanasi and Prayagraj c) Lucknow and Hardoi d) Agra and Mathura Ans: c) Lucknow and Hardoi 8.What is the projected investment attracted by the PM MITRA Park in Uttar Pradesh? a) ₹4,445 crore b) ₹7,300 crore c) ₹10,000 crore d) ₹70,000 crore Ans: c) ₹10,000 crore 9.How many PM MITRA Parks are planned to be established across India under the central government scheme? a) Five b) Seven c) Ten d) Twelve Ans: b) Seven 10.Which organization has the Delhi government partnered with to provide collateral-free loans to small entrepreneurs? a) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) b) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) c) Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Ans: c) Credit Guarantee Fund Trust for Micro and Small Enterprises (CGTMSE) 11.What is the maximum guarantee coverage offered for collateral-free loans under the Delhi government's scheme? a) Up to 50% b) Up to 75% c) Up to 95% d) Up to 100% Ans: c) Up to 95% 12.What is the estimated cost of Phase 1 of the Navi Mumbai International Airport? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹19,650 crore c) ₹60,000 crore d) ₹7,300 crore Ans: b) ₹19,650 crore 13.What is the name of India's first Integrated Common Mobility App launched in Mumbai? a) Mumbai Connect b) Mumbai One c) Metro Mobility d) Navi Transport Ans: b) Mumbai One 14.How many public transport operators does the 'Mumbai One' app aim to streamline? a) 5 b) 8 c) 11 d) 15 Ans: c) 11 15.What is the extended deadline for exercising the choice for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS)? a) October 31st b) November 30th c) December 31st d) January 31st of next year Ans: b) November 30th

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1.Where were the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, where India achieved its highest-ever medal haul, concluded? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) New Delhi 2.How many gold medals did India secure ...

1.Where were the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, where India achieved its highest-ever medal haul, concluded? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) New Delhi 2.How many gold medals did India secure at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) 7 b) 9 c) 6 d) 22 Ans: c) 6 3.What was India's overall ranking in the medal standings at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) 5th b) 8th c) 10th d) 15th Ans: c) 10th 4.Which Indian athlete set a new F64 category championship record in javelin throw at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Nishad Kumar b) Sandip Sanjay Sargar c) Sumit Antil d) Shailesh Kumar Ans: c) Sumit Antil 5.Simran Sharma clinched a gold medal and set a new Asian record in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Women's 200m T12 b) Women's Long Jump T12 c) Women's 100m T12 d) Women's Javelin Throw F41 Ans: c) Women's 100m T12 6.Who is the head coach of the Indian men's cricket team mentioned in the context of the West Indies Test series? a) Rahul Dravid b) Gautam Gambhir c) VVS Laxman d) Anil Kumble Ans: b) Gautam Gambhir 7.Which former Indian spinner reportedly urged senior players to participate in domestic cricket for 2027 World Cup contention? a) Harbhajan Singh b) Anil Kumble c) Ravichandran Ashwin d) Pragyan Ojha Ans: c) Ravichandran Ashwin 8.Mohammad Shami is set to play the Ranji opener for which team against Uttarakhand? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Delhi c) Bengal d) Madhya Pradesh Ans: c) Bengal 9.Who will captain Bengal in the Ranji opener against Uttarakhand? a) Mohammad Shami b) Abhimanyu Easwaran c) Wriddhiman Saha d) Manoj Tiwary Ans: b) Abhimanyu Easwaran 10.Which Indian cricketer currently leads the latest ODI batting rankings? a) Jemimah Rodrigues b) Harmanpreet Kaur c) Smriti Mandhana d) Shafali Verma Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana 11.In which chess tournament did Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov renew their rivalry after 30 years? a) World Chess Championship 2025 b) Grand Chess Tour 2025 c) Clutch Chess Legends 2025 d) FIDE World Cup 2025 Ans: c) Clutch Chess Legends 2025 12.What was India's total medal haul at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) 18 b) 20 c) 22 d) 25 Ans: c) 22 13.Which Indian para-athlete won a gold medal in the men's high jump T47 category at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Sumit Antil b) Nishad Kumar c) Rinku Hooda d) Shailesh Kumar Ans: b) Nishad Kumar 14.Who is the assistant coach of the Indian men's cricket team, mentioned for backing Sai Sudharsan? a) Rahul Dravid b) Vikram Rathour c) Paras Mhambrey d) Ten Doeschate Ans: d) Ten Doeschate

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1.According to Union Minister Jitendra Singh's announcement at IMC 2025, what is India's projected space economy expansion by 2033? a) $20 billion b) $30 billion c) $44 billion d) $50 billion Ans: c) $44 billion 2.What was t...

1.According to Union Minister Jitendra Singh's announcement at IMC 2025, what is India's projected space economy expansion by 2033? a) $20 billion b) $30 billion c) $44 billion d) $50 billion Ans: c) $44 billion 2.What was the central theme of the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) "Digital India: Connecting Everyone" b) "Innovate to Transform" c) "Global Leadership in 6G Technology" d) "Space for Digital Inclusion" Ans: b) "Innovate to Transform" 3.Which venue hosted the 9th edition of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi b) Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi c) Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi d) India International Convention and Expo Centre (IICC), Dwarka Ans: c) Yashobhoomi Convention Centre, New Delhi 4.Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated India's ambition to secure what percentage of global 6G patents? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 5.The Satcom Summit, inaugurated by Jyotiraditya Scindia at IMC 2025, emphasized which theme? a) "Satellite Communications for Rural Development" b) "Space Networks for Universal Connectivity" c) "Next-Gen Satellite Technology" d) "Global Satellite Market Expansion" Ans: b) "Space Networks for Universal Connectivity" 6.Which of the following Indian startups was selected to participate in the AWS 2025 Generative AI Accelerator program? a) TechInnovate b) Hyperbots c) FutureAI d) Digital Minds Ans: b) Hyperbots 7.The partnership involving IIT Madras, Vertiv, and IIT Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation aims to train STEM students in which specialized area? a) Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning b) Cybersecurity and Network Security c) Data center operations and maintenance d) Cloud Computing and DevOps Ans: c) Data center operations and maintenance 8.What is the title of the pioneering roadmap unveiled by NITI Aayog to leverage AI for the benefit of informal workers? a) "AI for Economic Empowerment" b) "AI for Inclusive Societal Development" c) "Digital Transformation for Informal Sector" d) "Frontier Technologies for Livelihoods" Ans: b) "AI for Inclusive Societal Development" 9.Gopalasamudram Narayana Ramachandran is renowned for his discovery of which significant model in protein research? a) The Alpha-helix structure b) The Beta-sheet configuration c) The Triple-helix collagen model d) The DNA double helix Ans: c) The Triple-helix collagen model 10.The 'Ramachandran plot', developed by G.N. Ramachandran, is a tool primarily used for mapping what? a) Genetic mutations b) Protein shapes c) Chemical bonds d) Cellular respiration pathways Ans: b) Protein shapes 11.G.N. Ramachandran's Fourier-based 3D reconstruction principle became the foundational basis for which medical imaging technology? a) Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) b) Positron Emission Tomography (PET) c) Computed Tomography (CT scans) d) Ultrasonography Ans: c) Computed Tomography (CT scans) 12.Who among the following was NOT awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their work on metal-organic frameworks (MOFs)? a) Susumu Kitagawa b) Richard Robson c) Omar Yaghi d) Gopalasamudram Narayana Ramachandran Ans: d) Gopalasamudram Narayana Ramachandran

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1.Which international organizations have hailed India's economy as a "key growth engine" globally, expressing confidence in its trajectory despite international turbulence? a) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organiz...

1.Which international organizations have hailed India's economy as a "key growth engine" globally, expressing confidence in its trajectory despite international turbulence? a) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Trade Organization (WTO) b) World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank d) World Trade Organization (WTO) and Asian Development Bank (ADB) Ans: c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank 2.According to the IMF's Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, what is a significant shift in global growth patterns that highlights India's role? a) The United States is becoming the primary growth driver b) China is accelerating its economic growth c) European Union economies are experiencing rapid expansion d) China is decelerating its economic growth Ans: d) China is decelerating its economic growth 3.The World Bank has raised India's growth forecast for FY26 to what percentage, attributing it to resilient domestic demand and rural recovery? a) 6.0% b) 6.3% c) 6.5% d) 7.8% Ans: c) 6.5% 4.What was India's robust real GDP growth recorded in the first quarter of FY2025-26? a) 6.5% b) 7.2% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 5.The GST rationalization in September 2025 consolidated GST into how many main slabs? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 6.By how many basis points is the GST rationalization projected to reduce prices over the next year? a) 20-40 basis points b) 40-60 basis points c) 60-80 basis points d) 80-100 basis points Ans: c) 60-80 basis points 7.Which of the following is NOT a feature of the RBI's proposed draft Ombudsman Scheme 2025? a) Introduction of low ceilings for compensation b) Broad powers for the RBI ombudsman c) Removal of limits on the financial value of disputes d) Provision of a cost-effective, non-adversarial mechanism Ans: a) Introduction of low ceilings for compensation 8.The RBI is set to launch a pilot for deposit tokenization using which technology as the base layer for blockchain-backed digital settlements? a) Unified Payments Interface (UPI) b) Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) c) Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) d) National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) Ans: b) Wholesale Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) 9.Who is the RBI Governor mentioned in the text who announced the development of a Unified Markets Interface (UMI) and highlighted concerns over digital fraud? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Raghuram Rajan c) Urjit Patel d) Sanjay Malhotra Ans: d) Sanjay Malhotra 10.On Wednesday, October 8th, which Indian benchmark index closed 0.19% lower at 81,773.66? a) Nifty 50 b) Sensex c) BSE Midcap d) Nifty IT Ans: b) Sensex 11.Which sector showed resilience on October 8th, with its index rising 1.51%, led by gains in companies like Infosys and TCS? a) Banking b) Real Estate c) IT d) FMCG Ans: c) IT 12.In Q3 2025, what percentage of home sales in top cities across India accounted for homes priced above Rs. 1 crore? a) 35% b) 45% c) 52% d) 60% Ans: c) 52% 13.What was the Rupee's closing value against the US dollar on Wednesday, nearing its record low? a) 80.50 b) 82.25 c) 85.10 d) 88.79 Ans: d) 88.79 14.The Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector contributes approximately what proportion of India's GDP? a) One-tenth b) One-fifth c) One-third d) One-half Ans: c) One-third 15.Who is the Chief Minister of Maharashtra mentioned in the text, who invited global investors and highlighted the state's business-friendly ecosystem? a) Eknath Shinde b) Uddhav Thackeray c) Devendra Fadnavis d) Prithviraj Chavan Ans: c) Devendra Fadnavis

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1.The "first phase" of the Gaza peace plan, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, reportedly includes which two key components? a) Permanent ceasefire and border demarcation b) Release of hostages and withdrawal of Israeli troops...

1.The "first phase" of the Gaza peace plan, announced by U.S. President Donald Trump, reportedly includes which two key components? a) Permanent ceasefire and border demarcation b) Release of hostages and withdrawal of Israeli troops c) Establishment of a new Palestinian state and economic aid d) International peacekeeping force deployment and arms embargo Ans: b) Release of hostages and withdrawal of Israeli troops 2.Susumu Kitagawa, Richard Robson, and Omar M. Yaghi were jointly awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for their groundbreaking work on which materials? a) Graphene composites b) Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) c) Quantum dots d) High-temperature superconductors Ans: b) Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs) 3.Which of the following is a primary application of Metal-Organic Frameworks (MOFs), as highlighted by their Nobel Prize recognition? a) Development of advanced microprocessors b) High-speed data transmission in fiber optics c) Carbon capture and environmental cleanup d) Manufacturing of lightweight aerospace alloys Ans: c) Carbon capture and environmental cleanup 4.A recent Ukrainian missile strike, which reportedly killed three people and injured nine, occurred in which Russian location? a) Sumy, Sumy Oblast b) Maslova Pristan, Belgorod Oblast c) Kyiv, Ukraine d) Rostov-on-Don, Russia Ans: b) Maslova Pristan, Belgorod Oblast 5.Jonathan Rinderknecht, an Uber driver, was arrested in connection with allegedly starting which devastating fire in Los Angeles? a) Woolsey Fire b) Camp Fire c) Palisades Fire d) Thomas Fire Ans: c) Palisades Fire 6.Heavy rainfall triggered deadly landslides in Darjeeling and Kalimpong districts of West Bengal, and Bilaspur district of which other Indian state? a) Uttarakhand b) Sikkim c) Himachal Pradesh d) Assam Ans: c) Himachal Pradesh 7.India and Qatar have agreed to double their bilateral trade to what target amount by FY25? a) USD 7 billion b) USD 10 billion c) USD 14 billion d) USD 20 billion Ans: c) USD 14 billion 8.Which Indian digital payment system is set to be launched in Doha, Qatar, as part of strengthening economic ties? a) BHIM b) RuPay c) UPI d) Paytm Ans: c) UPI 9.An Indian national from Gujarat was recently captured by the Ukrainian Army after reportedly fighting alongside which forces? a) NATO forces b) United Nations peacekeeping forces c) Russian forces d) Ukrainian volunteer battalions Ans: c) Russian forces 10.Amidst a political crisis in France, who is expected to name a new Prime Minister within 48 hours? a) The French Parliament b) The outgoing Prime Minister c) President Emmanuel Macron d) The Constitutional Council Ans: c) President Emmanuel Macron 11.The National Landslide Risk Mitigation Project (NLRMP) has been launched in India to strengthen which key areas? a) Post-disaster rehabilitation and relief efforts b) Infrastructure development in mountainous regions c) Hazard mapping and early warning systems d) Afforestation and soil conservation programs Ans: c) Hazard mapping and early warning systems

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1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) and the final phase of Mumbai's Metro 3 corridor on which date? a) October 8, 2024 b) September 15, 2025 c) October 8, 2025 d)...

1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the first phase of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) and the final phase of Mumbai's Metro 3 corridor on which date? a) October 8, 2024 b) September 15, 2025 c) October 8, 2025 d) November 1, 2025 Ans: c) October 8, 2025 2.What is the approximate cost of the Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA) project? a) ₹11,600 crore b) ₹19,650 crore c) ₹33,500 crore d) ₹24,634 crore Ans: b) ₹19,650 crore 3.The newly inaugurated Metro Line-3 in Mumbai, also known as the Aqua Line, connects which two points? a) Bandra to Churchgate b) Aarey to Colaba c) Thane to Wadala d) Ghatkopar to Versova Ans: b) Aarey to Colaba 4.'Mumbai One', launched by PM Modi, is India's first of its kind in which category? a) Integrated public transport app b) Digital payment platform for metro c) Smart city management portal d) Online tourist guide for Mumbai Ans: a) Integrated public transport app 5.Which specific cough syrup was linked to 20 child deaths, prompting the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) to issue an alarm? a) D-Cold Total b) Coldrif syrup c) Phensedyl d) Corex-D Ans: b) Coldrif syrup 6.What directive did the Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) issue to manufacturers in response to the cough syrup tragedy? a) To halt all cough syrup production immediately b) To only source raw materials from international vendors c) To comply with Drugs Rules, conduct thorough batch testing, and source ingredients from approved vendors d) To increase the dosage of active ingredients in cough syrups Ans: c) To comply with Drugs Rules, conduct thorough batch testing, and source ingredients from approved vendors 7.Who is the UK Prime Minister who visited India on October 8, 2025, leading a 125-member delegation? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Liz Truss Ans: c) Keir Starmer 8.During his visit to India, what specific aspect did UK PM Keir Starmer rule out as part of the current plan? a) Signing a new Free Trade Agreement b) Expanding visa access for Indian professionals c) Discussing geopolitical shifts with the U.S. d) Increasing bilateral trade volume Ans: b) Expanding visa access for Indian professionals 9.What was the theme of the 93rd Indian Air Force Day celebrated on October 8, 2025? a) "Air Power for National Security" b) "Guardians of the Sky: Modernization and Readiness" c) "Beyond Boundaries: Guardians of the Sky" d) "Defending the Skies: A Stronger IAF" Ans: c) "Beyond Boundaries: Guardians of the Sky" 10.The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved four railway multitracking projects worth ₹24,634 crore across which four states? a) Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha b) Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh c) Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh d) Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Tamil Nadu Ans: b) Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Chhattisgarh 11.Which actor-producer was summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with a luxury car smuggling probe? a) Fahadh Faasil b) Dulquer Salmaan c) Prithviraj Sukumaran d) Tovino Thomas Ans: b) Dulquer Salmaan 12.To promote indigenous digital tools and 'Made in India' solutions, which office suite has the Education Ministry made mandatory for official use? a) Microsoft Office b) Google Workspace c) Zoho Office d) LibreOffice Ans: c) Zoho Office 13.In addition to deaths linked to contaminated medicines, what natural disaster caused 21 deaths in Darjeeling, West Bengal? a) Earthquake b) Cyclone c) Floods d) Forest Fire Ans: c) Floods 14.The Navi Mumbai International Airport is expected to ease the burden on which existing airport? a) Indira Gandhi International Airport, Delhi b) Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru c) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai d) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad Ans: c) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai 15.The government's commitment to modern infrastructure development, as highlighted by the Mumbai projects, aligns with the vision of: a) 'Digital India' b) 'Make in India' c) 'Viksit Bharat' d) 'Swachh Bharat' Ans: c) 'Viksit Bharat'

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1.Which scheme was recently launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to revolutionize 1,000 Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India? a) PM-Kisan Yojana b) PM-SETU Yojana c) PM-Ujjwala Yojana d) PM-Awas Yojana An...

1.Which scheme was recently launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to revolutionize 1,000 Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India? a) PM-Kisan Yojana b) PM-SETU Yojana c) PM-Ujjwala Yojana d) PM-Awas Yojana Ans: b) PM-SETU Yojana 2.What is the total investment allocated for the Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs (PM-SETU) scheme? a) Rs. 15,000 crore b) Rs. 30,000 crore c) Rs. 60,000 crore d) Rs. 1,00,000 crore Ans: c) Rs. 60,000 crore 3.The PM-SETU scheme operates on a hub-and-spoke model. How many hub ITIs are planned to be linked to spoke ITIs under this initiative? a) 100 hub ITIs linked to 900 spoke ITIs b) 200 hub ITIs linked to 800 spoke ITIs c) 300 hub ITIs linked to 700 spoke ITIs d) 400 hub ITIs linked to 600 spoke ITIs Ans: b) 200 hub ITIs linked to 800 spoke ITIs 4.Which Ministry has released the detailed implementation guidelines for the Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme (CMRIS)? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change c) Ministry of Mines d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: c) Ministry of Mines 5.For how many financial years is the Critical Mineral Recycling Incentive Scheme (CMRIS) slated to operate, starting from FY 2025–26? a) Three financial years b) Four financial years c) Five financial years d) Six financial years Ans: d) Six financial years 6.Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently launched the 'Mhaje Ghar' (My Home) Yojana. Which state introduced this scheme to grant ownership rights to residents living on government and community lands? a) Maharashtra b) Karnataka c) Goa d) Kerala Ans: c) Goa 7.The Maharashtra cabinet approved a comprehensive slum cluster redevelopment scheme for Mumbai. This policy targets slum clusters spread over how many acres? a) More than 25 acres b) More than 50 acres c) More than 75 acres d) More than 100 acres Ans: b) More than 50 acres 8.What is the substantial relief package announced by the Maharashtra government for farmers severely affected by recent heavy rainfall and floods? a) Rs. 15,000 crore b) Rs. 20,500 crore c) Rs. 31,628 crore d) Rs. 45,000 crore Ans: c) Rs. 31,628 crore 9.Discussions are underway to further leverage GST in the automobile sector by linking the tax to a specific factor to promote cleaner vehicles. What is this factor? a) Vehicle weight b) Number of seats c) CO2 emissions d) Fuel efficiency rating Ans: c) CO2 emissions 10.The Central Government is reportedly considering an extension of the Jal Jeevan Mission until which year? a) 2026 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2028 11.What is the nature of the Jal Jeevan Mission, which is under consideration for an extension? a) State-sponsored scheme b) Centrally sponsored scheme c) Private-public partnership scheme d) Urban development scheme Ans: b) Centrally sponsored scheme 12.India's first cooperative-run Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and Potash Granule Project was inaugurated in which state? a) Gujarat b) Uttar Pradesh c) Maharashtra d) Punjab Ans: c) Maharashtra 13.Who inaugurated India's first cooperative-run Compressed Bio-Gas (CBG) and Potash Granule Project in Maharashtra? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare c) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah d) Chief Minister of Maharashtra Ans: c) Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah 14.The PM-SETU scheme also includes the inauguration of 1,200 Vocational Skill Labs in which two types of educational institutions? a) Kendriya Vidyalayas and Sainik Schools b) Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools c) Government Degree Colleges and Polytechnic Institutes d) Private Schools and ITIs Ans: b) Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools

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1.What unique certification program did former Indian captain MS Dhoni recently complete? a) Commercial Pilot License b) DGCA Drone Pilot Certification c) Advanced Scuba Diving Certification d) Motorsport Racing License Ans: b) DGCA ...

1.What unique certification program did former Indian captain MS Dhoni recently complete? a) Commercial Pilot License b) DGCA Drone Pilot Certification c) Advanced Scuba Diving Certification d) Motorsport Racing License Ans: b) DGCA Drone Pilot Certification 2.Rohit Sharma recently reacted to a significant change in his role for the upcoming ODI series against Australia. What was this change? a) His appointment as Test captain b) His replacement as the team's ODI captain c) His retirement from T20 internationals d) His selection as vice-captain for the World Cup Ans: b) His replacement as the team's ODI captain 3.For which state team did young Indian batter Prithvi Shaw score a century in a practice match ahead of the Ranji Trophy season? a) Mumbai b) Delhi c) Maharashtra d) Karnataka Ans: c) Maharashtra 4.According to spinner Varun Chakravarthy, what kind of mentality has head coach Gautam Gambhir instilled in Team India? a) A defensive strategy b) A 'Spartan mentality' c) A laid-back approach d) A purely analytical mindset Ans: b) A 'Spartan mentality' 5.Which Indian cricketer currently leads the latest ODI batting rankings? a) Harmanpreet Kaur b) Jemimah Rodrigues c) Smriti Mandhana d) Shafali Verma Ans: c) Smriti Mandhana 6.Rishabh Pant is reportedly set to return to competitive cricket. For which team is he possibly slated to play in the second round of the Ranji Trophy? a) Delhi b) Uttar Pradesh c) Uttarakhand d) Punjab Ans: a) Delhi 7.Why was Paris Olympics bronze medallist Aman Sehrawat handed a one-year ban by the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI)? a) Doping violation b) Misconduct during a match c) Failing to make weight at the Senior World Championships d) Refusing to participate in a selection trial Ans: c) Failing to make weight at the Senior World Championships 8.Which two legendary chess players are set to reignite their rivalry after 30 years in a high-stakes event? a) Magnus Carlsen and Hikaru Nakamura b) Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov c) Bobby Fischer and Anatoly Karpov d) Vladimir Kramnik and Veselin Topalov Ans: b) Viswanathan Anand and Garry Kasparov

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1.What is the theme of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Digital India Forward b) Innovate to Transform c) Connecting the Future d) Telecom for All Ans: b) Innovate to Transform
1.What is the theme of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025, inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Digital India Forward b) Innovate to Transform c) Connecting the Future d) Telecom for All Ans: b) Innovate to Transform 2.Where was the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 inaugurated? a) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi b) Jio World Centre, Mumbai c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi d) Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre Ans: c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi 3.The NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory, approved by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, is being established at which IIT? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) IIT Madras d) IIT Bhubaneswar Ans: d) IIT Bhubaneswar 4.What is the primary objective of establishing the NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory? a) To develop advanced AI algorithms b) To train global talent in quantum computing c) To develop indigenous talent in chip manufacturing and packaging d) To research sustainable climate finance technologies Ans: c) To develop indigenous talent in chip manufacturing and packaging 5.The first-ever Trust and Safety India Festival (TASI) 2025 is recognized as an official pre-event to which upcoming summit? a) Global Fintech Fest 2026 b) India Mobile Congress 2026 c) Government of India's AI Impact Summit 2026 d) World Economic Forum India Summit Ans: c) Government of India's AI Impact Summit 2026 6.Which city hosted the inaugural Trust and Safety India Festival (TASI) 2025? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 7.The 6th Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2025, focusing on AI in financial innovation, commenced in which Indian city? a) New Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Hyderabad d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 8.Which Indian university achieved a breakthrough by successfully recreating fractals within the quantum world? a) Delhi University b) Nagaland University c) JNU d) IIT Kanpur Ans: b) Nagaland University 9.Who is the Assistant Professor from Nagaland University credited with recreating fractals within the quantum world? a) Dr. Homi Bhabha b) Dr. C.V. Raman c) Dr. Biplab Pal d) Dr. Vikram Sarabhai Ans: c) Dr. Biplab Pal 10.For what discovery were John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics? a) The discovery of gravitational waves b) The development of the first quantum computer c) The discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunneling and energy quantization in an electric circuit d) The invention of the transistor Ans: c) The discovery of macroscopic quantum mechanical tunneling and energy quantization in an electric circuit 11.The 2025 Nobel Prize winners in Physics demonstrated that quantum effects could manifest in what type of systems? a) Only subatomic particles b) Microscopic biological cells c) Macroscopic electrical circuits d) Astronomical bodies Ans: c) Macroscopic electrical circuits 12.Which Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology approved the establishment of the NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory? a) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Jitendra Singh d) Narendra Modi Ans: b) Ashwini Vaishnaw 13.Which of the following is NOT listed as a key thematic domain for the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) 6G ecosystem b) Space Exploration beyond Mars c) Cybersecurity d) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Ans: b) Space Exploration beyond Mars

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1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the first quarter (April-June) of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.3% b) 6.5% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.According to the World Bank's latest South Asia Development Update, what is India's ...

1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the first quarter (April-June) of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.3% b) 6.5% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.According to the World Bank's latest South Asia Development Update, what is India's revised GDP growth forecast for FY26 (2025-26)? a) 6.3% b) 6.5% c) 7.8% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 6.5% 3.The World Bank lowered India's GDP growth forecast for FY27 (2026-27) primarily due to which factor? a) Decreased domestic demand b) Weak rural recovery c) Anticipated 50% US tariff on Indian goods exports d) Decline in public consumption Ans: c) Anticipated 50% US tariff on Indian goods exports 4.On October 7th, what was the closing value of the S&P BSE Sensex? a) 25,108.3 points b) 81,926.75 points c) 81,789.2 points d) 25,000 points Ans: b) 81,926.75 points 5.Which of the following factors contributed to the bullish sentiment in Indian benchmark stock indices on October 7th? a) Weak loan growth b) Decline in financial stocks c) Anticipated US tariffs d) RBI's relaxed lending norms Ans: d) RBI's relaxed lending norms 6.What was the total value of iPhone exports from India in the first half (April-September) of the current fiscal year? a) $7.5 billion b) $10 billion c) $12.5 billion d) Rs 88,730 crore Ans: b) $10 billion 7.By what percentage did iPhone exports from India increase in the first half of the current fiscal year compared to the previous year? a) 20% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: c) 75% 8.Which organization is set to introduce biometric authentication for digital payments starting October 8th? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Ministry of Finance c) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) d) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Ans: c) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) 9.In which month did the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system cross the 20-billion transaction mark for the first time? a) June b) July c) August d) September Ans: c) August 10.To which country has the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) recently expanded its services? a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Qatar d) Singapore Ans: c) Qatar 11.By 2026, digital payments in India are projected to exceed what value? a) $5 billion b) $10 billion c) $15 billion d) $20 billion Ans: b) $10 billion 12.Generative AI has led to what percentage fall in white-collar job listings in South Asia? a) 10% b) 20% c) 30% d) 40% Ans: b) 20% 13.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) current stance regarding the nationwide launch of its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)? a) It is being launched immediately. b) It is being fast-tracked for launch. c) It is not being rushed, with the pilot progressing well. d) It has been put on hold indefinitely. Ans: c) It is not being rushed, with the pilot progressing well. 14.Despite a cautious outlook for FY27, India is projected to remain what in the global economy? a) The largest economy b) The second-largest economy c) The fastest-growing major economy d) A developed economy Ans: c) The fastest-growing major economy

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1.The indirect peace talks between Israeli and Hamas officials, mediated by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, are currently underway in which country? a) Israel b) Palestine c) Egypt d) United States Ans: c) Egypt 2.Which of the fol...

1.The indirect peace talks between Israeli and Hamas officials, mediated by the US, Qatar, and Egypt, are currently underway in which country? a) Israel b) Palestine c) Egypt d) United States Ans: c) Egypt 2.Which of the following is NOT among the primary conditions outlined by Hamas for a Gaza peace deal, according to the text? a) Permanent ceasefire b) Complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza c) Recognition of Israel's right to exist d) Release of high-profile Palestinian prisoner Marwan Barghouti Ans: c) Recognition of Israel's right to exist 3.As of October 7, 2025, approximately how many Palestinian lives have been lost in the Gaza Strip since October 2023, according to the provided text? a) Over 1,100 b) Over 25,000 c) Over 67,000 d) Over 100,000 Ans: c) Over 67,000 4.Which country warned Israel against abandoning the two-state solution and stated it would consider sanctions or recognition of a Palestinian state? a) United States b) Netherlands c) Japan d) Qatar Ans: c) Japan 5.The 'Global Samud Flotilla', intercepted by Israeli forces, was carrying what to Gaza? a) Military equipment b) Construction materials c) Humanitarian aid and activists d) Diplomatic envoys Ans: c) Humanitarian aid and activists 6.John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis were jointly awarded the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for their discovery related to what phenomenon? a) Gravitational waves b) Macroscopic quantum mechanical tunneling and energy quantization c) The expansion of the universe d) Superconductivity at room temperature Ans: b) Macroscopic quantum mechanical tunneling and energy quantization 7.The Nobel-winning research in Physics for 2025 is foundational for which of the following technological advancements? a) Fusion power reactors b) Quantum computing, cryptography, and next-generation sensors c) Advanced space propulsion systems d) Gene-editing technologies Ans: b) Quantum computing, cryptography, and next-generation sensors 8.During the US federal government shutdown, what controversial statement did President Trump make regarding furloughed federal workers' pay? a) He guaranteed them full back pay b) He suggested they might not receive back pay c) He proposed a new bonus system for them d) He offered them alternative employment options Ans: b) He suggested they might not receive back pay 9.In which country have Houthi rebels detained a total of 53 United Nations personnel? a) Syria b) Ukraine c) Yemen d) Iran Ans: c) Yemen 10.Which Ukrainian military unit claimed full control over the village of Sichneve in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast? a) 93rd Mechanized Brigade b) 141st Mechanized Brigade c) Azov Regiment d) National Guard of Ukraine Ans: b) 141st Mechanized Brigade 11.What significant economic milestone did gold futures achieve for the first time in trading history? a) Fell below $1,000 per troy ounce b) Surpassed $4,000 per troy ounce c) Stabilized at $2,500 per troy ounce d) Reached parity with the US Dollar Ans: b) Surpassed $4,000 per troy ounce 12.Iran is pursuing alternative economic mechanisms, such as barter systems, to mitigate the impact of what specific measure? a) A global economic recession b) Recently reimposed snapback sanctions c) A natural disaster d) A significant drop in oil prices Ans: b) Recently reimposed snapback sanctions 13.A landslide in which Indian state killed at least 18 people when it struck a bus? a) Uttarakhand b) Himachal Pradesh c) Sikkim d) Kerala Ans: b) Himachal Pradesh

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1.Which district in Himachal Pradesh was affected by a devastating landslide on October 7, 2025, claiming 15 lives? a) Shimla b) Kullu c) Bilaspur d) Mandi Ans: c) Bilaspur 2.What was the primary cause of the casualties in t...

1.Which district in Himachal Pradesh was affected by a devastating landslide on October 7, 2025, claiming 15 lives? a) Shimla b) Kullu c) Bilaspur d) Mandi Ans: c) Bilaspur 2.What was the primary cause of the casualties in the Bhalughat area of Himachal Pradesh on October 7, 2025? a) Earthquake b) Flood c) Landslide d) Forest Fire Ans: c) Landslide 3.Who was the UK Prime Minister who commenced a two-day official visit to India on October 8, 2025? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Liz Truss Ans: c) Keir Starmer 4.The visit of UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer to India in October 2025 followed the signing of what significant agreement between the two nations? a) Defense pact b) Cultural exchange agreement c) Trade deal d) Climate change accord Ans: c) Trade deal 5.On what date did UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer begin his two-day official visit to India? a) October 7, 2025 b) October 8, 2025 c) July 2025 d) October 6, 2025 Ans: b) October 8, 2025 6.Which Indian state banned the sale and use of 'Coldrif' cough syrup on October 7, 2025, following a tragedy related to adulterated medicine? a) Madhya Pradesh b) Uttar Pradesh c) Punjab d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Punjab 7.In which district of Madhya Pradesh did the consumption of adulterated cough syrup lead to 17 deaths? a) Bhopal b) Indore c) Chhindwara d) Gwalior Ans: c) Chhindwara 8.What was the name of the cough syrup banned by the Punjab Government on October 7, 2025, due to its links with fatalities? a) Codylex b) Coldrif c) Cofstop d) Bronchial Ans: b) Coldrif 9.What is the full form of the 'SETU' in the PM SETU Scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Skill Education and Training Upliftment b) Skill Enhancement and Technical Upgradation c) Smart Employment and Training Units d) Skilled Engineers for Technical Universities Ans: b) Skill Enhancement and Technical Upgradation 10.What is the total budget outlay for the PM SETU Scheme launched on October 7, 2025? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹30,000 crore c) ₹60,000 crore d) ₹1,00,000 crore Ans: c) ₹60,000 crore 11.The PM SETU Scheme aims to modernize how many Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across India? a) 100 b) 500 c) 1,000 d) 2,000 Ans: c) 1,000 12.The PM SETU Scheme is aligned with which national vision? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Viksit Bharat @2047 d) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Viksit Bharat @2047 13.On what date was the PM SETU Scheme launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) October 6, 2025 b) October 7, 2025 c) October 8, 2025 d) July 2025 Ans: b) October 7, 2025 14.How many Indian workers were successfully rescued and repatriated from Oman in a recent humanitarian effort? a) 24 b) 36 c) 48 d) 50 Ans: b) 36 15.Which Union Minister intervened to facilitate the rescue of 36 Indian workers stranded in Oman? a) S. Jaishankar b) Amit Shah c) Nirmala Sitharaman d) Piyush Goyal Ans: d) Piyush Goyal 16.The Indian workers rescued from Oman reported facing various forms of exploitation. Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a form of exploitation? a) Delayed wages b) Cramped accommodation c) Physical assault d) Passport confiscation Ans: c) Physical assault 17.In which country were 36 Indian workers recently rescued after being stranded and allegedly exploited? a) UAE b) Qatar c) Saudi Arabia d) Oman Ans: d) Oman

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1.What is the full form of the flagship program 'PM-SETU' launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training Upliftment b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgra...

1.What is the full form of the flagship program 'PM-SETU' launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training Upliftment b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs c) Pradhan Mantri Sustainable Education and Training for Urban Youth d) Pradhan Mantri Skill Empowerment and Technical Upgradation Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs 2.What is the total investment allocated specifically for the PM-SETU scheme? a) ₹62,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹1,000 crore d) ₹1,200 crore Ans: b) ₹60,000 crore 3.The PM-SETU scheme is designed to upgrade how many Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) across the country? a) 200 b) 400 c) 1,000 d) 1,200 Ans: c) 1,000 4.Which model does the PM-SETU scheme adopt for its structure, involving hub and spoke ITIs? a) Centralized-Decentralized Model b) Public-Private Partnership Model c) Hub-and-Spoke Model d) Cluster-Based Development Model Ans: c) Hub-and-Spoke Model 5.Which international organizations are co-financing the PM-SETU scheme? a) International Monetary Fund and European Investment Bank b) World Bank and Asian Development Bank c) United Nations Development Programme and African Development Bank d) New Development Bank and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank Ans: b) World Bank and Asian Development Bank 6.In its initial phase, ITIs in which two cities will receive special focus under the PM-SETU scheme? a) Delhi and Mumbai b) Chennai and Bengaluru c) Patna and Darbhanga d) Kolkata and Hyderabad Ans: c) Patna and Darbhanga 7.How many Vocational Skill Labs were inaugurated across Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools? a) 400 b) 600 c) 1,200 d) 2,000 Ans: c) 1,200 8.The Vocational Skill Labs initiative aligns with which national education policy and curriculum? a) National Policy on Education 1986 and NCERT curriculum b) National Education Policy 2020 and CBSE curriculum c) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan and State Board curriculum d) Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan and ICSE curriculum Ans: b) National Education Policy 2020 and CBSE curriculum 9.What is the monthly allowance offered under Bihar's revamped Mukhyamantri Nishchay Svyam Sahayata Bhatta Yojana? a) ₹500 for one year b) ₹1,000 for two years c) ₹1,500 for three years d) ₹2,000 for one year Ans: b) ₹1,000 for two years 10.Which university was inaugurated in Bihar to promote industry-oriented courses and vocational education? a) Nalanda University b) Aryabhatta Knowledge University c) Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Skill University d) Magadh University Ans: c) Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Skill University 11.From what date did the new regulations and policy changes related to consumer rights, taxation, and digital mandates become effective across India? a) October 1st, 2024 b) October 1st, 2025 c) January 1st, 2025 d) April 1st, 2025 Ans: b) October 1st, 2025 12.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as an area affected by new regulations and policy changes effective from October 1st, 2025? a) Consumer Rights b) Tax Changes c) Foreign Policy d) Health Standards Ans: c) Foreign Policy 13.Under the PM-SETU scheme's 'hub-and-spoke' model, how many spoke ITIs are connected to each hub ITI? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: c) Four 14.The total outlay for all initiatives launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, including PM-SETU, is approximately what amount? a) ₹1,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹62,000 crore d) ₹12,000 crore Ans: c) ₹62,000 crore 15.One of the key digital mandates effective from October 1st, 2025, includes: a) Relaxed KYC procedures for digital wallets b) Stricter authentication norms for online transactions c) Removal of verification steps for digital payments d) Simplified data privacy regulations Ans: b) Stricter authentication norms for online transactions

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1.Where were the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 held? a) Paris b) New Delhi c) Tokyo d) London Ans: b) New Delhi 2.What was India's overall position in the medal standings at the World Para Athletics Championships 2...

1.Where were the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 held? a) Paris b) New Delhi c) Tokyo d) London Ans: b) New Delhi 2.What was India's overall position in the medal standings at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) 5th b) 7th c) 10th d) 12th Ans: c) 10th 3.How many gold medals did India clinch at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) 6 b) 7 c) 9 d) 22 Ans: a) 6 4.Who set a new F64 category championship record in javelin throw at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Nishad Kumar b) Sandip Sanjay Sargar c) Sumit Antil d) Shailesh Kumar Ans: c) Sumit Antil 5.Simran Sharma won gold in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, also setting a new Asian record? a) Women's 200m T12 b) Women's 100m T12 c) Women's Long Jump T12 d) Women's Javelin F64 Ans: b) Women's 100m T12 6.In which city was the Women's World Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan played, where India registered an 88-run victory? a) Indore b) Ahmedabad c) Colombo d) New Delhi Ans: c) Colombo 7.Which South African player scored an impressive 101 runs in the Women's World Cup 2025 match against New Zealand in Indore? a) Sidra Amin b) Tazmin Brits c) Sune Luus d) Chloe Tryon Ans: b) Tazmin Brits 8.Who has been appointed as the new One Day International (ODI) captain for the Indian men's cricket team, replacing Rohit Sharma? a) Virat Kohli b) KL Rahul c) Shubman Gill d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Shubman Gill 9.The first Test between India and West Indies, which India won by an innings and 140 runs, was held in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 10.For which team is Prithvi Shaw set to play in the upcoming Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season against his former team Mumbai? a) Karnataka b) Maharashtra c) Delhi d) Gujarat Ans: b) Maharashtra 11.Which domestic cricket team has Karun Nair made an expected return to for the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season? a) Mumbai b) Maharashtra c) Karnataka d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Karnataka 12.India commenced its mixed team campaign at which BWF World Junior Championships with a strong victory over Nepal? a) Sudirman Cup b) Uber Cup c) Suhandinata Cup d) Thomas Cup Ans: c) Suhandinata Cup 13.In the Asian Aquatics Championships, the Indian men's water polo team faced a defeat against which country? a) Japan b) China c) Kazakhstan d) South Korea Ans: c) Kazakhstan 14.According to Sunil Gavaskar, who is being groomed as India's all-format captain following a significant development in Indian men's cricket? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 15.Which Indian cricketer is notably absent from the Mumbai squad for the Ranji Trophy 2025-26 season due to a back injury? a) Shardul Thakur b) Prithvi Shaw c) Shreyas Iyer d) Karun Nair Ans: c) Shreyas Iyer

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1.Who inaugurated the Curtain Raiser of the first-ever Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025)? a) Prime Minister of India b) Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra...

1.Who inaugurated the Curtain Raiser of the first-ever Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025)? a) Prime Minister of India b) Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh c) Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India d) Minister of Finance Ans: b) Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh 2.What is the theme of the ESTIC-2025 conclave? a) "Science for Global Leadership" b) "Innovate for a Digital India" c) "Imagine. Innovate. Inspire for Viksit Bharat 2047" d) "Technology for Sustainable Development" Ans: c) "Imagine. Innovate. Inspire for Viksit Bharat 2047" 3.Where is the main event of the Emerging Science, Technology & Innovation Conclave (ESTIC-2025) scheduled to take place? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) Chennai d) New Delhi Ans: d) New Delhi 4.According to Dr. Jitendra Singh, which factor has significantly powered India's journey from being the 11th largest economy to the 4th in eleven years? a) Agricultural reforms b) Foreign direct investment c) Technological progress and innovation d) Growth in the service sector Ans: c) Technological progress and innovation 5.Which of the following emerging technologies is NOT explicitly mentioned as a focus area for ESTIC-2025? a) Semiconductors b) Artificial Intelligence (AI) c) Traditional manufacturing d) Quantum computing Ans: c) Traditional manufacturing 6.What is India's current ranking in global patent filings, as stated in the text? a) Fourth b) Sixth c) Eleventh d) First Ans: b) Sixth 7.In which metric is India projected to overtake the United States by 2029? a) Patent filings b) Scientific publications c) Economic growth rate d) Space technology advancements Ans: b) Scientific publications 8.Which institution made a significant breakthrough in quantum research by recreating fractal patterns in the quantum world? a) IIT Kanpur b) Nagaland University c) Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru d) Delhi University Ans: b) Nagaland University 9.Who is the Assistant Professor at Nagaland University credited with the quantum research on fractals? a) Dr. Jitendra Singh b) Dr. Biplab Pal c) Dr. R. Sharma d) Dr. A. Kumar Ans: b) Dr. Biplab Pal 10.The quantum research by Dr. Biplab Pal opens new possibilities for harnessing the Aharonov-Bohm caging effect, which has potential applications in what areas? a) Renewable energy generation b) Advanced agricultural techniques c) Quantum memory and logic devices d) Spacecraft propulsion Ans: c) Quantum memory and logic devices 11.The Fintech Hackathon 2026 was launched by Ericsson India Private Limited in collaboration with which organization? a) NITI Aayog b) Reserve Bank of India c) Foundation for Innovation & Research in Science & Technology (F.I.R.S.T) at IIT Kanpur d) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Ans: c) Foundation for Innovation & Research in Science & Technology (F.I.R.S.T) at IIT Kanpur 12.What is the primary aim of the Fintech Hackathon 2026? a) To regulate existing fintech companies b) To develop new government payment gateways c) To empower Indian startups to create secure, scalable, and inclusive digital payment solutions d) To establish a national cryptocurrency Ans: c) To empower Indian startups to create secure, scalable, and inclusive digital payment solutions 13.The India Mobile Congress 2025, set to begin on October 8 in Delhi, will focus on which key technologies? a) 4G, IoT, and Cloud Computing b) 5G, Blockchain, and AI c) 6G technology, AI, and satellite communication d) Quantum cryptography, Robotics, and VR Ans: c) 6G technology, AI, and satellite communication 14.When is the main event of ESTIC-2025 scheduled to take place? a) October 6-8, 2025 b) November 3-5, 2025 c) December 1-3, 2025 d) January 10-12, 2026 Ans: b) November 3-5, 2025 15.The ET AI Awards 2025 has opened nominations to celebrate AI innovation across which segments? a) Only large enterprises b) Startups, SMEs, and large enterprises c) Government organizations only d) Academic institutions and research labs only Ans: b) Startups, SMEs, and large enterprises

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1.What is India's current ranking as an economy, as stated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh? a) Second-largest b) Third-largest c) Fourth-largest d) Fifth-largest Ans: c) Fourth-largest 2.According to IMF average growth rat...

1.What is India's current ranking as an economy, as stated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh? a) Second-largest b) Third-largest c) Fourth-largest d) Fifth-largest Ans: c) Fourth-largest 2.According to IMF average growth rates, by which year is India projected to become the world's second-largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity? a) 2025 b) 2030 c) 2038 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2038 3.What was the growth rate recorded for the Indian economy in the June quarter (Q1FY26)? a) 6.7% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 4.What is the estimated year-on-year net profit growth for Nifty 50 companies in the September quarter, as per analysts' predictions? a) Approximately 3-4% b) Approximately 6-7% c) Approximately 9-10% d) Approximately 12-13% Ans: b) Approximately 6-7% 5.Where did the 14th round of talks for the India-European Union Free Trade Agreement (FTA) commence on October 6? a) New Delhi b) Brussels c) Paris d) London Ans: b) Brussels 6.By when are India and Qatar targeting the finalization of their Free Trade Agreement (FTA)? a) End of 2024 b) Mid-2025 c) Mid-2026 d) End of 2027 Ans: c) Mid-2026 7.India and Chile are fast-tracking discussions for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with a particular focus on which sector? a) Pharmaceuticals b) Information Technology c) Renewable Energy d) Critical minerals Ans: d) Critical minerals 8.Who is BP's Chief Economist who projected India's energy demand growth? a) John Smith b) Spencer Dale c) Michael Brown d) David Lee Ans: b) Spencer Dale 9.What percentage of the world's energy demand is India projected to account for by 2050, according to BP's Chief Economist? a) 7% b) 10% c) 12% d) 15% Ans: c) 12% 10.India's oil demand is expected to reach how many million barrels per day by 2050? a) 5.4 million b) 7.2 million c) 9.1 million d) 10.5 million Ans: c) 9.1 million 11.Which entities were among the anchor investors for LG Electronics' IPO, which raised ₹3,475 crore? a) Reliance and Tata b) ADIA and Goldman Sachs c) BlackRock and Vanguard d) SBI and HDFC Ans: b) ADIA and Goldman Sachs 12.IndusInd Bank promoter IIHL Mauritius acquired a 100% stake in which bank? a) Bank of America b) Sterling Bank, Bahamas c) Deutsche Bank d) HSBC Ans: b) Sterling Bank, Bahamas 13.The Ministry of Statistics is undertaking a revision of its Consumer Price Index (CPI) methodology to address the incorporation of which specific factor? a) Impact of GST on services b) Free public distribution of food staples c) Digital transaction costs d) Housing rental inflation Ans: b) Free public distribution of food staples 14.On October 6, the NSE Nifty 50 closed above which mark? a) 20,000 b) 22,500 c) 25,000 d) 27,500 Ans: c) 25,000

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1.The indirect negotiations between Israeli and Hamas delegations for a ceasefire commenced on October 6, 2025, in which city? a) Cairo, Egypt b) Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt c) Tel Aviv, Israel d) Gaza City, Palestine Ans: b) Sharm el-She...

1.The indirect negotiations between Israeli and Hamas delegations for a ceasefire commenced on October 6, 2025, in which city? a) Cairo, Egypt b) Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt c) Tel Aviv, Israel d) Gaza City, Palestine Ans: b) Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt 2.What significant event's two-year anniversary is being marked concurrently with the Gaza ceasefire talks? a) The establishment of the Palestinian Authority b) The signing of the Abraham Accords c) The Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 d) The end of the first Intifada Ans: c) The Hamas attack on Israel on October 7, 2023 3.Which global leader is mentioned as urging negotiators to accelerate efforts to end the conflict in Gaza? a) Joe Biden b) Emmanuel Macron c) Donald Trump d) Rishi Sunak Ans: c) Donald Trump 4.According to the WHO report released on October 6, 2025, what was the global prevalence of tobacco use in 2024? a) 26.2% b) 19.5% c) 15% d) 86% Ans: b) 19.5% 5.The WHO report highlighted an alarming statistic regarding e-cigarette use among adolescents. What is the approximate number of adolescents aged 13-15 reported to be vaping worldwide? a) 86 million b) Over 100 million c) At least 15 million d) 26.2 million Ans: c) At least 15 million 6.What specific recommendation did the WHO issue to governments regarding e-cigarettes? a) To promote e-cigarettes as a smoking cessation tool. b) To subsidize e-cigarette products for adults. c) To implement stronger regulations on e-cigarettes and other nicotine products. d) To ban all forms of nicotine products globally. Ans: c) To implement stronger regulations on e-cigarettes and other nicotine products. 7.Who among the following was NOT jointly awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine for 2025? a) Mary E. Brunkow b) Fred Ramsdell c) Shimon Sakaguchi d) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Ans: d) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus 8.The 2025 Nobel Prize in Medicine was awarded for pioneering discoveries related to which aspect of the immune system? a) The development of new vaccines for infectious diseases. b) The immune system's 'security guards'. c) The role of antibodies in autoimmune diseases. d) Gene editing techniques for immune cells. Ans: b) The immune system's 'security guards'. 9.Where did India's External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar make his remarks on global volatility on October 7, 2025? a) United Nations General Assembly b) World Economic Forum c) Aravalli Summit at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) d) G20 Summit in New Delhi Ans: c) Aravalli Summit at Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) 10.According to Dr. S. Jaishankar, what characterizes the current global landscape amidst which India is strategizing its rise? a) Increased cooperation and reduced competition b) Stable geopolitical order and predictable growth c) Increased competition and reduced compactness d) A shift towards multilateralism and global consensus Ans: c) Increased competition and reduced compactness 11.Which city is hosting the 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2025? a) New Delhi b) Sharm el-Sheikh c) Dubai d) Geneva Ans: c) Dubai 12.What is the primary focus of the 11th World Green Economy Summit (WGES) 2025? a) Promoting international trade agreements b) Accelerating global green transformation c) Discussing geopolitical stability d) Addressing global health crises Ans: b) Accelerating global green transformation 13.Which organization unveiled its 2024–25 portfolio of flagship initiatives at the 11th World Green Economy Summit? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) c) Global Alliance on Green Economy (GAGE) d) International Monetary Fund (IMF) Ans: c) Global Alliance on Green Economy (GAGE)

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1.How many phases will the Bihar Assembly elections, announced by the Election Commission of India, be conducted in? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 2.Who is the Chief Election Commissioner mentioned in the contex...

1.How many phases will the Bihar Assembly elections, announced by the Election Commission of India, be conducted in? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 2.Who is the Chief Election Commissioner mentioned in the context of the Bihar Assembly elections? a) Rajiv Kumar b) Sunil Arora c) Gyanesh Kumar d) Om Prakash Rawat Ans: c) Gyanesh Kumar 3.On which date is the counting of votes scheduled for the Bihar Assembly elections? a) November 6 b) November 11 c) November 14 d) October 8 Ans: c) November 14 4.Approximately how many first-time voters are eligible to participate in the Bihar Assembly elections? a) 7.4 lakh b) 10 lakh c) 14 lakh d) 20 lakh Ans: c) 14 lakh 5.India is negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with which country, aiming to double bilateral trade to $30 billion by 2030? a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Qatar d) Oman Ans: c) Qatar 6.The historic Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) recently came into force between India and which economic bloc? a) ASEAN b) EU c) EFTA d) SAARC Ans: c) EFTA 7.Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the EFTA bloc mentioned in the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement with India? a) Switzerland b) Norway c) Sweden d) Iceland Ans: c) Sweden 8.What is the estimated investment commitment from the EFTA bloc under the TEPA with India? a) $10 billion b) $50 billion c) $100 billion d) $200 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 9.Who is India's Commerce and Industry Minister, mentioned in the context of advancing major trade agreements? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) S. Jaishankar c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 10.Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk's preventive detention, challenged by his wife, is under which Indian act? a) Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) b) National Security Act (NSA) c) Public Safety Act (PSA) d) Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) Ans: b) National Security Act (NSA) 11.The Supreme Court recently cleared the appointment of Vice-Chancellors for eight State universities in which Indian state? a) Kerala b) Tamil Nadu c) West Bengal d) Maharashtra Ans: c) West Bengal 12.Prime Minister Narendra Modi condemned an act where an object was hurled at which Supreme Court justice? a) D.Y. Chandrachud b) B.R. Gavai c) Sanjiv Khanna d) Surya Kant Ans: b) B.R. Gavai 13.Which event, themed "Innovate to Transform," is PM Modi scheduled to inaugurate at Yashobhoomi Convention Centre in New Delhi? a) Digital India Summit b) India Global Tech Fest c) India Mobile Congress (IMC) d) Telecom India Expo Ans: c) India Mobile Congress (IMC) 14.Who is the Union Minister for Communications mentioned in the context of the India Mobile Congress 2025 preparations? a) Ashwini Vaishnaw b) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia c) Rajeev Chandrasekhar d) Kiren Rijiju Ans: b) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia 15.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a key focus area for the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025? a) 6G ecosystem b) Blockchain technology c) Cybersecurity d) Satellite communication Ans: b) Blockchain technology 16.Criminal action has been initiated against certain manufacturers in India following the deaths of children due to which product? a) Vaccines b) Paracetamol c) Cough syrups d) Nutritional supplements Ans: c) Cough syrups 17.Which of the following states has NOT declared October 7, 2025, as a public holiday to commemorate Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti? a) Delhi b) Uttar Pradesh c) Rajasthan d) Madhya Pradesh Ans: c) Rajasthan

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1.What is the full form of the recently launched PM-SETU scheme? a) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training Upliftment b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs c) Pradhan Mantri Social E...

1.What is the full form of the recently launched PM-SETU scheme? a) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training Upliftment b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs c) Pradhan Mantri Social Empowerment and Technical Upgradation d) Pradhan Mantri Skill Education and Talent Utilization Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs 2.What is the total estimated value of the PM-SETU scheme? a) Over ₹26 thousand crore b) Over ₹42 thousand crore c) Over ₹62 thousand crore d) Over ₹82 thousand crore Ans: c) Over ₹62 thousand crore 3.How many Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) are targeted for upgradation under the PM-SETU scheme? a) 500 b) 750 c) 1,000 d) 1,200 Ans: c) 1,000 4.The PM-SETU scheme utilizes a hub-and-spoke model. How many hub ITIs and spoke ITIs are planned respectively? a) 100 hub, 900 spoke b) 200 hub, 800 spoke c) 300 hub, 700 spoke d) 400 hub, 600 spoke Ans: b) 200 hub, 800 spoke 5.Besides ITIs, where else have 1,200 Vocational Skill Labs been inaugurated as part of the broader PM-SETU initiative? a) Only in Navodaya Vidyalayas b) Only in Eklavya Model Residential Schools c) In both Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools d) In private vocational training centers Ans: c) In both Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools 6.What is the monthly financial benefit introduced for eligible ration card holders under the new rules in 2025? a) ₹500 b) ₹750 c) ₹1000 d) ₹1200 Ans: c) ₹1000 7.How will the monthly financial benefit under the new Ration Card rules be delivered to beneficiaries? a) Through post office money orders b) Directly transferred to bank accounts linked with the ration card c) As cash payments at fair price shops d) Via mobile wallet transfers Ans: b) Directly transferred to bank accounts linked with the ration card 8.The Assistive Technology (Standards and Accessibility) Rules, 2025, propose the establishment of an online portal for which purpose? a) To register persons with disabilities for government jobs b) To streamline certification, procurement, tracking, distribution, and grievance monitoring of assistive devices c) To provide online education for persons with disabilities d) To facilitate online voting for persons with disabilities Ans: b) To streamline certification, procurement, tracking, distribution, and grievance monitoring of assistive devices 9.According to the draft Assistive Technology rules, which organization's standards will assistive devices need to conform to? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) International Organization for Standardization (ISO) c) Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) d) National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories (NABL) Ans: c) Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) 10.Which of the following is NOT a category of assistive technology mentioned in the draft rules? a) Essential b) Specialized c) Commercial d) Emerging Ans: c) Commercial 11.Which Ministry launched the People's Plan Campaign (PPC) 2025-26? a) Ministry of Rural Development b) Ministry of Home Affairs c) Ministry of Panchayati Raj d) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment Ans: c) Ministry of Panchayati Raj 12.What is the theme of the People's Plan Campaign (PPC) 2025-26? a) "Gram Swaraj, Gram Vikas" b) "Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas" c) "Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas" Abhiyaan d) "Meri Panchayat, Mera Adhikar" Ans: c) "Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas" Abhiyaan 13.On which date was the People's Plan Campaign (PPC) 2025-26, themed "Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas" Abhiyaan, launched? a) October 2nd, 2025 b) October 4th, 2025 c) October 6th, 2025 d) October 10th, 2025 Ans: a) October 2nd, 2025 14.What new feature has been introduced for Post Office Recurring Deposit (RD) and Time Deposit (TD) schemes in 2025 to enhance digital facilities? a) Automatic renewal of deposits b) Online monthly deposits through India Post's mobile app and internet banking c) Linking with UPI for instant withdrawals d) Integration with stock market investments Ans: b) Online monthly deposits through India Post's mobile app and internet banking 15.Under the updated Post Office RD and TD schemes, what is the maximum percentage of balance an investor can withdraw prematurely after one year? a) 25 percent b) 40 percent c) 50 percent d) 75 percent Ans: c) 50 percent

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1.What was the margin of India's victory over Pakistan in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup match? a) 46 runs b) 88 runs c) 12 runs d) 159 runs Ans: b) 88 runs 2.Which two Indian bowlers each claimed three wickets in the ICC...

1.What was the margin of India's victory over Pakistan in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup match? a) 46 runs b) 88 runs c) 12 runs d) 159 runs Ans: b) 88 runs 2.Which two Indian bowlers each claimed three wickets in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup match against Pakistan? a) Harleen Deol and Richa Ghosh b) Kranti Goud and Deepti Sharma c) Kranti Goud and Harleen Deol d) Deepti Sharma and Richa Ghosh Ans: b) Kranti Goud and Deepti Sharma 3.Which Indian cricketer scored an unbeaten 104 and took 4 wickets in the first Test match against West Indies? a) Mohammed Siraj b) Rohit Sharma c) Ravindra Jadeja d) Shubman Gill Ans: c) Ravindra Jadeja 4.By what margin did the Indian men's cricket team win the first Test against West Indies in Ahmedabad? a) By 448 runs b) By an innings and 140 runs c) By 286 runs d) By an innings and 5 wickets Ans: b) By an innings and 140 runs 5.Who has been appointed as the new captain of the Indian ODI team, taking over from Rohit Sharma? a) Ravindra Jadeja b) Mohammed Siraj c) Shubman Gill d) Sunil Chhetri Ans: c) Shubman Gill 6.Which player scored a blazing century for India A to help them clinch the ODI series against Australia A? a) Harleen Deol b) Shubman Gill c) Prabhsimran Singh d) Ravindra Jadeja Ans: c) Prabhsimran Singh 7.Who won the women's singles title at the Al Ain Masters 2025 for India? a) Richa Ghosh b) Shriyanshi Valishetty c) Deepti Sharma d) Kranti Goud Ans: b) Shriyanshi Valishetty 8.Navdeep Singh secured a silver medal for India in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) Men's 100m sprint b) Men's Long Jump c) Men's Javelin Throw F41 d) Men's Shot Put Ans: c) Men's Javelin Throw F41 9.Which veteran player, who came out of international retirement, has been included in India's squad for the AFC Asian Cup qualifier against Singapore? a) Khalid Jamil b) Shubman Gill c) Sunil Chhetri d) Rohit Sharma Ans: c) Sunil Chhetri 10.The Indian Women's Cricket team's victory over Pakistan marked their ______ consecutive ODI win against them. a) 8th b) 10th c) 12th d) 15th Ans: c) 12th 11.The first Test match between India and West Indies, won by India by an innings and 140 runs, was held in which Indian city? a) Colombo b) Ahmedabad c) Al Ain d) Singapore Ans: b) Ahmedabad 12.On what date were both the Indian Women's Cricket team's victory over Pakistan and India A's series win against Australia A reported to have occurred? a) October 9 b) October 5, 2025 c) October 20 d) November 5, 2025 Ans: b) October 5, 2025

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1.The 'NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory' has been approved for establishment at which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Delhi c) IIT Bhubaneswar d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Bhubaneswar 2.What is the estim...

1.The 'NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory' has been approved for establishment at which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Delhi c) IIT Bhubaneswar d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Bhubaneswar 2.What is the estimated cost sanctioned for the 'NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory' under the MPLAD Scheme? a) ₹1.95 crore b) ₹4.95 crore c) ₹7.95 crore d) ₹10.95 crore Ans: b) ₹4.95 crore 3.India currently contributes what percentage of the global chip design talent? a) 10% b) 15% c) 20% d) 25% Ans: c) 20% 4.What is the name of DRDO's cutting-edge hypersonic missile nearing its test phase? a) Agni-V b) Prithvi-II c) Dhvani d) BrahMos-II Ans: c) Dhvani 5.The 'Dhvani' hypersonic missile is designed to achieve a speed exceeding which Mach number? a) Mach 3 b) Mach 5 c) Mach 7 d) Mach 10 Ans: b) Mach 5 6.What is the estimated range of DRDO's 'Dhvani' hypersonic missile? a) 1,000 to 3,000 kilometers b) 3,000 to 5,000 kilometers c) 6,000 to 10,000 kilometers d) 10,000 to 15,000 kilometers Ans: c) 6,000 to 10,000 kilometers 7.What is the name of ISRO's humanoid robot designed to assist the Gaganyaan mission? a) Chandrayaan Mitra b) Gaganyaan Bot c) Vyommitra d) AstroBot Ans: c) Vyommitra 8.ISRO will establish an ultra-modern Space Science and Innovation Lab at which location? a) Bengaluru b) Thiruvananthapuram c) Lucknow d) Sriharikota Ans: c) Lucknow 9.Which indigenous Electronic Warfare (EW) suite will be incorporated into the second batch of Tejas Mk1A fighters? a) Shakti EW Suite b) Swayam Raksha Kavach c) Astra EW System d) Varunastra EW Ans: b) Swayam Raksha Kavach 10.Which DRDO laboratory is developing an upgraded variant of India's indigenous Lightweight Torpedo? a) Defence Research and Development Laboratory (DRDL) b) Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) c) Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) d) High Energy Materials Research Laboratory (HEMRL) Ans: c) Naval Science and Technological Laboratory (NSTL) 11.Who announced the upgrade of the indigenously developed BSNL 4G network to 5G within 6-8 months? a) Ashwini Vaishnaw b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Jyotiraditya Scindia d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Jyotiraditya Scindia 12.How many villages are currently connected by the 'Swadesh 4G Network' mentioned in the text? a) Over 15,000 b) Over 20,000 c) Over 26,700 d) Over 30,000 Ans: c) Over 26,700 13.What is the stated outlay for the Semicon Mission mentioned in the context of India's digital transformation? a) ₹25,000 crore b) ₹50,000 crore c) ₹76,000 crore d) ₹1,00,000 crore Ans: c) ₹76,000 crore 14.What is India's goal regarding its position in global AI leadership, as stated by Minister Scindia? a) To be among the top ten AI nations b) To be among the top five AI nations c) To be the leading AI nation globally d) To develop AI only for domestic use Ans: b) To be among the top five AI nations

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1.The 14th round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and the European Union commenced on which date? a) September 25, 2025 b) October 6, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) December 15, 2025 Ans: b) October 6, 2025
1.The 14th round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations between India and the European Union commenced on which date? a) September 25, 2025 b) October 6, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) December 15, 2025 Ans: b) October 6, 2025 2.Where were the 14th round of India-EU FTA negotiations held? a) New Delhi b) Geneva c) Brussels d) Paris Ans: c) Brussels 3.What is the stated deadline for finalizing the India-EU FTA? a) December 2024 b) June 2025 c) December 2025 d) March 2026 Ans: c) December 2025 4.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a key sticking point in the India-EU FTA negotiations? a) Market access for automobiles b) Market access for agricultural products c) EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) d) Intellectual Property Rights Ans: d) Intellectual Property Rights 5.The EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) could impact which Indian exports, as per the text? a) Textiles and Pharmaceuticals b) Steel and Aluminum c) IT services and Software d) Gems and Jewelry Ans: b) Steel and Aluminum 6.India seeks duty-free access for which types of imports in the FTA negotiations with the EU? a) Capital goods and heavy machinery b) Luxury goods and electronics c) Labor-intensive imports and emerging sectors like auto and electronics d) Defense equipment and raw materials Ans: c) Labor-intensive imports and emerging sectors like auto and electronics 7.Which two Prime Ministers are scheduled to meet in Mumbai to review the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)? a) Narendra Modi and Rishi Sunak b) Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer c) Droupadi Murmu and Keir Starmer d) S. Jaishankar and Rishi Sunak Ans: b) Narendra Modi and Keir Starmer 8.When did the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) come into force? a) July 24 b) October 1 c) August 15 d) January 1 Ans: a) July 24 9.What is the 'Vision 2035' associated with the India-UK economic partnership? a) A plan for joint space exploration missions by 2035. b) A 10-year roadmap for cooperation in trade, investment, technology, defense, climate, and education. c) A target to reduce carbon emissions by 35% by 2035. d) A strategy to increase bilateral tourism by 2035. Ans: b) A 10-year roadmap for cooperation in trade, investment, technology, defense, climate, and education. 10.Under the India-UK CETA, approximately what percentage of Indian exports by value are expected to receive duty-free access to the UK market? a) Around 75% b) Around 85% c) Around 99% d) Around 90% Ans: c) Around 99% 11.What is the State Bank of India's (SBI) aspiration for its asset size as a percentage of India's GDP by 2047? a) 20% b) 25% c) 30% d) 15% Ans: b) 25% 12.Who is the Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI) mentioned in the text? a) Arundhati Bhattacharya b) Dinesh Kumar Khara c) C.S. Setty d) Rajnish Kumar Ans: c) C.S. Setty 13.The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) includes a binding commitment of how much investment over the next 15 years? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $100 billion d) $150 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 14.When did the India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) become effective? a) July 24 b) October 1 c) October 6 d) December 2025 Ans: b) October 1 15.What is the estimated value of financial assets lying unclaimed with banks and regulators, as highlighted by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) ₹1.20 lakh crore b) ₹1.50 lakh crore c) ₹1.84 lakh crore d) ₹2.00 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1.84 lakh crore 16.Which Indian state's Chief Minister recently visited Japan to strengthen economic and industrial ties? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Haryana d) Karnataka Ans: c) Haryana

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1.Hamas has reportedly agreed to parts of a 20-point plan proposed by which U.S. President, aimed at ending the conflict in the Gaza Strip? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump ...

1.Hamas has reportedly agreed to parts of a 20-point plan proposed by which U.S. President, aimed at ending the conflict in the Gaza Strip? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 2.Which of the following is a key provision included in the 20-point plan for the Gaza Strip, as mentioned in the content? a) Immediate withdrawal of all international forces b) Hostage release and administration of the enclave c) Establishment of a new international tribunal d) Unconditional ceasefire without negotiations Ans: b) Hostage release and administration of the enclave 3.Which Ukrainian city recently experienced a large-scale attack involving 53 ballistic and cruise missiles and 496 drones? a) Kyiv b) Kharkiv c) Odesa d) Lviv Ans: d) Lviv 4.In which Ukrainian Oblast were at least fifteen soldiers killed in a missile strike on an M142 HIMARS position? a) Lviv Oblast b) Kyiv Oblast c) Kharkiv Oblast d) Odesa Oblast Ans: c) Kharkiv Oblast 5.More than 60 people have died in India and Nepal due to landslides. Which Indian districts were specifically mentioned as being affected? a) Mumbai and Pune b) Chennai and Bengaluru c) Darjeeling and Kalimpong d) Delhi and Agra Ans: c) Darjeeling and Kalimpong 6.On which side of Mount Everest are over 550 people currently trapped by a blizzard, with rescue efforts underway? a) Southern slope (Nepal) b) Western slope (China) c) Eastern slope (Tibet) d) Northern slope (India) Ans: c) Eastern slope (Tibet) 7.Who is likely to become Japan's first female Prime Minister after being elected as the new leader of the ruling party? a) Yuriko Koike b) Seiko Noda c) Sanae Takaichi d) Fumiko Kishida Ans: c) Sanae Takaichi 8.The Global Sustainability Summit 2025, where nations pledged stronger commitments towards climate action, concluded in which city? a) Paris b) New York c) Tokyo d) Geneva Ans: c) Tokyo 9.US President Donald Trump authorized the deployment of 300 National Guard personnel to which American city, a decision that has sparked protests? a) New York City b) Los Angeles c) Chicago, Illinois d) Houston, Texas Ans: c) Chicago, Illinois 10.After how many years of suspension do India and China plan to resume direct air connectivity by late October? a) Three years b) Five years c) Seven years d) Ten years Ans: b) Five years 11.India's Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal is scheduled to visit Doha for the India-Qatar Joint Commission on Trade and Commerce. What significant agreement is likely on the agenda? a) Bilateral Investment Treaty b) Free Trade Agreement (FTA) c) Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement d) Customs Union formation Ans: b) Free Trade Agreement (FTA) 12.Which team secured their second consecutive Formula One World Constructors' Championship at the Singapore Grand Prix? a) Red Bull Racing b) Ferrari c) Mercedes d) McLaren Ans: d) McLaren 13.In the ICC Women's World Cup 2025, India achieved a dominant 88-run victory over which team? a) Australia b) England c) Pakistan d) South Africa Ans: c) Pakistan 14.Following Russian drone strikes, President Zelenskyy issued warnings about the danger to which type of facilities in Ukraine? a) Hydropower plants b) Chemical factories c) Nuclear facilities d) Oil refineries Ans: c) Nuclear facilities 15.Which district in Nepal reported a high number of landslide incidents due to persistent rainfall? a) Kathmandu b) Pokhara c) Ilam d) Chitwan Ans: c) Ilam 16.An avalanche on Tosc Mountain in northwestern Slovenia resulted in how many fatalities and missing hikers? a) 1 killed, 1 missing b) 2 killed, 0 missing c) 1 killed, 2 missing d) 0 killed, 3 missing Ans: c) 1 killed, 2 missing 17.Which two drivers finished third and fourth for McLaren at the Singapore Grand Prix where they secured the World Constructors' Championship? a) Max Verstappen and Sergio Perez b) Lewis Hamilton and George Russell c) Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri d) Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz Ans: c) Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri

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1.Who among the following emphasized India's 'red lines' in the context of the proposed trade deal with the United States? a) Piyush Goyal b) S. Jaishankar c) Ashwini Vaishnaw d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) S. Jaishankar 2.At...

1.Who among the following emphasized India's 'red lines' in the context of the proposed trade deal with the United States? a) Piyush Goyal b) S. Jaishankar c) Ashwini Vaishnaw d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) S. Jaishankar 2.At which event did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discuss India's 'red lines' regarding the trade deal with the US? a) World Economic Forum b) Kautilya Economic Conclave c) India-US Strategic Dialogue d) G20 Summit Ans: b) Kautilya Economic Conclave 3.Union Minister Piyush Goyal recently visited which country for a meeting of the Joint Commission on Trade and Commerce? a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Qatar d) Oman Ans: c) Qatar 4.The proposed India–Qatar Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is expected to be a key discussion point during the visit of which Indian minister to Qatar? a) External Affairs Minister b) Finance Minister c) Commerce and Industry Minister d) Defence Minister Ans: c) Commerce and Industry Minister 5.What is the primary objective of the newly launched NIELIT Digital University (NDU) Platform? a) To regulate digital education providers. b) To democratize access to quality digital education. c) To promote e-commerce in rural areas. d) To develop new digital technologies for government. Ans: b) To democratize access to quality digital education. 6.Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated the NIELIT Digital University (NDU) Platform. Which of the following is NOT among the new NIELIT Centres virtually launched as part of this initiative? a) Muzaffarpur b) Balasore c) Daman d) Kochi Ans: d) Kochi 7.India has been re-elected to which international organization's Council for the 2025–2028 term? a) International Maritime Organization (IMO) b) International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) International Telecommunication Union (ITU) Ans: b) International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) 8.In which part of the ICAO Council was India re-elected for the 2025–2028 term? a) Part I b) Part II c) Part III d) Part IV Ans: b) Part II 9.The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed making the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) mandatory for electric vehicles. By when is this measure expected to be implemented for all electric cars, buses, and trucks? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2026 c) October 1, 2027 d) October 1, 2028 Ans: c) October 1, 2027 10.What is the primary reason for making the Acoustic Vehicle Alerting System (AVAS) mandatory for electric vehicles? a) To reduce noise pollution from electric vehicles. b) To enhance road safety by alerting pedestrians and other road users. c) To provide a unique identity to electric vehicles. d) To comply with international emission standards. Ans: b) To enhance road safety by alerting pedestrians and other road users. 11.Deadly landslides triggered by heavy rainfall recently occurred in which Indian region? a) Western Ghats b) Himalayan foothills of Uttarakhand c) Mirik and Darjeeling hills d) Nilgiri Hills Ans: c) Mirik and Darjeeling hills 12.Which state's Chief Minister is scheduled to visit North Bengal to assess the situation after recent landslides? a) Sikkim b) Bihar c) West Bengal d) Assam Ans: c) West Bengal

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1.What is the primary objective of the PM-SETU scheme launched by Prime Minister Modi? a) Providing free education to all graduate students b) Upgrading 1,000 government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) c) Establishing new skill...

1.What is the primary objective of the PM-SETU scheme launched by Prime Minister Modi? a) Providing free education to all graduate students b) Upgrading 1,000 government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) c) Establishing new skill universities across all states d) Distributing scholarships to school students nationwide Ans: b) Upgrading 1,000 government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) 2.What is the total investment allocated for the PM-SETU scheme? a) ₹450 crore b) ₹1,000 crore c) ₹24,000 crore d) ₹60,000 crore Ans: d) ₹60,000 crore 3.The PM-SETU scheme aims to upgrade ITIs using which specific model? a) Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model b) Hub-and-spoke model c) Centralized management model d) State-specific cluster model Ans: b) Hub-and-spoke model 4.Under the revamped Mukhyamantri Nishchay Svyam Sahayata Bhatta Yojana in Bihar, what financial assistance is provided to graduate youth? a) ₹500 per month for one year b) ₹1,000 per month for two years c) ₹2,000 per month for six months d) A one-time grant of ₹10,000 Ans: b) ₹1,000 per month for two years 5.What is the maximum interest-free education loan amount offered under the redesigned Bihar Student Credit Card Scheme? a) ₹1 lakh b) ₹2 lakh c) ₹4 lakh d) ₹5 lakh Ans: c) ₹4 lakh 6.Which new university/institution was inaugurated as part of the Bihar-focused programs? a) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Patna b) Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Skill University c) Bihar Agricultural University d) National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) Patna Ans: b) Jan Nayak Karpoori Thakur Skill University 7.How many Vocational Skill Labs were inaugurated across Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools? a) 400 b) 600 c) 1,000 d) 1,200 Ans: d) 1,200 8.What is the primary aim of the PM Surya Ghar Yojana 2025? a) To provide subsidized solar pumps to farmers b) To offer free electricity to one crore households through rooftop solar panels c) To establish large-scale solar power plants in rural areas d) To promote the use of electric vehicles across the country Ans: b) To offer free electricity to one crore households through rooftop solar panels 9.Who launched the nationwide three-month campaign to recover ₹1.84 lakh crore in unclaimed financial assets? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman d) Home Minister Amit Shah Ans: c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman 10.What is the estimated amount of unclaimed financial assets targeted for recovery in the recent campaign? a) ₹1.84 lakh crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹24,000 crore d) ₹450 crore Ans: a) ₹1.84 lakh crore 11.Effective November 15, 2025, what will be the charge for cash payments at national highway toll plazas for non-FASTag users, compared to the standard fee? a) 1.25 times b) 1.5 times c) 2 times d) No change Ans: c) 2 times 12.What is the annual outlay for the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) over its six-year period? a) ₹18,000 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹36,000 crore d) ₹60,000 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 13.The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana aims to boost growth in agri-districts by converging how many existing Central schemes across various Ministries? a) 11 b) 24 c) 36 d) 100 Ans: c) 36 14.Which Union Minister launched Goa's flagship 'Mhaje Ghar' Yojana? a) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman b) Home Minister Amit Shah c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) Minister of Textiles Ans: b) Home Minister Amit Shah 15.Which Ministry launched the 'Swadeshi Campaign' to boost domestic demand for Indian handloom, handicrafts, and textile products? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Commerce and Industry c) Ministry of Textiles d) Ministry of Culture Ans: c) Ministry of Textiles 16.What is the duration of the Special Campaign 5.0 observed by government offices in 2025? a) October 2 to October 31 b) November 1 to November 30 c) December 1 to December 31 d) January 1 to January 31 Ans: a) October 2 to October 31 17.The Bihar Yuva Ayog, a statutory commission, is established for youth within which age group? a) 15 to 25 years b) 18 to 30 years c) 18 to 45 years d) 21 to 35 years Ans: c) 18 to 45 years 18.The newly inaugurated 1,200 Vocational Skill Labs are established in which types of schools? a) Kendriya Vidyalayas and Sainik Schools b) Private schools and colleges c) Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools d) State government schools and polytechnics Ans: c) Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools

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1.Who has been named the new One-Day International (ODI) captain for India for the upcoming series against Australia, effective October 19? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) Shreyas Iyer Ans: c) Shubman Gill ...

1.Who has been named the new One-Day International (ODI) captain for India for the upcoming series against Australia, effective October 19? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Shubman Gill d) Shreyas Iyer Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.What strategic reason did chief selector Ajit Agarkar state for Shubman Gill's appointment as captain across formats? a) To reduce the workload on senior players. b) To prepare for the 2027 World Cup, as it's 'practically impossible to have three different captains for three formats.' c) To give more opportunities to young players. d) Rohit Sharma's retirement from captaincy. Ans: b) To prepare for the 2027 World Cup, as it's 'practically impossible to have three different captains for three formats.' 3.Who has been appointed as Shubman Gill's deputy for the One-Day International (ODI) format? a) Ravindra Jadeja b) Virat Kohli c) Shreyas Iyer d) Jasprit Bumrah Ans: c) Shreyas Iyer 4.In which city was the first Test match between India and West Indies held, where India secured a victory by an innings and 140 runs? a) Kolkata b) Mumbai c) Chennai d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 5.Who was highlighted as a standout performer in India's dominant victory against the West Indies in the first Test match? a) Shubman Gill b) Ravindra Jadeja c) Rohit Sharma d) Virat Kohli Ans: b) Ravindra Jadeja 6.On October 5, 2025, where is the Indian Women's Cricket team scheduled to face Pakistan in the ICC Women's World Cup? a) New Delhi b) Ahmedabad c) Colombo d) Dubai Ans: c) Colombo 7.Which two Indian para-athletes clinched gold medals at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 on October 4? a) Manju Rani and Ravindra Jadeja b) Nishad Kumar and Simran Sharma c) Shubman Gill and Shreyas Iyer d) Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli Ans: b) Nishad Kumar and Simran Sharma 8.Nishad Kumar set a new Asian record in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Men's 100m T12 b) Men's shot put F46 c) Men's high jump T47 d) Men's long jump T44 Ans: c) Men's high jump T47 9.Simran Sharma secured a gold medal in the women's 100m T12 event with a personal best time of: a) 12.05 seconds b) 11.95 seconds c) 11.85 seconds d) 12.15 seconds Ans: b) 11.95 seconds 10.After the gold medals won by Nishad Kumar and Simran Sharma, what was India's position in the overall medal tally at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Seventh b) Fifth c) Fourth d) Third Ans: c) Fourth 11.The World Para Athletics Championships 2025, described as the largest Para sport event ever held in India, are being hosted in which city? a) Ahmedabad b) Mumbai c) New Delhi d) Kolkata Ans: c) New Delhi 12.World Championships silver medallist Manju Rani advanced to the semifinals in which boxing event? a) Olympic Qualifiers b) Asian Games c) BFI Cup 2025 d) World Boxing Series Ans: c) BFI Cup 2025

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1.Which global figure recently highlighted India as a global innovation leader, praising its pioneering solutions for the Global South? a) Elon Musk b) Jeff Bezos c) Bill Gates d) Sundar Pichai Ans: c) Bill Gates 2.India's b...

1.Which global figure recently highlighted India as a global innovation leader, praising its pioneering solutions for the Global South? a) Elon Musk b) Jeff Bezos c) Bill Gates d) Sundar Pichai Ans: c) Bill Gates 2.India's burgeoning startup ecosystem is home to how many unicorns, as mentioned in the provided text? a) Over 50 b) Over 80 c) Over 111 d) Over 150 Ans: c) Over 111 3.Who led the research team at IIT Guwahati that developed a novel and affordable method for producing human insulin? a) Dr. Sridhar Vembu b) Dr. Veeranki Venkata Dasu c) Dr. P. Ramakrishna d) Dr. C.V. Raman Ans: b) Dr. Veeranki Venkata Dasu 4.The novel insulin production method developed by IIT Guwahati utilizes which safe and efficient bacterial system? a) Escherichia coli b) Bacillus subtilis c) Pseudomonas fluorescens d) Staphylococcus aureus Ans: c) Pseudomonas fluorescens 5.A key advantage of the new insulin production technology developed by IIT Guwahati is that it: a) Requires complex multi-stage purification b) Produces insulin in a soluble form c) Uses synthetic chemical inducers d) Is more expensive than traditional methods Ans: b) Produces insulin in a soluble form 6.The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) recently signed an MoU with which institution to promote research and innovation in advanced telecom technologies? a) IIT Delhi b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) c) International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Naya Raipur d) Raman Research Institute (RRI) Ans: c) International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Naya Raipur 7.The Telecommunication Engineering Centre (TEC) is described as a technical arm of which government department? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology b) Department of Space c) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) d) Ministry of Science and Technology Ans: c) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) 8.The upcoming India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2025 is scheduled to prioritize the development of which technology ecosystem? a) 4G b) 5G c) 6G d) IoT Ans: c) 6G 9.India aims to generate what percentage of global 6G patents, as stated by the CEO of India Mobile Congress? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 10.Which of the following institutions was NOT mentioned as collaborating on the breakthrough in certified Quantum Randomness? a) Raman Research Institute (RRI) b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) c) University of Calcutta d) University of Calgary Ans: c) University of Calcutta 11.The recent advancement in certified Quantum Randomness achieved by RRI and collaborators uses what method? a) Complex multi-particle entanglement b) Superconducting qubits c) Simple time-based tests on a single qubit d) Optical fiber networks Ans: c) Simple time-based tests on a single qubit 12.In the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025, India was ranked in which range globally? a) Top 10 b) High-30s c) Mid-50s d) Low-70s Ans: b) High-30s 13.Sridhar Vembu, Zoho's co-founder, highlighted which homegrown messaging app as a strong indigenous challenger? a) Signal b) Telegram c) Arattai d) Hike Ans: c) Arattai 14.The 52nd Rajya Stariya Bal Vaigyanik Pradarshani (RSBVP) in Jammu showcased models under which theme? a) "Digital India: A New Era" b) "Innovation for Sustainable Development" c) "Science and Technology for Society" d) "Future of AI and Robotics" Ans: c) "Science and Technology for Society" 15.According to Bill Gates, India's pioneering solutions hold immense promise for improving millions of lives across which region? a) European Union b) North America c) Global South d) East Asia Ans: c) Global South 16.Who is the CEO of India Mobile Congress (IMC), as mentioned in the context of 6G ecosystem development? a) Sridhar Vembu b) Bill Gates c) P. Ramakrishna d) Veeranki Venkata Dasu Ans: c) P. Ramakrishna

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1.What was the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision regarding the repo rate in its Monetary Policy Committee meeting from September 29 to October 1, 2025? a) Increased it by 25 basis points to 5.75% b) Decreased it by 50 basis poin...

1.What was the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) decision regarding the repo rate in its Monetary Policy Committee meeting from September 29 to October 1, 2025? a) Increased it by 25 basis points to 5.75% b) Decreased it by 50 basis points to 5.00% c) Kept it unchanged at 5.50% d) Increased it by 10 basis points to 5.60% Ans: c) Kept it unchanged at 5.50% 2.For FY 2025-26, what is India's revised GDP growth forecast by the RBI, as announced in its latest MPC meeting? a) 6.3% b) 6.5% c) 6.8% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.8% 3.The RBI lowered its CPI inflation forecast for FY 2025-26 to what percentage? a) 3.1% b) 2.6% c) 2.9% d) 3.5% Ans: b) 2.6% 4.Which of the following was NOT cited by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra as a factor affirming India's position as an 'anchor of stability'? a) Strong forex reserves b) Low inflation c) Rising global public debt d) Healthy bank and corporate balance sheets Ans: c) Rising global public debt 5.According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, what GDP growth rate is required for India to achieve developed nation status by 2047? a) 6% b) 7% c) 8% d) 9% Ans: c) 8% 6.What was the revised GDP forecast for India in 2025 by the OECD? a) 6.3% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 6.8% Ans: c) 6.7% 7.Which sector demonstrated strong performance in the Indian stock market during the holiday-shortened week, as mentioned in the text? a) Information Technology (IT) b) Pharmaceuticals c) Banking d) Telecommunications Ans: c) Banking 8.Effective September 22, 2025, what is the new two-slab system for Goods and Services Tax (GST) in India? a) 8% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 28% d) 10% and 20% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 9.The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) trade deal, effective October 1, commits EFTA nations to what amount of investment over 15 years? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $100 billion d) $150 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 10.Which economist called the US tariff policy on India a 'strategic blunder' and suggested India undertake further economic reforms? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Sanjay Malhotra c) Andres Velasco d) An unnamed expert from OECD Ans: c) Andres Velasco 11.What was identified as a significant challenge leading to a reported 50% drop in India's traditional sari business? a) Increased domestic competition b) Lack of government support c) Bangladesh's import ban d) Shifting consumer preferences towards western wear Ans: c) Bangladesh's import ban 12.What was the monetary policy stance adopted by the RBI alongside keeping the repo rate unchanged? a) Accommodative b) Hawkish c) Neutral d) Calibrated tightening Ans: c) Neutral

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1.What is a key condition reportedly agreed upon by Hamas for a peace deal in the Gaza Strip, according to the provided text? a) Complete disarmament of its military wing. b) Release of all Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinia...

1.What is a key condition reportedly agreed upon by Hamas for a peace deal in the Gaza Strip, according to the provided text? a) Complete disarmament of its military wing. b) Release of all Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. c) Ceding control of Gaza to an international peacekeeping force. d) Recognition of Israel's right to exist. Ans: b) Release of all Israeli captives in exchange for Palestinian prisoners. 2.Which Israeli minister stated that his party would leave the government if Hamas 'remains in existence'? a) Benjamin Netanyahu b) Yoav Gallant c) Itamar Ben-Gvir d) Benny Gantz Ans: c) Itamar Ben-Gvir 3.What was the primary purpose of the Global Sumud Flotilla, which was intercepted by Israel? a) To transport diplomatic envoys to Gaza. b) To carry humanitarian aid to Gaza. c) To facilitate prisoner exchanges. d) To conduct a peace protest near Israeli waters. Ans: b) To carry humanitarian aid to Gaza. 4.Who was elected as the new leader of Japan's governing Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) on October 4, 2025, positioning her to become the country's first female Prime Minister? a) Fumio Kishida b) Sanae Takaichi c) Yoko Kamikawa d) Yuriko Koike Ans: b) Sanae Takaichi 5.Prior to her election as LDP leader, what ministerial portfolio did Sanae Takaichi hold? a) Minister of Finance b) Minister of Foreign Affairs c) Economic Security Minister d) Minister of Defense Ans: c) Economic Security Minister 6.According to the Global Climate Summit held in Geneva, what percentage reduction in carbon emissions have nations pledged by 2035? a) 25% b) 30% c) 45% d) 50% Ans: c) 45% 7.India and China have agreed to resume direct air services by when? a) Early 2025 b) Mid-2025 c) Late October 2025 d) Early 2026 Ans: c) Late October 2025 8.What is the stated goal behind the resumption of direct flights between India and China? a) To boost military cooperation. b) To enhance people-to-people contact and strengthen bilateral exchanges. c) To facilitate trade agreements exclusively. d) To establish a new economic corridor. Ans: b) To enhance people-to-people contact and strengthen bilateral exchanges. 9.In the recent conflict update, what type of attack resulted in one fatality and dozens injured on a passenger train in Ukraine? a) Missile strike b) Artillery shelling c) Russian drone strike d) Sabotage operation Ans: c) Russian drone strike 10.When does the UN-declared World Space Week commence and conclude in 2025? a) October 1 to October 7 b) October 4 to October 10 c) September 28 to October 4 d) October 10 to October 17 Ans: b) October 4 to October 10 11.Despite claims by President Trump of a 'temporarily stopped bombing', how many Palestinians were reported killed in Israeli attacks in Gaza in the past 24 hours, according to the enclave's Government Media Office? a) At least 20 b) At least 40 c) At least 70 d) At least 100 Ans: c) At least 70 12.What administrative change is Hamas reportedly willing to agree to as part of the peace deal proposed by President Trump? a) To form a joint government with Israel. b) To hand over the administration of the territory to Palestinian technocrats. c) To allow international observers to govern Gaza. d) To integrate its forces into the Palestinian Authority. Ans: b) To hand over the administration of the territory to Palestinian technocrats. 13.Sanae Takaichi is described as one of the most conservative members of which political party? a) Democratic Party of Japan b) Constitutional Democratic Party of Japan c) Liberal Democratic Party d) Komeito Party Ans: c) Liberal Democratic Party 14.The Global Climate Summit, which saw pledges for significant emission cuts, was held in which city? a) Paris b) Glasgow c) Geneva d) New York Ans: c) Geneva

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1.Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated there would be no talks with Maoists and urged them to accept the government's surrender and rehabilitation policy. What is the deadline set for the eradication of the Maoist menace? a) March 31...

1.Union Home Minister Amit Shah stated there would be no talks with Maoists and urged them to accept the government's surrender and rehabilitation policy. What is the deadline set for the eradication of the Maoist menace? a) March 31, 2025 b) December 31, 2025 c) March 31, 2026 d) December 31, 2026 Ans: c) March 31, 2026 2.The Indian government introduced 10 new rules impacting citizens. When do these new rules become effective? a) October 4, 2024 b) October 31, 2025 c) October 4, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: c) October 4, 2025 3.As per the new rules effective October 4, 2025, what is the revised income tax filing deadline? a) October 31, 2025 b) December 31, 2025 c) March 31, 2026 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) December 31, 2025 4.What is a potential consequence of non-compliance with the mandatory linking of PAN with Aadhaar, according to the new rules effective October 4, 2025? a) Automatic extension of filing deadline b) Penalties or invalidation of PAN for tax purposes c) Suspension of bank accounts d) Mandatory digital vehicle registration Ans: b) Penalties or invalidation of PAN for tax purposes 5.Which of the following is a revised banking norm by the Reserve Bank of India, effective October 4, 2025? a) Decreasing deposit insurance coverage b) Requiring banks to credit interest on savings accounts annually c) Increasing deposit insurance coverage d) Making PAN-Aadhaar linking optional for bank accounts Ans: c) Increasing deposit insurance coverage 6.In which state did political parties and the Election Commission of India (ECI) reach a consensus for the upcoming Assembly election to be held in a maximum of one or two phases? a) Chhattisgarh b) Maharashtra c) Bihar d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: c) Bihar 7.Which hospital's emergency ward in Gopalganj, Bihar, was flooded due to heavy rainfall, as reported in the news? a) District Civil Hospital b) Model Sadar Hospital c) General Referral Hospital d) Primary Health Centre Ans: b) Model Sadar Hospital 8.What stern message did the Indian Army Chief convey to Pakistan regarding its recognition in the global community? a) To increase trade relations b) To cease supporting terrorism c) To engage in joint military exercises d) To resolve border disputes peacefully Ans: b) To cease supporting terrorism 9.Who has been named India's new One-Day International (ODI) captain, taking over from Rohit Sharma, for the upcoming series in Australia? a) Virat Kohli b) Jasprit Bumrah c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 10.Which Indian city is currently hosting the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) Women's Blind Football World Cup 2025? a) Mumbai b) Chennai c) Kochi d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Kochi 11.Who is the UK Prime Minister scheduled to visit India on October 8-9 for official talks with Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Rishi Sunak b) Liz Truss c) Keir Starmer d) Boris Johnson Ans: c) Keir Starmer 12.The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a cyclone warning for several districts in Maharashtra. What is the name of this cyclone? a) Cyclone 'Vayu' b) Cyclone 'Shakti' c) Cyclone 'Tej' d) Cyclone 'Biparjoy' Ans: b) Cyclone 'Shakti' 13.Veteran journalist and columnist T.J.S. George, who recently passed away at the age of 97, was known for his contributions in which field? a) Politics b) Sports c) Journalism d) Science Ans: c) Journalism 14.The Centre has reiterated an advisory against administering cough syrups to children below what specific age? a) One year b) Two years c) Three years d) Five years Ans: b) Two years 15.Which of the following competitive examinations had its prelims underway on October 4, 5, and 11, with the provisional answer key expected by October 18 and results in early November? a) SIDBI Grade A b) Odisha Police SI Recruitment c) IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025 d) UPSC Civil Services Exam Ans: c) IBPS Clerk Prelims 2025

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1.What is the full form of PM-SETU, a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Indian government? a) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training for Urban Youth b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through ...

1.What is the full form of PM-SETU, a centrally sponsored scheme launched by the Indian government? a) Pradhan Mantri Skill Enhancement and Training for Urban Youth b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs c) Pradhan Mantri Socio-Economic Transformation and Upliftment d) Pradhan Mantri Skill and Education for Technical Understanding Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Skilling and Employability Transformation through Upgraded ITIs 2.What is the total investment allocated for the PM-SETU scheme? a) ₹62,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹22,919 crore d) ₹1.15 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹60,000 crore 3.Which international organizations are providing co-financing support for the PM-SETU scheme? a) International Monetary Fund and World Trade Organization b) World Bank and Asian Development Bank c) United Nations Development Programme and World Bank d) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank and International Finance Corporation Ans: b) World Bank and Asian Development Bank 4.Under Bihar's revamped Mukhyamantri Nishchay Svyam Sahayata Bhatta Yojana, what is the monthly allowance provided to eligible graduate youths? a) ₹500 b) ₹1,000 c) ₹1,500 d) ₹2,000 Ans: b) ₹1,000 5.What is the maximum interest-free education loan offered under Bihar's redesigned Student Credit Card Scheme? a) ₹1 lakh b) ₹2 lakh c) ₹3 lakh d) ₹4 lakh Ans: d) ₹4 lakh 6.How many Vocational Skill Labs were inaugurated in Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools across 34 States and Union Territories? a) 800 b) 1,000 c) 1,200 d) 1,500 Ans: c) 1,200 7.The Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) has attracted investment proposals worth how much, nearly doubling its initial target? a) ₹59,350 crore b) ₹1.15 lakh crore c) ₹22,919 crore d) ₹10.34 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹1.15 lakh crore 8.What was the initial target for investment proposals under the Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS)? a) ₹1.15 lakh crore b) ₹59,350 crore c) ₹22,919 crore d) ₹10.34 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹59,350 crore 9.Which body has proposed an optional presumptive taxation scheme for foreign companies to provide greater tax certainty? a) Ministry of Finance b) Reserve Bank of India c) NITI Aayog d) Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) Ans: c) NITI Aayog 10.Under the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), how many 'Aspirational Agriculture Districts' have been announced? a) 50 b) 75 c) 100 d) 150 Ans: c) 100 11.Which state is leading the list of 100 'Aspirational Agriculture Districts' under the PMDDKY? a) Madhya Pradesh b) Rajasthan c) Uttar Pradesh d) Bihar Ans: c) Uttar Pradesh 12.The 'Auto Drivers' Sevalo' scheme, providing annual financial assistance of ₹15,000, has been launched in which state? a) Telangana b) Karnataka c) Tamil Nadu d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: d) Andhra Pradesh

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1.Which Indian cricketer recently dedicated his maiden Test hundred to the Indian Army? a) KL Rahul b) Ravindra Jadeja c) Dhruv Jurel d) Tilak Varma Ans: c) Dhruv Jurel 2.Ravindra Jadeja recently surpassed which legendary In...

1.Which Indian cricketer recently dedicated his maiden Test hundred to the Indian Army? a) KL Rahul b) Ravindra Jadeja c) Dhruv Jurel d) Tilak Varma Ans: c) Dhruv Jurel 2.Ravindra Jadeja recently surpassed which legendary Indian captain in the Test six-hitting standings? a) Sourav Ganguly b) MS Dhoni c) Virat Kohli d) Kapil Dev Ans: b) MS Dhoni 3.What unusual incident interrupted the Indian Women's World Cup 2025 training session in Colombo? a) A sudden power outage b) A major earthquake c) A snake appearance d) A protest by local residents Ans: c) A snake appearance 4.In a recent Women's World Cup fixture, which team secured a dominant 10-wicket victory over South Africa? a) India b) Australia c) England d) New Zealand Ans: c) England 5.Which bowler's impressive four-wicket haul contributed significantly to Vidarbha's strong position in the Irani Cup? a) Ravindra Jadeja b) Yash Thakur c) Kuldeep Yadav d) Jasprit Bumrah Ans: b) Yash Thakur 6.Tilak Varma's valiant knock of 94 runs was in vain in which series, where Australia A clinched a 9-wicket win? a) Border-Gavaskar Trophy b) IPL c) India A vs. Australia A series d) Ranji Trophy Ans: c) India A vs. Australia A series 7.Who won the gold medal in the 100m T12 sprint at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) Nishad Kumar b) Simran c) Shailesh Kumar d) Roderick Townsend Ans: b) Simran 8.Which Indian para-athlete secured a gold medal in the high jump T47 category at the World Para Athletics Championships, outperforming Roderick Townsend? a) Shailesh Kumar b) Simran c) Nishad Kumar d) Mariyappan Thangavelu Ans: c) Nishad Kumar 9.Shailesh Kumar recently won a gold medal in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) 100m T12 Sprint b) High Jump T47 c) Men's T42/64 High Jump d) Javelin Throw F46 Ans: c) Men's T42/64 High Jump 10.Which Spanish striker has been recently signed by the Kerala Blasters football club? a) Sergio Ramos b) Koldo Obieta c) Gerard Piqué d) Iker Casillas Ans: b) Koldo Obieta 11.Where is the Super Cup 2025 scheduled to commence next month? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) Goa d) Kolkata Ans: c) Goa 12.India secured its first-ever victory in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers by defeating which country? a) Japan b) South Korea c) Mongolia d) Thailand Ans: c) Mongolia 13.Which Indian football club withdrew from the AFC Champions League 2 due to safety concerns regarding travel to Iran? a) Bengaluru FC b) Mumbai City FC c) Mohun Bagan d) FC Goa Ans: c) Mohun Bagan 14.Mirabai Chanu recently secured a silver medal in which international weightlifting competition? a) Asian Games b) Commonwealth Games c) World Championships d) Olympic Games Ans: c) World Championships

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1.What is the projected valuation of India's medical technology sector by 2030, as announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh? a) $12 billion b) $20 billion c) $50 billion d) $100 billion Ans: c) $50 billion 2.Which institution was hig...

1.What is the projected valuation of India's medical technology sector by 2030, as announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh? a) $12 billion b) $20 billion c) $50 billion d) $100 billion Ans: c) $50 billion 2.Which institution was highlighted by Dr. Jitendra Singh for developing high-quality, affordable medical devices like heart valves and MRI-compatible shunts, aligning with 'Atmanirbhar Bharat'? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) d) BRIC-RGCB Ans: b) Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology (SCTIMST) 3.The Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma-MedTech (PRIP) scheme, inviting proposals worth ₹11,000 crore, is managed by which department? a) Department of Science & Technology b) Department of Health & Family Welfare c) Department of Pharmaceuticals d) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Ans: c) Department of Pharmaceuticals 4.Which Indian health-tech company, leveraging deep learning and AI, has its solutions deployed in over a hundred countries and is recommended by WHO for early disease detection? a) Exsure b) Medtronic c) Qure.ai d) CatchMyCall Ans: c) Qure.ai 5.Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw officially launched the NIELIT Digital University to provide education in which of the following fields? a) AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Semiconductors b) Biotechnology, Robotics, Space Exploration c) Medical Technology, Pharma Research, Genetics d) Civil Engineering, Mechanical Design, Aeronautical Sciences Ans: a) AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science, Semiconductors 6.How many new NIELIT Centres were inaugurated alongside the launch of the NIELIT Digital University? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Six Ans: c) Five 7.The Indian IT sector anticipates an AI-powered rebound in which fiscal year, following subdued growth in FY26? a) FY25 b) FY27 c) FY28 d) FY30 Ans: b) FY27 8.According to ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher, what is a significant potential outcome of the collaboration between ESA and ISRO regarding India's Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)? a) ESA providing funding for BAS construction. b) European astronauts living and working aboard BAS. c) Joint development of a new heavy-lift rocket. d) India launching ESA satellites from its facilities. Ans: b) European astronauts living and working aboard BAS. 9.What is India's target year to land on the Moon, as reiterated by ISRO Chairman V. Narayanan at IAC 2025? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 10.Which satellite, expected to be the heaviest ever carried by an Indian rocket, is scheduled for a potential launch by ISRO's LVM3 rocket by December? a) CMS-02 b) BlueBird 6 c) Chandrayaan-3 d) Gaganyaan module Ans: b) BlueBird 6 11.Researchers at BRIC-RGCB in Thiruvananthapuram developed 'DpPorA' for what primary application? a) Enhancing satellite communication b) Early disease detection, including cancer c) Improving agricultural yields d) Developing new rocket propellants Ans: b) Early disease detection, including cancer 12.Which institute developed a siphon-powered thermal desalination system to convert seawater into clean drinking water more efficiently? a) Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute (SCTIMST) b) BRIC-RGCB c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) d) Raman Research Institute (RRI) Ans: c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) 13.The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) signed an MoU with which company to support over 500 biotech startups in the next three years? a) Medtronic b) Qure.ai c) Thermo Fisher Scientific d) Exsure Ans: c) Thermo Fisher Scientific 14.What is the target year for the launch of India's first Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) module? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2028 15.Which technology is utilized by Medtronic's newly launched Valleylab FT10 Electrosurgical Generators for enhanced precision during surgical procedures? a) TissueFect sensing technology b) Quantum entanglement c) AI-driven diagnostics d) Exosomal cell-free therapy Ans: a) TissueFect sensing technology

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1.What was India's year-on-year economic growth rate in the April-June quarter, as stated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) 6.8% b) 7.2% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.What is India's projected economic growth for t...

1.What was India's year-on-year economic growth rate in the April-June quarter, as stated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) 6.8% b) 7.2% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.What is India's projected economic growth for the current fiscal year, according to the provided information? a) 5.5% b) 6.8% c) 7.8% d) 7.5% Ans: b) 6.8% 3.Who is mentioned as the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor in the provided text, echoing sentiments about India's strong macro-economic fundamentals? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Sanjay Malhotra c) Shaktikanta Das d) Urjit Patel Ans: b) Sanjay Malhotra 4.What is the current policy rate that the Reserve Bank of India has opted to keep unchanged? a) 4.0% b) 5.0% c) 5.5% d) 6.5% Ans: c) 5.5% 5.The United States doubled tariffs on Indian goods to what percentage, citing New Delhi's continued imports of Russian oil? a) 25% b) 40% c) 50% d) 75% Ans: c) 50% 6.Which of the following Indian exports are specifically mentioned as being adversely affected by the increased US tariffs? a) Pharmaceuticals, IT services, automobiles b) Textiles, leather goods, chemicals c) Software, agricultural products, electronics d) Steel, machinery, handicrafts Ans: b) Textiles, leather goods, chemicals 7.Which trade pact has come into effect, making Swiss wines, chocolates, and apparel cheaper while providing broader market access for Indian exports? a) India-EU FTA b) India-ASEAN FTA c) India-EFTA pact d) India-Mercosur FTA Ans: c) India-EFTA pact 8.When are direct flights between India and China set to resume after a five-year hiatus? a) September 26 b) October 26 c) November 26 d) December 26 Ans: b) October 26 9.Which of the following was NOT cited as a reason for the broader market downturn on October 4th? a) Disappointing corporate earnings b) Lackluster domestic consumption c) Significant inflows from Foreign Portfolio Investors d) High valuations Ans: c) Significant inflows from Foreign Portfolio Investors 10.How much did Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) withdraw from Indian markets between January and September? a) Rs 50,000 crore b) Rs 75,000 crore c) Rs 1 lakh crore d) Rs 1.5 lakh crore Ans: c) Rs 1 lakh crore 11.India aims to become a $300 billion electronics production hub by which year? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2026 12.What has been the approximate increase in mobile phone production between FY2014-15 and FY2024-25? a) 10-fold b) 15-fold c) 28-fold d) 50-fold Ans: c) 28-fold 13.From which date is the RBI implementing a new cheque clearing system for continuous clearing and settlement? a) October 4, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) October 4, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) October 4, 2025 14.What is the name of Flipkart's sale event that commenced on October 4th and runs until October 8th? a) Big Billion Days b) Great Indian Festival c) Big Festive Dhamaka Sale d) Mega Discount Event Ans: c) Big Festive Dhamaka Sale

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1.What was a key condition mentioned by Hamas for their partial agreement to President Trump's peace plan regarding the Gaza conflict? a) Complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. b) Release of all Israeli hostages, both livin...

1.What was a key condition mentioned by Hamas for their partial agreement to President Trump's peace plan regarding the Gaza conflict? a) Complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza. b) Release of all Israeli hostages, both living and deceased. c) An immediate end to all U.S. aid to Israel. d) Recognition of an independent Palestinian state. Ans: b) Release of all Israeli hostages, both living and deceased. 2.Which prominent environmental activist was reportedly detained after an aid flotilla attempting to reach Gaza was intercepted? a) Malala Yousafzai b) Greta Thunberg c) Jane Goodall d) David Attenborough Ans: b) Greta Thunberg 3.According to one report mentioned in the text, how many Palestinians were killed in Gaza City alone on October 3rd due to Israeli attacks? a) 22 b) 57 c) 16 d) 10 Ans: c) 16 4.Where did a significant demonstration protesting the Gaza conflict, involving over 1,000 rabbis and Jewish peace activists, take place? a) Washington D.C. b) London c) Brooklyn d) Tel Aviv Ans: c) Brooklyn 5.What was the primary reason cited for the ongoing government shutdown in the United States? a) Disagreement over healthcare reform. b) Failure of the Senate to pass a crucial stop-gap spending bill. c) A presidential veto of the annual budget. d) Protests against federal policies. Ans: b) Failure of the Senate to pass a crucial stop-gap spending bill. 6.Which federal service was specifically mentioned as being under significant strain, with employees mandated to work without pay, during the US government shutdown? a) Postal services b) National Parks administration c) Air traffic control system d) Social Security administration Ans: c) Air traffic control system 7.Which European country initiated an investigation after 15 drones were observed over its Elenborn military base? a) Denmark b) Norway c) Belgium d) Germany Ans: c) Belgium 8.A temporary shutdown and flight delays due to a drone sighting were reported at an airport in which European city? a) Copenhagen b) Oslo c) Brussels d) Munich Ans: d) Munich 9.Russia reportedly launched its largest attack to date on which type of Ukrainian facilities? a) Military command centers b) Energy grids c) Gas facilities d) Railway infrastructure Ans: c) Gas facilities 10.What potential impact could the ongoing US government shutdown have on the Russia-Ukraine conflict, according to the text? a) It could lead to a ceasefire agreement. b) It could delay the delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine. c) It could prompt direct US military intervention. d) It could increase humanitarian aid to Ukraine. Ans: b) It could delay the delivery of long-range missiles to Ukraine. 11.Russian President Vladimir Putin issued a warning to the United States regarding the potential supply of which specific type of missile to Ukraine? a) Patriot missiles b) Javelin missiles c) Tomahawk missiles d) HIMARS missiles Ans: c) Tomahawk missiles

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1.From when will the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) new continuous cheque clearing system be effective? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 4, 2025 c) November 15, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) October 4, 2025 2.What is the pri...

1.From when will the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) new continuous cheque clearing system be effective? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 4, 2025 c) November 15, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) October 4, 2025 2.What is the primary benefit expected from the RBI's new continuous cheque clearing system? a) Reduced transaction fees b) Enhanced security features c) Faster crediting of funds within hours d) Increased interoperability with international banks Ans: c) Faster crediting of funds within hours 3.Direct flight services between India and China are scheduled to resume after how many years of suspension? a) Three years b) Four years c) Five years d) Six years Ans: c) Five years 4.Which Indian airline is expected to re-launch its Kolkata-Guangzhou route as direct flights between India and China resume? a) Air India b) SpiceJet c) IndiGo d) Vistara Ans: c) IndiGo 5.India recently urged for accountability regarding human rights violations in which region, highlighting brutalities by Pakistani forces? a) Balochistan b) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa c) Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) d) Sindh Ans: c) Pakistan-Occupied Kashmir (PoK) 6.India's Army Chief mentioned which operation during which Pakistani F-16 jets were reportedly destroyed? a) Operation Vijay b) Operation Sindoor c) Operation Shakti d) Operation Parakram Ans: b) Operation Sindoor 7.The Union Health Ministry has reiterated an advisory against administering cough syrups to children below what age? a) One year b) Two years c) Three years d) Five years Ans: b) Two years 8.Which chemical compound was detected as an adulterant in a batch of cough syrup, leading to a stop production order in Tamil Nadu? a) Paracetamol b) Ibuprofen c) Diethylene glycol d) Codeine Ans: c) Diethylene glycol 9.Who has been appointed as the new Gujarat BJP president? a) Bhupendra Patel b) C. R. Patil c) Jagdish Vishwakarma d) Nitin Patel Ans: c) Jagdish Vishwakarma 10.Which automaker recently achieved the milestone of becoming the first to deliver cars to Kashmir by rail? a) Tata Motors b) Mahindra & Mahindra c) Hyundai India d) Maruti Suzuki Ans: d) Maruti Suzuki 11.At the World Para Athletics Championships, who secured a gold medal in the men's high jump T47 category? a) Pardeep Kumar b) Nishad Kumar c) Simran Sharma d) Preethi Pal Ans: b) Nishad Kumar 12.Simran Sharma won a gold medal in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) Women's long jump T12 b) Women's 100m T12 sprint c) Women's discus throw F46 d) Women's javelin throw F54 Ans: b) Women's 100m T12 sprint 13.In which city of Uttar Pradesh was a 48-hour internet suspension ordered during Dussehra festivities to maintain law and order? a) Lucknow b) Varanasi c) Bareilly d) Agra Ans: c) Bareilly 14.Which High Court constituted a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe a stampede incident that resulted in 41 deaths during a political campaign in Karur? a) Bombay High Court b) Kerala High Court c) Madras High Court d) Karnataka High Court Ans: c) Madras High Court 15.Which prominent Indian institution is entering its 100th year of service? a) Election Commission of India b) Reserve Bank of India c) Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) d) Supreme Court of India Ans: c) Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)

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1.What is a significant change introduced for non-government subscribers of the National Pension System (NPS) effective October 1, 2025? a) They can now open multiple NPS accounts without a PAN. b) They can invest up to 100% of their...

1.What is a significant change introduced for non-government subscribers of the National Pension System (NPS) effective October 1, 2025? a) They can now open multiple NPS accounts without a PAN. b) They can invest up to 100% of their contributions in equity. c) They are restricted from diversifying across multiple schemes. d) They can only invest in government bonds. Ans: b) They can invest up to 100% of their contributions in equity. 2.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is implementing a reform for cheque clearing starting October 4, 2025. What is this reform? a) Transition to weekly cheque processing. b) Introduction of continuous cheque clearing. c) Mandating physical submission of all cheques. d) Discontinuation of cheque clearing services. Ans: b) Introduction of continuous cheque clearing. 3.Which UPI feature was discontinued by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to enhance security and mitigate fraud risks? a) P2P "push transaction" feature. b) P2M "merchant payment" feature. c) P2P "collect request" (pull transaction) feature. d) A2A "account-to-account" transfer feature. Ans: c) P2P "collect request" (pull transaction) feature. 4.What new requirement did RBI introduce for bank locker agreements, effective October 1, 2025? a) Customers are no longer required to sign locker agreements. b) Banks must update all existing locker agreements as per new RBI norms. c) Only new locker agreements need to comply with RBI norms. d) Locker agreements are now managed exclusively by third-party agencies. Ans: b) Banks must update all existing locker agreements as per new RBI norms. 5.What is the new regulation regarding Public Provident Fund (PPF) accounts for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) effective October 1, 2025? a) NRIs can now open unlimited new PPF accounts. b) NRIs are barred from opening new PPF accounts and extensions for existing ones are restricted. c) NRIs can only open PPF accounts if they have a joint Indian account holder. d) Existing NRI PPF accounts will be automatically converted to NRE accounts. Ans: b) NRIs are barred from opening new PPF accounts and extensions for existing ones are restricted. 6.Under the new Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act, which types of online games are banned? a) E-sports and skill-based games. b) Real-money betting and gambling applications. c) Educational and fantasy sports games. d) Card games and board games played online. Ans: b) Real-money betting and gambling applications. 7.What new Aadhaar-based guideline has been implemented for online general railway ticket reservations? a) All general tickets must now be booked using Aadhaar. b) The first 15 minutes of general ticket reservation are restricted to Aadhaar-verified users. c) Aadhaar is only required for booking tatkal tickets. d) Aadhaar verification is no longer required for any online railway booking. Ans: b) The first 15 minutes of general ticket reservation are restricted to Aadhaar-verified users. 8.What is the primary objective of RBI's year-long incentive scheme for banks regarding unclaimed deposits, effective October 1, 2025? a) To encourage banks to invest unclaimed deposits in government securities. b) To penalize banks for holding unclaimed deposits. c) To encourage banks to actively pursue customers for reactivation of inoperative accounts and return unclaimed amounts. d) To transfer all unclaimed deposits directly to the central government. Ans: c) To encourage banks to actively pursue customers for reactivation of inoperative accounts and return unclaimed amounts. 9.The unclaimed deposits targeted by RBI's incentive scheme are currently lying in which fund? a) Contingency Fund of India. b) Depositor Education and Awareness (DEA) Fund. c) National Investment Fund. d) Prime Minister's National Relief Fund. Ans: b) Depositor Education and Awareness (DEA) Fund. 10.What is the financial outlay approved for the 'Mission for Aatmanirbharta in Pulses' for its six-year period? a) "₹5,862 crore" b) "₹1,500 crore" c) "₹11,440 crore" d) "₹67,000 crore" Ans: c) "₹11,440 crore" 11.Which Rabi crop received the sharpest hike in Minimum Support Price (MSP) for the 2026-27 marketing season? a) Wheat b) Lentil (Masur) c) Barley d) Safflower Ans: d) Safflower 12.The Biomedical Research Career Programme (BRCP) Phase III is a collaborative effort between the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) and which international organization? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation c) Wellcome Trust (WT), UK d) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Ans: c) Wellcome Trust (WT), UK 13.How many new Kendriya Vidyalayas were approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of over ₹5,862 crore? a) "49" b) "57" c) "68" d) "75" Ans: b) "57" 14.What additional percentage of Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) was approved for Central Government employees and pensioners, effective July 1, 2025? a) "2 percent" b) "3 percent" c) "4 percent" d) "5 percent" Ans: b) "3 percent" 15.When was the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) launched, which has garnered significant investment? a) "October 2024" b) "April 2025" c) "July 2025" d) "October 2025" Ans: b) "April 2025" 16.The Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) has received investment commitments of approximately double its original target. What was the original investment target? a) "₹1.15 lakh crore ($13 billion)" b) "₹59,350 crore ($6.7 billion)" c) "₹10.34 lakh crore" d) "₹67,000 crore" Ans: b) "₹59,350 crore ($6.7 billion)" 17.What percentage of participation in the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) came from MSMEs? a) "Less than 20%" b) "Approximately 40%" c) "Over 60%" d) "Exactly 50%" Ans: c) "Over 60%" 18.For how many consecutive quarters have the interest rates for small savings schemes, including PPF and NSC, remained unchanged as of the October-December 2025 quarter? a) "Five quarters" b) "Six quarters" c) "Seven quarters" d) "Eight quarters" Ans: c) "Seven quarters"

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1.The World Para Athletics Championships 2025, which recently saw stellar performances from Indian athletes, is being hosted in which city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 2.Sumit Antil clinc...

1.The World Para Athletics Championships 2025, which recently saw stellar performances from Indian athletes, is being hosted in which city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 2.Sumit Antil clinched his third consecutive gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 in which event? a) Men's F64 discus throw b) Men's F44 javelin throw c) Men's F64 javelin throw d) Men's F56 shot put Ans: c) Men's F64 javelin throw 3.What new championship record did Sumit Antil set in the men's F64 javelin throw at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) 70.37 metres b) 71.37 metres c) 72.37 metres d) 69.37 metres Ans: b) 71.37 metres 4.Deepthi Jeevanji secured a silver medal in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Women's 100m T20 b) Women's 200m T20 c) Women's 400m T20 d) Women's 800m T20 Ans: c) Women's 400m T20 5.Besides Sumit Antil, who among the following Indian athletes clinched a gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Deepthi Jeevanji b) Yogesh Kathuniya c) Shailesh Kumar d) Mirabai Chanu Ans: c) Shailesh Kumar 6.Which Indian para-athlete is referred to as India's most decorated para-athlete in world championships history in the provided text? a) Deepthi Jeevanji b) Shailesh Kumar c) Sumit Antil d) Yogesh Kathuniya Ans: c) Sumit Antil 7.Yogesh Kathuniya earned a silver medal in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) F56 javelin throw b) F56 discus throw c) F44 discus throw d) F44 shot put Ans: b) F56 discus throw 8.Mirabai Chanu secured a silver medal at the World Weightlifting Championships in which weight category? a) 48kg division b) 55kg division c) 49kg division d) 64kg division Ans: a) 48kg division 9.In which country did Mirabai Chanu clinch her silver medal at the World Weightlifting Championships? a) India b) China c) Japan d) Norway Ans: d) Norway 10.The Test match between India and West Indies, where India dominated Day 1, took place in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 11.Which Indian pacer led the attack and picked up four crucial wickets on Day 1 of the Test match against West Indies in Ahmedabad? a) Jasprit Bumrah b) Mohammed Shami c) Mohammed Siraj d) Umesh Yadav Ans: c) Mohammed Siraj 12.The recent achievements across various sports mentioned in the text primarily highlight India's growing presence and competitive spirit in which context? a) Only in individual sports b) Only in team sports c) Across various sports disciplines globally d) Only within Asian championships Ans: c) Across various sports disciplines globally

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1.Which Ministry is associated with the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) designed to boost domestic production of electronic components? a) Ministry of Science and Technology b) Ministry of Commerce and Industry c) M...

1.Which Ministry is associated with the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) designed to boost domestic production of electronic components? a) Ministry of Science and Technology b) Ministry of Commerce and Industry c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) d) Ministry of Heavy Industries Ans: c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) 2.What is the primary mechanism of the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) to achieve its objectives? a) Providing direct subsidies for raw material imports b) Offering output- and employment-linked incentives c) Establishing government-owned electronics manufacturing units d) Imposing high tariffs on imported electronic components Ans: b) Offering output- and employment-linked incentives 3.The AI-powered tool 'SARAL' (Simplified and Automated Research Amplification and Learning) has been unveiled by which Indian organization? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) c) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) 4.What is the main purpose of the 'SARAL' AI tool? a) To automate laboratory experiments b) To generate layperson summaries, videos, and podcasts from scientific papers c) To manage research grant applications d) To translate scientific papers into different languages Ans: b) To generate layperson summaries, videos, and podcasts from scientific papers 5.Who is mentioned as the CEO of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF)? a) V. Narayanan b) Shivkumar Kalyanaraman c) K. Sivan d) Ajit Doval Ans: b) Shivkumar Kalyanaraman 6.India's Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has reaffirmed an ambitious target to land on the Moon by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 7.At the 76th International Aeronautical Congress (IAC 2025), which country was highlighted for strengthening collaboration in space research with India? a) USA b) Russia c) France d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 8.The Indian private space sector is projected to reach what market size by 2032? a) $10.5 billion b) $25.8 billion c) $47.3 billion d) $60.0 billion Ans: c) $47.3 billion 9.The draft rules for the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, released by MeitY, primarily prohibit which type of games? a) Online educational games b) Online real money games c) Online multiplayer games d) Online simulation games Ans: b) Online real money games 10.Which institution is developing an AI system to identify and flag risky online payments to enhance financial security? a) Ministry of Finance b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) d) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Ans: b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 11.Researchers from which two Indian institutes made significant strides in certifying true randomness, even leveraging cloud-based quantum computers? a) IIT Bombay and IIT Delhi b) IISc Bangalore and IIT Madras c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) and Indian Institute of Science (IISc) d) TIFR Mumbai and Saha Institute of Nuclear Physics Ans: c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) and Indian Institute of Science (IISc) 12.The breakthrough in certifying true randomness by Indian researchers holds crucial implications for advancing which two fields? a) Renewable energy and climate science b) Digital security and cryptography c) Biotechnology and genetic engineering d) Material science and nanotechnology Ans: b) Digital security and cryptography

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1.What was the repo rate maintained by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its recent meeting? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 2.As per the recent RBI reforms, what is the new limit for loans again...

1.What was the repo rate maintained by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its recent meeting? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 2.As per the recent RBI reforms, what is the new limit for loans against shares and debt securities for individuals? a) Rs 20 lakh b) Rs 50 lakh c) Rs 1 crore d) Rs 2 crore Ans: c) Rs 1 crore 3.The RBI increased the limit for IPO financing per person from Rs 10 lakh to what new amount? a) Rs 15 lakh b) Rs 20 lakh c) Rs 25 lakh d) Rs 50 lakh Ans: c) Rs 25 lakh 4.As part of its rupee internationalization efforts, the RBI has authorized dealer banks to extend trade-linked loans in rupees to non-residents in which of the following groups of countries? a) Bangladesh, Maldives, Myanmar b) Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka c) Afghanistan, Pakistan, China d) Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia Ans: b) Bhutan, Nepal, Sri Lanka 5.To deepen India's corporate bond market, the RBI has permitted Special Rupee Vostro Account balances to be invested in which of the following? a) Government bonds and treasury bills b) Foreign exchange reserves and gold c) Corporate bonds and commercial papers d) Real estate and infrastructure projects Ans: c) Corporate bonds and commercial papers 6.India's GDP growth of 7.8% in the first quarter of FY25-26 marked a high for how many quarters? a) Three quarters b) Four quarters c) Five quarters d) Six quarters Ans: c) Five quarters 7.What is the RBI's revised GDP growth forecast for India for the fiscal year FY25-26? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 6.8% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.8% 8.According to global analytical firm CRISIL and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), what is the primary external factor expected to impact India's GDP growth in the latter half of the fiscal year? a) Global oil price fluctuations b) New US tariffs on Indian exports c) Geopolitical tensions in Europe d) Declining foreign direct investment Ans: b) New US tariffs on Indian exports 9.Citing the impact of new US tariffs, what is the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) lowered growth forecast for India for FY26? a) 6.0% b) 6.2% c) 6.5% d) 6.8% Ans: c) 6.5% 10.What is the RBI's revised Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation forecast for FY25-26? a) 2.6% b) 3.1% c) 3.5% d) 4.0% Ans: a) 2.6% 11.Which of the following factors were cited by the RBI for lowering its CPI inflation forecast for FY25-26? a) Increased global trade and export growth b) GST rate cuts and favorable food prices c) Higher interest rates and reduced liquidity d) Strong domestic demand and consumption Ans: b) GST rate cuts and favorable food prices 12.Indian stock markets (BSE and NSE) remained closed on October 2, 2025, in observance of which two holidays? a) Diwali and Holi b) Independence Day and Republic Day c) Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra d) Christmas and New Year's Day Ans: c) Gandhi Jayanti and Dussehra 13.The comprehensive reforms announced by the RBI, including increased loan limits for shares and IPO financing, are set to become effective from which month and year? a) August 2025 b) September 2025 c) October 2025 d) January 2026 Ans: c) October 2025

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1.The "Global Sumud Flotilla," recently intercepted by Israeli forces, was carrying humanitarian aid to which region? a) West Bank b) Gaza Strip c) Golan Heights d) Sinai Peninsula Ans: b) Gaza Strip 2.Which prominent climat...

1.The "Global Sumud Flotilla," recently intercepted by Israeli forces, was carrying humanitarian aid to which region? a) West Bank b) Gaza Strip c) Golan Heights d) Sinai Peninsula Ans: b) Gaza Strip 2.Which prominent climate activist was among those reportedly detained during the interception of the Global Sumud Flotilla? a) Malala Yousafzai b) Greta Thunberg c) Vanessa Nakate d) Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Ans: b) Greta Thunberg 3.According to the report, the Global Sumud Flotilla was intercepted by Israeli forces in which location? a) Israeli territorial waters b) Egyptian territorial waters c) International waters d) Cypriot territorial waters Ans: c) International waters 4.A recent terror attack involving a car-ramming and stabbing incident occurred outside a synagogue in which UK city? a) London b) Birmingham c) Manchester d) Glasgow Ans: c) Manchester 5.The perpetrator of the terror attack in Manchester was identified as a British citizen of what origin? a) Iraqi origin b) Libyan origin c) Syrian origin d) Yemeni origin Ans: c) Syrian origin 6.Youth-led protests against high public spending, particularly concerning the 2030 World Cup, recently escalated into violence in which North African country? a) Algeria b) Tunisia c) Morocco d) Egypt Ans: c) Morocco 7.Alongside protests in Morocco, widespread demonstrations against spending cuts also occurred in which European country, leading to the closure of the Eiffel Tower? a) Germany b) Spain c) Italy d) France Ans: d) France 8.The US administration approved $230 million in aid for Lebanon's security forces to support their efforts to disarm which specific group? a) ISIS b) Al-Qaeda c) Hezbollah d) Fatah Ans: c) Hezbollah 9.US President Donald Trump recently declared that the United States is in 'armed conflict' with which entity? a) Cyberterrorists b) Drug cartels c) Foreign espionage networks d) Domestic extremist groups Ans: b) Drug cartels 10.Japan is on the cusp of a potentially historic political shift with an upcoming vote to select the head of which body, which could result in its first woman Prime Minister? a) The national parliament b) The ruling party c) The Supreme Court d) The central bank Ans: b) The ruling party 11.Russian President Vladimir Putin, speaking at the Valdai Discussion Club, praised the leadership of which Indian Prime Minister? a) Manmohan Singh b) Narendra Modi c) Atal Bihari Vajpayee d) Indira Gandhi Ans: b) Narendra Modi 12.At the Valdai Discussion Club, Vladimir Putin warned against sending long-range missiles to which country, stating it would harm ties? a) Poland b) Germany c) Ukraine d) Finland Ans: c) Ukraine 13.A magnitude 6.9 earthquake resulting in over 70 fatalities recently occurred in Cebu, located in which country? a) Indonesia b) Philippines c) Pakistan d) Japan Ans: b) Philippines 14.In which country did a school collapse leave 59 people missing, with rescue teams reporting no signs of life? a) Philippines b) Pakistan c) Indonesia d) India Ans: c) Indonesia 15.A bomb blast in Peshawar, claiming the lives of nine people, recently occurred in which country? a) Afghanistan b) Iran c) Pakistan d) India Ans: c) Pakistan

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1.Which Indian state recently witnessed multiple fatalities during Durga idol immersion rituals due to tractor-trolley accidents? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Rajasthan c) Madhya Pradesh d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Madhya Pradesh 2.In whi...

1.Which Indian state recently witnessed multiple fatalities during Durga idol immersion rituals due to tractor-trolley accidents? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Rajasthan c) Madhya Pradesh d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Madhya Pradesh 2.In which district of Madhya Pradesh did 11 devotees lose their lives when a tractor-trolley carrying Durga idols plunged into a lake? a) Ujjain b) Indore c) Bhopal d) Khandwa Ans: d) Khandwa 3.Who is the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh who expressed grief and announced compensation following the Durga idol immersion tragedies? a) Shivraj Singh Chouhan b) Kamal Nath c) Mohan Yadav d) Bhupesh Baghel Ans: c) Mohan Yadav 4.After how many years are India and China set to resume direct flights, aimed at normalizing bilateral relations? a) Two years b) Three years c) Five years d) Ten years Ans: c) Five years 5.When are direct flights between India and China scheduled to resume following a five-year suspension? a) September 26 b) October 10 c) October 26 d) November 15 Ans: c) October 26 6.What is the primary objective mentioned for the resumption of direct flights between India and China? a) To boost trade relations b) To facilitate people-to-people contact c) To discuss border disputes d) To initiate military exercises Ans: b) To facilitate people-to-people contact 7.Where did the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) hold its annual Vijayadashami rally for its centenary celebrations? a) Delhi b) Mumbai c) Nagpur d) Varanasi Ans: c) Nagpur 8.Who is the current RSS chief who delivered a key address at the organization's centenary Vijayadashami rally, emphasizing 'swadeshi' and 'swavalamban'? a) Dattatreya Hosabale b) Mohan Bhagwat c) Suresh Joshi d) Bhaiyaji Joshi Ans: b) Mohan Bhagwat 9.Which two concepts, emphasizing self-reliance and indigenous resources, were advocated by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat during his Vijayadashami address? a) 'Sarvadharm Sambhav' and 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' b) 'Swadeshi' and 'Swavalamban' c) 'Ahimsa' and 'Satyagraha' d) 'Dharma' and 'Karma' Ans: b) 'Swadeshi' and 'Swavalamban' 10.Which prominent figure from the Taliban, currently under UN Security Council sanctions, is scheduled to make a historic visit to India? a) Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar b) Sirajuddin Haqqani c) Amir Khan Muttaqi d) Hibatullah Akhundzada Ans: c) Amir Khan Muttaqi 11.What is the official position of Amir Khan Muttaqi, who is set to visit India despite being under UN Security Council sanctions? a) Taliban's acting Defense Minister b) Taliban's acting Interior Minister c) Taliban's acting Foreign Minister d) Taliban's acting Finance Minister Ans: c) Taliban's acting Foreign Minister 12.Which national holiday coincided with Dussehra (Vijayadashami) celebrations on October 2nd, leading to the cancellation of some events due to heavy rainfall in Delhi? a) Sardar Patel Jayanti b) Gandhi Jayanti c) Teachers' Day d) Republic Day Ans: b) Gandhi Jayanti

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1.What significant change has been introduced for non-government subscribers of the National Pension System (NPS) effective October 1, 2025? a) Mandatory investment of 50% in government bonds. b) Enhanced flexibility to invest up to ...

1.What significant change has been introduced for non-government subscribers of the National Pension System (NPS) effective October 1, 2025? a) Mandatory investment of 50% in government bonds. b) Enhanced flexibility to invest up to 100% of funds in equity. c) Restriction on diversifying across multiple schemes. d) Requirement for a separate PAN for each scheme. Ans: b) Enhanced flexibility to invest up to 100% of funds in equity. 2.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is transitioning to which new system for cheque clearing, with a phased rollout beginning October 4, 2025? a) Daily batch processing. b) Continuous cheque clearing. c) Bi-weekly settlement cycles. d) Manual verification process. Ans: b) Continuous cheque clearing. 3.Under the new regulations effective October 2025, which type of online gaming is explicitly banned? a) E-sports competitions. b) Skill-based card games. c) Real-money betting and gambling applications. d) Fantasy sports leagues. Ans: c) Real-money betting and gambling applications. 4.To bolster security and mitigate fraud risks, what specific Person-to-Person (P2P) feature has the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) discontinued for UPI transactions? a) Scan and Pay feature. b) "Collect request" feature. c) UPI Lite payments. d) Recurring mandate feature. Ans: b) "Collect request" feature. 5.What new requirement has been mandated for bank locker customers in accordance with new RBI norms? a) Providing biometric data for locker access. b) Renewing or updating their bank locker agreements. c) Increasing the annual locker rent by 50%. d) Mandatory insurance for locker contents. Ans: b) Renewing or updating their bank locker agreements. 6.According to the revised IRCTC railway ticket booking rules, who gets exclusive access to general ticket booking for the first 15 minutes? a) Senior citizens. b) Women passengers. c) Aadhaar-verified users. d) Certified travel agents. Ans: c) Aadhaar-verified users. 7.What new security and convenience feature has India Post introduced for Speed Post services? a) GPS tracking for all parcels. b) Biometric sender verification. c) OTP-based delivery. d) Digital signature requirement for recipients. Ans: c) OTP-based delivery. 8.Which financial instrument are Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) now barred from opening new accounts in, effective October 2025? a) National Savings Certificate (NSC). b) Public Provident Fund (PPF). c) Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS). d) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY). Ans: b) Public Provident Fund (PPF). 9.The National Initiative on Water Security, launched in New Delhi, primarily focuses on what aspect of rural development? a) Promoting organic farming. b) Water conservation. c) Rural electrification. d) Digital literacy in villages. Ans: b) Water conservation. 10.Under the National Initiative on Water Security, what percentage of MGNREGA funds are allocated for over-exploited blocks? a) 25%. b) 40%. c) 65%. d) 80%. Ans: c) 65%. 11.On what date is a Special Gram Sabha scheduled to convene in 1 lakh tribal-dominated villages to adopt the Tribal Village Vision 2030 Declaration? a) October 1, 2025. b) October 2, 2025. c) November 1, 2025. d) November 2, 2025. Ans: b) October 2, 2025. 12.What is the interest rate for the Public Provident Fund (PPF) for the October-December 2025 quarter, as maintained by the government? a) 6.8%. b) 7.1%. c) 7.7%. d) 8.2%. Ans: b) 7.1%. 13.Which of the following small savings schemes has an interest rate of 8.2% for the October-December 2025 quarter? a) Public Provident Fund (PPF). b) National Savings Certificate (NSC). c) Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS). d) Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP). Ans: c) Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS). 14.Until when has the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) incentive scheme for exporters been extended? a) December 31, 2025. b) March 31, 2026. c) June 30, 2026. d) September 30, 2026. Ans: b) March 31, 2026. 15.The Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the four-nation European Free Trade Association (EFTA) came into force on which date? a) September 1, 2025. b) October 1, 2025. c) November 1, 2025. d) January 1, 2026. Ans: b) October 1, 2025. 16.What is the committed investment amount over 15 years under the India-EFTA Trade Pact? a) USD 50 billion. b) USD 75 billion. c) USD 100 billion. d) USD 125 billion. Ans: c) USD 100 billion. 17.What additional percentage of Dearness Allowance (DA) was approved for Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) for pensioners, effective July 1, 2025? a) 2%. b) 3%. c) 4%. d) 5%. Ans: b) 3%.

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1.Who is making his debut as the home Test captain for India in the series against West Indies, starting October 2nd? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Shubman Gill d) Suryakumar Yadav Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.Which iconic sta...

1.Who is making his debut as the home Test captain for India in the series against West Indies, starting October 2nd? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Shubman Gill d) Suryakumar Yadav Ans: c) Shubman Gill 2.Which iconic stadium is hosting the first Test match of the India vs West Indies series? a) Eden Gardens b) Wankhede Stadium c) Narendra Modi Stadium d) Arun Jaitley Stadium Ans: c) Narendra Modi Stadium 3.What significant event marks India's home Test series against West Indies, happening after 15 years? a) It's the first day-night Test match. b) It's the first time India is playing a home Test without its 'legendary trio'. c) It's the first time a non-Indian captain is leading the team at home. d) It's the first home Test series being played in October. Ans: b) It's the first time India is playing a home Test without its 'legendary trio'. 4.India A set a new record for its highest List-A total at home against Australia A. What was this record-breaking score? a) 385/5 b) 413/6 c) 399/7 d) 401/4 Ans: b) 413/6 5.Which two players scored centuries for India A in their record-breaking innings against Australia A? a) Prabhsimran Singh and Riyan Parag b) Ayush Badoni and Shreyas Iyer c) Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer d) Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh Ans: c) Priyansh Arya and Shreyas Iyer 6.In which city did India A achieve its highest List-A total at home against Australia A? a) Ahmedabad b) Delhi c) Kanpur d) Indore Ans: c) Kanpur 7.Who is the current Chairman of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) who stated that the Indian team is welcome to collect the Asia Cup trophy? a) Jay Shah b) Sourav Ganguly c) Mohsin Naqvi d) Greg Barclay Ans: c) Mohsin Naqvi 8.Where is the ACC office located, from where the Indian team is invited to collect the Asia Cup trophy? a) Mumbai b) Colombo c) Dubai d) Karachi Ans: c) Dubai 9.Which Indian cricketer captained the side that defeated Pakistan in the Asia Cup 2025 final, leading to the trophy controversy? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 10.In the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025, which team secured an 89-run victory over New Zealand in Indore on October 2nd? a) India b) England c) Australia d) South Africa Ans: c) Australia 11.What unique policy has the Indian women's team reportedly adopted regarding their matches against Pakistan in the ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) A 'no-huddle' policy b) A 'no handshake policy' c) A 'silent protest' policy d) A 'social media ban' policy Ans: b) A 'no handshake policy' 12.Who was crowned the winner of the 62nd National Chess Championship held in Guntur, Andhra Pradesh? a) Viswanathan Anand b) D. Gukesh c) R. Praggnanandhaa d) P. Iniyan Ans: d) P. Iniyan 13.From which Indian state does Grandmaster P. Iniyan, the winner of the 62nd National Chess Championship, hail? a) Andhra Pradesh b) Karnataka c) Tamil Nadu d) Kerala Ans: c) Tamil Nadu

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1.Which Indian entities were primarily responsible for developing the core, providing the Radio Access Network (RAN), and integrating India's first indigenous 4G network, respectively? a) Tejas Networks, C-DOT, TCS b) C-DOT, Tejas Ne...

1.Which Indian entities were primarily responsible for developing the core, providing the Radio Access Network (RAN), and integrating India's first indigenous 4G network, respectively? a) Tejas Networks, C-DOT, TCS b) C-DOT, Tejas Networks, TCS c) TCS, C-DOT, Tejas Networks d) C-DOT, TCS, Tejas Networks Ans: b) C-DOT, Tejas Networks, TCS 2.The launch of India's first fully indigenous 4G network is a significant step towards achieving which national vision? a) Digital India b) Make in India c) Aatmanirbhar Bharat d) Skill India Ans: c) Aatmanirbhar Bharat 3.By what year does India aim to lead in next-generation telecom, supported by initiatives like the Bharat 6G Alliance and 5G/6G labs? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030 4.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a complementary government initiative propelling research and innovation in India's telecom sector? a) Bharat 6G Alliance b) 100 5G/6G labs c) Telecom Technology Development Fund d) National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) Ans: d) National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) 5.What is a key characteristic of India's indigenous 4G stack that enables rapid upgrades, scalability, and a future-ready migration path to 5G? a) Hardware-centric, proprietary design b) Software-first, cloud-native design c) Satellite-based, low-latency architecture d) Vendor-locked, legacy system integration Ans: b) Software-first, cloud-native design 6.Approximately how many 'Swadeshi' 4G towers were deployed as part of India's first fully indigenous 4G network rollout? a) 49,000 b) 68,000 c) 98,000 d) 120,000 Ans: c) 98,000 7.The innovative siphon-powered thermal desalination system, designed to convert seawater into clean drinking water, was developed by researchers at which Indian institution? a) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT-B) b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) c) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) d) Central Salt and Marine Chemicals Research Institute (CSMCRI) Ans: b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) 8.What is the primary mechanism powering the new desalination system developed by IISc, as described in the text? a) Reverse Osmosis b) Multi-stage Flash Distillation c) Siphon-powered thermal process d) Electrodialysis Ans: c) Siphon-powered thermal process 9.Scientists at which Indian research institute developed a novel dual-trap optical tweezers system for precise manipulation of single biomolecules? a) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) b) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) d) Agharkar Research Institute (ARI) Ans: c) Raman Research Institute (RRI) 10.In which fields is the advanced dual-trap optical tweezers system developed by RRI expected to accelerate discoveries? a) Only astrophysics and cosmology b) Neuroscience, drug development, biology, medicine, and nanoscience c) Geosciences and environmental studies d) Material science and chemical engineering Ans: b) Neuroscience, drug development, biology, medicine, and nanoscience 11.Which Indian space observatory, India's first multi-wavelength astronomy observatory, recently completed a decade in orbit? a) Chandrayaan-2 b) Mangalyaan (Mars Orbiter Mission) c) AstroSat d) RISAT-2BR1 Ans: c) AstroSat 12.AstroSat, launched by ISRO, is primarily designed for what kind of scientific observation? a) Earth observation and mapping b) Planetary exploration c) Multi-wavelength astronomy d) Satellite communication Ans: c) Multi-wavelength astronomy 13.On what date was India's indigenous 4G network officially unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) August 15, 2025 b) September 27, 2025 c) October 2, 2025 d) January 26, 2026 Ans: b) September 27, 2025

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1.What was the repo rate maintained by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee in its meeting on October 1, 2025? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 2.For FY26, what was India's GDP growth forecast revised upwards to...

1.What was the repo rate maintained by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee in its meeting on October 1, 2025? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 2.For FY26, what was India's GDP growth forecast revised upwards to by the RBI? a) 6.5% b) 6.8% c) 7.0% d) 7.2% Ans: b) 6.8% 3.The RBI lowered its CPI inflation forecast for FY26 to 2.6%. What were the primary reasons cited for this moderation? a) Higher interest rates and reduced government spending b) Increased imports and stable crude oil prices c) Lower food prices and rationalized Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates d) Stronger Rupee and decreased global demand Ans: c) Lower food prices and rationalized Goods and Services Tax (GST) rates 4.As part of its reforms, the RBI significantly raised the limit on loans against shares and listed debt securities for individuals from ₹20 lakh to what amount? a) ₹50 lakh b) ₹75 lakh c) ₹1 crore d) ₹2 crore Ans: c) ₹1 crore 5.What is the name of the free trade agreement that came into force between India and the four-nation EFTA bloc on October 1, 2025? a) India-EFTA Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) b) India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) c) India-EFTA Investment Promotion Agreement (IPA) d) India-EFTA Free Trade and Investment Agreement (FTIA) Ans: b) India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) 6.Under the India-EFTA agreement, what is EFTA's commitment for investment in India over the next 15 years? a) USD 50 billion b) USD 75 billion c) USD 100 billion d) USD 150 billion Ans: c) USD 100 billion 7.Which Swiss healthcare major pledged a substantial investment of 1.5 billion Swiss Francs in India over the next five years, focusing on R&D, following the EFTA agreement? a) Novartis b) Roche Pharma c) Sanofi d) Bayer Ans: b) Roche Pharma 8.What was India's Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in Q1:2025-26, which marked a five-quarter high? a) 6.8% b) 7.2% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 9.Net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows reached a 38-month high in July 2025. Which of the following countries was NOT mentioned as a major contributor to these inflows? a) Singapore b) Japan c) Netherlands d) UAE Ans: b) Japan 10.For the 2026-27 marketing season, the Cabinet approved a hike in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) for all Rabi crops. Which crop saw the sharpest increase? a) Wheat b) Barley c) Mustard d) Safflower Ans: d) Safflower 11.What is the outlay and target year for the mission sanctioned by the Cabinet to boost pulses production in India? a) ₹10,000 crore over 5 years, targeting self-sufficiency by 2029-30 b) ₹11,000 crore over 6 years, targeting self-sufficiency by 2030-31 c) ₹12,000 crore over 7 years, targeting self-sufficiency by 2031-32 d) ₹9,000 crore over 5 years, targeting self-sufficiency by 2028-29 Ans: b) ₹11,000 crore over 6 years, targeting self-sufficiency by 2030-31 12.On which date were Indian equity markets closed in observance of Dussehra and Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti? a) October 1, 2025 b) October 2, 2025 c) October 3, 2025 d) September 30, 2025 Ans: b) October 2, 2025

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1.On what date did the United States federal government shutdown commence? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) December 1, 2025 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 2.What was the primary reason cited for the U...

1.On what date did the United States federal government shutdown commence? a) September 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) November 1, 2025 d) December 1, 2025 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 2.What was the primary reason cited for the United States federal government shutdown on October 1, 2025? a) Presidential executive order b) Failure by Congress to pass appropriation legislation c) A national emergency declaration d) Supreme Court ruling Ans: b) Failure by Congress to pass appropriation legislation 3.Which prominent environmentalist was reportedly aboard an aid flotilla intercepted by Israeli naval forces near Gaza? a) David Attenborough b) Greta Thunberg c) Vandana Shiva d) Leonardo DiCaprio Ans: b) Greta Thunberg 4.What specific order did Israel issue to residents of Gaza City amidst intensifying conflict? a) To seek shelter in designated bunkers b) To evacuate to southern Gaza c) To prepare for a ground invasion d) To evacuate Gaza City, stating it was their "last opportunity" Ans: d) To evacuate Gaza City, stating it was their "last opportunity" 5.Which European country announced the arrest of three individuals suspected of being Hamas operatives planning attacks on Jewish institutions? a) France b) United Kingdom c) Germany d) Italy Ans: c) Germany 6.According to reports, how many fatalities were recorded from ongoing Israeli strikes in Gaza? a) At least 50 b) At least 63 c) At least 73 d) At least 83 Ans: c) At least 73 7.A powerful earthquake resulting in dozens of deaths recently struck which Southeast Asian country? a) Indonesia b) Vietnam c) Philippines d) Laos Ans: c) Philippines 8.In which Southeast Asian country did a school collapse occur, leaving many missing amidst ongoing rescue operations? a) Philippines b) Indonesia c) Vietnam d) Thailand Ans: b) Indonesia 9.Typhoon Bualoi caused significant damage and at least 26 deaths primarily in which country, also impacting a neighboring nation? a) Laos b) Cambodia c) Vietnam d) Myanmar Ans: c) Vietnam 10.What significant action did the United Nations take regarding the escalating gang violence in Haiti? a) Imposed economic sanctions b) Authorized a larger force c) Called for a ceasefire d) Initiated diplomatic negotiations Ans: b) Authorized a larger force 11.Who was Dame Jane Goodall, the celebrated individual who recently passed away at the age of 91? a) A renowned astrophysicist b) A celebrated primatologist and conservationist c) A pioneering astronaut d) A Nobel laureate economist Ans: b) A celebrated primatologist and conservationist 12.At what age did Dame Jane Goodall, the celebrated primatologist, pass away? a) 85 b) 88 c) 91 d) 94 Ans: c) 91

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October 02, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When did the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA bloc officially come into force? a) March 10, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) October 2, 2025 d) July 1, 2025 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 2.Whi...

1.When did the Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) between India and the EFTA bloc officially come into force? a) March 10, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) October 2, 2025 d) July 1, 2025 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 2.Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) bloc mentioned in the trade pact with India? a) Iceland b) Norway c) Sweden d) Switzerland Ans: c) Sweden 3.What is the total investment commitment made by the EFTA bloc in India over the next 15 years as part of the TEPA? a) USD 50 billion b) USD 75 billion c) USD 100 billion d) USD 150 billion Ans: c) USD 100 billion 4.India will phase out customs duties on which high-quality Swiss products over 10 years as per the TEPA? a) Pharmaceuticals and textiles b) Watches and chocolates c) Automobiles and electronics d) Dairy products and processed foods Ans: b) Watches and chocolates 5.On October 1, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative coin to mark the centenary celebrations of which organization? a) Indian National Congress b) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) c) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) d) National Cadet Corps (NCC) Ans: b) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) 6.What unique feature did the commemorative ₹100 coin, released for the RSS centenary, introduce to Indian currency? a) First depiction of a national leader other than Gandhi b) First depiction of a historical monument c) First depiction of 'Bharat Mata' d) First depiction of a religious symbol Ans: c) First depiction of 'Bharat Mata' 7.What was the denomination of the commemorative coin released by PM Modi for the RSS centenary? a) ₹50 b) ₹75 c) ₹100 d) ₹150 Ans: c) ₹100 8.The Union Cabinet approved a 3% increase in Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) for central government employees and pensioners, effective from which date? a) January 1, 2025 b) April 1, 2025 c) July 1, 2025 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: c) July 1, 2025 9.After the recent 3% hike, what is the new Dearness Allowance (DA) and Dearness Relief (DR) rate for central government employees and pensioners? a) 55% b) 56% c) 58% d) 60% Ans: c) 58% 10.What is the estimated combined annual financial impact on the exchequer due to the 3% DA/DR hike for central government employees and pensioners? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹7,500 crore c) ₹10,083.96 crore d) ₹12,500 crore Ans: c) ₹10,083.96 crore 11.Who inaugurated the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Digital University (NDU) Platform in New Delhi? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw d) Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Ans: c) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 12.The NIELIT Digital University (NDU) Platform aims to offer industry-focused programs in niche technologies. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a focus area? a) Artificial Intelligence (AI) b) Cybersecurity c) Data Science d) Biotechnology Ans: d) Biotechnology 13.According to the NCRB 2023 report, what percentage of all suicides in India were accounted for by the farming sector in 2023? a) 4.5% b) 6.3% c) 8.1% d) 10.2% Ans: b) 6.3% 14.Which state reported the highest share of farmer suicides in 2023, as per the NCRB report? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Punjab c) Maharashtra d) Karnataka Ans: c) Maharashtra 15.How many individuals involved in the farming sector (farmers/cultivators and agricultural laborers combined) died by suicide in 2023, according to the NCRB report? a) 4,690 b) 6,096 c) 10,786 d) 15,472 Ans: c) 10,786 16.On October 2, 2025, India observed Mahatma Gandhi's 156th birth anniversary. What is this day globally recognized as? a) International Day of Peace b) International Day of Non-Violence c) World Environment Day d) Human Rights Day Ans: b) International Day of Non-Violence 17.Which two significant national events coincided on October 2, 2025, as mentioned in the current affairs? a) Republic Day and Basant Panchami b) Independence Day and Diwali c) Gandhi Jayanti and Vijayadashami d) Christmas and New Year Ans: c) Gandhi Jayanti and Vijayadashami 18.On October 2, 2025, what was the status of stock markets in India? a) Open for half day b) Closed due to public holiday c) Open as usual d) Operating with reduced hours Ans: b) Closed due to public holiday

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October 01, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the extended validity period for the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme, as notified by the DGFT? a) September 30, 2025 b) December 31, 2025 c) March 31, 2026 d) June 30, 2026 Ans: c) March 3...

1.What is the extended validity period for the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme, as notified by the DGFT? a) September 30, 2025 b) December 31, 2025 c) March 31, 2026 d) June 30, 2026 Ans: c) March 31, 2026 2.Effective October 1, 2025, which document has been replaced by a mandatory digital e-Arrival Card for all foreign travelers entering India? a) Visa application form b) Customs declaration form c) Paper-based disembarkation forms d) Health declaration form Ans: c) Paper-based disembarkation forms 3.For the October-December 2025 quarter, what is the interest rate for the Public Provident Fund (PPF) scheme? a) 7.7% b) 7.1% c) 8.2% d) 7.5% Ans: b) 7.1% 4.Which new system for cheque clearing is the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) transitioning to, starting in phases from October 4, 2025? a) Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) b) Immediate Payment Service (IMPS) c) Continuous cheque clearing system d) National Electronic Funds Transfer (NEFT) Ans: c) Continuous cheque clearing system 5.The new Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act, effective October 1, 2025, specifically bans which type of online activities? a) E-sports and skill-based games b) Real-money betting and gambling applications c) Online board games d) Educational gaming platforms Ans: b) Real-money betting and gambling applications 6.What specific feature has the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) discontinued for UPI transactions to enhance security and mitigate fraud risks? a) QR code scanning b) P2P "collect request" (pull transaction) c) UPI Lite payments d) Bill payments via UPI Ans: b) P2P "collect request" (pull transaction) 7.How many consecutive quarters have the interest rates for most small savings schemes remained unchanged, including the October-December 2025 quarter? a) Third b) Fourth c) Fifth d) Sixth Ans: d) Sixth 8.What new flexibility has been granted to non-government subscribers of the National Pension System (NPS) from October 1, 2025? a) Unlimited withdrawals from their corpus b) Ability to invest up to 100% in equity c) A guaranteed minimum pension d) Automatic conversion to a fixed deposit on retirement Ans: b) Ability to invest up to 100% in equity 9.Foreign travelers are required to submit their digital e-Arrival Card information online within how many days prior to their arrival in India? a) 10 days b) 7 days c) 5 days d) 3 days Ans: c) 5 days 10.Which type of banks are now permitted to provide working capital loans to jewellers, according to modified rules from October 1, 2025? a) Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) b) Payment Banks c) Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) d) Small Finance Banks (SFBs) Ans: c) Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) 11.What is mandated for bank locker customers from October 1, 2025, in accordance with new RBI guidelines? a) Linking their locker to their biometric data b) Increasing the insurance coverage for their locker contents c) Renewing or updating their bank locker agreements d) Providing a second nominee for their locker Ans: c) Renewing or updating their bank locker agreements 12.By March 31, 2025, what was the approximate total disbursement under the RoDTEP scheme? a) Rs. 35,000 crore b) Rs. 47,000 crore c) Rs. 58,000 crore d) Rs. 65,000 crore Ans: c) Rs. 58,000 crore 13.Which flagship skill development framework is integrating agriculture for farmer training, as mentioned in the context of skill development for farmers? a) National Skill Development Mission b) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY 4.0) c) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) d) Skill India Mission Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY 4.0) 14.What is the primary objective of the government's decision to keep small savings scheme interest rates unchanged for the October-December 2025 quarter? a) To align with commercial bank lending rates b) To protect savers' earnings amidst reduced FD rates c) To encourage investment in the stock market d) To reduce the government's interest burden Ans: b) To protect savers' earnings amidst reduced FD rates 15.As of the September 30 deadline, approximately how many government employees had switched to the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) out of 23 lakh eligible employees? a) 50,000 b) 1 lakh c) 5 lakh d) 10 lakh Ans: b) 1 lakh

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October 01, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which country did the Indian women's cricket team defeat in their opening match of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) Pakistan b) Bangladesh c) Sri Lanka d) Australia Ans: c) Sri Lanka 2.The opening match of the Women's OD...

1.Which country did the Indian women's cricket team defeat in their opening match of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) Pakistan b) Bangladesh c) Sri Lanka d) Australia Ans: c) Sri Lanka 2.The opening match of the Women's ODI World Cup 2025 for India was played at which venue? a) Eden Gardens, Kolkata b) Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati c) Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai d) M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru Ans: b) Barsapara Stadium, Guwahati 3.Which two Indian players formed a crucial century-run partnership to rescue India from an early collapse in their Women's ODI World Cup 2025 opening match? a) Sneh Rana and Harmanpreet Kaur b) Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur c) Smriti Mandhana and Jemimah Rodrigues d) Shafali Verma and Richa Ghosh Ans: b) Deepti Sharma and Amanjot Kaur 4.Who scored an unbeaten 58 runs and later claimed three wickets for India in their Women's ODI World Cup 2025 opening victory? a) Amanjot Kaur b) Sneh Rana c) Deepti Sharma d) Chamari Athapaththu Ans: c) Deepti Sharma 5.By what margin (DLS method) did India win their opening match against Sri Lanka in the Women's ODI World Cup 2025? a) 30 runs b) 45 runs c) 59 runs d) 72 runs Ans: c) 59 runs 6.At the World Para Athletics Championships, Sandip Sanjay Sargar clinched a gold medal in which event? a) Men's Discus Throw F56 b) Men's Shot Put F44 c) Men's Javelin Throw F44 d) Men's Long Jump F44 Ans: c) Men's Javelin Throw F44 7.Who secured the silver medal in the Men's Javelin Throw F44 event at the World Para Athletics Championships, finishing just behind gold medalist Sandip Sanjay Sargar? a) Yogesh Kathuniya b) Rinku Hooda c) Sandeep Chaudhary d) Himanshu Ans: c) Sandeep Chaudhary 8.Yogesh Kathuniya won a silver medal for India in which event at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) Men's Javelin Throw F44 b) Men's Discus Throw F56 c) Men's Shot Put F56 d) Men's Club Throw F51 Ans: b) Men's Discus Throw F56 9.Which Indian Javelin star, apart from Sandip Sanjay Sargar, also contributed to India's gold medal count at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) Sandeep Chaudhary b) Yogesh Kathuniya c) Rinku Hooda d) Devendra Jhajharia Ans: c) Rinku Hooda 10.What was India's medal tally at the World Para Athletics Championships, as mentioned after the events on September 30? a) Six b) Seven c) Eight d) Nine Ans: c) Eight 11.India secured a gold medal in which shooting event at the ISSF Junior World Cup? a) 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team b) 25m Rapid Fire Pistol Men c) 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team d) 50m Rifle 3 Positions Women Ans: c) 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team 12.The gold medal in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team event at the ISSF Junior World Cup was won by which Indian pair? a) Shambhavi Kshirsagar and Naraen Pranav b) Isha Anil Taksale and Himanshu c) Manu Bhaker and Saurabh Chaudhary d) Elavenil Valarivan and Divyansh Singh Panwar Ans: b) Isha Anil Taksale and Himanshu

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October 01, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.India recently conducted a successful rail-based launch of which missile, significantly enhancing its mobility and operational readiness? a) BrahMos b) Prithvi c) Agni Prime d) Akash Ans: c) Agni Prime 2.The Agni Prime mis...

1.India recently conducted a successful rail-based launch of which missile, significantly enhancing its mobility and operational readiness? a) BrahMos b) Prithvi c) Agni Prime d) Akash Ans: c) Agni Prime 2.The Agni Prime missile, also known as Agni-P, is the sixth missile in the Agni series. What is its stated range? a) Up to 500 km b) Up to 1,000 km c) Up to 2,000 km d) Up to 3,500 km Ans: c) Up to 2,000 km 3.Which organization is responsible for the development of the Agni Prime missile? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) c) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) d) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) Ans: c) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 4.The successful rail-based launch of Agni Prime places India among a select group of nations with this capability. Which of the following countries are also mentioned as having rail-based ballistic missile capabilities? a) Japan, Germany, France b) USA, China, Russia c) UK, Israel, South Korea d) Canada, Australia, Brazil Ans: b) USA, China, Russia 5.What historic achievement did India recently make regarding deep-sea mineral exploration contracts from the International Seabed Authority (ISA)? a) First country to discover a new deep-sea mineral b) First country globally to hold two deep-sea mineral exploration contracts c) Secured the largest deep-sea exploration area globally d) Developed the technology for autonomous deep-sea mining Ans: b) First country globally to hold two deep-sea mineral exploration contracts 6.The new deep-sea mineral exploration contract secured by India is for polymetallic sulphide (PMS) exploration in which specific region? a) Pacific Ocean's Clarion-Clipperton Zone b) Atlantic Ocean's Mid-Atlantic Ridge c) Indian Ocean's Carlsberg Ridge d) Southern Ocean's Kerguelen Plateau Ans: c) Indian Ocean's Carlsberg Ridge 7.Which Indian organization is slated to commence exploration under the new deep-sea mineral contract in 2026? a) Geological Survey of India (GSI) b) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) c) National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Goa d) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) Ans: c) National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR), Goa 8.Polymetallic Sulphides (PMS) are rich seabed deposits. Which of the following crucial metals are explicitly mentioned as being present in PMS? a) Aluminium, Iron, Titanium b) Copper, Zinc, Lead, Gold, Silver c) Uranium, Thorium, Plutonium d) Lithium, Cobalt, Nickel Ans: b) Copper, Zinc, Lead, Gold, Silver 9.Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) recently developed silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells with a record 30% power conversion efficiency (PCE)? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Delhi c) IIT Madras d) IIT Roorkee Ans: d) IIT Roorkee 10.The development of 30% PCE solar cells by IIT Roorkee is crucial for India's goal of achieving how much renewable energy by 2030? a) 100 GW b) 250 GW c) 500 GW d) 1000 GW Ans: c) 500 GW 11.Who led the research team at IIT Roorkee that achieved the breakthrough in high-efficiency solar cells? a) Dr. R. Chidambaram b) Prof. Soumitra Satapathi c) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam d) Prof. C.N.R. Rao Ans: b) Prof. Soumitra Satapathi 12.According to Union Minister Jitendra Singh, what is the projected value of India's pharma exports for this year, exceeding its current value of nearly 27 billion dollars? a) Exceed 20 billion dollars b) Exceed 30 billion dollars c) Exceed 40 billion dollars d) Exceed 50 billion dollars Ans: b) Exceed 30 billion dollars 13.India is often referred to as the 'Pharmacy of the World'. To how many countries does India supply vaccines? a) Over 50 countries b) Over 100 countries c) Over 150 countries d) Over 200 countries Ans: d) Over 200 countries 14.The number of biotech startups in India has shown rapid expansion. From approximately 50 startups in 2014, how many are there currently? a) More than 1,000 b) More than 5,000 c) More than 11,000 d) More than 20,000 Ans: c) More than 11,000 15.A new SODAR system facility was inaugurated at the India Meteorological Department (IMD). What does SODAR stand for? a) Solar Observation and Data Acquisition Radar b) Sound Detection and Ranging c) Satellite Orbiting Data Analysis Recorder d) Seismic Oceanographic Depth Analysis Reactor Ans: b) Sound Detection and Ranging 16.Which organization designed and developed the SODAR system inaugurated at IMD? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (CSIR–AMPRI), Bhopal c) National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Ans: b) Council of Scientific & Industrial Research – Advanced Materials and Processes Research Institute (CSIR–AMPRI), Bhopal 17.What is the primary purpose of the new SODAR system inaugurated at IMD? a) To monitor seismic activity b) To track deep-sea currents c) To enhance meteorological forecasting, validation, and research d) To detect airborne pathogens Ans: c) To enhance meteorological forecasting, validation, and research

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1.What is the most common expectation among analysts regarding the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting? a) A significant repo rate hike b) A surprise repo rate cut c) Keeping the repo rate u...

1.What is the most common expectation among analysts regarding the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting? a) A significant repo rate hike b) A surprise repo rate cut c) Keeping the repo rate unchanged d) Introduction of new liquidity tools Ans: c) Keeping the repo rate unchanged 2.Which of the following is the operating target for monetary policy confirmed by the RBI? a) The Consumer Price Index (CPI) b) The Overnight Weighted Average Call Rate c) The Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR) d) The Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) Ans: b) The Overnight Weighted Average Call Rate 3.From what date are new regulations concerning interest on advances, gold metal loans, and cheque clearing set to take effect? a) October 1, 2024 b) January 1, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) April 1, 2026 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 4.What percentage of the budgeted target for FY26 did India's fiscal deficit reach during the April-August period? a) 15.2% b) 28.5% c) 38.1% d) 45.0% Ans: c) 38.1% 5.According to the Asian Development Bank (ADB), what is India's projected growth rate for both FY26 and FY27? a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 6.What growth rate does Morgan Stanley suggest India needs to achieve to effectively address the existing job-skill mismatch? a) 8% b) 10% c) 12% d) 15% Ans: c) 12% 7.The government has extended the Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) scheme for how long? a) Three months b) Six months c) Nine months d) One year Ans: b) Six months 8.Which of the following products is NOT mentioned as being subject to India's anti-dumping investigations against Chinese imports? a) PET films b) Kitchen glassware c) Nylon d) Steel pipes Ans: d) Steel pipes 9.What trend has been observed with Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) in Indian equities recently? a) Increased investment for the past three months b) Withdrawal for the third consecutive month c) Stable investment with no significant change d) Shifting investment from equities to debt Ans: b) Withdrawal for the third consecutive month 10.What is the estimated size of LG Electronics India's upcoming IPO? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹8,500 crore c) ₹11,500 crore d) ₹15,512 crore Ans: c) ₹11,500 crore 11.Which company's increased investment commitment at its Talegaon plant to ₹11,000 crore was partly spurred by the GST rate rejig? a) Maruti Suzuki b) Tata Motors c) Hyundai d) Mahindra & Mahindra Ans: c) Hyundai 12.Which of the following banks is NOT mentioned as having recently reduced its Marginal Cost of Funds based Lending Rate (MCLR)? a) State Bank of India (SBI) b) Bank of Baroda c) Punjab National Bank (PNB) d) Indian Overseas Bank Ans: c) Punjab National Bank (PNB) 13.For the October-December quarter, what is the expectation regarding interest rates for small savings schemes like PPF, SCSS, and NSC? a) Significant hike b) Moderate cut c) Expected to remain unchanged d) To be decided next quarter Ans: c) Expected to remain unchanged 14.What is the primary reason cited for Hyundai's increased investment commitment at its Talegaon plant? a) Increased export demand b) Government subsidies c) GST rate rejig d) New product launches Ans: c) GST rate rejig 15.The positive impact of recent GST rate cuts has been observed in which sector, particularly during the festival season? a) Manufacturing b) Real estate c) E-commerce sales d) Agricultural exports Ans: c) E-commerce sales

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October 01, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Who announced the 20-point 'peace plan' for the Gaza Strip, as mentioned in the text? a) Benjamin Netanyahu b) Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani c) Donald Trump d) UN Chief Ans: c) Donald Trump 2.What is a key propo...

1.Who announced the 20-point 'peace plan' for the Gaza Strip, as mentioned in the text? a) Benjamin Netanyahu b) Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani c) Donald Trump d) UN Chief Ans: c) Donald Trump 2.What is a key proposed feature of the postwar Gaza authority under the US 'peace plan'? a) To be solely controlled by the Palestinian Authority. b) To be secured by an international security force. c) To merge with the West Bank under Israeli control. d) To be governed by Hamas. Ans: b) To be secured by an international security force. 3.Which country reportedly resumed its mediation efforts in the Gaza conflict after a call involving its Prime Minister, Israeli PM Netanyahu, and US President Trump? a) Egypt b) Jordan c) Qatar d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) Qatar 4.For what specific event did Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu reportedly express regret during a diplomatic call mentioned in the text? a) The ongoing military assaults in Gaza. b) An earlier Israeli airstrike in Doha. c) The proposal to split Gaza from the Palestinian Authority. d) The lack of humanitarian aid reaching Gaza. Ans: b) An earlier Israeli airstrike in Doha. 5.What was the primary reason for the potential US government shutdown mentioned in the article? a) Disagreement over foreign policy. b) Failure to reach an agreement on a spending bill. c) A dispute over judicial appointments. d) Lack of support for the President's peace plan. Ans: b) Failure to reach an agreement on a spending bill. 6.Which US official indicated that a government shutdown was likely due to the inability of Democrats and the administration to concur on a deal? a) President Trump b) Vice President JD Vance c) Secretary of State d) Speaker of the House Ans: b) Vice President JD Vance 7.What is the name of the new visa category introduced by China to attract young global STEM graduates? a) STEM-X Visa b) K visa c) Talent-Plus Visa d) Dragon Visa Ans: b) K visa 8.When is China's new 'K visa' category for global STEM graduates scheduled to become effective? a) October 1, 2024 b) January 1, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 9.A notable feature of China's 'K visa' for STEM graduates is that it offers work authorization without requiring what? a) Fluency in Mandarin. b) A security clearance. c) A prior job offer. d) An advanced degree. Ans: c) A prior job offer. 10.China's 'K visa' initiative is seen as a strategic response to which specific US policy mentioned in the text? a) Stricter F-1 student visa policies. b) Increased tariffs on Chinese goods. c) Stricter H-1B visa policies. d) Restrictions on technology exports to China. Ans: c) Stricter H-1B visa policies. 11.What significant political event recently occurred in Madagascar, leading to political turmoil? a) A change in the electoral system. b) The President dissolved the entire government. c) A military coup. d) A border dispute with a neighboring country. Ans: b) The President dissolved the entire government. 12.What specific warning did the UN Chief issue regarding international security? a) The rise of cyber warfare. b) The return of nuclear testing threats. c) The increasing threat of global pandemics. d) The instability of global financial markets. Ans: b) The return of nuclear testing threats. 13.The UN Chief's warning about nuclear testing threats comes approximately how many years after the last US nuclear test explosion mentioned in the text? a) Ten years b) Twenty years c) Thirty years d) Forty years Ans: c) Thirty years

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1.When did the series of pivotal regulatory changes across India, influencing banking, pension schemes, railway services, and the digital landscape, begin to come into effect? a) October 1, 2024 b) January 3, 2026 c) October 1, 2025 ...

1.When did the series of pivotal regulatory changes across India, influencing banking, pension schemes, railway services, and the digital landscape, begin to come into effect? a) October 1, 2024 b) January 3, 2026 c) October 1, 2025 d) September 30, 2025 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 2.What is the primary change introduced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regarding cheque clearing, starting October 4, 2025? a) Transition from continuous to batch clearing b) Transition from batch to continuous clearing with settlement on realisation c) Introduction of mandatory electronic cheque submission d) Abolition of physical cheques altogether Ans: b) Transition from batch to continuous clearing with settlement on realisation 3.By what date is the RBI's cheque clearing reform expected to be fully concluded? a) October 4, 2025 b) January 3, 2026 c) October 1, 2025 d) September 30, 2025 Ans: b) January 3, 2026 4.What enhanced flexibility has been provided to non-government NPS subscribers from October 1, 2025? a) They can withdraw 100% of their funds at any time. b) They are permitted to invest up to 100% of their funds in equities under a single NPS plan. c) They are restricted to investing only in government bonds. d) They must use separate PRANs for each scheme they invest in. Ans: b) They are permitted to invest up to 100% of their funds in equities under a single NPS plan. 5.What was the deadline for eligible Central Government employees to switch from UPS to NPS? a) October 1, 2025 b) January 3, 2026 c) June 30, 2025 d) September 30, 2025 Ans: d) September 30, 2025 6.For which customers do the new eligibility standards for retaining HDFC Bank's Imperia programme status apply from October 1, 2025? a) All new customers joining after October 1, 2025 b) Customers who joined on or before June 30, 2025 c) Customers who joined between July 1, 2025, and September 30, 2025 d) Only those who maintain a balance above a certain threshold Ans: b) Customers who joined on or before June 30, 2025 7.Which of the following services saw updated charges by Punjab National Bank (PNB) effective October 1, 2025? a) Online fund transfers via NEFT/RTGS b) Debit card annual maintenance fees c) Locker services, standing instruction failures, and stop payment instructions d) ATM cash withdrawal limits Ans: c) Locker services, standing instruction failures, and stop payment instructions 8.By what date are customers required to renew or update their bank locker agreements in accordance with new RBI guidelines? a) June 30, 2025 b) September 30, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) January 3, 2026 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 9.The new IRCTC online reservation guidelines for general tickets apply specifically to which type of users? a) Senior citizens booking concessional tickets b) All users booking via the IRCTC website or app c) Aadhaar-authenticated users d) Users booking Tatkal tickets only Ans: c) Aadhaar-authenticated users 10.What is banned under India's new Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act? a) E-sports competitions b) Skill-based games with no monetary reward c) Real-money betting and gambling applications d) Educational gaming platforms Ans: c) Real-money betting and gambling applications 11.What types of games are permitted under India's new Promotion & Regulation of Online Gaming Act? a) All forms of online gambling b) Only e-sports and skill-based games c) Card games with cash prizes d) Online casino games Ans: b) Only e-sports and skill-based games 12.What is a primary aim of the new Online Gaming Regulation in India? a) To promote international online gaming companies b) To increase government revenue from gambling taxes c) To protect youth from gambling addiction and foster safer online engagement d) To encourage the development of new betting applications Ans: c) To protect youth from gambling addiction and foster safer online engagement 13.Which specific UPI feature has the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) discontinued to strengthen security and reduce fraud risks? a) Person-to-Merchant (P2M) payments b) Scan and Pay feature c) Person-to-Person (P2P) "collect request" (pull transaction) d) UPI Lite feature Ans: c) Person-to-Person (P2P) "collect request" (pull transaction) 14.What is the main reason cited for the discontinuation of the P2P "collect request" feature in UPI? a) To simplify the UPI user interface b) To reduce the operational costs for banks c) To strengthen UPI security and reduce fraud risks d) To encourage the use of debit and credit cards Ans: c) To strengthen UPI security and reduce fraud risks

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1.Which two new rail lines have been approved under the India-Bhutan rail connectivity initiative? a) Guwahati-Thimphu and Siliguri-Phuentsholing b) Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse c) Alipurduar-Paro and Bongaigaon-Wangdue Phod...

1.Which two new rail lines have been approved under the India-Bhutan rail connectivity initiative? a) Guwahati-Thimphu and Siliguri-Phuentsholing b) Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse c) Alipurduar-Paro and Bongaigaon-Wangdue Phodrang d) Hashimara-Samdrup Jongkhar and Cooch Behar-Trongsa Ans: b) Kokrajhar-Gelephu and Banarhat-Samtse 2.The Kokrajhar-Gelephu rail line, a part of the India-Bhutan rail connectivity initiative, will connect which Indian state(s) with Bhutan's Sarpang region? a) West Bengal b) Assam c) Bihar and West Bengal d) Sikkim and Assam Ans: b) Assam 3.What is the approximate investment approved for the Kokrajhar-Gelephu new rail line project? a) ₹577 crore b) ₹10,000 crore c) ₹3,456 crore d) ₹2,000 crore Ans: c) ₹3,456 crore 4.How much has India committed towards Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan (2024-2029)? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹7,500 crore c) ₹10,000 crore d) ₹12,000 crore Ans: c) ₹10,000 crore 5.What is the primary objective of the PM E-DRIVE scheme? a) To promote electric vehicle manufacturing in India b) To deploy approximately 72,300 public EV charging stations nationwide c) To provide subsidies for purchasing electric vehicles d) To establish battery swapping stations across major cities Ans: b) To deploy approximately 72,300 public EV charging stations nationwide 6.Under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, which premises are eligible for a 100% subsidy on both upstream infrastructure and EV charging equipment? a) Private commercial establishments b) Public transportation hubs c) Government premises (offices, residential complexes, hospitals, and educational institutions) d) All registered EV charging service providers Ans: c) Government premises (offices, residential complexes, hospitals, and educational institutions) 7.According to the Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary, what is one of the main aims of the recent GST reforms? a) To increase the overall tax revenue for the government b) To simplify the GST registration process for small businesses c) To lower the average tax burden and increase disposable income d) To introduce new categories of goods and services under GST Ans: c) To lower the average tax burden and increase disposable income 8.EY India projects India's real GDP growth for FY26 at what percentage, attributing it to GST 2.0 reforms? a) 5.8% b) 6.2% c) 6.7% d) 7.1% Ans: c) 6.7% 9.Approximately how many railway stations are being redeveloped under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme? a) Less than 500 b) Between 500 and 1000 c) Over 1,300 d) Exactly 1,500 Ans: c) Over 1,300 10.Which automatic train protection system has been introduced by Indian Railways to enhance safety standards? a) Sentinel b) Rakshak c) Kavach d) Suraksha Ans: c) Kavach 11.How many new Vande Bharat trains are planned for introduction in the next two to three years as part of Indian Railways' modernization efforts? a) 50 b) 100 c) 200 d) 300 Ans: c) 200 12.From which date will India replace physical disembarkation cards for foreign nationals with an e-Arrival Card system? a) October 1, 2024 b) January 1, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) April 1, 2026 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 13.Foreign nationals will need to submit an online application for the e-Arrival Card up to how many hours before arrival? a) 24 hours b) 48 hours c) 72 hours d) 96 hours Ans: c) 72 hours 14.What is the new approved daily working hour limit in Odisha for labor, while maintaining a 48-hour weekly cap? a) 8 hours b) 9 hours c) 10 hours d) 12 hours Ans: c) 10 hours 15.The Odisha government's scheme for developing model schools at the gram panchayat level, focusing on inclusive and quality education, is known as? a) Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan b) Godabarisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (GAV) scheme c) Naveen Vidyalaya Yojana d) Adarsh Gramin Pathshala scheme Ans: b) Godabarisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (GAV) scheme 16.In which year was the Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana launched by the Haryana Government? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: c) 2025 17.What is the monthly financial assistance provided under the Haryana Government's Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana? a) ₹1,500 b) ₹2,000 c) ₹2,100 d) ₹2,500 Ans: c) ₹2,100 18.What is the annual family income criterion for women to be eligible for the Deendayal Lado Lakshmi Yojana in Haryana? a) Below ₹50,000 b) Below ₹1 lakh c) Below ₹1.5 lakh d) Below ₹2 lakh Ans: b) Below ₹1 lakh 19.From October 1, 2025, non-government NPS subscribers will be allowed to invest what percentage of their funds in equities under a single plan? a) Up to 50% b) Up to 75% c) Up to 100% d) Up to 125% Ans: c) Up to 100% 20.What significant change in cheque handling has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced to be effective from October 4, 2025? a) Transition to digital-only cheque clearing b) Discontinuation of physical cheques c) Transition from batch clearing to continuous clearing with settlement on realization d) Introduction of a new biometric verification for cheque payments Ans: c) Transition from batch clearing to continuous clearing with settlement on realization

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1.New Delhi is hosting which prestigious international para-sport event from September 27 to October 5, 2025? a) 12th World Para Athletics Championships b) 12th International Para Olympics c) 12th Asian Para Games d) 12th Global Para...

1.New Delhi is hosting which prestigious international para-sport event from September 27 to October 5, 2025? a) 12th World Para Athletics Championships b) 12th International Para Olympics c) 12th Asian Para Games d) 12th Global Para Sports Festival Ans: a) 12th World Para Athletics Championships 2.Which stadium in New Delhi has been upgraded with a new MONDO track and accessible facilities for the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium b) Indira Gandhi Arena c) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium d) Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium Ans: c) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium 3.How many medal events are featured in the 12th World Para Athletics Championships 2025, making it one of the largest para-sport gatherings on Indian soil? a) 84 b) 100 c) 186 d) 1000 Ans: c) 186 4.India's performance in para-athletics saw a significant surge, securing how many medals, including gold, at the Kobe 2024 championships? a) 2 silver medals b) 17 medals, including six gold c) 84 medals, including six gold d) 70 medals, including two gold Ans: b) 17 medals, including six gold 5.Which Indian javelin star is mentioned as having already secured India's second gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025? a) Sumit b) Navdeep c) Rinku Hooda d) Praveen Kumar Ans: c) Rinku Hooda 6.The Asia Cup 2025 cricket final controversy involved India refusing to accept the trophy from which official? a) Shoaib Malik, former Pakistan captain b) Salman Ali Agha, Pakistan captain c) Mohsin Naqvi, PCB chief and ACC chairman d) Suryakumar Yadav, Indian captain Ans: c) Mohsin Naqvi, PCB chief and ACC chairman 7.What was the reported action of Indian captain Suryakumar Yadav after the trophy presentation controversy in the Asia Cup 2025 final? a) He accepted the trophy in a private ceremony later. b) He exchanged the trophy for a replica. c) He lifted an "imaginary trophy" as a political gesture. d) He immediately handed the trophy to BCCI officials. Ans: c) He lifted an "imaginary trophy" as a political gesture. 8.At which upcoming meeting does the BCCI plan to file a strong protest regarding Mohsin Naqvi's actions during the Asia Cup 2025 final? a) ACC's December meeting b) ICC's November meeting c) BCCI's annual general meeting d) PCB's executive meeting Ans: b) ICC's November meeting 9.Who inaugurated the 5th Hockey India Senior Women's Inter-Department National Championship in New Delhi? a) The Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports b) The Prime Minister of India c) The Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri d) The President of Hockey India Ans: c) The Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri 10.Which of the following government initiatives was NOT mentioned by Minister Hardeep Singh Puri as fostering a robust ecosystem for athletes in India? a) Khelo India b) Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) c) Make in India d) Fit India Movement Ans: c) Make in India 11.Which two prominent Indian women's hockey players were praised by Minister Hardeep Singh Puri for their contributions and for serving as role models? a) Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu b) Rani Rampal and Pritam Rani Siwach c) Mary Kom and Lovlina Borgohain d) Mithali Raj and Harmanpreet Kaur Ans: b) Rani Rampal and Pritam Rani Siwach

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1.Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has developed silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells boasting a record 30% power conversion efficiency? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) IIT Roorkee d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Roorkee ...

1.Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has developed silicon-perovskite tandem solar cells boasting a record 30% power conversion efficiency? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) IIT Roorkee d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Roorkee 2.The solar cell breakthrough by IIT Roorkee primarily aims to contribute to which of India's national goals? a) Achieving 100% electrification by 2025 b) Reducing dependence on imported solar modules and fostering 'Solar Atmanirbharta' c) Developing advanced materials for space applications d) Enhancing the efficiency of traditional coal-fired power plants Ans: b) Reducing dependence on imported solar modules and fostering 'Solar Atmanirbharta' 3.Which Indian space startup announced ambitious plans for developing fully reusable rockets at the International Astronautical Congress (IAC) 2025? a) Skyroot Aerospace b) Bellatrix Aerospace c) Agnikul Cosmos d) Dhruva Space Ans: c) Agnikul Cosmos 4.India’s first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory, AstroSat, marked a decade of operations. When was it originally launched? a) September 28, 2005 b) September 28, 2010 c) September 28, 2015 d) September 28, 2020 Ans: c) September 28, 2015 5.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a discovery or area of study for AstroSat in the provided text? a) Detecting far-ultraviolet photons from galaxies 9.3 billion light-years away b) Studying black holes and neutron stars c) Discovering new exoplanets in the habitable zone d) Offering insights into galactic mergers Ans: c) Discovering new exoplanets in the habitable zone 6.The fully indigenous 4G (5G-ready) network launched by BSNL involved collaboration between which three key entities? a) ISRO, DRDO, and Reliance Jio b) C-DOT, Tejas Networks, and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) c) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Wipro, and Ericsson d) Nokia, Samsung, and Huawei Ans: b) C-DOT, Tejas Networks, and Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) 7.The BSNL's indigenous 4G network is a significant step towards which national vision, positioning India among nations capable of deploying its own telecom stack? a) Digital India b) Make in India c) Skill India d) Aatmanirbhar Bharat Ans: d) Aatmanirbhar Bharat 8.Researchers at which Indian institute have developed a novel siphon-powered thermal desalination system that converts seawater into clean drinking water? a) IIT Bombay b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) c) IIT Delhi d) IIT Kanpur Ans: b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) 9.What is a key innovation in IISc's siphon-powered desalination system that helps prevent salt buildup and allows continuous water flow? a) The use of advanced reverse osmosis membranes b) A composite siphon made of fabric and grooved metal c) High-frequency ultrasonic vibrations d) Chemical pre-treatment of seawater Ans: b) A composite siphon made of fabric and grooved metal 10.Which government body released an 'AI for Viksit Bharat Roadmap' and launched eight indigenous foundational model projects? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology b) NITI Aayog c) Department of Science & Technology d) Ministry of Education Ans: b) NITI Aayog 11.The Draft Civil Drone (Promotion and Regulation) Bill, 2025, outlining mandatory registration and pilot certification for UAS, has been released for public consultation by which ministry? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Ministry of Defence c) Ministry of Civil Aviation d) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Ans: c) Ministry of Civil Aviation 12.A new species of finless snake eel, 'Apterichtus Kanniyakumari', was recently discovered off the Colachel coast in which Indian state? a) Kerala b) Andhra Pradesh c) Tamil Nadu d) Odisha Ans: c) Tamil Nadu 13.The discovery of the new finless snake eel species, 'Apterichtus Kanniyakumari', was made by a team from which organization? a) Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) b) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) c) National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR) d) Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Ans: c) National Bureau of Fish Genetic Resources (NBFGR)

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1.What is the expected repo rate to be maintained by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee as anticipated for October 1, 2025? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 2.What monetary policy stance is likely to be mainta...

1.What is the expected repo rate to be maintained by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee as anticipated for October 1, 2025? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 2.What monetary policy stance is likely to be maintained by the RBI's six-member rate-setting panel? a) Accommodative b) Hawkish c) Neutral d) Tightening Ans: c) Neutral 3.EY has revised India's real GDP projection for FY26 to what percentage? a) 6.2% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.7% 4.Which of the following factors primarily contributed to EY's upward revision of India's GDP forecast for FY26? a) Increased foreign direct investment and export growth b) Robust growth in the June quarter and GST reforms c) Decline in global oil prices and agricultural output d) Government spending on infrastructure and tax reductions Ans: b) Robust growth in the June quarter and GST reforms 5.Moody's affirmed India's long-term issuer ratings at Baa3 with what outlook? a) Negative b) Positive c) Stable d) Developing Ans: c) Stable 6.Which of the following is NOT a new directive introduced by the RBI aimed at easing lending norms? a) Greater flexibility in adjusting interest-rate spreads b) Allowing personal loan customers to switch from floating to fixed rates c) Mandating a universal fixed-rate system for all loans d) Broadening gold and silver lending to all manufacturers using bullion Ans: c) Mandating a universal fixed-rate system for all loans 7.The RBI announced a transition from batch clearing to continuous clearing for cheques under which system? a) RTGS b) NEFT c) CTS d) IMPS Ans: c) CTS 8.How many consecutive sessions did Indian benchmark indices extend their losing streak to on September 29, 2025? a) Five b) Six c) Seven d) Eight Ans: c) Seven 9.What was India's industrial production growth rate in August 2025? a) 3.0% b) 3.8% c) 4.0% d) 6.0% Ans: c) 4.0% 10.India ranked 128th globally in the 2025 Index of Economic Freedom. How was it categorized in the index? a) Mostly Free b) Moderately Free c) Mostly Unfree d) Repressed Ans: c) Mostly Unfree 11.Who was appointed as the new Managing Director and CEO of Tata Motors, effective October 1, 2025? a) Ratan Tata b) N. Chandrasekaran c) Shailesh Chandra d) Guenter Butschek Ans: c) Shailesh Chandra 12.Bharat Electronics (BEL) saw its shares rise amid news of an Indian Army tender for which missile system? a) Agni-V b) BrahMos c) Anant Shastra d) Akash Ans: c) Anant Shastra 13.Which regulatory authority imposed restrictions on HDFC Bank's Dubai branch, barring it from onboarding new clients? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) c) Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) d) Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Ans: c) Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) 14.From October 1, 2025, what significant change will be implemented in the National Pension System (NPS) for non-government subscribers? a) Mandatory investment in government bonds b) Restriction on equity investment to 50% c) Ability to invest up to 100% in equities under a single plan d) Complete withdrawal of funds before retirement Ans: c) Ability to invest up to 100% in equities under a single plan 15.Oil India announced the discovery of natural gas at which exploratory well? a) Mumbai High b) KG-D6 c) Vijayapuram-2 d) Cauvery Basin Ans: c) Vijayapuram-2 16.What was the value of JSW Steel's plan for Bhushan Power & Steel that was cleared by the Supreme Court? a) ₹12,000 crore b) ₹15,500 crore c) ₹19,700 crore d) ₹22,300 crore Ans: c) ₹19,700 crore 17.With which ministry did Godrej Agrovet sign a non-binding MoU to invest ₹960 crore in manufacturing, processing, and research facilities? a) Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare b) Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) c) Ministry of Commerce and Industry d) Ministry of Finance Ans: b) Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) 18.Which of the following was NOT highlighted by Moody's as a key strength for India's economic outlook? a) Strong growth potential b) Large domestic market c) Favorable demographics d) High export dependency Ans: d) High export dependency

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1.Which U.S. administration unveiled a comprehensive 20-point peace plan for resolving the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza? a) Biden administration b) Obama administration c) Trump administration d) Bush administration Ans:...

1.Which U.S. administration unveiled a comprehensive 20-point peace plan for resolving the conflict between Israel and Hamas in Gaza? a) Biden administration b) Obama administration c) Trump administration d) Bush administration Ans: c) Trump administration 2.Which Israeli Prime Minister reportedly agreed to the U.S.-proposed Gaza peace plan? a) Naftali Bennett b) Benjamin Netanyahu c) Yair Lapid d) Ariel Sharon Ans: b) Benjamin Netanyahu 3.What was one of the key conditions for the release of hostages mentioned in the U.S.-proposed Gaza peace plan? a) Release within 48 hours of Hamas's public acceptance b) Release within 72 hours of Israel's public acceptance c) Immediate release without preconditions d) Release contingent on a permanent ceasefire Ans: b) Release within 72 hours of Israel's public acceptance 4.The U.S. revoked the visa of which country's president after he joined a pro-Palestinian protest and urged U.S. troops to disobey orders? a) Venezuela b) Mexico c) Colombia d) Brazil Ans: c) Colombia 5.Which three European countries' envoys reportedly issued private warnings to Russia about NATO shooting down Russian aircraft violating European airspace? a) British, Italian, Spanish b) French, German, Polish c) British, French, German d) German, Italian, French Ans: c) British, French, German 6.Approximately how many drones did Russia launch in its recent large-scale aerial assault on Ukraine? a) Nearly 100 b) Over 200 c) Nearly 400 d) Nearly 600 Ans: d) Nearly 600 7.Typhoon Bualoi, which caused fatalities and damage, initially impacted which Southeast Asian country before moving into Laos? a) Thailand b) Philippines c) Vietnam d) Cambodia Ans: c) Vietnam 8.What is the name of the ninth named storm of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, expected to strengthen into a hurricane and hit the U.S. east coast? a) Hurricane Agatha b) Hurricane Beta c) Hurricane Imelda d) Hurricane Zeta Ans: c) Hurricane Imelda 9.Super Typhoon Ragasa recently rampaged through which regions? a) Japan, South Korea, North China b) Taiwan, Hong Kong, southern China c) Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia d) India, Bangladesh, Myanmar Ans: b) Taiwan, Hong Kong, southern China 10.Who was recently executed by Iran, accused of being 'one of the most important spies for Israel in Iran' with the objective to obtain government institution databases? a) Ali Khamenei b) Bahman Choubi-asl c) Hassan Rouhani d) Qasem Soleimani Ans: b) Bahman Choubi-asl 11.According to the Iranian judiciary's news outlet Mizan, what was the primary objective of the alleged Israeli spy Bahman Choubi-asl? a) To recruit double agents within the Iranian military b) To sabotage nuclear facilities in Iran c) To obtain government institution databases and create breaches in Iranian data centers d) To gather intelligence on Iranian missile programs Ans: c) To obtain government institution databases and create breaches in Iranian data centers 12.India's Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve (CDBR) is located in which state? a) Uttarakhand b) Jammu and Kashmir c) Himachal Pradesh d) Sikkim Ans: c) Himachal Pradesh 13.The Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve was included in the World Network of Biosphere Reserves by which international organization? a) UNDP b) IUCN c) UNESCO d) WWF Ans: c) UNESCO 14.The decision to include India's Cold Desert Biosphere Reserve in the World Network was made during the 37th Session of which UNESCO program? a) World Heritage Committee b) International Hydrological Programme c) Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme d) Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission Ans: c) Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Programme

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1.What type of agreement did India and Bhutan sign for the establishment of cross-border railway links? a) Treaty b) Bilateral Pact c) Inter-Governmental Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) d) Trade Agreement Ans: c) Inter-Governmental...

1.What type of agreement did India and Bhutan sign for the establishment of cross-border railway links? a) Treaty b) Bilateral Pact c) Inter-Governmental Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) d) Trade Agreement Ans: c) Inter-Governmental Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) 2.Which two places will be connected by the first cross-border railway line from India to Bhutan? a) Siliguri (West Bengal) to Phuentsholing (Bhutan) b) Kokrajhar (Assam) to Gelephu (Bhutan) c) Banarhat (West Bengal) to Thimphu (Bhutan) d) Alipurduar (West Bengal) to Samdrup Jongkhar (Bhutan) Ans: b) Kokrajhar (Assam) to Gelephu (Bhutan) 3.What is the approximate length of the Kokrajhar-Gelephu railway line? a) 20 km b) 45 km c) 69 km d) 102 km Ans: c) 69 km 4.What special designation has been given to the Kokrajhar-Gelephu railway line to facilitate expedited clearances and land acquisition? a) National Priority Project (NPP) b) Strategic Infrastructure Project (SIP) c) Special Railway Project (SRP) d) Cross-Border Connectivity Initiative (CBCI) Ans: c) Special Railway Project (SRP) 5.Gelephu, one of the destinations for the new railway line in Bhutan, is currently being developed as what kind of city by the Bhutanese government? a) Industrial hub b) Smart city c) Mindfulness city d) Eco-tourism city Ans: c) Mindfulness city 6.The second cross-border railway link will connect Banarhat in West Bengal, India to which place in Bhutan? a) Gelephu b) Thimphu c) Samtse d) Paro Ans: c) Samtse 7.What is Samtse in Bhutan envisioned as, which is expected to boost cross-border trade? a) A cultural heritage site b) An industrial hub c) A tourist destination d) An agricultural center Ans: b) An industrial hub 8.What is the projected total investment for both cross-border railway projects between India and Bhutan? a) Approximately ₹3,456 crore b) Approximately ₹577 crore c) Over ₹4,000 crore d) Exactly ₹10,000 crore Ans: c) Over ₹4,000 crore 9.Who was Bhutan's Foreign Secretary during the formalization of the railway agreement in New Delhi? a) Lyonpo Dr. Tandi Dorji b) Aum Pema Choden c) Dr. Lotay Tshering d) Dasho Tshering Tobgay Ans: b) Aum Pema Choden 10.Which Indian Union Minister emphasized the shared commitment to regional connectivity, sustainability, and economic cooperation regarding these railway projects? a) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Home Minister Amit Shah d) Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Ans: d) Union Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 11.Which Indian ministry will bear the costs for the infrastructure development of the railway projects on the Indian side? a) Ministry of External Affairs b) Ministry of Finance c) Ministry of Railways d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: c) Ministry of Railways 12.How will the Indian government provide support for the Bhutanese portion of the railway projects? a) As a direct loan to the Bhutanese government b) Through the Ministry of External Affairs, as part of Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan c) As a joint venture with private Bhutanese companies d) As a grant from the Indian Prime Minister's Relief Fund Ans: b) Through the Ministry of External Affairs, as part of Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan 13.What is India's total financial commitment in support for Bhutan's 13th Five-Year Plan? a) ₹3,456 crore b) ₹4,000 crore c) ₹5,000 crore d) ₹10,000 crore Ans: d) ₹10,000 crore 14.By what percentage has India's financial support for Bhutan's current five-year plan increased over the previous plan? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: d) 100% 15.The successful commissioning of all six units of which hydropower project was mentioned as a major milestone in the India-Bhutan Joint Vision on Energy Partnership? a) Tala Hydropower Project b) Mangdechhu Hydropower Project c) Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project d) Chhukha Hydropower Project Ans: c) Punatsangchhu-II Hydropower Project 16.What is the total generation capacity of the Punatsangchhu-II hydropower project? a) 500 MW b) 1020 MW c) 1200 MW d) 1500 MW Ans: b) 1020 MW

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1.What is the total outlay specifically allocated for charging infrastructure under the PM E-DRIVE scheme? a) "10,900 crore" b) "2,000 crore" c) "72,300 crore" d) "390,000 crore" Ans: b) "2,000 crore" 2.Which entity is desig...

1.What is the total outlay specifically allocated for charging infrastructure under the PM E-DRIVE scheme? a) "10,900 crore" b) "2,000 crore" c) "72,300 crore" d) "390,000 crore" Ans: b) "2,000 crore" 2.Which entity is designated as the Project Implementation Agency for the PM E-DRIVE scheme's charging infrastructure rollout? a) "Ministry of Heavy Industries" b) "National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)" c) "Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL)" d) "Indian Railways" Ans: c) "Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL)" 3.Under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, what is the subsidy percentage on upstream infrastructure for government premises, residential colonies, and hospitals, provided they offer free public access? a) "70%" b) "80%" c) "90%" d) "100%" Ans: d) "100%" 4.When are the major GST reforms, transitioning to a simplified two-tier tax system, set to become effective? a) "September 22, 2024" b) "September 22, 2025" c) "December 31, 2024" d) "January 1, 2025" Ans: b) "September 22, 2025" 5.Which of the following categories will now be exempt from GST according to the recent reforms? a) "Ultra-luxury items" b) "Small cars" c) "Individual health and life insurance policies" d) "Stationery and clothing" Ans: c) "Individual health and life insurance policies" 6.What is the new simplified two-tier tax system for the majority of goods and services under the GST reforms? a) "5% and 12%" b) "12% and 18%" c) "5% and 18%" d) "18% and 28%" Ans: c) "5% and 18%" 7.By which date are the crucial digital governance frameworks, including rules for the DPDP Act and national AI governance, set to be released? a) "September 22, 2025" b) "September 28, 2025" c) "December 31, 2025" d) "January 1, 2026" Ans: b) "September 28, 2025" 8.According to IT Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw, what will be a key characteristic of the national AI governance framework regarding its prescriptive nature? a) "It will be highly prescriptive to ensure strict compliance." b) "It will be entirely prescriptive for all AI applications." c) "It will define safety boundaries but will not be prescriptive." d) "It will only be prescriptive for government-developed AI." Ans: c) "It will define safety boundaries but will not be prescriptive." 9.The rules for the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Act, 2025, aim to address which primary concerns? a) "Taxation and revenue generation from online gaming." b) "Technological advancements and innovation in online gaming." c) "Addiction and psychological impact from real money-based online games." d) "International collaboration in online gaming regulations." Ans: c) "Addiction and psychological impact from real money-based online games" 10.How much financial assistance do eligible farmers receive annually under the PM-KISAN scheme? a) "₹2,000" b) "₹4,000" c) "₹6,000" d) "₹8,000" Ans: c) "₹6,000" 11.In how many installments is the annual financial assistance under PM-KISAN provided to farmers? a) "2 installments" b) "3 installments" c) "4 installments" d) "6 installments" Ans: b) "3 installments" 12.What has the Union government decided regarding a national litigation policy? a) "To introduce a comprehensive national litigation policy." b) "To form a committee to draft a national litigation policy." c) "Against introducing a national litigation policy." d) "To implement a national litigation policy for PSUs only." Ans: c) "Against introducing a national litigation policy." 13.Instead of a national litigation policy, what has the Union government issued to Union ministries, departments, and PSUs? a) "Advisory guidelines for litigation management." b) "A new legal framework for dispute resolution." c) "Directives for the efficient and effective management of litigation by the Government of India." d) "A white paper on reducing government litigation." Ans: c) "Directives for the efficient and effective management of litigation by the Government of India." 14.Which mobile application was launched by the Haryana government to provide a one-stop digital platform for workers? a) "Shramik Kalyan" b) "Shramik Saathi" c) "Karmik Mitra" d) "Mazdoor Seva" Ans: b) "Shramik Saathi" 15.The Haryana government expanded its Silicosis Rehabilitation Policy to cover which other occupational diseases? a) "Malaria and Dengue" b) "Tuberculosis and Pneumonia" c) "Asbestosis, byssinosis, and bagassosis" d) "Diabetes and Hypertension" Ans: c) "Asbestosis, byssinosis, and bagassosis" 16.What is the estimated saving on household grocery and daily essential bills expected due to the new GST reforms? a) "7%" b) "10%" c) "13%" d) "18%" Ans: c) "13%" 17.The section of the national AI governance framework concerning citizen safety will eventually be enacted into what? a) "A set of guidelines" b) "A new policy document" c) "A law" d) "An international treaty" Ans: c) "A law"

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1.Which country won the Asia Cup 2025 cricket title, securing their ninth continental trophy? a) Pakistan b) Sri Lanka c) India d) Bangladesh Ans: c) India 2.Who was the top scorer for India in the Asia Cup 2025 final agains...

1.Which country won the Asia Cup 2025 cricket title, securing their ninth continental trophy? a) Pakistan b) Sri Lanka c) India d) Bangladesh Ans: c) India 2.Who was the top scorer for India in the Asia Cup 2025 final against Pakistan? a) Suryakumar Yadav b) Tilak Varma c) Kuldeep Yadav d) Rohit Sharma Ans: b) Tilak Varma 3.Which Indian cricketer pledged his entire Asia Cup 2025 match fees to the Indian Army? a) Tilak Varma b) Kuldeep Yadav c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Virat Kohli Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 4.What was the cash reward announced by the BCCI for the victorious Indian team and support staff after winning the Asia Cup 2025? a) Rs 15 crore b) Rs 21 crore c) Rs 25 crore d) Rs 30 crore Ans: b) Rs 21 crore 5.Who was recently elected as the 37th President of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)? a) Jay Shah b) Sourav Ganguly c) Mithun Manhas d) Roger Binny Ans: c) Mithun Manhas 6.Indian shooter Anushka Thokur clinched two gold medals at the ISSF Junior World Cup. In which city was this event held? a) Dubai b) Lucknow c) Delhi d) Beijing Ans: c) Delhi 7.In which two events did Anushka Thokur win gold medals at the ISSF Junior World Cup? a) 10-meter air rifle and 25-meter pistol b) 50-meter rifle prone and 50-meter rifle 3-positions c) 10-meter air pistol and 50-meter rifle prone d) 25-meter rapid fire pistol and 50-meter rifle 3-positions Ans: b) 50-meter rifle prone and 50-meter rifle 3-positions 8.Which Indian men's doubles pair reached the finals of both the China Masters Super 750 and the Hong Kong Open Super 500? a) Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty c) Prannoy H.S. and Sai Praneeth d) Sumeeth Reddy and Manu Attri Ans: b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty 9.Who defeated PV Sindhu in the quarterfinals of the China Masters Super 750? a) Akane Yamaguchi b) Chen Yufei c) An Se Young d) Tai Tzu-ying Ans: c) An Se Young 10.Which team won the All-India KD Singh 'Babu' Men's Hockey Tournament? a) Services Sports Control Board (SSCB) b) Indian Railways c) Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) d) Uttar Pradesh Hockey Ans: c) Petroleum Sports Promotion Board (PSPB) 11.The All-India KD Singh 'Babu' Men's Hockey Tournament final was held in which city? a) Delhi b) Lucknow c) Mumbai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Lucknow

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1.AstroSat, India's first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory, completed how many years of operation on September 28, 2025? a) 5 years b) 7 years c) 10 years d) 12 years Ans: c) 10 years 2.AstroSat was launched aboa...

1.AstroSat, India's first dedicated multi-wavelength space observatory, completed how many years of operation on September 28, 2025? a) 5 years b) 7 years c) 10 years d) 12 years Ans: c) 10 years 2.AstroSat was launched aboard which launch vehicle from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre? a) GSLV Mk-III b) PSLV-C30 c) SSLV-D1 d) PSLV-XL Ans: b) PSLV-C30 3.Which of the following is NOT an achievement attributed to AstroSat in the provided text? a) Solving a two-decade-old puzzle concerning a red giant star b) Detecting gravitational waves from black hole mergers c) Detecting far-UV photons from approximately 9 billion light-years away d) Contributing to X-ray polarization studies Ans: b) Detecting gravitational waves from black hole mergers 4.AstroSat is capable of observing the universe simultaneously across which regions of the electromagnetic spectrum? a) Infrared, Radio, and Gamma-ray b) Microwave, Visible, and X-ray c) Ultraviolet (UV), Visible, and High-energy X-ray d) Radio, UV, and Infrared Ans: c) Ultraviolet (UV), Visible, and High-energy X-ray 5.The India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) was launched in 2021 with a budget of: a) ₹4,000 crore b) ₹76,000 crore c) $1 trillion d) $45–50 billion Ans: b) ₹76,000 crore 6.Which institutions are positioned at the core of India's national endeavor for self-sufficiency in semiconductor technology? a) National Institutes of Technology (NITs) b) Indian Institutes of Management (IIMs) c) Indian Institutes of Science (IISc) d) Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) Ans: d) Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) 7.The foundation stone for an upcoming Semiconductor and ESDM Park was laid near which city? a) Gandhinagar b) Bhubaneswar c) Bengaluru d) Hyderabad Ans: b) Bhubaneswar 8.India is targeting what market size in the global semiconductor industry by the end of 2025? a) $100–110 billion b) $1 trillion c) $45–50 billion d) ₹76,000 crore Ans: c) $45–50 billion 9.The Startup Conclave 2025 was inaugurated by which Union Minister? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Union Home Minister Amit Shah c) Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman d) Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Ans: b) Union Home Minister Amit Shah 10.The Startup Conclave 2025 was held at Mahatma Mandir in which city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Gandhinagar d) Bhubaneswar Ans: c) Gandhinagar 11.What was a significant outcome of the Startup Conclave 2025, as mentioned in the text? a) The launch of a new satellite b) The signing of 50 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) c) The announcement of a new national semiconductor policy d) The inauguration of a new IIT campus Ans: b) The signing of 50 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) 12.On which date did both AstroSat complete its 10th anniversary and the Startup Conclave 2025 commence? a) September 28, 2015 b) August 2025 c) September 28, 2025 d) September 28, 2024 Ans: c) September 28, 2025

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1.What is the most anticipated outcome of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting regarding the repo rate, as per most economists? a) A 25 basis point increase b) A 25 basis point cut c) Maintaining ...

1.What is the most anticipated outcome of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting regarding the repo rate, as per most economists? a) A 25 basis point increase b) A 25 basis point cut c) Maintaining the current repo rate d) A decision to be announced at a later date Ans: c) Maintaining the current repo rate 2.Which entity, mentioned in the text, advocated for a 25 basis point (bps) rate cut during the RBI MPC meeting? a) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) itself b) The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) c) SBI Research d) The Finance Ministry Ans: c) SBI Research 3.What is the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development's (OECD) upgraded GDP growth forecast for India for the year 2025? a) 6.3% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.7% 4.According to the OECD, which of the following factors primarily contributed to the upgraded GDP growth forecast for India for 2025? a) Favorable monsoon season and increased foreign direct investment b) Robust domestic demand and effective GST reforms c) Decreased global trade tensions and strong export growth d) Reduced inflation and a stable rupee Ans: b) Robust domestic demand and effective GST reforms 5.S&P Global Ratings has retained India's GDP growth forecast for the current fiscal year at what percentage? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 6.5% 6.How much investment, in Indian Rupees, was garnered during the "World Food India 2025" summit? a) ₹66,000 crore b) ₹1.02 lakh crore c) ₹2.65 lakh crore d) ₹100 billion Ans: b) ₹1.02 lakh crore 7.Which two entities were specifically mentioned as making major investment commitments at the "World Food India 2025" summit? a) Tata Consumer Products and PepsiCo India b) Reliance Consumer Products and Coca-Cola bottlers c) Adani Wilmar and Nestle India d) ITC Limited and Britannia Industries Ans: b) Reliance Consumer Products and Coca-Cola bottlers 8.What was the total value of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) signed to enhance India's shipping infrastructure and capabilities in the maritime sector? a) ₹1.02 lakh crore b) ₹66,000 crore c) ₹2.65 lakh crore d) $100 billion Ans: b) ₹66,000 crore 9.Which act, passed in August, is set to modernize port governance and unlock the full potential of India's maritime sector? a) Indian Shipping Act, 2025 b) Indian Ports Act, 2025 c) Maritime Infrastructure Development Act, 2025 d) National Waterways Act, 2025 Ans: b) Indian Ports Act, 2025 10.What is the projected Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) of Jammu & Kashmir for the fiscal year 2024-25? a) ₹1.02 lakh crore b) ₹66,000 crore c) ₹2.65 lakh crore d) ₹100 billion Ans: c) ₹2.65 lakh crore 11.The economic growth of Jammu & Kashmir is further bolstered by the discovery of which significant natural resource? a) Gold reserves b) Petroleum reserves c) Lithium reserves d) Diamond mines Ans: c) Lithium reserves 12.Which of the following actions by the US negatively impacted market sentiment and contributed to a decline in Indian stock markets? a) Imposing new sanctions on Indian IT companies b) Renewed tariffs on Indian goods and H-1B visa fee hikes c) Withdrawal of trade preferences for agricultural products d) Restrictions on Indian financial institutions Ans: b) Renewed tariffs on Indian goods and H-1B visa fee hikes 13.What is the projected investment from the India-EFTA (European Free Trade Association) agreement, slated for launch on October 1st? a) ₹1.02 lakh crore b) ₹66,000 crore c) $100 billion d) $1 million Ans: c) $100 billion 14.The RBI's new "Authentication Mechanisms for Digital Payment Transactions Directions, 2025" primarily aims to achieve what? a) Reduce transaction processing times b) Increase the number of digital payment platforms c) Enhance the security of digital payments through multi-factor authentication d) Standardize digital payment gateway fees Ans: c) Enhance the security of digital payments through multi-factor authentication 15.Mediation training for officers of Debts Recovery Tribunals (DRTs) and public sector bank executives was conducted to strengthen which mechanism? a) Monetary policy formulation b) Digital payment security c) Alternative dispute resolution d) International trade negotiations Ans: c) Alternative dispute resolution

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1.What is one of the key demands of the 21-point peace plan reportedly unveiled by the United States for the Israel-Hamas conflict? a) Israeli annexation of the West Bank b) Disarmament of Hamas c) Establishment of a new Palestinian ...

1.What is one of the key demands of the 21-point peace plan reportedly unveiled by the United States for the Israel-Hamas conflict? a) Israeli annexation of the West Bank b) Disarmament of Hamas c) Establishment of a new Palestinian capital in Jerusalem d) Increased military aid to Israel Ans: b) Disarmament of Hamas 2.According to local health officials mentioned in the report, what was the approximate death toll of Palestinians in Gaza? a) Over 6,000 b) Over 16,000 c) Over 36,000 d) Over 66,000 Ans: d) Over 66,000 3.Which international body is reportedly considering sanctions against Israel amidst the ongoing conflict in Gaza? a) United Nations Security Council b) European Union c) Arab League d) African Union Ans: b) European Union 4.Which Ukrainian city was particularly targeted by one of Russia's largest combined missile and drone attacks mentioned in the report? a) Lviv b) Odesa c) Kharkiv d) Kyiv Ans: d) Kyiv 5.Who criticized Russia's refusal to engage in negotiations and asserted that Russia's economy is 'in shambles'? a) US President Joe Biden b) US Vice President JD Vance c) UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak d) UN Secretary-General António Guterres Ans: b) US Vice President JD Vance 6.A resolution concerning Ukraine proposed by which two countries was vetoed by the United Nations Security Council? a) United States and United Kingdom b) France and Germany c) Russia and China d) India and Brazil Ans: c) Russia and China 7.Unidentified drones were reported near which NATO state, prompting concerns about airspace security? a) Poland b) Germany c) Denmark d) Norway Ans: c) Denmark 8.In which U.S. state did a deadly church shooting and arson incident occur at a Mormon church? a) Ohio b) Illinois c) Michigan d) Wisconsin Ans: c) Michigan 9.Why did Iran recall its envoys, as reported in the current affairs content? a) Due to new trade agreements with Asian countries b) Following a change in government leadership c) After European nations triggered UN sanctions over its nuclear program d) In response to a regional summit on energy security Ans: c) After European nations triggered UN sanctions over its nuclear program 10.Which country reportedly backed India's bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council during the 80th session of the UN General Assembly? a) United States b) China c) Russia d) France Ans: c) Russia 11.During the UN General Assembly, India strongly criticized which country for allegedly glorifying terrorism? a) Afghanistan b) Pakistan c) Syria d) Iran Ans: b) Pakistan

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1.India clinched its ninth Asia Cup title on September 28, 2025, by defeating which team in the final? a) Sri Lanka b) Bangladesh c) Pakistan d) Afghanistan Ans: c) Pakistan 2.What was the primary reason for the controversy ...

1.India clinched its ninth Asia Cup title on September 28, 2025, by defeating which team in the final? a) Sri Lanka b) Bangladesh c) Pakistan d) Afghanistan Ans: c) Pakistan 2.What was the primary reason for the controversy during the Asia Cup 2025 trophy presentation? a) Disagreement over prize money distribution b) India refusing to accept the trophy from ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi c) Unfair umpiring decisions during the final match d) A technical glitch delaying the broadcast Ans: b) India refusing to accept the trophy from ACC chairman Mohsin Naqvi 3.Who is Mohsin Naqvi, the ACC chairman involved in the Asia Cup 2025 presentation controversy? a) President of the International Cricket Council (ICC) b) Prime Minister of Pakistan c) Pakistan's Interior Minister and chairman of its cricket board d) Former captain of the Pakistani cricket team Ans: c) Pakistan's Interior Minister and chairman of its cricket board 4.What term did Prime Minister Narendra Modi use to congratulate the Indian team after their Asia Cup 2025 victory? a) "Victory of the Blue Tigers" b) "Operation Sindoor on the games field" c) "Glory to the Nation" d) "Chak De India spirit" Ans: b) "Operation Sindoor on the games field" 5.The Ministry of Defence recently finalized a landmark deal for 97 Tejas Mk1A fighter jets with which company? a) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) c) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) d) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ans: b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) 6.What is the approximate value of the recent deal for 97 Tejas Mk1A fighter jets? a) "₹45,000 crore" b) "₹62,370 crore" c) "₹75,500 crore" d) "₹30,250 crore" Ans: b) "₹62,370 crore" 7.The Supreme Court's decision to uphold JSW Steel's acquisition of Bhushan Power and Steel (BPSL) is seen as strengthening which Indian legislation? a) Competition Act, 2002 b) Companies Act, 2013 c) Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 d) Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA), 1999 Ans: c) Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), 2016 8.Which two states will be connected by the newly flagged off Udhna (Surat)–Brahmapur Amrit Bharat Express? a) Maharashtra and West Bengal b) Gujarat and Odisha c) Karnataka and Tamil Nadu d) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar Ans: b) Gujarat and Odisha 9.The Udhna (Surat)–Brahmapur Amrit Bharat Express marks which number non-AC superfast train for India? a) 10th b) 11th c) 12th d) 13th Ans: d) 13th 10.At which international forum did India recently condemn Pakistan for glorifying terrorism? a) G20 Summit b) Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) c) United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) d) BRICS Summit Ans: c) United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 11.Which Indian state recently launched its second socio-economic survey, covering approximately 1,400 castes? a) Tamil Nadu b) Kerala c) Karnataka d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Karnataka 12.The second socio-economic survey in Karnataka is being conducted by which body? a) NITI Aayog b) National Commission for Scheduled Castes c) State Commission for Backward Classes d) Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India Ans: c) State Commission for Backward Classes 13.What was the total investment commitment secured at the World Food India 2025 event? a) "₹50,000 crore" b) "₹75,000 crore" c) "₹1 lakh crore" d) "₹1.5 lakh crore" Ans: c) "₹1 lakh crore" 14.Reliance Consumer Products Ltd (RCPL) signed an MoU for ₹40,000 crore at World Food India 2025 to establish integrated food manufacturing facilities in which two states? a) Gujarat and Uttar Pradesh b) Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh c) Punjab and Haryana d) Madhya Pradesh and Rajasthan Ans: b) Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh 15.A tragic stampede resulting in 39 deaths occurred in Karur, Tamil Nadu, at a rally addressed by which personality? a) Superstar Rajinikanth b) Actor Kamal Haasan c) TVK president and actor Vijay d) Chief Minister M.K. Stalin Ans: c) TVK president and actor Vijay 16.In which region were the bodies of two civilians, killed during street protests, cremated amidst tight security and curfew on September 28, 2025? a) Kashmir Valley b) North-East Delhi c) Ladakh d) Bastar, Chhattisgarh Ans: c) Ladakh

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1.Which state government recently launched the 'Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana' aimed at fostering women's self-employment and livelihood opportunities? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Bihar d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Bihar
1.Which state government recently launched the 'Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana' aimed at fostering women's self-employment and livelihood opportunities? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Bihar d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Bihar 2.What was the initial grant amount directly transferred to each woman beneficiary under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹10,000 c) ₹15,000 d) ₹20,000 Ans: b) ₹10,000 3.What was the total initial outlay for the direct transfer to 75 lakh women under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana? a) ₹750 crore b) ₹7,500 crore c) ₹75,000 crore d) ₹7.5 crore Ans: b) ₹7,500 crore 4.How many additional medical seats (PG and UG combined) were approved by the Union Cabinet under Phase III of a Centrally Sponsored Scheme? a) 5,000 b) 5,023 c) 10,023 d) 15,034 Ans: c) 10,023 5.What is the total investment approved for Phase III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme to expand medical education capacity? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹10,023 crore c) ₹15,034 crore d) ₹75,000 crore Ans: c) ₹15,034 crore 6.By which year is Phase III of the medical education capacity expansion scheme targeted to add 10,023 medical seats? a) 2025-26 b) 2026-27 c) 2027-28 d) 2028-29 Ans: d) 2028-29 7.What is the Ways and Means Advances (WMA) limit set by the RBI for the central government for the second half of the financial year 2025-26? a) ₹25,000 crore b) ₹50,000 crore c) ₹75,000 crore d) ₹100,000 crore Ans: b) ₹50,000 crore 8.What is the primary purpose of Ways and Means Advances (WMA) provided by the RBI to the central and state governments? a) Long-term infrastructure projects b) Managing short-term mismatches in receipts and payments c) Funding social welfare schemes d) Stabilizing the national currency Ans: b) Managing short-term mismatches in receipts and payments 9.What is the interest rate applicable on Ways and Means Advances (WMA) for the central government? a) Bank Rate b) Repo Rate c) Reverse Repo Rate d) Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) Rate Ans: b) Repo Rate 10.What was the theme of the 28th National Conference on e-Governance? a) "Digital India: Transforming Governance" b) "Viksit Bharat: Civil Service and Digital Transformation" c) "e-Governance for Inclusive Growth" d) "Technology for Public Service Delivery" Ans: b) "Viksit Bharat: Civil Service and Digital Transformation" 11.The 28th National Conference on e-Governance recommended the expansion of which framework to low-connectivity areas like Ladakh and the North-East to bridge the digital divide? a) Digital India Programme b) National Optical Fibre Network (NOFN) c) National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) d) BharatNet Initiative Ans: c) National e-Governance Service Delivery Assessment (NeSDA) 12.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a sector where women can start ventures under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana? a) Agriculture b) Animal husbandry c) Information Technology d) Handicrafts Ans: c) Information Technology

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1.Which two cricketing nations are scheduled to play in the final of the Asia Cup 2025 on September 28? a) India and Sri Lanka b) Pakistan and Bangladesh c) India and Pakistan d) Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Ans: c) India and Pakistan <...

1.Which two cricketing nations are scheduled to play in the final of the Asia Cup 2025 on September 28? a) India and Sri Lanka b) Pakistan and Bangladesh c) India and Pakistan d) Sri Lanka and Bangladesh Ans: c) India and Pakistan 2.For the first time in the history of the Asia Cup, which two teams are facing each other in the final? a) India and Sri Lanka b) Pakistan and Bangladesh c) India and Pakistan d) Sri Lanka and Afghanistan Ans: c) India and Pakistan 3.Where is the Asia Cup 2025 final scheduled to be held on September 28? a) Colombo b) Sharjah c) Dubai d) Dhaka Ans: c) Dubai 4.Who is currently leading the run-scoring charts for India in the Asia Cup 2025? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Abhishek Sharma d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Abhishek Sharma 5.Abhishek Sharma is 11 runs shy of breaking whose record for most runs by an Indian in a multi-nation T20I tournament? a) MS Dhoni b) Rohit Sharma c) Virat Kohli d) Suresh Raina Ans: c) Virat Kohli 6.Which Indian all-rounder's fitness is a concern for the Asia Cup 2025 final due to cramps suffered in the previous match? a) Ravindra Jadeja b) Hardik Pandya c) Axar Patel d) Washington Sundar Ans: b) Hardik Pandya 7.What new mandate has the BCCI introduced for Under-19 and Under-16 players to be eligible for the IPL? a) Participate in at least one T20 domestic tournament b) Participate in at least one First-Class match c) Clear a fitness test conducted by the NCA d) Play for their state in all formats Ans: b) Participate in at least one First-Class match 8.From which season will the BCCI's new mandate for IPL eligibility for Under-19 and Under-16 players come into effect? a) 2024 season b) 2025 season c) 2026 season d) 2027 season Ans: c) 2026 season 9.When was the BCCI's new policy, requiring Under-19 and Under-16 players to participate in a First-Class match for IPL eligibility, finalized? a) September 27 at a Special General Meeting b) September 28 at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) c) October 1 at a Working Committee meeting d) August 15 at a Board meeting Ans: b) September 28 at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) 10.Who has been named the new BCCI President as per recent news? a) Sourav Ganguly b) Roger Binny c) Jay Shah d) Mithun Manhas Ans: d) Mithun Manhas 11.Who clinched a gold medal for India and established a new championship record in the men's high jump T63 class at the World Para Athletics Championships? a) Mariyappan Thangavelu b) Shailesh Kumar c) Sharad Kumar d) Praveen Kumar Ans: b) Shailesh Kumar 12.What was the new championship record set by Shailesh Kumar in the men's high jump T63 class? a) 1.85m b) 1.91m c) 1.95m d) 2.00m Ans: b) 1.91m 13.At which event did India's Shailesh Kumar win a gold medal and set a new championship record? a) Asian Para Games b) Commonwealth Para Games c) World Para Athletics Championships d) Paralympics Ans: c) World Para Athletics Championships 14.Shailesh Kumar's gold medal at the World Para Athletics Championships is considered a redemption after his fourth-place finish at which previous event? a) Tokyo Paralympics b) Rio Paralympics c) Paris Paralympics d) London Paralympics Ans: c) Paris Paralympics 15.The Archery Premier League (APL) Season 1 is scheduled to run from October 2 to 12 in which city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi

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1.India's AstroSat, a pioneering multi-wavelength space observatory, recently completed a decade in orbit. What was its designed mission life? a) 3 years b) 5 years c) 7 years d) 10 years Ans: b) 5 years 2.AstroSat was launc...

1.India's AstroSat, a pioneering multi-wavelength space observatory, recently completed a decade in orbit. What was its designed mission life? a) 3 years b) 5 years c) 7 years d) 10 years Ans: b) 5 years 2.AstroSat was launched on September 28, 2015, by which launch vehicle from Sriharikota? a) GSLV Mk III b) PSLV-C30 c) SSLV-D1 d) LVM3-M4 Ans: b) PSLV-C30 3.Which of the following is NOT one of the five scientific payloads aboard AstroSat? a) Ultra Violet Imaging Telescope (UVIT) b) Large Area X-ray Proportional Counter (LAXPC) c) Visible Emission Line Coronagraph (VELC) d) Soft X-ray Telescope (SXT) Ans: c) Visible Emission Line Coronagraph (VELC) 4.AstroSat's observations span which range of the electromagnetic spectrum? a) Radio waves to Infrared b) Microwave to UV c) UV/Visible to high-energy X-rays d) Gamma rays to Visible light Ans: c) UV/Visible to high-energy X-rays 5.AstroSat's discoveries and observations have contributed to the understanding of all the following celestial bodies/phenomena EXCEPT: a) Black holes b) Neutron stars c) Proxima Centauri d) Jupiter's moons Ans: d) Jupiter's moons 6.By which date is the Indian government slated to release a non-prescriptive AI governance framework? a) October 28, 2024 b) September 28, 2024 c) December 31, 2024 d) February 28, 2025 Ans: b) September 28, 2024 7.Which Union Minister confirmed the release of India's non-prescriptive AI governance framework? a) Rajnath Singh b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Ashwini Vaishnaw d) S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Ashwini Vaishnaw 8.India is scheduled to host the AI Impact Summit in which year? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 9.What kind of global governance framework does India advocate for Artificial Intelligence? a) A prescriptive, nation-specific framework b) A consensus-based, common global framework c) A framework solely focused on military AI d) A framework primarily driven by private corporations Ans: b) A consensus-based, common global framework 10.What is the name of the innovative technology developed by the Central University of Rajasthan (CUoR) that turns desert sand into farmland? a) Desert Greening Technology b) Arid Land Reclamation System c) Soilification Technology d) Bio-Sand Cultivation Ans: c) Soilification Technology 11.The 'soilification technology' uses which of the following to convert desert sand into farmland? a) Genetically modified organisms b) Advanced satellite imaging c) An indigenous bioformulation d) Chemical soil stabilizers Ans: c) An indigenous bioformulation 12.Which of the following is NOT listed as a benefit of the 'soilification technology'? a) Reducing water usage in farming b) Promoting monoculture farming practices c) Reclaiming degraded land d) Supporting climate-resilient agriculture Ans: b) Promoting monoculture farming practices

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1.What was India's average annual economic growth rate between 2021-22 and 2024-25, as affirmed by the Finance Minister? a) 6.5% b) 7.2% c) 8% d) 9.1% Ans: c) 8% 2.In which quarter did India's GDP expand by 7.8% in fiscal ye...

1.What was India's average annual economic growth rate between 2021-22 and 2024-25, as affirmed by the Finance Minister? a) 6.5% b) 7.2% c) 8% d) 9.1% Ans: c) 8% 2.In which quarter did India's GDP expand by 7.8% in fiscal year 2025-26? a) Fourth Quarter b) Third Quarter c) Second Quarter d) First Quarter Ans: d) First Quarter 3.Which international leader praised India's independent policy and exceptional economic growth under Prime Minister Modi's leadership? a) US President Joe Biden b) Russian President Vladimir Putin c) French President Emmanuel Macron d) German Chancellor Olaf Scholz Ans: b) Russian President Vladimir Putin 4.What was the percentage surge in Indian household wealth in 2024, marking the fastest growth in eight years? a) 10.2% b) 12.8% c) 14.5% d) 16.1% Ans: c) 14.5% 5.According to Crisil Intelligence, what poses a significant risk to India's growth, potentially impacting exports and investments? a) Fluctuating oil prices b) High tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods c) Global supply chain disruptions d) Domestic inflation Ans: b) High tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods 6.What did US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick urge India to do for the advancement of bilateral trade relations? a) Reduce its military spending b) Open markets and stop actions that harm America c) Increase investment in US infrastructure d) Adopt US trade regulations Ans: b) Open markets and stop actions that harm America 7.What product is India potentially looking to import from the US as part of ongoing trade deal discussions? a) Petroleum b) Semiconductors c) Corn for ethanol production d) Advanced machinery Ans: c) Corn for ethanol production 8.How much inflow did the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) witness following the scrapping of GST on individual traditional life insurance policies? a) Rs 500 crore b) Rs 850 crore c) Rs 1,100 crore d) Rs 1,500 crore Ans: c) Rs 1,100 crore 9.What is the proposed initiative by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) to allow consumers to switch suppliers? a) Electricity portability b) Water portability c) LPG portability d) Internet service portability Ans: c) LPG portability 10.By how much has India's food processing sector expanded in the last decade? a) Five-fold b) Ten-fold c) Fifteen-fold d) Twenty-fold Ans: d) Twenty-fold 11.What percentage of India's manufacturing output is now contributed by villages, surpassing urban areas? a) Less than 25% b) Around 35% c) Over 50% d) Exactly 40% Ans: c) Over 50% 12.What is the target for bilateral non-oil trade between Abu Dhabi and India by 2030? a) US$50 billion b) US$75 billion c) US$100 billion d) US$120 billion Ans: c) US$100 billion 13.Which country's business relations with India continue to face challenges, including issues with rare earth magnets for Indian auto companies? a) Japan b) China c) Germany d) South Korea Ans: b) China 14.When is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting scheduled? a) August 15-17 b) September 29 to October 1 c) October 15-17 d) November 1-3 Ans: b) September 29 to October 1 15.What did a State Bank of India (SBI) report suggest regarding the repo rate due to benign inflation? a) A 50 bps repo rate hike b) A 25 bps repo rate cut c) Maintaining the current repo rate d) A 10 bps repo rate hike Ans: b) A 25 bps repo rate cut 16.By what percentage did India's smartphone exports surge in August 2025? a) 25% b) 39% c) 45% d) 52% Ans: b) 39% 17.What is the total investment approved by the government for the Shipping Industry, with an aim to attract ₹4.5 lakh crore in investments? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹70,000 crore d) ₹80,000 crore Ans: c) ₹70,000 crore 18.What is the primary anticipated effect of recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) rate cuts? a) Increase in government revenue b) Alleviate inflation and stimulate economic expansion c) Discourage foreign investment d) Boost luxury goods consumption Ans: b) Alleviate inflation and stimulate economic expansion

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1.Which Israeli Minister pushed for a controversial death penalty bill for hostages and rejected requests to delay discussions? a) Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud b) Itamar Ben Gvir c) Johann Wadephul d) S. Jaishankar Ans: b) Itamar...

1.Which Israeli Minister pushed for a controversial death penalty bill for hostages and rejected requests to delay discussions? a) Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud b) Itamar Ben Gvir c) Johann Wadephul d) S. Jaishankar Ans: b) Itamar Ben Gvir 2.The European Union welcomed the reopening of which Israeli-controlled bridge after it was shut down following an attack on Israeli forces? a) Golden Gate Bridge b) King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge c) Bosphorus Bridge d) Friendship Bridge Ans: b) King Hussein (Allenby) Bridge 3.During the 80th session of the UN General Assembly, which country's External Affairs Minister accused Pakistan of being a 'hub of terrorism'? a) Germany b) Iceland c) India d) Ukraine Ans: c) India 4.Which leader announced that peace had been established between Armenia and Azerbaijan, crediting US President Donald Trump for his 'decisive role'? a) Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy b) Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan c) German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul d) Icelandic Foreign Minister Thorgerdur Katrin Gunnarsdottir Ans: b) Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan 5.What was the primary reason for the reimposition of UN sanctions on Iran, as mentioned in the text? a) Iran's development of new ballistic missiles b) Failure of the UN Security Council to adopt a resolution extending the 2015 Iran nuclear deal c) Iran's alleged support for terrorist organizations d) Iran's withdrawal from the Non-Proliferation Treaty Ans: b) Failure of the UN Security Council to adopt a resolution extending the 2015 Iran nuclear deal 6.The European Union formally launched an initiative to establish a 'drone wall' along its eastern flank. Which three countries were mentioned as having recently experienced drone incursions? a) France, Germany, Italy b) Denmark, Romania, Estonia c) Poland, Hungary, Slovakia d) Sweden, Finland, Norway Ans: b) Denmark, Romania, Estonia 7.Former US President Donald Trump's administration is set to implement new tariffs on October 1st. What tariff rate is mentioned for drugs? a) 10% b) 25% c) 50% d) 100% Ans: d) 100% 8.In the context of new trade arrangements mentioned, which two countries are expediting efforts to finalize a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)? a) Vietnam and Indonesia b) Malaysia and Philippines c) Thailand and South Korea d) Singapore and Brunei Ans: c) Thailand and South Korea 9.The United Arab Emirates unveiled its first Sovereign Mobility Cloud and the Dubai Autonomous Zone (DAZ). What is the DAZ primarily designed for? a) High-speed rail networks b) Driverless vehicles c) Drone delivery services d) Electric bicycle routes Ans: b) Driverless vehicles 10.What was the theme for World Tourism Day 2025, observed on September 27? a) "Tourism for Peace and Prosperity" b) "Sustainable Tourism for All" c) "Tourism and Sustainable Transformation" d) "Investing in Tourism, Investing in People" Ans: c) "Tourism and Sustainable Transformation" 11.According to Hamas, what caused the suspension of ceasefire negotiations? a) Israeli rejection of all proposals b) A new offensive by Israeli forces c) An Israeli attack on its negotiating team in early September d) International pressure for a permanent ceasefire Ans: c) An Israeli attack on its negotiating team in early September 12.Which country's Foreign Minister made an 'urgent call' for Israel to allow safe humanitarian access into Gaza? a) Iceland b) Germany c) Ukraine d) India Ans: b) Germany 13.The BRICS Ministers of Foreign Affairs condemned a terrorist attack in which Indian region? a) Ladakh b) Jammu and Kashmir c) Punjab d) Himachal Pradesh Ans: b) Jammu and Kashmir 14.What term did Iceland's Foreign Minister Thorgerdur Katrin Gunnarsdottir use to describe the situation occurring in Gaza? a) "Humanitarian catastrophe" b) "Systematic ethnic cleansing" c) "War crimes" d) "Regional destabilization" Ans: b) "Systematic ethnic cleansing"

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1.A tragic stampede occurred at a political rally organized by actor Vijay's party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), in which city? a) Chennai b) Madurai c) Karur d) Coimbatore Ans: c) Karur 2.Who ordered a judicial probe int...

1.A tragic stampede occurred at a political rally organized by actor Vijay's party, Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam (TVK), in which city? a) Chennai b) Madurai c) Karur d) Coimbatore Ans: c) Karur 2.Who ordered a judicial probe into the stampede incident at the TVK rally in Karur? a) Actor Vijay b) The President of India c) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin d) The Governor of Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin 3.What is the name of actor Vijay's political party, which organized the rally where the stampede occurred? a) Makkal Needhi Maiam b) Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam c) Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam d) All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam Ans: c) Tamizhaga Vetri Kazhagam 4.Approximately how many lives were lost in the stampede at the TVK rally in Karur? a) 15 b) 20 c) 39 d) 50 Ans: c) 39 5.In which edition of his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio broadcast did Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasize 'Swadeshi' and self-reliance? a) 100th b) 120th c) 125th d) 130th Ans: c) 125th 6.Which specific indigenous product did PM Modi particularly urge citizens to prioritize on Gandhi Jayanti during his 'Mann Ki Baat' address? a) Handloom textiles b) Khadi items c) Local electronics d) Traditional handicrafts Ans: b) Khadi items 7.Which organization did PM Modi laud for its spirit of selfless service and discipline in his 'Mann Ki Baat' address? a) Indian Army b) Border Security Force c) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) d) National Cadet Corps (NCC) Ans: c) Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) 8.The Prime Minister's call to prioritize 'Swadeshi' products on Gandhi Jayanti aims to bolster which aspect of the nation? a) International trade relations b) Domestic economy c) Agricultural output d) Technological advancement Ans: b) Domestic economy 9.Where did India and Pakistan recently engage in a diplomatic confrontation over terrorism, with India labeling Pakistan as 'Terroristan'? a) World Economic Forum b) BRICS Summit c) United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) d) G20 Summit Ans: c) United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) 10.Who is India's External Affairs Minister who accused a nation of being a 'hub of terrorism' at the UNGA? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Rajnath Singh c) S. Jaishankar d) Amit Shah Ans: c) S. Jaishankar 11.India mentioned which specific terror attack as an example of alleged cross-border terrorism during its exchange with Pakistan at the UNGA? a) Mumbai 26/11 attack b) Uri attack c) Pulwama attack d) Pahalgam terror attack Ans: d) Pahalgam terror attack 12.What term did India use in its right of reply to label Pakistan during the diplomatic exchange at the UNGA? a) Rogue State b) Terroristan c) Failed State d) Proxy State Ans: b) Terroristan 13.Who has been re-appointed as the Attorney General of India (AGI) for a period of two years? a) K.K. Venugopal b) Mukul Rohatgi c) R. Venkataramani d) Tushar Mehta Ans: c) R. Venkataramani 14.The Attorney General of India serves as the highest law officer and chief legal advisor to which entity? a) Supreme Court of India b) Parliament of India c) Government of India d) President of India Ans: c) Government of India 15.Under which article of the Constitution is the Attorney General of India appointed by the President? a) Article 72 b) Article 76 c) Article 124 d) Article 148 Ans: b) Article 76 16.For how long has R. Venkataramani been re-appointed as the Attorney General of India? a) One year b) Two years c) Three years d) Five years Ans: b) Two years 17.Which region is currently experiencing protests demanding statehood and the extension of the Sixth Schedule? a) Jammu b) Kashmir c) Ladakh d) Himachal Pradesh Ans: c) Ladakh 18.Which organization is leading the protests in Leh demanding statehood for Ladakh and the extension of the Sixth Schedule? a) Ladakh Democratic Alliance b) Leh Apex Body (LAB) c) Kargil Democratic Alliance d) Ladakh Union Territory Front Ans: b) Leh Apex Body (LAB) 19.Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk was reportedly detained under which act amidst the protests in Leh? a) Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) b) Public Safety Act (PSA) c) National Security Act (NSA) d) Maintenance of Internal Security Act (MISA) Ans: c) National Security Act (NSA) 20.What are the primary demands of the Leh Apex Body (LAB) in their ongoing protests? a) Economic package and tourism promotion b) Statehood for Ladakh and extension of the Sixth Schedule c) More central government schemes and infrastructure development d) Separate high court and increased parliamentary representation Ans: b) Statehood for Ladakh and extension of the Sixth Schedule 21.Which company announced a significant natural gas discovery off the Andaman Islands? a) ONGC b) Reliance Industries c) Oil India Ltd (OIL) d) Cairn India Ans: c) Oil India Ltd (OIL) 22.The recent natural gas discovery by Oil India Ltd (OIL) is the first confirmed hydrocarbon occurrence in which region? a) Krishna Godavari Basin b) Mumbai High c) Andaman Islands d) Cauvery Basin Ans: c) Andaman Islands 23.A Hydrocarbon Resource Assessment Study (HRAS) estimates the Andaman Basin to hold how much hydrocarbon resource? a) 100 Million Metric Tons of Oil Equivalent (MMTOE) b) 250 MMTOE c) 371 MMTOE d) 500 MMTOE Ans: c) 371 MMTOE 24.The geological characteristics of the Andaman Basin are part of which larger sedimentary system? a) Gondwana sedimentary system b) Bengal-Arakan sedimentary system c) Himalayan sedimentary system d) Deccan sedimentary system Ans: b) Bengal-Arakan sedimentary system

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1.As per the new RBI regulations, what is the mandated timeline for banks to settle claims of deceased customers? a) 7 days b) 15 days c) 30 days d) 60 days Ans: b) 15 days 2.When is Phase 1 of the RBI's transition from batc...

1.As per the new RBI regulations, what is the mandated timeline for banks to settle claims of deceased customers? a) 7 days b) 15 days c) 30 days d) 60 days Ans: b) 15 days 2.When is Phase 1 of the RBI's transition from batch clearing to continuous clearing for cheque handling scheduled to begin? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 15, 2025 c) October 4, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) October 4, 2025 3.Which organization, according to the text, anticipates a potential 25-basis-point repo rate cut by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee? a) Crisil Intelligence b) State Bank of India (SBI) c) HDFC Bank d) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) Ans: b) State Bank of India (SBI) 4.What is the Ways and Means Advances (WMA) limit set by the RBI for the central government for the second half of FY26? a) ₹25,000 crore b) ₹50,000 crore c) ₹75,000 crore d) ₹100,000 crore Ans: b) ₹50,000 crore 5.India's GDP rose to a five-quarter high in the first quarter of fiscal 2025-26. What was this growth rate? a) 7.4% b) 7.8% c) 8.8% d) 10.8% Ans: b) 7.8% 6.According to Crisil Intelligence, what is identified as a major risk to India's growth, potentially impacting exports and investments? a) Slowing domestic consumption b) High global oil prices c) High tariffs imposed by the United States on Indian goods d) Volatility in the Indian stock market Ans: c) High tariffs imposed by the United States on Indian goods 7.What was the non-oil trade volume between the UAE and India in the first half of 2025? a) $123 billion b) $37.6 billion c) $60,000 crore d) $16 billion Ans: b) $37.6 billion 8.Which country will serve as the ASEAN Chair in 2025 and is committed to promoting ASEAN-India economic cooperation? a) India b) UAE c) Malaysia d) Singapore Ans: c) Malaysia 9.What was the approximate value of development projects unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Odisha? a) Over $123 billion b) Over $37.6 billion c) Over ₹60,000 crore d) Over ₹50,000 crore Ans: c) Over ₹60,000 crore 10.Which Indian state is making a strong pitch to emerge as India's next Global Capability Centre (GCC) hub? a) Odisha b) Uttar Pradesh c) Gujarat d) Maharashtra Ans: b) Uttar Pradesh 11.HSBC upgraded Indian equities to which rating, anticipating a comeback of Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs)? a) Underweight b) Neutral c) Overweight d) Sell Ans: c) Overweight 12.Approximately how much worth of Indian stocks did foreign funds sell in 2025, partly due to factors like Donald Trump's actions? a) Around $16 billion b) Around $37.6 billion c) Around $123 billion d) Around ₹60,000 crore Ans: a) Around $16 billion 13.What is the current status of the scheme launched in June 2025 to promote electric passenger car manufacturing by offering duty concessions? a) Successfully attracted major automakers b) Received initial applications from domestic companies c) Yet to attract any applications from automakers d) Facing legal challenges regarding its implementation Ans: c) Yet to attract any applications from automakers 14.What is India's projected inflation rate for the current fiscal year, which is expected to soften and bolster growth? a) 7.8% b) 8.8% c) 3.5% d) 7.4% Ans: c) 3.5% 15.The slowdown in India's nominal GDP growth from 10.8% to 8.8% could potentially affect which aspect of the economy? a) Foreign direct investment b) Export competitiveness c) Domestic consumption d) Tax collections Ans: d) Tax collections

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1.The US recently unveiled a 21-point peace plan for Gaza. Which of the following is NOT among its key demands? a) Israel to withdraw from the territory b) Hamas to disarm c) All hostages to be released d) Establishment of a permanen...

1.The US recently unveiled a 21-point peace plan for Gaza. Which of the following is NOT among its key demands? a) Israel to withdraw from the territory b) Hamas to disarm c) All hostages to be released d) Establishment of a permanent UN peacekeeping force Ans: d) Establishment of a permanent UN peacekeeping force 2.What specific incident mentioned in the text highlighted the severe humanitarian situation in Gaza? a) A surge in missile attacks on civilian areas. b) A child's death due to malnutrition in Khan Younis. c) Widespread protests against aid blockades. d) The collapse of the healthcare system across the territory. Ans: b) A child's death due to malnutrition in Khan Younis. 3.Which country recently recognized Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly, a decision welcomed by Palestine's Ministry of Foreign Affairs? a) Ireland b) Norway c) San Marino d) Spain Ans: c) San Marino 4.What was Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's defiant stance regarding Palestinian statehood at the UN General Assembly? a) He proposed a two-state solution with specific conditions. b) He stated Israel would never allow a Palestinian state to exist. c) He called for immediate negotiations without preconditions. d) He suggested a regional confederation instead of a state. Ans: b) He stated Israel would never allow a Palestinian state to exist. 5.Russia launched a barrage of drone and missile attacks on which Ukrainian city, resulting in multiple casualties, including a 12-year-old girl? a) Lviv b) Odesa c) Kharkiv d) Kyiv Ans: d) Kyiv 6.In response to increased military activity and drone sightings, which country briefly closed its airspace? a) Germany b) Poland c) Romania d) Lithuania Ans: b) Poland 7.Which three European countries triggered the reimposition of United Nations sanctions on Iran, citing non-compliance with the 2015 nuclear deal? a) Germany, Italy, Spain b) Britain, France, Germany c) France, Italy, Belgium d) Britain, Spain, Netherlands Ans: b) Britain, France, Germany 8.The reimposed UN sanctions on Iran include which of the following measures? I. An arms embargo II. A ban on uranium enrichment 9.How did Iran officially respond to the reimposition of UN sanctions by European countries? a) By withdrawing from the 2015 nuclear deal entirely. b) By recalling its envoys to the UK, France, and Germany. c) By announcing an increase in its uranium enrichment levels. d) By appealing to the International Court of Justice. Ans: b) By recalling its envoys to the UK, France, and Germany. 10.At the UN General Assembly, what did Chinese Premier Li Qiang urge nations to embrace, implicitly criticizing certain policies? a) A unipolar world order b) Multilateralism and a stable global order c) Increased regional alliances d) Economic protectionism Ans: b) Multilateralism and a stable global order 11.India's External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar called on BRICS nations to defend which of the following amidst rising protectionism? a) The principle of national sovereignty b) The multilateral trading system c) Non-interference in internal affairs d) Regional security pacts Ans: b) The multilateral trading system 12.Cuba's Foreign Minister, Bruno Rodríguez Parilla, asserted that the current world order 'reflects a bygone era' and hinders what? a) Economic development in developing nations b) Effective global responses to challenges c) The spread of democratic values d) Cultural exchange between nations Ans: b) Effective global responses to challenges 13.Which country backed India's bid for a permanent seat on the UN Security Council during the recent UN General Assembly discussions? a) United States b) China c) Russia d) France Ans: c) Russia 14.Newly surfaced documents related to the Jeffrey Epstein case reportedly mentioned which prominent figures? a) Jeff Bezos and Mark Zuckerberg b) Elon Musk and Bill Gates c) Warren Buffett and Larry Page d) Richard Branson and Michael Dell Ans: b) Elon Musk and Bill Gates 15.Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy was sentenced to five years in jail in connection with which case? a) Embezzlement from state funds b) Illicit campaign financing c) A Libyan funding case d) Tax evasion charges Ans: c) A Libyan funding case 16.Diplomatic tensions arose between the US and Colombia, with the US reportedly set to revoke the Colombian president's visa over what reason? a) Human rights violations b) 'Incendiary actions' c) Drug trafficking allegations d) Failure to cooperate on security matters Ans: b) 'Incendiary actions' 17.Which type of protests were recently experienced in Nepal, with former Prime Minister Oli denying any wrongdoing? a) Farmer protests b) Environmental protests c) 'Gen-Z' protests d) Anti-corruption protests Ans: c) 'Gen-Z' protests 18.Which country is preparing for the arrival of Typhoon Bualoi, evacuating hundreds of thousands of residents and shutting down airports? a) Philippines b) Japan c) Vietnam d) Thailand Ans: c) Vietnam 19.When was World Tourism Day 2025 observed, and what were its primary themes? a) September 27th; 'Tourism for Global Peace' and 'Digital Transformation in Tourism' b) September 27th; 'Tourism and Sustainable Transformation' and 'Tourism Fostering Peace' c) October 1st; 'Ecotourism and Conservation' and 'Community-Based Tourism' d) October 1st; 'Tourism as a Driver of Economic Growth' and 'Inclusive Tourism' Ans: b) September 27th; 'Tourism and Sustainable Transformation' and 'Tourism Fostering Peace'

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1.A tragic stampede occurred at a political rally for actor-politician Vijay on September 27, 2025. In which Indian state did this incident take place? a) Kerala b) Karnataka c) Tamil Nadu d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Tamil Nadu
1.A tragic stampede occurred at a political rally for actor-politician Vijay on September 27, 2025. In which Indian state did this incident take place? a) Kerala b) Karnataka c) Tamil Nadu d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Tamil Nadu 2.What was the final reported death toll from the stampede at a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, on September 27, 2025? a) 35 b) 36 c) 39 d) 40 Ans: c) 39 3.Among the victims of the stampede at a political rally in Karur, Tamil Nadu, how many were reported to be children? a) Five b) Six c) Seven d) Eight Ans: d) Eight 4.The historic first-ever Asia Cup final between India and Pakistan on September 28, 2025, was held in which city? a) Sharjah b) Abu Dhabi c) Dubai d) Colombo Ans: c) Dubai 5.The 2025 Asia Cup final marked a significant moment in the tournament's history because: a) It was the first time India won the cup b) It was the first time Pakistan reached the final c) It was the first time India and Pakistan faced each other in an Asia Cup final in 41 years d) It was the first time the final was held outside Asia Ans: c) It was the first time India and Pakistan faced each other in an Asia Cup final in 41 years 6.Under Phase III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme, how many postgraduate (PG) medical seats are approved to be increased in government medical institutions? a) 4,000 b) 5,000 c) 5,023 d) 10,023 Ans: b) 5,000 7.How many undergraduate (UG) medical seats are approved for expansion under Phase III of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme? a) 4,000 b) 5,000 c) 5,023 d) 10,023 Ans: c) 5,023 8.By which academic year is the Union Cabinet's approved expansion of medical education seats targeted to be completed? a) 2026–27 b) 2027–28 c) 2028–29 d) 2029–30 Ans: c) 2028–29 9.On September 28, 2025, the Indian Army celebrated which anniversary of Gunners Day? a) 198th b) 199th c) 200th d) 201st Ans: b) 199th 10.Gunners Day commemorates the raising of which specific unit of the Indian Army? a) The 1st Artillery Regiment b) The 5 (Bombay) Mountain Battery c) The Madras Sappers d) The Sikh Regiment Ans: b) The 5 (Bombay) Mountain Battery 11.Who is the current Army Chief mentioned extending greetings on the 199th Gunners Day? a) General Manoj Pande b) General Bipin Rawat c) General Upendra Dwivedi d) General V.K. Singh Ans: c) General Upendra Dwivedi 12.India strongly countered which country at the United Nations regarding remarks on terrorism, following its reaction to EAM S. Jaishankar's speech? a) China b) Afghanistan c) Pakistan d) Iran Ans: c) Pakistan 13.Who delivered India's Right of Reply at the UN, asserting that a 'neighbour who was not named chose to nevertheless respond and admit their longstanding practice of cross-border terrorism'? a) S. Jaishankar b) T.S. Tirumurti c) Rentala Srinivas d) Syed Akbaruddin Ans: c) Rentala Srinivas 14.Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched which scheme in Bihar on September 27, 2025, aimed at promoting women's self-employment? a) Mahila Kalyan Yojana b) Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana c) Nari Shakti Abhiyan d) Gramin Mahila Utthan Yojana Ans: b) Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana 15.How many women beneficiaries received the first installment of Rs 10,000 each under Bihar's Mukhyamantri Mahila Rojgar Yojana? a) 50 lakh b) 65 lakh c) 75 lakh d) 80 lakh Ans: c) 75 lakh 16.External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar urged BRICS nations to defend the multilateral trading system in the context of what global challenges? a) Climate change and pandemics b) Regional conflicts and cyber warfare c) Rising protectionism and tariff volatility d) Energy crisis and food insecurity Ans: c) Rising protectionism and tariff volatility 17.Where did the BRICS Foreign Ministers meeting take place where EAM S. Jaishankar made his remarks on defending the multilateral trading system? a) New Delhi b) Beijing c) Moscow d) New York Ans: d) New York

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1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 8% b) 7.8% c) 4.6% d) 3.5% Ans: b) 7.8% 2.According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, what is India's status among major economies...

1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 8% b) 7.8% c) 4.6% d) 3.5% Ans: b) 7.8% 2.According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, what is India's status among major economies based on its average annual growth rate between 2021-22 and 2024-25? a) Second fastest-growing b) Third fastest-growing c) Fastest-growing d) Among the top five fastest-growing Ans: c) Fastest-growing 3.What is the projected Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation for the current fiscal year, following the recent GST rate cuts? a) 4.6% b) 3.5% c) 8% d) 7.8% Ans: b) 3.5% 4.Which organization warned that high tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods pose a major risk to India's growth? a) Finance Ministry b) Crisil Intelligence c) HDFC Bank d) Reserve Bank of India Ans: b) Crisil Intelligence 5.What is the US reportedly pressing India to do to secure a trade deal, according to the provided content? a) Increase imports of US agricultural products b) Halt its purchases of Russian oil c) Reduce tariffs on US technology products d) Provide more market access for US financial services Ans: b) Halt its purchases of Russian oil 6.Why are Indian pharmaceutical firms expected to largely evade the immediate impact of US tariffs on branded drugs? a) They have diversified their export markets. b) Their exports predominantly consist of generics. c) They have secured exemptions from the US government. d) The tariffs are only on specific drug categories not produced by India. Ans: b) Their exports predominantly consist of generics. 7.What was the total worth of development projects unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Odisha? a) ₹70,000 crore b) $702.57 billion c) ₹60,000 crore d) ₹40,000 crore Ans: c) ₹60,000 crore 8.How much financial push has the government approved for the shipbuilding industry? a) ₹60,000 crore b) ₹70,000 crore c) ₹3 million d) ₹40,000 crore Ans: b) ₹70,000 crore 9.What was India's foreign exchange reserves figure as of September 19, according to the content? a) $702.57 billion b) $60,000 crore c) $3.5 billion d) $4.6 billion Ans: a) $702.57 billion 10.By what percentage did India's smartphone exports surge in August 2025? a) 20% b) 39% c) 7.8% d) 8% Ans: b) 39% 11.How much has the food processing sector expanded over the last decade? a) Doubled b) Tripled c) 20-fold d) 39% Ans: c) 20-fold 12.In which two areas is India emerging as a leader, according to the text? a) Branded drug manufacturing and rare earth magnet production b) Automotive exports and consumer electronics c) Third-party logistics (3PL) expansion and global green hydrogen push d) Traditional energy sources and banking services Ans: c) Third-party logistics (3PL) expansion and global green hydrogen push 13.Which bank's Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) branch was barred by the local regulator from onboarding new clients? a) State Bank of India b) ICICI Bank c) HDFC Bank d) Axis Bank Ans: c) HDFC Bank 14.What is a specific challenge mentioned regarding India-China business relations that impacts Indian auto and electronics companies? a) China's high tariffs on Indian goods. b) India's restrictions on Chinese technology imports. c) China holding rare earth magnet import applications and India maintaining restrictions. d) Disputes over intellectual property rights. Ans: c) China holding rare earth magnet import applications and India maintaining restrictions.

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1.Which two permanent members of the UN Security Council jointly proposed a resolution regarding the Ukraine conflict that was subsequently rejected? a) United States and United Kingdom b) Russia and China c) France and Germany d) In...

1.Which two permanent members of the UN Security Council jointly proposed a resolution regarding the Ukraine conflict that was subsequently rejected? a) United States and United Kingdom b) Russia and China c) France and Germany d) India and Brazil Ans: b) Russia and China 2.The pro-Russian political party 'Greater Moldova' was recently banned from participating in upcoming elections in Moldova. What was the stated reason for its exclusion? a) Inciting ethnic hatred b) Suspected illegal financing c) Violation of campaign finance laws d) Ties to extremist organizations Ans: b) Suspected illegal financing 3.Moldova's crucial parliamentary elections, mentioned in the context of banning pro-Russian parties, are scheduled for which date? a) October 15, 2024 b) September 28, 2025 c) November 5, 2024 d) August 10, 2025 Ans: b) September 28, 2025 4.In which two Ukrainian regions has intensified fighting recently been reported, with Russia tightening its siege in one and claiming control over a strategic village in the other? a) Kyiv and Lviv b) Kharkiv and Dnipro c) Zaporozhye and Sumy d) Odesa and Mykolaiv Ans: c) Zaporozhye and Sumy 5.Which strategic village in the Sumy region, claimed by the Russian Ministry of Defense, was described as a critical logistical hub for Ukraine? a) Bakhmut b) Avdiivka c) Yunakivka d) Robotyne Ans: c) Yunakivka 6.What is the current stance of Ukraine's President Zelensky regarding potential territorial concessions to Russia? a) He is open to minor territorial adjustments. b) Kyiv would not accept any territorial concessions. c) He is considering a referendum on contested territories. d) He has not publicly stated a position on the matter. Ans: b) Kyiv would not accept any territorial concessions. 7.Iran's Foreign Minister warned that cooperation with which international body would cease if United Nations sanctions are reactivated? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) c) United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) d) International Criminal Court (ICC) Ans: b) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 8.Which three European countries (E3) activated the 'snapback' mechanism regarding the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)? a) Germany, Italy, Spain b) Britain, France, Germany c) France, Italy, Belgium d) United Kingdom, Netherlands, Sweden Ans: b) Britain, France, Germany 9.Despite potential reimposition of UN sanctions, Iran's President emphasized that the country would not withdraw from which international treaty? a) Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty (CTBT) b) Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) c) Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) d) Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty (START) Ans: c) Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) 10.In which refugee camp in central Gaza were casualties reported, including nine members of a single family, amidst ongoing Israeli airstrikes? a) Jabalia refugee camp b) Rafah refugee camp c) Nuseirat refugee camp d) Khan Younis refugee camp Ans: c) Nuseirat refugee camp 11.Which country's Foreign Minister recently reiterated support for India's bid for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council, emphasizing the need for UNSC reform? a) United States b) China c) Russia d) France Ans: c) Russia 12.Besides India, which other country's application for a permanent seat in the UN Security Council did Russia's Foreign Minister express support for? a) Japan b) Germany c) Brazil d) South Africa Ans: c) Brazil 13.According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), what is identified as the primary driver for the projected more than doubling of global data centre electricity demand by 2030? a) Increased cryptocurrency mining b) Expansion of 5G networks c) Artificial Intelligence (AI) d) Growth of cloud computing services Ans: c) Artificial Intelligence (AI) 14.By what year is global data centre electricity demand projected to reach 945 TWh, primarily driven by Artificial Intelligence (AI), according to the IEA? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030

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1.Who represented India at the UN General Assembly and BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting to articulate India's foreign policy priorities? a) Narendra Modi b) S. Jaishankar c) Nirmala Sitharaman d) Amit Shah Ans: b) S. Jaishankar
1.Who represented India at the UN General Assembly and BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting to articulate India's foreign policy priorities? a) Narendra Modi b) S. Jaishankar c) Nirmala Sitharaman d) Amit Shah Ans: b) S. Jaishankar 2.At the UN General Assembly, India's External Affairs Minister strongly condemned which country for its glorification of terrorism? a) China b) Russia c) Pakistan d) Turkey Ans: c) Pakistan 3.What specific reform did India advocate for regarding the UN Security Council at the UNGA? a) Reduction in permanent members b) Expansion in both permanent and non-permanent memberships c) Abolition of veto power d) Annual rotation of all member states Ans: b) Expansion in both permanent and non-permanent memberships 4.Besides condemning terrorism, S. Jaishankar pressed for an end to hostilities in which two conflict zones at the UNGA? a) Syria and Yemen b) Ukraine and Gaza c) Afghanistan and Sudan d) Ethiopia and Myanmar Ans: b) Ukraine and Gaza 5.At the BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting, India emphasized the bloc's crucial role in defending what amidst rising protectionism? a) Bilateral trade agreements b) Regional economic blocs c) The multilateral trading system d) Digital currencies Ans: c) The multilateral trading system 6.The 13th Amrit Bharat Express, recently flagged off, connects which two major cities/regions? a) Mumbai and Delhi b) Surat and Brahmapur c) Chennai and Kolkata d) Bengaluru and Hyderabad Ans: b) Surat and Brahmapur 7.Who virtually inaugurated the Udhna (Surat)–Brahmapur Amrit Bharat Express? a) The President of India b) The Minister of Railways c) The Prime Minister of India d) The Chief Minister of Gujarat Ans: c) The Prime Minister of India 8.Which type of train is the Amrit Bharat Express described as in the provided text? a) AC Sleeper b) Non-AC superfast c) High-speed bullet train d) Freight express Ans: b) Non-AC superfast 9.In which Indian state did a tragic stampede occur at a political rally, claiming multiple lives? a) Karnataka b) Kerala c) Andhra Pradesh d) Tamil Nadu Ans: d) Tamil Nadu 10.The political rally where the stampede occurred in Karur was addressed by which prominent personality? a) M.K. Stalin b) Vijay (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president) c) S. Jaishankar d) Narendra Modi Ans: b) Vijay (Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam president) 11.Following the tragic stampede in Karur, who among the following leaders ordered an inquiry into the incident? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin c) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar d) The President of India Ans: b) Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin 12.The Udhna (Surat)–Brahmapur Amrit Bharat Express aims to enhance travel between which two Indian states? a) Maharashtra and West Bengal b) Gujarat and Odisha c) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar d) Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh Ans: b) Gujarat and Odisha 13.According to S. Jaishankar, BRICS stands as a 'strong voice of reason and constructive change' when what is under stress? a) Regional alliances b) Economic globalization c) Multilateralism d) Bilateral diplomacy Ans: c) Multilateralism

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1.What was the primary reason cited for the Indian stock market's significant decline on September 26, 2025? a) High inflation rates in India b) US President imposing 100% tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs and other goods c) A major co...

1.What was the primary reason cited for the Indian stock market's significant decline on September 26, 2025? a) High inflation rates in India b) US President imposing 100% tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs and other goods c) A major corporate scandal in the IT sector d) A sharp increase in crude oil prices Ans: b) US President imposing 100% tariffs on pharmaceutical drugs and other goods 2.Which two Indian economic sectors were particularly hit by the market sell-off triggered by US tariffs? a) Automobile and Banking b) Pharmaceutical and Information Technology (IT) c) Agriculture and Infrastructure d) Real Estate and FMCG Ans: b) Pharmaceutical and Information Technology (IT) 3.What was India's GDP growth rate in Q1 FY26, as highlighted by the Finance Ministry's monthly economic review? a) 6.5% b) 6.9% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 4.Which international agency upgraded India's sovereign rating to BBB+ from BBB in FY26? a) Moody's b) Standard & Poor's (S&P) c) Fitch Ratings d) R&I (Rating and Investment Information, Inc.) Ans: d) R&I (Rating and Investment Information, Inc.) 5.What is the simplified GST structure effective from September 22, 2025? a) Three slabs (5%, 12%, 18%) b) Two slabs (5% and 18%) c) Four slabs (5%, 12%, 18%, 28%) d) A single slab of 18% Ans: b) Two slabs (5% and 18%) 6.What is the target for India's National Green Hydrogen Mission in terms of annual production by 2030? a) 2 million metric tonnes (MMT) b) 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) c) 10 million metric tonnes (MMT) d) 15 million metric tonnes (MMT) Ans: b) 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) 7.What was the gross Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in India during Q1 FY26? a) $15.8 billion b) $20.1 billion c) $25.2 billion d) $30.5 billion Ans: c) $25.2 billion 8.As part of potential trade deal negotiations with the US, what has India offered to purchase? a) American defense equipment b) Corn for ethanol production and increased energy imports c) Advanced semiconductor technology d) US-made automobiles Ans: b) Corn for ethanol production and increased energy imports 9.Union Home Minister Amit Shah announced that the 'Make in India 2.0' initiative would focus on which aspect? a) Expanding traditional manufacturing sectors b) Promoting agricultural exports exclusively c) Emerging sectors expected to shape the global economy over the next 25 years d) Strengthening the textile industry Ans: c) Emerging sectors expected to shape the global economy over the next 25 years 10.By how many paise did the Indian rupee depreciate against the US dollar on September 26, 2025? a) Two paise b) Five paise c) Ten paise d) Fifteen paise Ans: b) Five paise 11.According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), what percentage of India's merchandise exports to the US are exempt from tariffs? a) 25% b) 30% c) 45% d) 60% Ans: c) 45% 12.Which of the following products saw their GST rates reduced from 28% to 18% in the new reforms effective September 22, 2025? a) Life-saving drugs b) Farm machinery and irrigation equipment c) Two-wheelers, small cars, TVs, ACs, and cement d) Household essentials Ans: c) Two-wheelers, small cars, TVs, ACs, and cement 13.Who inaugurated the first Annual Green Hydrogen R&D Conference? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Union Minister Pralhad Joshi d) RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das Ans: c) Union Minister Pralhad Joshi 14.What is the projected annual gross FDI inflow for India if the current trend continues? a) Around $50 billion b) Around $75 billion c) Around $100 billion d) Around $125 billion Ans: c) Around $100 billion 15.On what date were the Indian stock markets and banks closed due to a standard weekend non-trading day and a designated bank holiday, respectively? a) September 22, 2025 b) September 26, 2025 c) September 27, 2025 d) September 28, 2025 Ans: c) September 27, 2025

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1.What was the primary focus of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) according to the provided text? a) Global climate change initiatives b) The escalating tensions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict c) Economic sanction...

1.What was the primary focus of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) according to the provided text? a) Global climate change initiatives b) The escalating tensions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict c) Economic sanctions against Russia d) International space exploration treaties Ans: b) The escalating tensions surrounding the Israel-Gaza conflict 2.Which action by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during his UNGA speech prompted several delegates to walk out? a) His call for increased international aid to Gaza b) His strong condemnation of countries that have recognized a Palestinian state c) His proposal for a new peace treaty d) His announcement of new economic sanctions Ans: b) His strong condemnation of countries that have recognized a Palestinian state 3.Which international body blacklisted 68 companies for alleged complicity in rights violations within Israeli settlements? a) The International Criminal Court b) The United Nations c) The European Union d) The US Department of Justice Ans: b) The United Nations 4.What significant step did Palestine take recently regarding its international affiliations, as mentioned in the text? a) Applied for NATO membership b) Applied for BRICS membership c) Requested permanent observer status at the African Union d) Initiated a new trade agreement with the EU Ans: b) Applied for BRICS membership 5.Former FBI Director James Comey was indicted on which of the following charges? a) Treason and espionage b) Embezzlement and fraud c) Making a false statement and obstruction of a congressional proceeding d) Perjury and witness tampering Ans: c) Making a false statement and obstruction of a congressional proceeding 6.The US Department of Justice reportedly called for an investigation into George Soros's philanthropic group, the Open Society Foundations, over potential charges including which of the following? a) Tax evasion and money laundering b) Insider trading and market manipulation c) Arson and material support for terrorism d) Election interference and lobbying violations Ans: c) Arson and material support for terrorism 7.According to President Trump's announcement, what was the tariff rate imposed on branded products and patented pharmaceuticals imported into the US? a) 25% b) 30% c) 50% d) 100% Ans: d) 100% 8.The US Supreme Court sided with President Trump on which significant financial matter? a) Approving a new national budget b) Allowing his administration to freeze $4 billion in foreign aid c) Authorizing increased defense spending d) Implementing a new tax reform package Ans: b) Allowing his administration to freeze $4 billion in foreign aid 9.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claimed Russian drone incursions into Ukrainian airspace originated from which country? a) Poland b) Belarus c) Hungary d) Romania Ans: c) Hungary 10.Which two countries jointly attempted to delay sanctions on Iran, an effort that was rejected by the UN Security Council? a) US and UK b) Germany and France c) Russia and China d) India and Brazil Ans: c) Russia and China 11.Which Indian activist, known for advocating for Ladakh statehood, was arrested? a) Anna Hazare b) Sonam Wangchuk c) Medha Patkar d) Kailash Satyarthi Ans: b) Sonam Wangchuk 12.China recently introduced a new visa category aimed at attracting global talent. What is this visa called? a) G-Visa b) T-Visa c) K-Visa d) E-Visa Ans: c) K-Visa 13.In which country was India's UPI (Unified Payments Interface) recently launched, enhancing digital payment options? a) United Arab Emirates b) Saudi Arabia c) Qatar d) Oman Ans: c) Qatar 14.India and which other country recently signed an Organic Products Mutual Recognition Arrangement? a) United States b) Canada c) Germany d) Australia Ans: d) Australia 15.Microsoft reportedly barred the Israeli military from using some of its services linked to what specific activity? a) Cybersecurity defense b) Logistics and supply chain management c) Surveillance of Palestinians d) Drone operation and targeting Ans: c) Surveillance of Palestinians 16.The European Union is progressing with plans for a 'drone wall' in response to incursions from which country? a) China b) Russia c) Iran d) Turkey Ans: b) Russia

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1.Under which act was climate activist Sonam Wangchuk reportedly arrested by Ladakh police? a) Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) b) National Security Act (NSA) c) Public Safety Act (PSA) d) Essential Services Maintenance Ac...

1.Under which act was climate activist Sonam Wangchuk reportedly arrested by Ladakh police? a) Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) b) National Security Act (NSA) c) Public Safety Act (PSA) d) Essential Services Maintenance Act (ESMA) Ans: b) National Security Act (NSA) 2.To which Indian state was Sonam Wangchuk reportedly moved after his arrest in Ladakh? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Uttar Pradesh c) Rajasthan d) Punjab Ans: c) Rajasthan 3.The protests in Ladakh, amidst which Sonam Wangchuk was arrested, are primarily agitating for which two demands? a) Special Economic Zone status and increased tourism funds b) Statehood and Sixth Schedule status c) Direct Central rule and more military bases d) Enhanced border security and infrastructure development Ans: b) Statehood and Sixth Schedule status 4.Which missile was successfully test-fired by DRDO from a rail-based mobile launcher for the first time? a) Prithvi-II b) BrahMos c) Agni-Prime (Agni-P) d) Akash-NG Ans: c) Agni-Prime (Agni-P) 5.The Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a substantial deal with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the procurement of which aircraft? a) Sukhoi Su-30MKI b) Rafale c) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A d) C-130J Super Hercules Ans: c) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A 6.What is the total value of the deal signed between MoD and HAL for the 97 LCA Tejas Mk1A aircraft? a) ₹32,370 crore b) ₹48,500 crore c) ₹62,370 crore d) ₹75,120 crore Ans: c) ₹62,370 crore 7.Which fighter jets are being phased out by the Indian Air Force? a) Dassault Mirage 2000 b) MiG-21s c) SEPECAT Jaguars d) HAL Tejas Mk1 Ans: b) MiG-21s 8.Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched which scheme in Bihar, involving a transfer of ₹10,000 each to 75 lakh women? a) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana b) Mukhya Mantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana c) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao d) PM Awas Yojana Ans: b) Mukhya Mantri Mahila Rozgar Yojana 9.What significant electoral reform was reinstated by the Election Commission of India (ECI) regarding the counting sequence? a) Simultaneous counting of EVM and postal ballots b) Counting of postal ballots after EVM results are finalized c) Completion of postal ballot counting before EVM results d) Random selection of EVMs for prior counting Ans: c) Completion of postal ballot counting before EVM results 10.The ECI's decision on the new counting sequence aligns with which rule of the Conduct of Elections Rules, 1961? a) Rule 42B b) Rule 54A c) Rule 61C d) Rule 78D Ans: b) Rule 54A 11.India dismissed claims suggesting that Prime Minister Modi had called Russian President Vladimir Putin regarding which specific international matter? a) Bilateral trade agreements b) A NATO plan for Ukraine c) Energy security in Asia d) Joint military exercises Ans: b) A NATO plan for Ukraine 12.In which sporting event did India clinch a Super Over victory against Sri Lanka? a) Cricket World Cup b) T20 World Cup c) Asia Cup d) ICC Champions Trophy Ans: c) Asia Cup

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1.Which international body's arrest warrant was Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly trying to evade by diverting his flight? a) International Court of Justice (ICJ) b) International Criminal Court (ICC) c) European C...

1.Which international body's arrest warrant was Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly trying to evade by diverting his flight? a) International Court of Justice (ICJ) b) International Criminal Court (ICC) c) European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) d) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Ans: b) International Criminal Court (ICC) 2.Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas, in his address to the UN General Assembly, condemned the actions of which group on October 7, 2023, stating they would have no role in future Palestinian governance? a) Fatah b) Islamic Jihad c) Hamas d) Popular Front for the Liberation of Palestine (PFLP) Ans: c) Hamas 3.Regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, what stance did President Trump reaffirm about Israel's potential annexation of parts of the West Bank? a) Support for Israel's annexation of parts of the West Bank. b) Opposition to Israel's annexation of parts of the West Bank. c) A neutral stance, leaving the decision to both parties. d) Support for a unilateral declaration of Palestinian statehood in the West Bank. Ans: b) Opposition to Israel's annexation of parts of the West Bank. 4.According to President Trump's recent announcement, what is the new tariff rate imposed on pharma drugs, effective October 1? a) 50% b) 75% c) 100% d) 25% Ans: c) 100% 5.Which company reportedly slashed some of its cloud services to the Israeli military, citing concerns over Gaza surveillance issues? a) Google b) Amazon c) Microsoft d) IBM Ans: c) Microsoft 6.Which former FBI Director is reportedly set to be indicted on criminal charges in Virginia? a) Robert Mueller b) James Comey c) Andrew McCabe d) Christopher Wray Ans: b) James Comey 7.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, addressing the UN General Assembly, specifically warned global leaders about the dangers of a new arms race involving what type of weaponry? a) Nuclear weapons b) Biological weapons c) AI weapons d) Chemical weapons Ans: c) AI weapons 8.By what percentage range does China aim to significantly reduce its greenhouse gas emissions by 2035, as announced by President Xi Jinping? a) 5-8 percent b) 7-10 percent c) 10-12 percent d) 12-15 percent Ans: b) 7-10 percent 9.Which super typhoon, described as the strongest storm of the year, recently caused widespread devastation across East Asia? a) Typhoon Haima b) Typhoon Mangkhut c) Super Typhoon Ragasa d) Typhoon Rai Ans: c) Super Typhoon Ragasa 10.Which Indian institution has been nominated as a UN Centre of Excellence for Artificial Intelligence capacity building, aiming to bridge the AI capacity gap in the Global South? a) IIT-Delhi b) IIT-Bombay c) IIT-Madras d) IISc Bangalore Ans: c) IIT-Madras 11.A recent UN report indicates that while there has been a modest global decline in hunger since 2022, food insecurity continues to rise in which two specific regions? a) North America and Europe b) South America and Oceania c) Africa and Western Asia d) East Asia and Southeast Asia Ans: c) Africa and Western Asia 12.Which country recently conducted an undeclared missile test and began rebuilding missile facilities previously destroyed by Israeli bombardments? a) Syria b) Lebanon c) Yemen d) Iran Ans: d) Iran 13.Drone incursions leading to the closure of two Danish airports were described as what type of attacks? a) Cyber attacks b) Hybrid attacks c) Terrorist attacks d) Conventional attacks Ans: b) Hybrid attacks

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1.What is the primary objective of the ₹2,277 crore scheme approved by the Union Cabinet for the science and technology sector? a) To establish new research institutions across the country. b) To provide Capacity Building and Human R...

1.What is the primary objective of the ₹2,277 crore scheme approved by the Union Cabinet for the science and technology sector? a) To establish new research institutions across the country. b) To provide Capacity Building and Human Resource Development in S&T. c) To fund international collaborations in space exploration. d) To procure advanced scientific equipment from abroad. Ans: b) To provide Capacity Building and Human Resource Development in S&T. 2.The Capacity Building and Human Resource Development (CBHRD) scheme in science and technology is primarily implemented by which two organizations? a) ISRO and DRDO b) DSIR and CSIR c) TIFR and INST d) DST and DBT Ans: b) DSIR and CSIR 3.What is the total financial outlay approved for the Capacity Building and Human Resource Development (CBHRD) scheme for the 15th Finance Commission cycle (2021-22 to 2025-26)? a) ₹1,500 crore b) ₹2,000 crore c) ₹2,277.397 crore d) ₹3,000 crore Ans: c) ₹2,277.397 crore 4.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of the sub-schemes consolidated under the new Capacity Building and Human Resource Development (CBHRD) scheme? a) Doctoral and Postdoctoral Fellowships b) Promotion and Recognition of Excellence through awards c) International Student Exchange Programs d) Extramural Research Scheme Ans: c) International Student Exchange Programs 5.India recently achieved a milestone by successfully testing its first indigenous 6-qubit quantum processor. Which of the following organizations was NOT part of this collaborative effort? a) DRDO's Young Scientists Laboratory for Quantum Technologies b) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR), Mumbai c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru d) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) Ans: c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru 6.What is the primary significance of India's development of its first indigenous 6-qubit quantum processor? a) It enables direct communication with extraterrestrial life. b) It establishes India's position on the global quantum computing map and reduces reliance on imported hardware. c) It allows for immediate mass production of quantum computers for commercial use. d) It is the world's first quantum processor of any kind. Ans: b) It establishes India's position on the global quantum computing map and reduces reliance on imported hardware. 7.How many qubits does India's recently developed indigenous quantum processor feature? a) 3 qubits b) 6 qubits c) 12 qubits d) 64 qubits Ans: b) 6 qubits 8.Which institute developed the nanomaterial capable of non-invasive brain cell stimulation, offering potential new therapies for brain disorders? a) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi b) Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) c) National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS) d) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) Ans: b) Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) 9.What is the primary benefit of the newly developed nanomaterial for brain cell stimulation? a) It can cure all types of cancer. b) It enables non-invasive stimulation, bypassing the need for surgical procedures. c) It can enhance human intelligence significantly. d) It allows for wireless data transfer from the brain. Ans: b) It enables non-invasive stimulation, bypassing the need for surgical procedures. 10.Who, as Chairman of ISRO and Secretary of the Department of Space, highlighted the transformative convergence of nanotechnology, AI, and robotics for space and healthcare? a) Dr. K. Sivan b) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam c) Dr. V. Narayanan d) Dr. Jitendra Singh Ans: c) Dr. V. Narayanan 11.ISRO has extended its collaboration with which technology solutions provider to enhance the operations of its launch vehicle and satellite missions at the Satish Dhawan Space Centre? a) Google b) Microsoft c) Schneider Electric d) Siemens Ans: c) Schneider Electric 12.According to Dr. V. Narayanan of ISRO, which three cutting-edge technologies are profoundly shaping both healthcare and space exploration? a) Biotechnology, Blockchain, and Virtual Reality b) Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, and Robotics c) Quantum Computing, 3D Printing, and Genetic Engineering d) Superconductivity, Fusion Energy, and Holography Ans: b) Nanotechnology, Artificial Intelligence, and Robotics 13.Which Union Ministry launched the 'Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025' to foster innovation and self-reliance among school students? a) Ministry of Science and Technology b) Ministry of Education c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology d) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Ans: b) Ministry of Education 14.The 'Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025' is a nationwide virtual innovation contest open to school students from which classes? a) Classes 1 to 5 b) Classes 6 to 12 c) Undergraduate college students d) Postgraduate university students Ans: b) Classes 6 to 12 15.What is the overarching vision that initiatives like 'Viksit Bharat Buildathon 2025' aim to contribute to? a) Becoming a global military superpower by 2030. b) Achieving complete economic independence by 2040. c) Becoming a developed nation ('Viksit Bharat') by 2047. d) Establishing a permanent human settlement on Mars by 2050. Ans: c) Becoming a developed nation ('Viksit Bharat') by 2047.

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September 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When did the new two-rate structure GST 2.0 come into effect in India? a) August 22 b) September 22 c) October 22 d) December 22 Ans: b) September 22 2.What are the two new rates introduced under GST 2.0? a) 8% an...

1.When did the new two-rate structure GST 2.0 come into effect in India? a) August 22 b) September 22 c) October 22 d) December 22 Ans: b) September 22 2.What are the two new rates introduced under GST 2.0? a) 8% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 10% and 20% d) 12% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 3.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) projects an upbeat outlook for the Indian economy, anticipating a 'virtuous cycle' of higher investments and stronger growth for which period? a) H1 2024-25 b) H2 2024-25 c) H1 2025-26 d) H2 2025-26 Ans: d) H2 2025-26 4.India's economy demonstrated a five-quarter high growth in Q1 2025-26. What was the primary driver for this growth according to the RBI? a) Increased global trade b) Strong domestic factors c) Higher foreign aid d) Government subsidies Ans: b) Strong domestic factors 5.For how many consecutive months did the Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation remain well below the target rate, as mentioned in the RBI's September bulletin? a) Five months b) Six months c) Seven months d) Eight months Ans: c) Seven months 6.What milestone did net Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows achieve in July, as per the provided content? a) All-time high b) 12-month high c) 38-month high d) Lowest in a decade Ans: c) 38-month high 7.Who officially launched the GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) portal, aiming to reduce tax litigation? a) The Prime Minister b) The RBI Governor c) The Finance Minister d) The Chief Justice of India Ans: c) The Finance Minister 8.When are the hearings for the newly launched GST Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) portal scheduled to commence? a) October b) November c) December d) January of next year Ans: c) December 9.What direct impact is GST 2.0 expected to have on Maruti Suzuki, as reported in the content? a) Increase production costs b) Reduce small car prices by Rs 1.29 lakh c) Expand its export market d) Introduce new electric vehicle models Ans: b) Reduce small car prices by Rs 1.29 lakh 10.What was one of the primary reasons cited for the recent fourth consecutive day of decline in domestic equity markets? a) Rising crude oil prices b) Concerns over US H-1B visa rules c) Domestic political instability d) Decline in corporate earnings Ans: b) Concerns over US H-1B visa rules 11.Which specific sector is preparing for a significant Initial Public Offering (IPO) wave, aiming to raise approximately ₹13,000 crore over the next nine months? a) Information Technology b) Automobile Manufacturing c) Pharmaceutical and Healthcare d) Renewable Energy Ans: c) Pharmaceutical and Healthcare 12.For what purpose is JSW Group planning to raise ₹7,000 crore via Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs)? a) Expansion of steel production b) Acquisition of AkzoNobel India c) Investment in renewable energy projects d) Debt restructuring Ans: b) Acquisition of AkzoNobel India 13.What was the previous GST system that GST 2.0 replaced? a) A three-rate system b) A four-rate system c) A single-rate system d) A multi-slab system with more than four rates Ans: b) A four-rate system 14.What factors contributed to the moderated current account deficit in Q1, as mentioned in the external sector's resilience? a) Increased imports and reduced exports b) Robust services exports and strong remittance inflows c) Higher foreign borrowings and reduced domestic consumption d) Depreciation of the Indian Rupee Ans: b) Robust services exports and strong remittance inflows

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September 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Super Typhoon Ragasa, identified as the most powerful tropical cyclone of 2025, made landfall in which Chinese province? a) Fujian b) Guangdong c) Hainan d) Zhejiang Ans: b) Guangdong 2.In Taiwan, during Super Typhoon Raga...

1.Super Typhoon Ragasa, identified as the most powerful tropical cyclone of 2025, made landfall in which Chinese province? a) Fujian b) Guangdong c) Hainan d) Zhejiang Ans: b) Guangdong 2.In Taiwan, during Super Typhoon Ragasa, 124 people were reported missing due to a barrier lake overflow in which county? a) Taipei County b) Taichung County c) Hualien County d) Kaohsiung County Ans: c) Hualien County 3.What is the new annual fee imposed by the Trump administration for new H-1B visa applications, effective September 21, 2025? a) $50,000 b) $75,000 c) $100,000 d) $120,000 Ans: c) $100,000 4.Which country's citizens constitute over 70% of H-1B visa holders, and are significantly impacted by the recent fee hike? a) China b) India c) Mexico d) Canada Ans: b) India 5.The new H-1B visa fee hike applies only to which category of applicants? a) Existing visa holders b) Visa renewals c) All applicants including existing and renewals d) New applicants Ans: d) New applicants 6.Which three Sahel nations jointly announced their immediate withdrawal from the International Criminal Court (ICC)? a) Chad, Sudan, Eritrea b) Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger c) Mauritania, Senegal, Gambia d) Ethiopia, Somalia, Djibouti Ans: b) Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger 7.The Sahel nations cited what as a reason for their withdrawal from the ICC? a) Lack of funding b) Instrument of neo-colonial repression and selective justice c) Overlapping jurisdiction with regional courts d) Inability to prosecute high-profile cases Ans: b) Instrument of neo-colonial repression and selective justice 8.The withdrawal of Sahel nations from the ICC follows their earlier withdrawal from which regional economic bloc? a) African Union (AU) b) East African Community (EAC) c) Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) d) Southern African Development Community (SADC) Ans: c) Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) 9.What crucial component is reportedly still missing from Iran's rebuilt missile production sites, essential for producing solid fuel? a) Advanced guidance systems b) Large planetary mixers c) High-grade propellants d) Precision machining tools Ans: b) Large planetary mixers 10.Which two countries are reportedly holding security talks, with Israel demanding the demilitarization of southwestern Syria and safeguarding the Druze population? a) Turkey and Syria b) Israel and Lebanon c) Israel and Syria d) Jordan and Syria Ans: c) Israel and Syria 11.Under whose pressure are the security talks between Israel and Syria reportedly being accelerated? a) United Nations b) European Union c) United States d) Russia Ans: c) United States 12.By which year is Russia expected to complete the delivery of five S-400 Triumf air defense systems to India? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 13.What was the total value of the S-400 Triumf air defense system deal signed between India and Russia in 2018? a) $3.2 billion b) $4.5 billion c) $5.43 billion d) $6.1 billion Ans: c) $5.43 billion 14.India's S-400 missile deal with Russia has proceeded despite warnings from which country regarding potential sanctions under CAATSA? a) China b) France c) United States d) United Kingdom Ans: c) United States 15.Where is the fourth edition of World Food India (WFI) 2025 being hosted? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 16.Which of the following countries are designated as 'Partner Countries' for World Food India 2025? a) Japan and UAE b) Vietnam and Russia c) New Zealand and Saudi Arabia d) Germany and France Ans: c) New Zealand and Saudi Arabia 17.What is the primary objective of India hosting World Food India 2025, as stated in the content? a) To promote organic farming globally b) To establish India as a major food aid provider c) To position India as a 'Global Food Hub' and boost investments in the food processing sector d) To showcase India's traditional culinary arts Ans: c) To position India as a 'Global Food Hub' and boost investments in the food processing sector

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1.What were the primary demands of the violent protests in Ladakh on September 24, 2025? a) Special economic package and increased tourism b) Statehood for Ladakh and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution c) G...

1.What were the primary demands of the violent protests in Ladakh on September 24, 2025? a) Special economic package and increased tourism b) Statehood for Ladakh and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution c) Greater administrative control for New Delhi and reduced local autonomy d) Removal of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) from power in the region Ans: b) Statehood for Ladakh and inclusion under the Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution 2.Which prominent activist, known for advocating for Ladakh's demands, reportedly called off his hunger strike amidst the escalating situation? a) Medha Patkar b) Arvind Kejriwal c) Sonam Wangchuk d) Anna Hazare Ans: c) Sonam Wangchuk 3.Following the violence in Leh, prohibitory orders were imposed under which section of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS)? a) Section 144 b) Section 163 c) Section 197 d) Section 212 Ans: b) Section 163 4.In which year did Ladakh lose its autonomy when it was carved out of India-administered Kashmir? a) 2018 b) 2019 c) 2020 d) 2021 Ans: b) 2019 5.How much rainfall did Kolkata record in 24 hours during the recent deluge, making it the third-wettest September day since 1978? a) 151.4mm b) 201.4mm c) 251.4mm d) 301.4mm Ans: c) 251.4mm 6.The unprecedented downpour in Kolkata, which claimed 12 lives, was recorded as the third-wettest September day since which year? a) 1968 b) 1978 c) 1988 d) 1998 Ans: b) 1978 7.How many lives were tragically claimed due to the historic rainfall and widespread flooding in Kolkata? a) 8 b) 10 c) 12 d) 15 Ans: c) 12 8.What GDP growth rate has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) projected for the current financial year, supported by strong domestic demand? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 7.0% d) 7.5% Ans: b) 6.5% 9.What is an anticipated benefit of the next-generation GST reforms, according to the provided brief? a) Increased government expenditure on social welfare b) Simplification of the tax system and potential lowering of consumer prices c) Reduction in foreign direct investment d) Higher import duties on essential goods Ans: b) Simplification of the tax system and potential lowering of consumer prices 10.An "overground worker" was recently arrested for providing logistical support to terrorists involved in an attack in which specific location? a) Srinagar b) Jammu c) Pahalgam d) Baramulla Ans: c) Pahalgam 11.In which city did the Congress Working Committee hold a strategy meeting ahead of the upcoming Bihar polls? a) Lucknow b) Patna c) Ranchi d) Bhubaneshwar Ans: b) Patna 12.Despite recent "turbulence," a senior US State Department official described the diplomatic relations between the United States and India as being on what trajectory? a) Neutral b) Deteriorating c) Positive d) Unpredictable Ans: c) Positive

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September 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which NITI Aayog report, released recently, provides insights into India's achievements, challenges, and future roadmap in innovation? a) 'Innovate India: A Vision for Tomorrow' b) 'Pathways to Progress: Analysis and Insights into ...

1.Which NITI Aayog report, released recently, provides insights into India's achievements, challenges, and future roadmap in innovation? a) 'Innovate India: A Vision for Tomorrow' b) 'Pathways to Progress: Analysis and Insights into India's Innovation Story' c) 'India's Tech Transformation: A Decade in Review' d) 'The Future of Innovation: India's Global Leadership' Ans: b) 'Pathways to Progress: Analysis and Insights into India's Innovation Story' 2.Who among the following underscored India's progress in building a robust innovation ecosystem and advocated for the nation to be recognized as a global brand of excellence in knowledge, science, and technology? a) Jitendra Singh b) V K Saraswat c) Dharmendra Pradhan d) The Prime Minister Ans: c) Dharmendra Pradhan 3.What is the estimated investment India is making into its 'Semiconductor Mission' to transition from a chip buyer to a chip maker? a) $10.5 billion b) $15.0 billion c) $18.2 billion d) $20.0 billion Ans: c) $18.2 billion 4.How many new projects, covering design, fabrication, testing, and packaging, have been approved under India's 'Semiconductor Mission'? a) 5 b) 7 c) 10 d) 12 Ans: c) 10 5.Which Indian institute's researchers developed a nanomaterial that can stimulate brain cells without the need for surgery? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) c) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi d) Council of Scientific & Industrial Research (CSIR) Ans: b) Institute of Nano Science and Technology (INST) 6.What is the specific nanomaterial identified by Indian scientists that naturally interacts with neurons, promoting their growth, maturation, and communication? a) Graphene oxide b) Carbon nanotubes c) Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) d) Silicon nanoparticles Ans: c) Graphitic carbon nitride (g-C₃N₄) 7.The nanomaterial breakthrough for stimulating brain cells holds potential therapeutic avenues for which of the following conditions? a) Cardiovascular diseases b) Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's c) Autoimmune disorders d) Infectious diseases Ans: b) Neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinson's and Alzheimer's 8.What is the name of India's first proposed fusion electricity generator, as per the roadmap from IPR Gandhinagar, aiming for a power output five times its input? a) ITER-Bharat b) Plasma Fusion Reactor-India (PFR-I) c) Steady-state Superconducting Tokamak-Bharat (SST-Bharat) d) Fusion Energy Device - Shakti (FED-S) Ans: c) Steady-state Superconducting Tokamak-Bharat (SST-Bharat) 9.Which advanced concepts are being incorporated into India's fusion power roadmap to accelerate progress in fusion technology? a) Quantum computing and blockchain technology b) Digital twinning and machine learning-assisted plasma confinement c) Advanced robotics and artificial intelligence d) Nanotechnology and genetic engineering Ans: b) Digital twinning and machine learning-assisted plasma confinement 10.The Tata Chemicals Limited (TCL)–TERI Centre of Excellence (CoE) on Biochemicals was inaugurated at which location? a) TERI Campus, Bengaluru b) TERI Gram, Gurugram c) TERI Headquarters, New Delhi d) Tata Chemicals Research Centre, Pune Ans: b) TERI Gram, Gurugram 11.What is the primary goal of the TCL–TERI Centre of Excellence (CoE) on Biochemicals? a) To promote the use of fossil fuels in chemical production. b) To develop new pesticides for agricultural applications. c) To accelerate India's transition towards sustainable biochemical production from renewable feedstocks. d) To research advanced materials for space exploration. Ans: c) To accelerate India's transition towards sustainable biochemical production from renewable feedstocks. 12.Who highlighted the pervasive nature of innovation in India, extending beyond frontier technologies, as mentioned in the provided content? a) Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan b) Science & Technology Minister Jitendra Singh c) NITI Aayog member V K Saraswat d) The CEO of Tata Chemicals Limited Ans: b) Science & Technology Minister Jitendra Singh 13.The primary objective of India's 'Semiconductor Mission' is to achieve: a) Exclusive export of semiconductors b) Complete reliance on foreign technology c) Technological sovereignty and self-sufficient supply chain d) Development of quantum computing chips only Ans: c) Technological sovereignty and self-sufficient supply chain

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1.What is S&P Global Ratings' GDP growth forecast for India for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 6.5% 2.According to S&P Global Ratings, what is the anticipated rate cut by the R...

1.What is S&P Global Ratings' GDP growth forecast for India for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 6.5% 2.According to S&P Global Ratings, what is the anticipated rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) within the current fiscal year? a) 50 basis points b) 25 basis points c) 10 basis points d) No rate cut expected Ans: b) 25 basis points 3.What is the revised inflation forecast by S&P Global Ratings for India for the current fiscal year? a) 3.0% b) 3.2% c) 3.5% d) 4.0% Ans: b) 3.2% 4.By how many basis points has the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) raised India's growth forecast for 2025-26? a) 25 basis points b) 30 basis points c) 40 basis points d) 50 basis points Ans: c) 40 basis points 5.Which of the following factors is cited by the OECD for its upward revision of India's growth forecast for 2025-26? a) Strong global trade growth b) Increased foreign direct investment c) Monetary and fiscal policy easing, including GST reforms d) Robust agricultural output due to excellent monsoon Ans: c) Monetary and fiscal policy easing, including GST reforms 6.What was India's flash composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in September, indicating a slight slowdown from August's 63.2? a) 63.2 b) 61.9 c) 59.3 d) 58.5 Ans: b) 61.9 7.What was a primary reason attributed to the moderation in India's economic activity in September, according to the text? a) A decrease in domestic demand b) A surge in global oil prices c) 50% US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump d) A decline in agricultural production Ans: c) 50% US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump 8.When did the 50% US tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump become effective, contributing to the moderation in India's economic activity? a) August 27, 2024 b) September 23, 2025 c) August 27, 2025 d) March 31, 2026 Ans: c) August 27, 2025 9.On September 23, 2025, what was the all-time low value reached by the Indian Rupee against the U.S. dollar? a) 87.50 b) 88.00 c) 88.75 d) 89.25 Ans: c) 88.75 10.The significant depreciation of the Indian Rupee on September 23, 2025, was primarily linked to which of the following? a) A decrease in India's trade surplus b) Sustained outflows of foreign funds triggered by a hike in US H-1B visa fees c) A sharp increase in domestic inflation d) A downgrade of India's credit rating Ans: b) Sustained outflows of foreign funds triggered by a hike in US H-1B visa fees 11.Despite external headwinds, what was identified as a key driver of India's economy, showing a second consecutive month of growth? a) Export orders b) Foreign direct investment c) Domestic demand d) Government spending Ans: c) Domestic demand 12.India is reportedly considering increasing the foreign investment limit in Public Sector Banks (PSBs) from the current 20%. What is the government's assurance regarding its stake in these banks? a) It will divest all stakes in PSBs. b) It will retain at least a 51% stake. c) It will reduce its stake to below 20%. d) It will only allow foreign investment up to 49%. Ans: b) It will retain at least a 51% stake. 13.Besides the Rupee depreciation, what other impact was directly linked to the H-1B visa fee hike according to the text? a) Increased manufacturing output b) Improved business confidence c) Cautious sentiment in the Indian equity market d) A rise in domestic demand Ans: c) Cautious sentiment in the Indian equity market

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September 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was the primary warning issued by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the UN General Assembly general debate? a) A call for immediate climate action due to rising sea levels. b) A declaration that the world has 'entered a...

1.What was the primary warning issued by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres at the UN General Assembly general debate? a) A call for immediate climate action due to rising sea levels. b) A declaration that the world has 'entered an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering.' c) An appeal for increased funding for peacekeeping operations globally. d) A statement condemning specific nations for human rights violations. Ans: b) A declaration that the world has 'entered an age of reckless disruption and relentless human suffering.' 2.Which two countries did former U.S. President Donald Trump controversially accuse of being 'primary funders' of Russia's war effort due to their continued purchases of Russian oil? a) Germany and France b) India and China c) Saudi Arabia and UAE d) Turkey and Brazil Ans: b) India and China 3.What significant shift in position did former President Trump express regarding the Ukraine conflict during his UNGA address? a) He advocated for Russia to retain annexed territories for peace. b) He stated his belief that Ukraine can 'fight and WIN all of Ukraine back' with international support. c) He called for an immediate ceasefire without preconditions. d) He proposed a new peace treaty mediated by the United States. Ans: b) He stated his belief that Ukraine can 'fight and WIN all of Ukraine back' with international support. 4.Which land crossing did Israel announce the indefinite closure of, affecting travel between the Israeli-occupied West Bank and Jordan? a) Erez Crossing b) Karni Crossing c) Allenby Bridge d) Rafah Border Crossing Ans: c) Allenby Bridge 5.What was Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei's stated position on direct nuclear negotiations with the United States under current circumstances? a) He expressed conditional openness to such talks. b) He firmly rejected them, calling them a 'dead end.' c) He requested UN mediation for future negotiations. d) He linked talks to the lifting of all sanctions. Ans: b) He firmly rejected them, calling them a 'dead end.' 6.What was the name of the Super Typhoon that caused 14 fatalities in Taiwan and led Hong Kong to issue its highest typhoon warning, T10? a) Typhoon Hagibis b) Typhoon Rai c) Super Typhoon Ragasa d) Typhoon Mangkhut Ans: c) Super Typhoon Ragasa 7.In which county of Taiwan were 124 people reported missing following the impact of Super Typhoon Ragasa? a) Taipei County b) Kaohsiung County c) Hualien County d) Tainan County Ans: c) Hualien County 8.Which two entities formally signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Bali, covering trade in goods, services, and investment? a) India and the European Union b) Indonesia and the European Union c) China and ASEAN d) Japan and Australia Ans: b) Indonesia and the European Union 9.India signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on defence cooperation with which country to establish a framework for collaboration in the defence industry, military training, and joint exercises? a) Israel b) France c) Morocco d) United States Ans: c) Morocco 10.The $125 million loan signed between India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) is aimed at upgrading urban services in which specific Indian state? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Maharashtra c) Assam d) Karnataka Ans: c) Assam 11.What percentage of tariff lines are set to receive preferential treatment under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) signed between Indonesia and the European Union? a) Around 75 percent b) Around 85 percent c) Around 98 percent d) Around 60 percent Ans: c) Around 98 percent 12.Who was found guilty of attempting to assassinate former President Trump at a Florida golf course? a) John Doe b) Ryan Routh c) Mark Smith d) David Jones Ans: b) Ryan Routh

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September 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was the recorded rainfall in Kolkata during the recent severe flooding, making it one of the wettest September days on record? a) 178.5mm b) 205.2mm c) 251.4mm d) 300.0mm Ans: c) 251.4mm 2.How many deaths were reporte...

1.What was the recorded rainfall in Kolkata during the recent severe flooding, making it one of the wettest September days on record? a) 178.5mm b) 205.2mm c) 251.4mm d) 300.0mm Ans: c) 251.4mm 2.How many deaths were reported in Kolkata due to electrocution during the recent severe flooding? a) 5 b) 7 c) 9 d) 11 Ans: c) 9 3.What is the name given to India's largest upcoming drone and counter-drone drill involving the Army, Navy, and Air Force? a) Operation Pawan b) Operation Sindoor / Cold Start c) Operation Vijay d) Operation Trident Ans: b) Operation Sindoor / Cold Start 4.The Supreme Court is set to hear petitions concerning the implementation timeline of which Act? a) Goods and Services Tax Act b) Environmental Protection Act c) Women's Reservation Act d) Right to Information Act Ans: c) Women's Reservation Act 5.Petitioners challenging the Women's Reservation Act's implementation timeline are advocating for its application before which general elections? a) 2024 b) 2029 c) 2034 d) 2039 Ans: b) 2029 6.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected GDP growth for the current financial year (FY25)? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 7.The Centre has introduced significant changes to which tax system, expected to boost India's GDP by nearly ₹20 lakh crore? a) Income Tax b) Corporate Tax c) Goods and Services Tax (GST 2.0) d) Customs Duty Ans: c) Goods and Services Tax (GST 2.0) 8.Which institution will lead 'Mission Daksha', an ambitious initiative aimed at developing satellites for studying gamma-ray bursts? a) ISRO b) DRDO c) IIT Delhi d) IIT Bombay Ans: d) IIT Bombay 9.India's first overseas defence manufacturing facility, a combat vehicle plant by Tata Group, was inaugurated in which country? a) UAE b) Vietnam c) Morocco d) Egypt Ans: c) Morocco 10.Who inaugurated India's first overseas defence manufacturing facility in Morocco? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh c) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar d) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh 11.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently launched infrastructure projects worth ₹5,100 crore in which Northeastern state? a) Assam b) Nagaland c) Arunachal Pradesh d) Manipur Ans: c) Arunachal Pradesh 12.Which US administration is responsible for the sharp hike in H-1B visa fees and proposed changes to its lottery system, drawing criticism in India? a) Biden administration b) Obama administration c) Trump administration d) Bush administration Ans: c) Trump administration 13.What is the proposed fee for new H-1B visa petitions under the changes drawing criticism? a) $10,000 b) $50,000 c) $75,000 d) $100,000 Ans: d) $100,000

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1.India's plan to develop 'bodyguard satellites' follows a near-miss incident involving an Indian satellite and a foreign spacecraft in which year? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: b) 2024 2.By which year has ISRO reiter...

1.India's plan to develop 'bodyguard satellites' follows a near-miss incident involving an Indian satellite and a foreign spacecraft in which year? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: b) 2024 2.By which year has ISRO reiterated its commitment to 'Debris-Free Space Missions'? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030 3.How many new surveillance satellites does India plan to deploy by 2026 as part of its broader strategy for orbital domain coverage? a) 32 b) 42 c) 52 d) 62 Ans: c) 52 4.Which of the following entities is NOT mentioned as being part of the agreement for the transfer of Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) technology? a) NewSpace India Limited b) ISRO c) IN-SPACe d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Ans: d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 5.What is the maximum payload capacity of the Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) designed to launch into Low Earth Orbit (LEO)? a) 250 kg b) 350 kg c) 400 kg d) 500 kg Ans: d) 500 kg 6.Indian scientists at which institute achieved a global first by demonstrating how atoms exhibit interaction-driven distortions in extremely high-energy states? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Tata Institute of Fundamental Research (TIFR) c) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) d) Raman Research Institute (RRI) Ans: d) Raman Research Institute (RRI) 7.The breakthrough in quantum research involved cooling which specific type of atoms to near absolute zero and exciting them into Rydberg states? a) Helium b) Rubidium c) Cesium d) Lithium Ans: b) Rubidium 8.According to ISRO Chairman Dr. V Narayanan, which technology is fundamental to ISRO's space achievements, including the LVM-III rocket? a) Solid propulsion technology b) Cryogenic technology c) Ion propulsion technology d) Nuclear propulsion technology Ans: b) Cryogenic technology 9.ISRO is developing 20-kilowatt oxygen-based fuel cells for what future application? a) Powering deep-space probes b) Lunar rovers c) Future space habitats and long-duration missions d) Earth-based power grids Ans: c) Future space habitats and long-duration missions 10.India has advanced to which rank in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025? a) 48th b) 42nd c) 38th d) 30th Ans: c) 38th 11.The Global Innovation Index (GII) is published by which international organization? a) World Economic Forum (WEF) b) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) c) World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) d) International Monetary Fund (IMF) Ans: c) World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) 12.India maintains its leading position in the GII 2025 among which specific economic and regional categories? a) High-income economies and East Asia b) Upper-middle-income economies and North America c) Lower-middle-income economies and Central and Southern Asia d) Developing economies and Europe Ans: c) Lower-middle-income economies and Central and Southern Asia 13.The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has launched which project to enhance the management of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) using digital health technologies? a) e-Health India b) Med-Connect c) DIGI-CARE d) NCD-Track Ans: c) DIGI-CARE 14.What is the name of the second edition of the Brazil-India Cross-Incubation Programme in Agritech? a) Saathi 2.0 b) Maitri 2.0 c) Bandhan 2.0 d) Pragati 2.0 Ans: b) Maitri 2.0 15.An unexpected environmental benefit of the Ujjwala clean cooking fuel initiative, leading to significant forest recovery, was observed in which Indian state? a) Odisha b) Chhattisgarh c) Jharkhand d) Bihar Ans: c) Jharkhand

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September 23, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When did the new GST reforms, termed 'GST 2.0', come into effect in India? a) September 22, 2024 b) September 22, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) September 22, 2025 2.What are the primary tax rates for m...

1.When did the new GST reforms, termed 'GST 2.0', come into effect in India? a) September 22, 2024 b) September 22, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) September 22, 2025 2.What are the primary tax rates for most goods and services under India's new two-tier GST structure? a) 8% and 20% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 28% d) 0% and 10% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 3.What is the tax rate applied to ultra-luxury or 'sin' goods under the new GST reforms? a) 28% b) 32% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: c) 40% 4.Who is India's Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) mentioned in the context of the new GST reforms? a) Raghuram Rajan b) V Anantha Nageswaran c) Arvind Subramanian d) Urjit Patel Ans: b) V Anantha Nageswaran 5.What is the projected fiscal boost to the Indian economy from the GST reforms combined with income tax relief, as stated by the Chief Economic Advisor? a) Over ₹1.5 lakh crore b) Over ₹2.0 lakh crore c) Over ₹2.5 lakh crore d) Over ₹3.0 lakh crore Ans: c) Over ₹2.5 lakh crore 6.What is the projected GDP growth range for India for FY26, as per the Chief Economic Advisor? a) 5.5% to 6.0% b) 6.0% to 6.5% c) 6.3% to 6.8% d) 6.5% to 7.0% Ans: c) 6.3% to 6.8% 7.What is India's fiscal deficit target as a percentage of GDP for FY26? a) 3.8% b) 4.1% c) 4.4% d) 4.7% Ans: c) 4.4% 8.According to SBI Research, what is the projected unprecedented low for the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in October, attributed to recent GST cuts? a) Around 1.1% b) Around 1.5% c) Around 1.8% d) Around 2.0% Ans: a) Around 1.1% 9.The projected CPI low in October would mark its lowest level since which year? a) 2000 b) 2004 c) 2008 d) 2012 Ans: b) 2004 10.What is the amount of the one-time fee imposed by US President Donald Trump for new H-1B visas, which impacted the Indian IT sector? a) $50,000 b) $75,000 c) $100,000 d) $120,000 Ans: c) $100,000 11.By approximately how much did the Nifty IT index tumble following the announcement of the H-1B visa fee hike? a) Nearly 1% b) Nearly 2% c) Nearly 3% d) Nearly 4% Ans: c) Nearly 3% 12.What was the new all-time high price for 10 grams of gold in the Indian bullion market, as mentioned in the content? a) ₹1,08,500 b) ₹1,10,200 c) ₹1,11,840 d) ₹1,12,500 Ans: c) ₹1,11,840 13.Which scheme is mentioned for strengthening the informal sector, specifically aiding street vendors? a) PM Jan Dhan Yojana b) PM SVANidhi scheme c) Atal Pension Yojana d) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana Ans: b) PM SVANidhi scheme 14.What is the toll-free number established by the government for complaints regarding revised GST rates to ensure benefits are passed on to consumers? a) 1800-11-2233 b) 1915 c) 14400 d) 1076 Ans: b) 1915

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September 23, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Super Typhoon Ragasa, reported as the strongest storm globally this year, made landfall in which country? a) China b) Philippines c) Taiwan d) Hong Kong Ans: b) Philippines 2.Which of the following nations was NOT mentione...

1.Super Typhoon Ragasa, reported as the strongest storm globally this year, made landfall in which country? a) China b) Philippines c) Taiwan d) Hong Kong Ans: b) Philippines 2.Which of the following nations was NOT mentioned as having recently formally recognized Palestine as an independent sovereign state? a) France b) United Kingdom c) Germany d) Canada Ans: c) Germany 3.Which international leader had previously urged other nations to follow suit in recognizing Palestinian statehood? a) Benjamin Netanyahu b) Emmanuel Macron c) Justin Trudeau d) Rishi Sunak Ans: b) Emmanuel Macron 4.Morocco recently became the 60th country to ratify the UN High Seas Treaty. When is the global enforcement of this treaty, aimed at protecting biodiversity in international waters, scheduled to begin? a) January 2025 b) July 2025 c) January 2026 d) July 2026 Ans: c) January 2026 5.Brazil has announced its pioneering investment in a new multilateral fund established to support the conservation of endangered tropical forests. What is the name of this fund? a) Global Forest Preservation Initiative b) Amazon Conservation Trust c) Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) d) Biodiversity Protection Fund Ans: c) Tropical Forests Forever Facility (TFFF) 6.The European Union has unveiled a comprehensive strategic agenda to deepen its partnership with India. Which of the following was explicitly flagged by the EU as a concern regarding New Delhi's international relations? a) India's trade deficit with the EU b) India's military ties with Russia c) India's stance on climate change policies d) India's intellectual property rights enforcement Ans: b) India's military ties with Russia 7.India has secured exclusive rights for the exploration of polymetallic sulphides in which specific oceanic location? a) Mid-Atlantic Ridge b) East Pacific Rise c) Carlsberg Ridge d) Southwest Indian Ridge Ans: c) Carlsberg Ridge 8.Super Typhoon Ragasa brought destructive winds exceeding 165 mph. This wind speed is equivalent to which category of hurricane? a) Category 3 b) Category 4 c) Category 5 d) Category 2 Ans: c) Category 5 9.According to the provided content, what was Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's reaction to the wave of international recognition for Palestinian statehood? a) He welcomed the move as a step towards peace. b) He stated it would not happen and rewarded terrorism. c) He called for immediate negotiations with Palestine. d) He remained neutral on the matter. Ans: b) He stated it would not happen and rewarded terrorism. 10.The UN High Seas Treaty, ratified by Morocco, primarily aims to protect which of the following? a) Fisheries in territorial waters b) Biodiversity in international waters c) Commercial shipping routes d) Coastal ecosystems from pollution Ans: b) Biodiversity in international waters 11.Beyond the Philippines, which other regions were mentioned as bracing for the impact of Super Typhoon Ragasa, with millions more people affected? a) Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos b) Japan, South Korea, North Korea c) Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Chinese mainland d) Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore Ans: c) Hong Kong, Taiwan, and the Chinese mainland

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September 23, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When are the GST 2.0 reforms, featuring a new two-slab structure, scheduled to become effective nationwide? a) September 22, 2024 b) September 22, 2025 c) October 2, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) September 22, 2025 2.Wha...

1.When are the GST 2.0 reforms, featuring a new two-slab structure, scheduled to become effective nationwide? a) September 22, 2024 b) September 22, 2025 c) October 2, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) September 22, 2025 2.What is the new tax slab structure under the GST 2.0 reforms, replacing the previous four-tier system? a) 0%, 5%, 12%, 18% b) 5%, 12%, 18%, 28% c) 5%, 18% d) 12%, 28% Ans: c) 5%, 18% 3.What term did Prime Minister Narendra Modi use to describe the GST 2.0 reforms, linking them to 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'? a) GST Vikas Yatra b) GST Bachat Utsav c) GST Suvidha Abhiyan d) GST Aatmanirbhar Yojana Ans: b) GST Bachat Utsav 4.Under the new GST 2.0 reforms, what is the tax rate for ultra-luxury and 'sin' goods? a) 28% b) 35% c) 40% d) 18% plus additional cess Ans: c) 40% 5.According to the GST 2.0 reforms, what is the maximum nightly saving for hotel rooms with tariffs up to ₹7,500 due to reduced GST? a) ₹250 b) ₹525 c) ₹750 d) ₹1,000 Ans: b) ₹525 6.For how many years has the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) declared the National Socialist Council of Nagaland (Khaplang) an unlawful association? a) 3 years b) 4 years c) 5 years d) 10 years Ans: c) 5 years 7.Which Japanese credit rating agency recently upgraded India's long-term sovereign rating to BBB+ from BBB? a) Moody's b) S&P Global c) Fitch Ratings d) R&I Information Ans: d) R&I Information 8.What is the projected GDP growth rate for India for the financial year 2025-26, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF)? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.4% d) 7.1% Ans: c) 6.4% 9.India is projected by the IMF to become the world's fourth-largest economy, surpassing which country? a) Germany b) United Kingdom c) Japan d) China Ans: c) Japan 10.What is the new one-time fee introduced by the US for H-1B visa applications for new applicants? a) $50,000 b) $75,000 c) $100,000 d) $120,000 Ans: c) $100,000 11.When is the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee for new applicants scheduled to become effective? a) January 2026 b) March 2026 c) July 2026 d) September 2026 Ans: b) March 2026 12.Where was the foundation for India's first PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park laid? a) Surat, Gujarat b) Amravati, Maharashtra c) Dhar, Madhya Pradesh d) Warangal, Telangana Ans: c) Dhar, Madhya Pradesh 13.Which organization reported the successful deployment of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) based audits to detect widespread fraud in state beneficiary schemes? a) NITI Aayog b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) d) Ministry of Finance Ans: c) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) 14.How many additional LPG connections were approved under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) for the financial year 2025-26? a) 15 lakh b) 20 lakh c) 25 lakh d) 30 lakh Ans: c) 25 lakh 15.The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) recently assumed security command of which airport, marking its 17th airport deployment in India? a) Ayodhya International Airport b) Noida International Airport c) Navi Mumbai International Airport d) Mopa International Airport Ans: b) Noida International Airport

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September 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the duration of the contract India signed with the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for polymetallic sulphide exploration? a) 5 years b) 10 years c) 15 years d) 20 years Ans: c) 15 years 2.Which organization gr...

1.What is the duration of the contract India signed with the International Seabed Authority (ISA) for polymetallic sulphide exploration? a) 5 years b) 10 years c) 15 years d) 20 years Ans: c) 15 years 2.Which organization granted India exclusive rights to explore polymetallic sulphides in the Indian Ocean? a) United Nations b) International Seabed Authority (ISA) c) Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) d) World Bank Ans: b) International Seabed Authority (ISA) 3.India has become the first country to hold how many contracts with the ISA for polymetallic sulphides? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 4.Which of the following metals is NOT explicitly mentioned as being rich in polymetallic sulphides in the given content? a) Copper b) Zinc c) Gold d) Iron Ans: d) Iron 5.The earlier ISA agreement for polymetallic sulphides held by India was for which regions? a) Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal b) Central and Southwest Indian Ridges c) Andaman Sea and Nicobar Basin d) Lakshadweep and Maldives Ans: b) Central and Southwest Indian Ridges 6.The Indian government plans to study 'smog-eating' photocatalytic coatings primarily for application on what? a) Buildings b) Vehicles c) Roads d) Air filters Ans: c) Roads 7.What is the primary component of the photocatalytic coatings being studied by the Indian government to reduce air pollution? a) Carbon nanotubes b) Silicon dioxide c) Titanium oxide d) Aluminum oxide Ans: c) Titanium oxide 8.The 'smog-eating' photocatalytic coating technology is described as ____ to India. a) extensively used b) widely adopted c) new d) patented Ans: c) new 9.Which of the following pollutants are targeted for reduction by the titanium oxide-based coatings? a) Sulfur dioxide and particulate matter b) Carbon monoxide and ozone c) Nitrogen dioxide and harmful hydrocarbons d) Methane and CFCs Ans: c) Nitrogen dioxide and harmful hydrocarbons 10.The Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Science City was inaugurated in which city? a) Lucknow b) Ranchi c) Patna d) Bhopal Ans: c) Patna 11.Who inaugurated the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Science City in Patna? a) The President of India b) The Prime Minister c) Chief Minister Nitish Kumar d) The Union Minister of Science & Technology Ans: c) Chief Minister Nitish Kumar 12.What is the approximate cost of construction for the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Science City? a) 21 crore rupees b) 269 crore rupees c) 889 crore rupees d) 1500 crore rupees Ans: c) 889 crore rupees 13.How many science-based galleries does the Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Science City feature? a) Two b) Five c) Ten d) Twenty Ans: b) Five 14.Which organization is exploring intellectual property (IP) rights for innovations related to Garba? a) Ministry of Culture b) UNESCO c) Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST) d) National Innovation Foundation Ans: c) Gujarat Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST) 15.Garba is recognized globally as what type of heritage? a) Tangible cultural heritage b) Natural heritage c) Intangible cultural heritage d) World heritage site Ans: c) Intangible cultural heritage 16.Which of the following aspects related to Garba is NOT explicitly mentioned as an area where GUJCOST is exploring IP angles? a) Stage design b) Musical arrangements c) Choreography steps d) Dress design Ans: c) Choreography steps

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September 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.On what date were India's "next-generation" Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, also known as GST 2.0, implemented? a) September 22, 2024 b) September 22, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) September 22, 2025
1.On what date were India's "next-generation" Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms, also known as GST 2.0, implemented? a) September 22, 2024 b) September 22, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) September 22, 2025 2.Who announced the major overhaul of the GST structure, referred to as GST 2.0? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das d) Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis Ans: b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman 3.What are the two broad tax rates adopted under the new GST 2.0 regime? a) 12% and 18% b) 5% and 12% c) 5% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi referred to the implementation of GST 2.0 coinciding with Navratri as what? a) "Economic Revival Festival" b) "GST savings festival" (Bachat Utsav) c) "National Growth Initiative" d) "Aatmanirbhar Bharat Utsav" Ans: b) "GST savings festival" (Bachat Utsav) 5.Which of the following food items was NOT explicitly mentioned as being moved to the NIL or 0% tax bracket under the new GST regime? a) Roti b) Parantha c) Dosa d) Paneer Ans: c) Dosa 6.What is the reduced GST rate on cement for homebuyers under the new reforms? a) 12% b) 18% c) 28% d) 5% Ans: b) 18% 7.What is the projected total savings for the people of India from the combined income tax relief and GST reductions over the past year? a) Exceeding ₹1.5 lakh crore b) Exactly ₹2.0 lakh crore c) Exceeding ₹2.5 lakh crore d) Approximately ₹3.0 lakh crore Ans: c) Exceeding ₹2.5 lakh crore 8.Which type of insurance premium became GST-free under the new GST regime? a) Commercial property insurance b) Motor vehicle insurance c) Individual health insurance d) Life insurance Ans: c) Individual health insurance 9.What was the net outflow of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) from Indian equities in September, as mentioned in the economic news? a) ₹7,945 crore b) ₹62,000 crore c) ₹2.5 lakh crore d) ₹1,500 crore Ans: a) ₹7,945 crore 10.What is largely attributed as the reason for FPIs continuing to withdraw from Indian equities in September? a) Domestic inflation concerns b) Strong rupee appreciation c) Global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions d) Increased corporate tax rates Ans: c) Global uncertainties and geopolitical tensions 11.Which Indian sector has seen significant outflows from foreign institutional investors this year, totaling nearly ₹62,000 crore? a) Manufacturing sector b) Infrastructure sector c) Indian IT sector d) Financial services sector Ans: c) Indian IT sector 12.Before the recent reduction, what was the GST rate on cement? a) 5% b) 18% c) 28% d) 12% Ans: c) 28% 13.What is the new flat effective tax rate (including cess) for the auto sector under the GST reforms, reduced from a range of 35-50%? a) 30% b) 35% c) 40% d) 45% Ans: c) 40% 14.Who is the Chief Minister of Maharashtra mentioned in the text, who stated that GST reforms would strengthen 'aatmanirbhar Bharat'? a) Uddhav Thackeray b) Eknath Shinde c) Devendra Fadnavis d) Ashok Chavan Ans: c) Devendra Fadnavis 15.Hotel rooms up to what tariff amount are expected to become more affordable due to reduced GST rates under the new regime? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹7,500 c) ₹10,000 d) ₹12,500 Ans: b) ₹7,500

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September 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which of the following nations, according to the provided text, *did not* join the formal announcement of recognition of a Palestinian state? a) United Kingdom b) Australia c) Canada d) United States Ans: d) United States ...

1.Which of the following nations, according to the provided text, *did not* join the formal announcement of recognition of a Palestinian state? a) United Kingdom b) Australia c) Canada d) United States Ans: d) United States 2.How did Israel react to the recognition of a Palestinian state by the UK, Australia, and Canada? a) Welcomed it as a step towards peace. b) Expressed anger, viewing it as a reward for terrorism. c) Remained neutral, stating it was an internal matter. d) Called for immediate direct negotiations with Palestine. Ans: b) Expressed anger, viewing it as a reward for terrorism. 3.The decision by certain Western nations to recognize a Palestinian state comes ahead of what significant international meeting? a) G7 Summit b) NATO Leaders' Summit c) United Nations General Assembly meeting d) World Economic Forum Ans: c) United Nations General Assembly meeting 4.According to health officials mentioned in the text, approximately how many people were killed in Gaza due to Israeli strikes? a) More than 10 b) More than 20 c) More than 30 d) More than 40 Ans: d) More than 40 5.What was the reported cause of death for five individuals, including three children, in southern Lebanon? a) Hamas rocket attack b) Israeli drone strike c) Ground skirmish with Israeli forces d) Accidental explosion Ans: b) Israeli drone strike 6.What specific effort are Ukrainian officials undertaking to deter further Russian aggression and support allies? a) Seeking immediate NATO membership. b) Expanding their domestic weapons industry. c) Requesting a UN peacekeeping force. d) Initiating direct peace talks with Russia. Ans: b) Expanding their domestic weapons industry. 7.Which country reported that a Russian military plane entered its airspace over the Baltic Sea, leading to its jets being scrambled? a) Estonia b) Poland c) Germany d) Sweden Ans: c) Germany 8.How many Russian fighter jets were involved in the 'brazen' incursion into Estonian airspace, as reported by Estonia? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: c) Three 9.What type of critical infrastructure was primarily affected by the significant cyberattack in Europe? a) Financial institutions b) Energy grids c) Air travel check-in systems d) Telecommunication networks Ans: c) Air travel check-in systems 10.For how many consecutive days did the cyberattack disrupt European flight operations? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 11.What is a concern raised regarding the increasing momentum for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict? a) It might be too costly to implement. b) It could backfire. c) It lacks sufficient international support. d) It would require too much time to negotiate. Ans: b) It could backfire.

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September 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When did India officially roll out its "GST 2.0" reforms? a) September 22, 2024 b) October 2, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) January 1, 2025 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 2.The "GST 2.0" reforms in India coincided with the fir...

1.When did India officially roll out its "GST 2.0" reforms? a) September 22, 2024 b) October 2, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) January 1, 2025 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 2.The "GST 2.0" reforms in India coincided with the first day of which festival? a) Diwali b) Holi c) Navratri d) Eid Ans: c) Navratri 3.Approximately how many items saw reduced GST rates under the "GST 2.0" reforms? a) 200 b) 375 c) 500 d) 150 Ans: b) 375 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi hailed the "GST 2.0" reforms as what? a) GST Kranti b) GST Bachat Utsav c) GST Saral Yojana d) GST Vikas Parv Ans: b) GST Bachat Utsav 5.Under the new "GST 2.0" regime, how many primary tax slabs will remain? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 6.Which of the following are the two primary tax slabs remaining under the "GST 2.0" reforms? a) 12% and 28% b) 5% and 18% c) 0% and 12% d) 18% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 7.According to Prime Minister Modi, which section of society is particularly targeted to benefit from the "GST 2.0" reforms by making goods and services cheaper? a) Industrialists and large businesses b) Only the urban rich c) The poor, middle class, and neo-middle class d) Foreign investors Ans: c) The poor, middle class, and neo-middle class 8.Alongside the GST reforms, Prime Minister Modi urged citizens to embrace which economic concept? a) Globalization b) Liberalization c) Swadeshi d) Privatization Ans: c) Swadeshi 9.The call for "Swadeshi" products by PM Modi came amidst trade discussions with which country? a) China b) Russia c) United States d) Germany Ans: c) United States 10.What percentage tariff did the US impose on Indian imports, leading to strained trade ties? a) 25% b) 50% c) 10% d) 75% Ans: b) 50% 11.Who is India's Commerce Minister scheduled to visit Washington for trade talks to mend strained ties with the US? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar c) Piyush Goyal d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 12.What is the name of the nationwide campaign launched by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to raise awareness about the new tax system? a) GST Jan Jagran Abhiyan b) GST Utsav Rath Yatra c) GST savings festival d) GST Vikas Mela Ans: c) GST savings festival 13.The BJP's "GST savings festival" campaign is scheduled to run from which dates? a) September 15-22 b) September 22-29 c) October 1-8 d) September 1-7 Ans: b) September 22-29 14.Which opposition party accused the government of "looting" citizens through the new tax regime? a) Indian National Congress b) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) c) Samajwadi Party d) Trinamool Congress Ans: b) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) 15.How did the Congress party describe the "GST 2.0" reforms? a) Revolutionary and beneficial b) Adequate and timely c) Inadequate or a "band-aid" fix d) A step towards complete tax freedom Ans: c) Inadequate or a "band-aid" fix

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September 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the name of India's longest-range ballistic missile successfully tested on September 20, 2025? a) Prithvi-II b) Agni-5 c) BrahMos d) Akash Ans: b) Agni-5 2.Which Indian organization developed the Agni-5 ballistic m...

1.What is the name of India's longest-range ballistic missile successfully tested on September 20, 2025? a) Prithvi-II b) Agni-5 c) BrahMos d) Akash Ans: b) Agni-5 2.Which Indian organization developed the Agni-5 ballistic missile? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) d) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) Ans: b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 3.What is the stated range of the standard Agni-5 missile? a) Exceeding 2,000 kilometers b) Exceeding 3,500 kilometers c) Exceeding 5,000 kilometers d) Exceeding 7,500 kilometers Ans: c) Exceeding 5,000 kilometers 4.What significant technology was tested with an Agni-5 variant in 2024, prior to the 2025 test? a) Hypersonic glide vehicle b) Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) c) Anti-satellite weapon d) Air-breathing engine Ans: b) Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) 5.What is the primary strategic advantage offered by a Multiple Independently Targetable Reentry Vehicle (MIRV) on a ballistic missile? a) Increased missile speed b) Ability to carry multiple nuclear warheads c) Enhanced stealth capabilities d) Extended flight range Ans: b) Ability to carry multiple nuclear warheads 6.What extended range is the DRDO reportedly developing for an upgraded variant of the Agni-5 missile? a) 6,000 kilometers b) 6,500 kilometers c) 7,000 kilometers d) 7,500 kilometers Ans: d) 7,500 kilometers 7.What does NE-SPARKS stand for? a) North Eastern Satellite Program for Advanced Research and Knowledge Sharing b) North Eastern Space Applications Centre – Promotion of Awareness, Research, Knowledge, and Skill Development c) National Education – Space Program for Aspiring Researchers and Knowledgeable Students d) New Era – Space Progress and Advanced Remote Sensing Ans: b) North Eastern Space Applications Centre – Promotion of Awareness, Research, Knowledge, and Skill Development 8.Which two organizations collaborated to launch the NE-SPARKS program? a) DRDO and Ministry of Education b) ISRO and Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) c) HAL and Ministry of Science & Technology d) BDL and Ministry of Defence Ans: b) ISRO and Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) 9.Who virtually interacted with the North Eastern students during the NE-SPARKS program on September 20, 2025? a) Union Minister Rajnath Singh b) Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia d) Union Minister Amit Shah Ans: c) Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia 10.What is the annual target number of students to be covered under the NE-SPARKS program? a) 394 b) 500 c) 800 d) 1,000 Ans: c) 800 11.From which region of India are students selected for the NE-SPARKS program? a) Southern states b) Western states c) North Eastern states d) Central states Ans: c) North Eastern states 12.Which recent Indian space accomplishments were highlighted by Minister Scindia during his interaction with NE-SPARKS students? a) Mangalyaan and Gaganyaan b) Chandrayaan-2 and AstroSat c) Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1 d) RISAT-1 and IRNSS-1A Ans: c) Chandrayaan-3 and Aditya-L1 13.In which year was the NE-SPARKS program launched? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2022 Ans: c) 2025

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September 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the new annual fee imposed by the US government on H-1B visa applications, as per the recent decision? a) $10,000 b) $50,000 c) $100,000 d) $200,000 Ans: c) $100,000 2.The White House clarified that the substantial...

1.What is the new annual fee imposed by the US government on H-1B visa applications, as per the recent decision? a) $10,000 b) $50,000 c) $100,000 d) $200,000 Ans: c) $100,000 2.The White House clarified that the substantial H-1B visa fee applies only to which category of applications? a) Existing visa holders seeking renewal b) All H-1B visa applications, including renewals c) New H-1B petitions only d) Dependents of H-1B visa holders Ans: c) New H-1B petitions only 3.Which Indian government body expressed concern over the H-1B visa fee hike, stating it could have "humanitarian consequences"? a) Ministry of Finance b) NITI Aayog c) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: c) Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) 4.Which Indian IT industry body warned that the new H-1B fee could disrupt global operations of Indian technology services companies? a) FICCI b) CII c) Nasscom d) ASSOCHAM Ans: c) Nasscom 5.Indian nationals constitute what percentage of H-1B visa holders in the US, making them the largest group? a) 51% b) 61% c) 71% d) 81% Ans: c) 71% 6.What was the primary objective behind the recent GST rate cuts that became effective from September 22? a) To increase government revenue b) To stimulate economic growth and consumer demand c) To reduce inflation d) To boost exports Ans: b) To stimulate economic growth and consumer demand 7.After the recent GST rate cuts, what percentage of products previously in the 12% slab were moved to a lower 5% slab? a) 50% b) 75% c) 90% d) 99% Ans: d) 99% 8.Which dairy giant was mentioned as having already announced price reductions across over 700 product packs following the GST rate cuts? a) Mother Dairy b) Kwality Limited c) Amul d) Parag Milk Foods Ans: c) Amul 9.According to a report by Systematix Research, what is a potential negative implication of the recent GST rate cuts? a) Increased illicit trade b) Higher revenue loss than government estimates c) Decrease in consumer demand d) Reduced disposable income for households Ans: b) Higher revenue loss than government estimates 10.Who is India's Commerce and Industry Minister currently visiting the United States to advance discussions for a bilateral trade agreement? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) S. Jaishankar c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 11.What is a key contentious point in the ongoing trade deal talks between India and the US, as mentioned in the provided content? a) India's stance on intellectual property rights b) US tariffs on Indian textile imports c) India's position on opening its farm and dairy markets d) US demands for greater access to India's pharmaceutical sector Ans: c) India's position on opening its farm and dairy markets 12.On September 19, what was the performance of the S&P BSE Sensex, as per the provided information? a) Increased by 0.5% b) Fell by 0.5% c) Increased by 0.94% d) Remained unchanged Ans: b) Fell by 0.5% 13.Despite a recent dip, how has the S&P BSE Sensex performed over the past month? a) Fallen by 0.94% b) Increased by 0.94% c) Remained stable d) Increased by 5% Ans: b) Increased by 0.94% 14.Which two factors were mentioned as influencing market sentiment in the Indian stock market? a) Rising inflation and geopolitical tensions b) Optimism surrounding potential US Federal Reserve rate cuts and ongoing US-India trade talks c) Strong corporate earnings and increased foreign investment d) Domestic political stability and commodity price fluctuations Ans: b) Optimism surrounding potential US Federal Reserve rate cuts and ongoing US-India trade talks

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1.Which nation is expected to officially recognize Palestinian statehood on September 21, 2025, according to the provided information? a) France b) Canada c) United Kingdom d) Australia Ans: c) United Kingdom 2.Who is the Pr...

1.Which nation is expected to officially recognize Palestinian statehood on September 21, 2025, according to the provided information? a) France b) Canada c) United Kingdom d) Australia Ans: c) United Kingdom 2.Who is the Prime Minister mentioned as making the announcement regarding the UK's recognition of Palestinian statehood? a) Rishi Sunak b) Keir Starmer c) Boris Johnson d) Liz Truss Ans: b) Keir Starmer 3.The UK's decision to recognize Palestinian statehood followed Israel's failure to meet conditions set by PM Starmer in July. What were these conditions primarily focused on? a) Release of Israeli hostages and increased trade agreements. b) A ceasefire in Gaza and progress towards a two-state solution. c) Withdrawal of troops from disputed territories and economic aid. d) Recognition of Jerusalem as a shared capital and border agreements. Ans: b) A ceasefire in Gaza and progress towards a two-state solution. 4.What specific type of systems were targeted in the cyberattack that disrupted several major European airports on September 20, 2025? a) Air traffic control systems b) Baggage handling systems c) Check-in and boarding systems d) Fuel supply management systems Ans: c) Check-in and boarding systems 5.The cyberattack on European airports primarily impacted the MUSE software of which service provider? a) Airbus b) Boeing c) Collins Aerospace d) SITA Ans: c) Collins Aerospace 6.According to the White House clarification, the new $100,000 H-1B visa fee will be applicable only to which group? a) All H-1B visa holders b) Existing H-1B visa holders seeking renewals c) New H-1B visa applicants d) Only H-1B visa holders from specific countries Ans: c) New H-1B visa applicants 7.Who signed the proclamation on September 19, 2025, that significantly raised the H-1B visa fee? a) President Joe Biden b) President Donald Trump c) Vice President Kamala Harris d) Secretary of State Antony Blinken Ans: b) President Donald Trump 8.Which West African nation is conducting a constitutional referendum on September 21, 2025, amidst concerns that it could allow the coup leader to run for president? a) Mali b) Burkina Faso c) Guinea d) Niger Ans: c) Guinea 9.What is one of the key controversial provisions in Guinea's proposed new constitution mentioned in the text? a) Establishing a bicameral legislature. b) Extending the presidential term from five to seven years, renewable once. c) Granting unlimited power to the judiciary. d) Abolishing the national military. Ans: b) Extending the presidential term from five to seven years, renewable once. 10.Iran announced the suspension of cooperation with which international atomic energy watchdog following European actions to reimpose UN sanctions? a) Comprehensive Nuclear-Test-Ban Treaty Organization (CTBTO) b) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) c) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) d) Organisation for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Ans: c) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 11.Which three European nations activated a 'snapback mechanism' in the 2015 nuclear agreement, leading to Iran's suspension of IAEA cooperation? a) Germany, Italy, Spain b) Britain, France, Germany c) Poland, Sweden, Netherlands d) Belgium, Portugal, Malta Ans: b) Britain, France, Germany 12.Which country facilitated the release of the elderly British couple, Peter and Barbie Reynolds, who were detained by the Taliban in Afghanistan? a) Pakistan b) United Arab Emirates c) Turkey d) Qatar Ans: d) Qatar 13.In which country were at least 15 protesters sentenced to prison for their participation in demonstrations over power and food shortages that occurred in March 2024? a) Venezuela b) Nicaragua c) Cuba d) Haiti Ans: c) Cuba 14.Under the emerging deal for TikTok's US operations, which tech giant is expected to be responsible for the app's data and security? a) Google b) Microsoft c) Oracle d) Amazon Ans: c) Oracle 15.How many of the seven board seats for TikTok's US entity are expected to be occupied by Americans under the new agreement? a) Two b) Three c) Six d) Seven Ans: c) Six

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1.What is the new annual fee imposed by the US administration on H-1B worker visa applications, as stated in the article? a) $10,000 b) $50,000 c) $100,000 d) $200,000 Ans: c) $100,000 2.According to the White House official...

1.What is the new annual fee imposed by the US administration on H-1B worker visa applications, as stated in the article? a) $10,000 b) $50,000 c) $100,000 d) $200,000 Ans: c) $100,000 2.According to the White House official's clarification, the $100,000 H-1B visa fee will apply only to which category of applicants? a) All H-1B visa holders b) Those seeking H-1B visa renewals c) New H-1B visa applicants d) H-1B visa holders with less than 3 years remaining Ans: c) New H-1B visa applicants 3.Which Indian industry body expressed concerns over the H-1B visa fee hike, specifically mentioning disruption to business continuity for onshore projects? a) CII b) FICCI c) Nasscom d) ASSOCHAM Ans: c) Nasscom 4.What percentage of approved H-1B visa applicants did India account for last year, making it the largest beneficiary? a) 45 percent b) 58 percent c) 71 percent d) 82 percent Ans: c) 71 percent 5.India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) warned of what specific consequences due to the US H-1B visa fee hike? a) Economic recession and job losses b) Humanitarian consequences and potential disruptions for families c) Diplomatic sanctions and trade wars d) Increased competition for domestic workers Ans: b) Humanitarian consequences and potential disruptions for families 6.Which political party in India labeled Prime Minister Narendra Modi a "weak PM" in light of the H-1B visa fee hike? a) BJP b) Congress c) Aam Aadmi Party d) Trinamool Congress Ans: b) Congress 7.What is the initial duration for which H-1B visas are granted, and for how long can they typically be extended? a) Initially 1 year, extendable to 3 years b) Initially 2 years, extendable to 4 years c) Initially 3 years, extendable to 6 years d) Initially 5 years, extendable indefinitely Ans: c) Initially 3 years, extendable to 6 years 8.Nasscom specifically highlighted concerns over the rapid implementation timeline of the H-1B visa fee hike. What deadline did they mention as creating considerable uncertainty? a) One-week deadline b) One-month deadline c) One-day deadline d) One-year deadline Ans: c) One-day deadline 9.During the 'Samudra se Samruddhi' event, PM Narendra Modi reiterated his strong call for what policy, emphasizing self-reliance? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Atmanirbharta d) Skill India Ans: c) Atmanirbharta 10.According to PM Modi's statement at the 'Samudra se Samruddhi' event, what did he assert as India's "only enemy"? a) Terrorism b) Poverty c) Dependence on other countries d) Climate change Ans: c) Dependence on other countries 11.In which city and state did Prime Minister Narendra Modi speak at the 'Samudra se Samruddhi' event? a) Mumbai, Maharashtra b) Chennai, Tamil Nadu c) Bhavnagar, Gujarat d) Kolkata, West Bengal Ans: c) Bhavnagar, Gujarat 12.PM Modi emphasized the need for India to produce everything domestically, specifying "from (semiconductor) chips to _____". a) Software b) Ships c) Satellites d) Steel Ans: b) Ships 13.Approximately 50 years ago, what percentage of India's trade was conducted through India-made ships, a figure that has now significantly reduced? a) 5 percent b) 15 percent c) 25 percent d) 40 percent Ans: d) 40 percent 14.What "historic decision" has the Indian government taken to strengthen its maritime sector, as mentioned by PM Modi in the article? a) Privatizing all major ports b) Recognizing large ships as infrastructure c) Imposing tariffs on foreign shipping companies d) Building a new national shipping line Ans: b) Recognizing large ships as infrastructure

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1.What is the target parameter count for the foundational large language model (LLM) being developed under India's IndiaAI Mission? a) 1 billion b) 100 billion c) 1 trillion d) 10 trillion Ans: c) 1 trillion 2.Who announced ...

1.What is the target parameter count for the foundational large language model (LLM) being developed under India's IndiaAI Mission? a) 1 billion b) 100 billion c) 1 trillion d) 10 trillion Ans: c) 1 trillion 2.Who announced the new significant phase of India's artificial intelligence mission, including the development of a 1-trillion parameter AI model? a) Dr. Jitendra Singh b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) V. Narayanan d) Narendra Modi Ans: b) Ashwini Vaishnaw 3.Which prominent institution, through its BharatGen consortium, is leading one of the most ambitious projects under the IndiaAI Mission? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Madras c) IIT Bombay d) IIT Kanpur Ans: c) IIT Bombay 4.Which of the following organizations is NOT explicitly mentioned as being selected to develop foundational LLMs under the IndiaAI Mission? a) IIT Bombay b) Tech Mahindra c) Wipro d) Fractal Analytics Ans: c) Wipro 5.Which Indian city recently hosted the International Conference and Exposium on Quantum Sensing and Metrology (ICEQSM) 2025? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Pune d) Kolkata Ans: d) Kolkata 6.The ICEQSM 2025 conference was held in celebration of which international observance, in addition to aligning with India's National Quantum Mission? a) International Year of Light b) International Year of Quantum Science and Technology c) International Year of Physics d) International Year of Astronomy Ans: b) International Year of Quantum Science and Technology 7.All of the following are mentioned as potential real-world applications of quantum technology discussed at ICEQSM 2025, EXCEPT: a) Enhancing GPS navigation precision b) Improving MRI scan resolution and speed c) Developing new renewable energy sources d) Advancing quantum radar and inertial navigation Ans: c) Developing new renewable energy sources 8.Who among the following Union Ministers declared biotechnology as the 'next industrial revolution' and a key driver for India's future economy? a) Ashwini Vaishnaw b) Dr. Jitendra Singh c) V. Narayanan d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) Dr. Jitendra Singh 9.India's biotechnology sector, currently valued at USD 130 billion, targets to reach what valuation in the next five to seven years? a) USD 200 billion b) USD 250 billion c) USD 300 billion d) USD 500 billion Ans: c) USD 300 billion 10.What is the name of the ISRO experiment that recently achieved successful undocking, marking a crucial advancement in India's space capabilities? a) Gaganyaan Docking Module (GDM) b) Chandrayaan Orbital Docking (COD) c) Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) d) Satellite Proximity Maneuver (SPM) Ans: c) Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) 11.The successful undocking of ISRO's Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) is a key requirement for which future Indian missions mentioned in the text? a) Aditya-L1 and Mangalyaan-2 b) Chandrayaan-3 and Shukrayaan-1 c) Chandrayaan-4 and Gaganyaan d) NISAR and XPoSat Ans: c) Chandrayaan-4 and Gaganyaan 12.Who is the ISRO Chairman mentioned as highlighting the transformative role of hydrogen in India's space missions? a) S. Somanath b) K. Sivan c) V. Narayanan d) A.S. Kiran Kumar Ans: c) V. Narayanan 13.Hydrogen has been successfully used as a fuel in which ISRO rocket launch mentioned in the context of its transformative role in space missions? a) PSLV-C57 b) LVM3-M4 c) GSLV Mk III d) SSLV-D2 Ans: c) GSLV Mk III 14.What is the primary purpose of OrbitAID's new Bengaluru lab, inaugurated by the ISRO Chairman, as India's largest commercial test site? a) Manufacturing of satellite components b) Development of new rocket engines c) On-orbit refueling and docking d) Deep space communication testing Ans: c) On-orbit refueling and docking

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1.India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded by what percentage in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.Which credit rating agency upgraded India's long-term sovereign c...

1.India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) expanded by what percentage in the first quarter of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.1% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.Which credit rating agency upgraded India's long-term sovereign credit rating to 'BBB+' from 'BBB'? a) Fitch Ratings b) Moody's c) Standard & Poor's d) Rating and Investment Information Inc. (R&I) Ans: d) Rating and Investment Information Inc. (R&I) 3.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected real GDP growth for FY2025? a) 7.8% b) 6.5% c) 5.4% d) 7.2% Ans: b) 6.5% 4.Union Minister Piyush Goyal discussed leveraging which country as a hub for investments into Africa, the Middle East, and Central Europe? a) United States b) Japan c) United Arab Emirates (UAE) d) Russia Ans: c) United Arab Emirates (UAE) 5.According to FICCI's analysis, what percentage of rural monthly expenditure will fall under nil or 5% GST rates due to recent rationalizations? a) Over 50% b) Over 65% c) Over 75% d) Over 80% Ans: c) Over 75% 6.What was the annual growth rate of net direct tax collection mentioned in the text? a) 7.18% b) 8.18% c) 9.18% d) 10.18% Ans: c) 9.18% 7.India's Manufacturing Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) reached what figure in August 2025, marking its highest in over a decade? a) 55.8 b) 56.8 c) 57.8 d) 58.8 Ans: d) 58.8 8.What was the year-on-year growth of the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in July? a) 3.5% b) 5.4% c) 7.8% d) 6.5% Ans: a) 3.5% 9.Which two flagship schemes are mentioned as accelerating capacity building and strengthening India's manufacturing ecosystem? a) Make in India and Digital India b) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) and PM MITRA parks c) Skill India and Startup India d) Atmanirbhar Bharat and Swachh Bharat Ans: b) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) and PM MITRA parks 10.What was the Worker Population Ratio (WPR) in August 2025? a) 48.9% b) 50.5% c) 52.2% d) 54.1% Ans: c) 52.2% 11.What new tariff rate has the US raised on India, according to the challenges section? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 12.The Trump administration signed an order to increase the H-1B visa application fee annually to what amount? a) $50,000 b) $75,000 c) $100,000 d) $125,000 Ans: c) $100,000 13.From which country does India continue to import substantial amounts of crude oil due to favorable pricing and strategic ties within the BRICS grouping? a) Saudi Arabia b) Iran c) Russia d) Venezuela Ans: c) Russia 14.Who is the Chief Economic Advisor mentioned as noting the potential challenge of continued US tariffs? a) Raghuram Rajan b) Arvind Subramanian c) V Anantha Nageswaran d) Urjit Patel Ans: c) V Anantha Nageswaran 15.The 7.8% GDP growth in Q1 FY2025-26 was attributed largely to strong activity across which two sectors? a) Agriculture and Mining b) Manufacturing and Services c) Construction and Retail d) Finance and Real Estate Ans: b) Manufacturing and Services

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1.Which international organization issued dire warnings about the imminent collapse of hospitals in Gaza? a) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) b) World Health Organization (WHO) c) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) d) International...

1.Which international organization issued dire warnings about the imminent collapse of hospitals in Gaza? a) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) b) World Health Organization (WHO) c) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) d) International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Ans: b) World Health Organization (WHO) 2.Who described the situation in Gaza as the 'worst level of death and destruction' he has witnessed, highlighting famine and lack of healthcare? a) Benjamin Netanyahu b) Antonio Guterres c) Mahmoud Abbas d) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus Ans: b) Antonio Guterres 3.According to UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, which Israeli action should the world not be 'intimidated' by? a) Establishment of new settlements b) Blockade of humanitarian aid c) Creeping annexation of the occupied West Bank d) Military operations in Gaza City Ans: c) Creeping annexation of the occupied West Bank 4.UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres warned that efforts to limit global warming to what specific target are 'on the verge of collapsing'? a) 2 degrees Celsius b) 1.5 degrees Celsius c) 1 degree Celsius d) 2.5 degrees Celsius Ans: b) 1.5 degrees Celsius 5.Which European observatory was cited by the UN Secretary-General for stating that the current climate is 1.4 degrees Celsius warmer than pre-industrial levels? a) European Space Agency (ESA) b) Copernicus c) European Organisation for the Exploitation of Meteorological Satellites (EUMETSAT) d) Potsdam Institute for Climate Impact Research Ans: b) Copernicus 6.Which country's ratification on September 19, 2025, triggered the 120-day countdown for the High Seas Treaty to take effect? a) United States b) China c) Morocco d) India Ans: c) Morocco 7.How many nations' ratifications were required for the High Seas Treaty to trigger its implementation countdown? a) 30 b) 45 c) 60 d) 75 Ans: c) 60 8.What is the primary objective of the High Seas Treaty? a) Regulating deep-sea mining b) Protecting biodiversity in international waters c) Preventing over-fishing in coastal areas d) Establishing new shipping routes Ans: b) Protecting biodiversity in international waters 9.Which of the following major players have signed but not yet ratified the High Seas Treaty? a) Russia and India b) Germany and France c) United States and China d) Japan and Australia Ans: c) United States and China 10.Which country's airspace was reportedly violated by Russian jets for the third time recently, described as a 'dangerous provocation'? a) Latvia b) Lithuania c) Estonia d) Poland Ans: c) Estonia 11.Afghanistan rejected calls from which former US President to retake control of Bagram Air Base? a) George W. Bush b) Barack Obama c) Donald Trump d) Joe Biden Ans: c) Donald Trump 12.A CDC vaccine advisory panel voted to restrict access to which combination vaccine for children under the age of four? a) DTaP b) HPV c) MMRV d) Rotavirus Ans: c) MMRV 13.Besides restricting MMRV vaccine access, what other directive did the CDC panel issue regarding COVID-19 vaccines? a) Mandate booster shots for all children b) Recommend annual vaccinations c) Communicate clear risks associated with them d) Fast-track new vaccine development Ans: c) Communicate clear risks associated with them 14.What is the name of the newly discovered Earth quasi-satellite? a) '2024 QS1' b) '2025 PN7' c) 'Arjuna 1' d) 'Earth's Companion' Ans: b) '2025 PN7' 15.The newly discovered Earth quasi-satellite '2025 PN7' is classified as what type of asteroid? a) Apollo-class b) Amor-class c) Aten-class d) Arjuna-class Ans: d) Arjuna-class 16.Including the new discovery '2025 PN7', how many Earth quasi-satellites are now known in total? a) Five b) Six c) Seven d) Eight Ans: c) Seven

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1.What has India conveyed to Saudi Arabia regarding its defense pact with Pakistan? a) Its strong disapproval and intention to impose sanctions. b) Its expectations to consider mutual interests and sensitivities. c) Its desire to joi...

1.What has India conveyed to Saudi Arabia regarding its defense pact with Pakistan? a) Its strong disapproval and intention to impose sanctions. b) Its expectations to consider mutual interests and sensitivities. c) Its desire to join the pact as a third party. d) Its request for a detailed explanation of the pact's terms. Ans: b) Its expectations to consider mutual interests and sensitivities. 2.When is the next round of Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks between India and New Zealand scheduled? a) September b) October c) November d) December Ans: b) October 3.Which country has expressed keen interest in investing in India's high-tech sectors? a) United States b) Canada c) United Arab Emirates d) Morocco Ans: c) United Arab Emirates 4.Where is India's first overseas Defence factory slated to be inaugurated by Rajnath Singh? a) Canada b) United States c) New Zealand d) Morocco Ans: d) Morocco 5.What was the percentage increase in net direct tax collection annually, reaching ₹10.83 trillion, as mentioned in the content? a) 5.18% b) 7.18% c) 9.18% d) 11.18% Ans: c) 9.18% 6.Which agency provided India with its third credit rating upgrade in the current fiscal year (FY26)? a) Moody's b) S&P Global c) Fitch Ratings d) Japan's R&I Ans: d) Japan's R&I 7.By what percentage did bitumen demand surge in August, reflecting increased road construction activity? a) 27% b) 37% c) 47% d) 57% Ans: c) 47% 8.In which district of Manipur did an ambush occur resulting in the death of two Assam Rifles jawans? a) Imphal b) Thoubal c) Bishnupur d) Churachandpur Ans: c) Bishnupur 9.Tribunals in Jammu & Kashmir upheld the ban on which organization led by Mirwaiz Farooq? a) Jammu & Kashmir Liberation Front b) Awami Action Committee c) Hurriyat Conference d) Democratic Freedom Party Ans: b) Awami Action Committee 10.What is the name of the half-humanoid being prepared by ISRO to be sent into space in December as a precursor to India's human spaceflight mission? a) Gaganyaan b) Chandrayaan c) Vyommitra d) Mangalyaan Ans: c) Vyommitra 11.What progressive step has India taken regarding passport applications for transgender citizens? a) Introduced a separate category for them. b) Waived all fees for their applications. c) Eased the application process. d) Mandated priority processing for their applications. Ans: c) Eased the application process. 12.From which year are major changes announced for the Common University Entrance Test (CUET-UG)? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: b) 2025 13.What fee did the Trump administration propose for H-1B visa applications in its new proclamation? a) $10,000 b) $50,000 c) $100,000 d) $200,000 Ans: c) $100,000 14.Alongside the H-1B visa fee, what new residency path was introduced by the Trump administration? a) Blue Card b) Green Card Express c) Gold Card d) Platinum Visa Ans: c) Gold Card

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1.What is the name of the landmark AI summit, to be hosted for the first time by a Global South nation (India), guided by the principles of 'People, Planet, and Progress'? a) Global AI Innovation Summit 2025 b) India-AI Impact Summit...

1.What is the name of the landmark AI summit, to be hosted for the first time by a Global South nation (India), guided by the principles of 'People, Planet, and Progress'? a) Global AI Innovation Summit 2025 b) India-AI Impact Summit 2026 c) AI for Viksit Bharat Summit d) Digital India AI Conference Ans: b) India-AI Impact Summit 2026 2.Which ministry has unveiled the logo and key flagship initiatives for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026? a) Ministry of Science and Technology b) Ministry of External Affairs c) Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: c) Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) 3.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of the seven thematic 'Chakras' for the India-AI Impact Summit 2026 in the provided text? a) Human Capital b) Inclusion c) Economic Growth d) Safe & Trusted AI Ans: c) Economic Growth 4.The NITI Aayog's Frontier Tech Hub (FTH) aims to position India as a leader in emerging technologies and designs strategies to harness them for which national vision? a) Digital India 2.0 b) Make in India Initiative c) Viksit Bharat@2047 d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Ans: c) Viksit Bharat@2047 5.What is the name of the initiative launched under the Frontier Tech Hub (FTH) that aims to boost grassroots adoption of advanced technologies in 50 Aspirational Districts/Blocks? a) Tech-Bharat Initiative b) Rural AI Connect c) Frontier 50 Initiative d) Aspirational Tech Drive Ans: c) Frontier 50 Initiative 6.What are the sophisticated ground-based simulations, designed to replicate space conditions and prepare Indian astronauts for missions like Gaganyaan, called? a) AstroSimulations b) Gyanex c) SpaceLab Experiments d) Gaganyaan Trials Ans: b) Gyanex 7.Who was one of the crew members in the first Gyanex-1 mission, conducted in July, spending ten days in a simulator? a) Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma b) Group Captain Angad Pratap c) Squadron Leader Angad Singh d) Captain Vikram Batra Ans: b) Group Captain Angad Pratap 8.Indian space startups like Kepler Aerospace and Insight360.ai showcased their innovations and explored partnerships at which international exhibition? a) Paris Air Show b) Dubai Airshow c) Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition (TADTE) 2025 d) International Astronautical Congress Ans: c) Taipei Aerospace & Defense Technology Exhibition (TADTE) 2025 9.Insight360.ai, an Indian space startup, offers which specific type of intelligence for defense forces using AI to analyze satellite imagery? a) Cyber Intelligence b) Financial Intelligence c) Geospatial Intelligence d) Medical Intelligence Ans: c) Geospatial Intelligence 10.What is the popular name given to Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash Image, an AI image generation tool where India is a leading user and innovator? a) AI Banana b) Nano Banana c) Flash AI d) Gemini Image Ans: b) Nano Banana 11.How is Google's Gemini 2.5 Flash Image ('Nano Banana') transforming India's agri-tech sector, according to the provided content? a) By automating farm equipment b) By providing real-time weather forecasts c) By enabling farmers to visualize crop data, identify pests, and market organic produce d) By connecting farmers directly to global markets Ans: c) By enabling farmers to visualize crop data, identify pests, and market organic produce 12.The 'Innovation TN' Dashboard, launched by IIT Madras in partnership with Guidance Tamil Nadu, serves what primary purpose? a) To promote tourism in Tamil Nadu b) To map Tamil Nadu's entire startup ecosystem c) To provide online education to rural students d) To track industrial production in the state Ans: b) To map Tamil Nadu's entire startup ecosystem 13.As per the content, approximately how many startups are currently part of Tamil Nadu's innovation ecosystem, as highlighted by the 'Innovation TN' Dashboard? a) Nearly 5,000 b) Nearly 10,000 c) Nearly 19,000 d) Over 25,000 Ans: c) Nearly 19,000

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1.According to Union Minister Piyush Goyal, what is India's projected export growth for 2025? a) 6.7% b) 6% c) 6.01% d) 5.5% Ans: b) 6% 2.What was the total value of India's exports for FY25, as mentioned by the Union Minist...

1.According to Union Minister Piyush Goyal, what is India's projected export growth for 2025? a) 6.7% b) 6% c) 6.01% d) 5.5% Ans: b) 6% 2.What was the total value of India's exports for FY25, as mentioned by the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry? a) US$35.1 billion b) US$824.9 billion c) US$780.5 billion d) US$850.2 billion Ans: b) US$824.9 billion 3.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as a focus area for enhanced market access in India's FTA negotiations with the European Union? a) Textiles b) Pharmaceuticals c) Automobiles d) Steel Ans: c) Automobiles 4.The additional 25% tariffs imposed by the U.S. on Indian products, bringing the total levy to 50%, are primarily in response to which of India's actions? a) India's trade deficit with the U.S. b) India's purchases of Russian oil c) India's new intellectual property laws d) India's stance on climate change agreements Ans: b) India's purchases of Russian oil 5.Who urged India Inc to scale up investments, citing corporates' 'strongest balance sheets'? a) Piyush Goyal b) V. Ananth Nageswaran c) M Nagaraju d) Yogi Adityanath Ans: c) M Nagaraju 6.What was India's GDP growth rate for the April-June period, as stated in the text? a) 6.7% b) 7.8% c) 6.01% d) 5.5% Ans: b) 7.8% 7.By when does Chief Economic Adviser Dr. V Ananth Nageswaran project India's economy to reach US$5 trillion? a) 2025-26 b) 2026-27 c) 2027-28 d) 2028-29 Ans: c) 2027-28 8.From which date are the significant GST reforms announced by CM Yogi Adityanath expected to be implemented? a) August 15 b) September 1 c) September 22 d) October 1 Ans: c) September 22 9.What is the estimated economic boost to the Indian economy expected from the new GST reforms? a) Rs 1 lakh crore b) Rs 1.5 lakh crore c) Rs 2 lakh crore d) Rs 2.5 lakh crore Ans: c) Rs 2 lakh crore 10.Under the new GST reforms, which of the following items has had its GST fully abolished? a) Medicines b) Testing kits c) Notebooks and pencils d) Oxygen Ans: c) Notebooks and pencils 11.Which of the following products will now incur a 40% GST rate under the new reforms? a) Personal life insurance b) Health insurance c) Tobacco and pan masala d) Educational materials Ans: c) Tobacco and pan masala 12.How did the Indian stock market perform in 2025 in US dollar terms, as stated in the text? a) A 1.9% return b) A 6.7% return c) A 9.3% return d) A 25% return Ans: a) A 1.9% return 13.Which company launched India's first Green Bond? a) Oil India Limited b) Vedanta c) SEPC d) KPI Green Ans: d) KPI Green 14.Who is the Chairman of Oil India Limited, who confirmed that the company's Russian assets remain unaffected by recent drone attacks? a) M Nagaraju b) Ranjit Rath c) Piyush Goyal d) V. Ananth Nageswaran Ans: b) Ranjit Rath 15.Which company acquired Ambika Pathology? a) Sheela Foam b) Metropolis Healthcare c) Vedanta d) SEPC Ans: b) Metropolis Healthcare

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1.Which specific action is the European Union reportedly considering against Israel as part of a potential sanctions plan? a) Imposing travel bans on all Israeli citizens b) Suspending its trade agreement with Israel c) Freezing asse...

1.Which specific action is the European Union reportedly considering against Israel as part of a potential sanctions plan? a) Imposing travel bans on all Israeli citizens b) Suspending its trade agreement with Israel c) Freezing assets of Israeli government officials d) Withdrawing all diplomatic staff from Israel Ans: b) Suspending its trade agreement with Israel 2.According to the provided text, which two former leaders are reportedly involved in authorizing a new post-war proposal for Gaza? a) Barack Obama and Theresa May b) George W. Bush and Gordon Brown c) Donald Trump and Tony Blair d) Bill Clinton and John Major Ans: c) Donald Trump and Tony Blair 3.What is the proposed name for the transitional governing power in Gaza, as outlined in the new post-war plan? a) Gaza Provisional Administration b) United Nations Gaza Authority c) Gaza International Transitional Authority d) Palestinian Interim Governance Council Ans: c) Gaza International Transitional Authority 4.Who leads the armed group in Khan Younis that claims to be establishing an area for Gazans seeking an alternative to Hamas rule? a) Ismail Haniyeh b) Yahya Sinwar c) Hossam al-Astal d) Mohammed Deif Ans: c) Hossam al-Astal 5.What position did Dmitry Kozak hold before his resignation from the Kremlin, as confirmed by the text? a) Foreign Minister b) Defense Minister c) Kremlin Deputy Chief of Staff d) Head of Presidential Administration Ans: c) Kremlin Deputy Chief of Staff 6.Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov is scheduled to attend high-level multilateral meetings with which of the following organizations during the UN General Assembly? a) NATO and QUAD b) CSTO and BRICS c) G7 and APEC d) African Union and Arab League Ans: b) CSTO and BRICS 7.Which organizations collaborated to release the 18th edition of the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025? a) World Bank and International Monetary Fund b) United Nations Development Programme and World Economic Forum c) World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and the Portulans Institute d) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and UNESCO Ans: c) World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) and the Portulans Institute 8.What was India's global ranking in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025? a) 39th b) 38th c) 1st among Lower Middle-Income economies d) 15th Ans: b) 38th 9.Which country maintained its top position in the Global Innovation Index (GII) for the 15th consecutive year? a) Sweden b) United States c) Switzerland d) South Korea Ans: c) Switzerland 10.Iran withdrew a resolution at the UN nuclear watchdog's annual gathering, co-sponsored by which two other countries, to ban attacks on nuclear facilities? a) France and Germany b) United Kingdom and India c) China and Russia d) North Korea and Syria Ans: c) China and Russia 11.In which city was Gastech 2025, the world's largest energy exhibition, held? a) London b) Dubai c) Houston d) Milan Ans: d) Milan 12.What specific marine fuel did NYK highlight at Gastech 2025 for decarbonization in the shipping industry? a) Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) b) Hydrogen c) Ammonia d) Biofuel Ans: c) Ammonia 13.What is a primary criticism mentioned regarding the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP)? a) Its reliance on outdated drilling technology b) Its potential environmental impact, including its route through protected areas c) Its projected high operational costs d) Its lack of economic benefits for local communities Ans: b) Its potential environmental impact, including its route through protected areas

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1.On September 19, 2025, Indian stock markets reached 10-week highs primarily due to which two factors? a) Increased oil prices and domestic consumption b) US Federal Reserve rate cut and easing US trade tensions c) Strong FII inflow...

1.On September 19, 2025, Indian stock markets reached 10-week highs primarily due to which two factors? a) Increased oil prices and domestic consumption b) US Federal Reserve rate cut and easing US trade tensions c) Strong FII inflows and government spending d) New industrial policies and agricultural reforms Ans: b) US Federal Reserve rate cut and easing US trade tensions 2.According to the Chief Economic Adviser, what reciprocal tariff levels are expected between India and the US, which could significantly boost Indian exports? a) 5-10% b) 10-15% c) 15-20% d) 20-25% Ans: b) 10-15% 3.Which regulatory body dismissed allegations of insider trading and manipulation against the Adani Group, previously raised by Hindenburg Research? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Ministry of Finance c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) d) National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) Ans: c) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) 4.The Indian Navy commissioned its new naval base, INS Aravali, in which city on September 12, 2025? a) Mumbai b) Visakhapatnam c) Gurugram d) Kochi Ans: c) Gurugram 5.Who presided over the commissioning ceremony of INS Aravali? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh c) Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff d) President Droupadi Murmu Ans: c) Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff 6.India's indigenously-built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), INS Nistar, is participating in Exercise Pacific Reach 2025, which is being held in which country? a) Malaysia b) Indonesia c) Thailand d) Singapore Ans: d) Singapore 7.INS Nistar, participating in Exercise Pacific Reach 2025, is primarily classified as what type of vessel? a) Aircraft Carrier b) Destroyer c) Submarine d) Diving Support Vessel (DSV) Ans: d) Diving Support Vessel (DSV) 8.India is closely monitoring a strategic mutual defence pact signed between which two nations, where aggression against one is considered aggression against both? a) China and Russia b) Pakistan and Saudi Arabia c) Iran and Turkey d) Egypt and UAE Ans: b) Pakistan and Saudi Arabia 9.On his 75th birthday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched which nationwide health outreach initiative focusing on maternal and child health? a) Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram b) Poshan Abhiyaan c) Swastha Nari Sashakt Parivar d) Mission Indradhanush Ans: c) Swastha Nari Sashakt Parivar 10.Which Indian festival is the Government of India initiating the process to nominate for inclusion in UNESCO's Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity? a) Diwali b) Holi c) Chhath Mahaparva d) Durga Puja Ans: c) Chhath Mahaparva 11.The 14th Sirarakhong Hathei Chilli Festival was inaugurated in which state of India? a) Nagaland b) Assam c) Manipur d) Arunachal Pradesh Ans: c) Manipur 12.A conclave for a sustainable bamboo economy was held in which city, focusing on integrating traditional knowledge with modern technology? a) Shillong b) Imphal c) Guwahati d) Agartala Ans: c) Guwahati 13.What innovative plant, expected to significantly boost the region's bamboo economy, was mentioned in the context of the sustainable bamboo economy conclave? a) Bamboo-based paper mill b) Bamboo-based bioethanol plant c) Bamboo-based textile factory d) Bamboo-based furniture unit Ans: b) Bamboo-based bioethanol plant 14.Which two Indian sectors were specifically mentioned as potential beneficiaries from the easing of US trade tensions and reduced tariffs? a) Agriculture and Manufacturing b) IT and Pharma c) Automotive and Textile d) Mining and Infrastructure Ans: b) IT and Pharma 15.INS Aravali is designed to strengthen India's Command, Control, Communications, and Maritime Domain Awareness (MDA) framework. What is the core function it aims to support? a) Ship repair and maintenance b) Naval aviation operations c) Information and communication centers d) Submarine warfare training Ans: c) Information and communication centers 16.Who is the Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson mentioned in the context of India's reaction to the Pakistan-Saudi defence pact? a) Arindam Bagchi b) S. Jaishankar c) Shri Randhir Jaiswal d) Syed Akbaruddin Ans: c) Shri Randhir Jaiswal

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1.What is S&P Global's reaffirmed projection for India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for fiscal year 2025-26? a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.When are the "GST 2.0" reforms, aimed at simplifying the Go...

1.What is S&P Global's reaffirmed projection for India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth for fiscal year 2025-26? a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.When are the "GST 2.0" reforms, aimed at simplifying the Goods and Services Tax structure, expected to become effective? a) January 1, 2025 b) April 1, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 3.Under the impending "GST 2.0" reforms, what will be the two primary tax slabs for Goods and Services Tax (GST)? a) 0% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 28% d) 18% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 4.According to Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, what is the estimated economic injection into the economy expected from the "GST 2.0" reforms? a) ₹1 lakh crore b) ₹2 lakh crore c) ₹3 lakh crore d) ₹4 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹2 lakh crore 5.Which Union Minister stated that India's exports are expected to grow by approximately 6% this year despite global headwinds? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Amit Shah d) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 6.The Indian stock market's anticipated positive opening on September 18, 2025, is attributed to which specific action by the US Federal Reserve? a) Raising interest rates by 25 basis points b) Maintaining interest rates c) Cutting interest rates by 25 basis points d) Announcing a new quantitative easing program Ans: c) Cutting interest rates by 25 basis points 7.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has classified payment aggregators into how many categories under its new final guidelines? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: b) Three 8.When are the RBI's new rules for co-lending arrangements scheduled to become effective? a) Immediately b) September 22, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) April 1, 2026 Ans: c) January 1, 2026 9.What was the repo rate maintained by the RBI in its August 2025 Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 10.On which date did India launch its first national policy on geothermal energy? a) August 15, 2025 b) September 15, 2025 c) October 15, 2025 d) November 15, 2025 Ans: b) September 15, 2025 11.Which of the following is NOT a stated aim of India's new national policy on geothermal energy? a) Boost clean power generation b) Repurpose old oil and gas wells c) Attract domestic and international investment d) Promote nuclear fission for energy Ans: d) Promote nuclear fission for energy 12.What is the primary objective of the Indian government's initiative to roll out a comprehensive, integrated electronic database of land records? a) To increase agricultural output through direct subsidies b) To centralize tax collection for property ownership c) To streamline land markets, reduce disputes, and attract investment d) To facilitate rapid urbanization and industrial expansion Ans: c) To streamline land markets, reduce disputes, and attract investment

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1.In response to Israel's intensified offensive in Gaza, which country reportedly canceled a substantial arms contract for Israeli-designed rocket launchers? a) France b) Germany c) Spain d) United Kingdom Ans: c) Spain 2.Wh...

1.In response to Israel's intensified offensive in Gaza, which country reportedly canceled a substantial arms contract for Israeli-designed rocket launchers? a) France b) Germany c) Spain d) United Kingdom Ans: c) Spain 2.What was the approximate value of the arms contract canceled by Spain for Israeli-designed rocket launchers? a) $500 million b) $825 million c) $1.2 billion d) $250 million Ans: b) $825 million 3.Which Israeli Prime Minister appeared in court for a corruption trial during the period of intensified conflict in Gaza? a) Naftali Bennett b) Yair Lapid c) Benjamin Netanyahu d) Ariel Sharon Ans: c) Benjamin Netanyahu 4.What were the primary demands of thousands of protesters marching to the Prime Minister's residence in Jerusalem? a) Economic reforms and tax cuts b) End to the war and release of hostages c) Increased military spending and annexation d) Environmental protection and climate action Ans: b) End to the war and release of hostages 5.The intensified Israeli assault on Gaza City was characterized by coordinated attacks from which domains? a) Air and land only b) Air, land, and sea c) Sea and cyber only d) Land and cyber only Ans: b) Air, land, and sea 6.According to Bank Indonesia (BI), what is a primary factor contributing to the current global economic slowdown? a) Low oil prices b) Reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States c) Increased global trade agreements d) Stable geopolitical environment Ans: b) Reciprocal tariffs imposed by the United States 7.What asset is reported to have reached a new record high as investors seek safe-haven options amidst global economic uncertainty? a) Crude oil b) US dollar c) Gold d) Government bonds Ans: c) Gold 8.Which central bank is widely expected to cut interest rates in response to the weak global outlook and easing inflationary pressures? a) European Central Bank b) Bank of Japan c) US Federal Reserve d) Bank of England Ans: c) US Federal Reserve 9.The global economic slowdown is characterized by a weakened business confidence in which major economy, leading to reduced household consumption and rising unemployment? a) China b) European Union c) Japan d) United States Ans: d) United States 10.What is a key reason cited for the impact on China's economic performance? a) Increased domestic demand b) Rising exports to the US c) Declining exports to the US due to tariffs d) Stronger business confidence Ans: c) Declining exports to the US due to tariffs 11.In response to the weak global economic outlook and easing inflationary pressures, what type of monetary policy are several central banks contemplating? a) Tightening monetary policies b) Quantitative easing c) Accommodative monetary policies d) Fiscal stimulus measures Ans: c) Accommodative monetary policies 12.Which EU official released "A New Strategic EU-India Agenda" on September 17, 2025? a) Ursula von der Leyen b) Charles Michel c) Kaja Kallas d) Josep Borrell Ans: c) Kaja Kallas 13.What is the title of the document released by the European Commission and the EU's High Representative for Foreign Affairs outlining plans to upgrade strategic ties with India? a) "EU-India Trade Pact" b) "Agenda 2030: EU and India" c) "A New Strategic EU-India Agenda" d) "Framework for EU-India Cooperation" Ans: c) "A New Strategic EU-India Agenda" 14.The EU's strategy for enhanced partnership with India encompasses cooperation in which of the following areas? a) Only trade and defense b) Technology, security, and climate c) Only climate and trade d) Trade, technology, security, defense, and climate Ans: d) Trade, technology, security, defense, and climate 15.What are the two main concerns expressed by the EU regarding India's actions, which could pose risks to the strategic partnership? a) India's trade deficit with the EU and human rights issues b) India's military exercises with Russia and continued purchases of Russian oil c) India's stance on climate change and intellectual property rights d) India's relationship with China and its space program Ans: b) India's military exercises with Russia and continued purchases of Russian oil 16.On what date was "A New Strategic EU-India Agenda" released? a) September 17, 2024 b) October 17, 2025 c) September 17, 2025 d) August 17, 2024 Ans: c) September 17, 2025

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1.India's government rice reserves recently reached a record high. What was the approximate quantity mentioned? a) 33.3 million tonnes b) 48.2 million tonnes c) 25.0 million tonnes d) 55.5 million tonnes Ans: b) 48.2 million tonnes ...

1.India's government rice reserves recently reached a record high. What was the approximate quantity mentioned? a) 33.3 million tonnes b) 48.2 million tonnes c) 25.0 million tonnes d) 55.5 million tonnes Ans: b) 48.2 million tonnes 2.Which of the following statements is true regarding India's food grain reserves as per recent reports? a) Wheat stocks are at a record high, but rice reserves are below target. b) Both rice and wheat stocks are above target, with wheat at a four-year high. c) Rice reserves have decreased, while wheat reserves are stable. d) Both rice and wheat stocks are below target due to poor agricultural output. Ans: b) Both rice and wheat stocks are above target, with wheat at a four-year high. 3.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently reiterated his call for citizens and traders to prioritize and sell which category of products? a) Globally sourced goods b) Luxury imported items c) Indigenously manufactured goods d) Products from allied nations Ans: c) Indigenously manufactured goods 4.Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal visited the UAE to co-chair which high-level body? a) India-UAE Strategic Dialogue b) India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments c) India-UAE Technology Exchange Forum d) India-UAE Cultural Partnership Summit Ans: b) India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments 5.In which sector did India's CO2 emissions see a dip during the January-June period, as per a positive environmental note? a) Transportation sector b) Industrial manufacturing c) Power sector d) Agricultural sector Ans: c) Power sector 6.The Mahi Banswara Atomic Power Plant project, for which PM Modi is set to lay the foundation stone, will be located in which Indian state? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Rajasthan d) Madhya Pradesh Ans: c) Rajasthan 7.What type of reactors will be utilized in the Mahi Banswara Atomic Power Plant project? a) Boiling Water Reactors (BWR) b) Pressurized Water Reactors (PWR) c) Fast Breeder Reactors (FBR) d) Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR) Ans: d) Pressurized Heavy Water Reactors (PHWR) 8.The Kumbh Mela Authority in Nashik has granted administrative approval for extensive road and bridge works in preparation for which upcoming event? a) Ardh Kumbh Mela b) Simhastha Kumbh Mela c) Maha Kumbh Mela d) Prayagraj Kumbh Mela Ans: b) Simhastha Kumbh Mela 9.Which state's Chief Minister recently directed that all rain-damaged road repair work be completed before the festive season? a) Bihar b) Uttar Pradesh c) West Bengal d) Odisha Ans: b) Uttar Pradesh 10.The Patna High Court recently directed the Congress party to remove an AI-generated video depicting which political figure? a) Sonia Gandhi b) Rahul Gandhi c) Narendra Modi d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Narendra Modi 11.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh recently rejected claims by former US President Donald Trump regarding intervention to stop an Indo-Pak conflict following which operation? a) Operation Parakram b) Operation Vijay c) Operation Sindoor d) Operation Meghdoot Ans: c) Operation Sindoor 12.During the Prof (Dr) N R Madhava Menon Memorial Lecture, which judicial figure emphasized the need to reimagine legal education by expanding its reach through technology? a) Attorney General of India b) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Gavai c) Solicitor General of India d) Union Law Minister Ans: b) Chief Justice of India (CJI) Gavai 13.On the occasion of Prime Minister Modi's 75th birthday, which international body adopted a 'New Strategic EU-India Agenda' to deepen and broaden bilateral cooperation? a) United Nations b) ASEAN c) European Union (EU) d) African Union Ans: c) European Union (EU) 14.India's recent trade discussions with the United States were described as 'positive and constructive' and focused on which key areas? a) Cultural exchange and tourism b) Military exercises and defense procurement c) Tariff issues, technology partnerships, and boosting bilateral commerce d) Environmental regulations and climate change initiatives Ans: c) Tariff issues, technology partnerships, and boosting bilateral commerce 15.The US-based Khalistani outfit 'Sikhs for Justice (SFJ)' recently threatened to 'siege' the Indian Consulate in which Canadian city? a) Toronto b) Montreal c) Vancouver d) Calgary Ans: c) Vancouver 16.Which iconic international landmark was illuminated with visuals of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to mark his 75th birthday? a) Eiffel Tower b) Statue of Liberty c) Burj Khalifa d) Sydney Opera House Ans: c) Burj Khalifa

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1.The novel battery technology, utilizing aluminum and a water-based solution, was developed by researchers primarily from which city in India? a) Chennai b) New Delhi c) Bengaluru d) Mumbai Ans: c) Bengaluru 2.Which of the ...

1.The novel battery technology, utilizing aluminum and a water-based solution, was developed by researchers primarily from which city in India? a) Chennai b) New Delhi c) Bengaluru d) Mumbai Ans: c) Bengaluru 2.Which of the following institutions collaborated to develop the novel aluminum and water-based battery technology? a) IIT Madras and DRDO b) Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) and IISc's CeNSE c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) d) Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (RIT) and IBM Ans: b) Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS) and IISc's CeNSE 3.What are the primary advantages of the newly developed battery technology over conventional lithium-ion batteries, as mentioned in the text? a) Higher energy density and faster charging speed b) Enhanced safety, reduced cost, and environmental friendliness c) Lighter weight and greater power output d) Longer lifespan and wider temperature tolerance Ans: b) Enhanced safety, reduced cost, and environmental friendliness 4.For which future applications does the novel battery technology hold promising implications? a) High-speed trains and satellite communication b) Industrial robotics and large-scale power grids c) Flexible smartphones, safer electric vehicles, and integrated wearable devices d) Space exploration and deep-sea exploration vessels Ans: c) Flexible smartphones, safer electric vehicles, and integrated wearable devices 5.The AI-based weather model for Indian farmers was co-developed by UC Berkeley's William Boos and which Indian government body? a) Ministry of Earth Sciences b) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change c) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare d) Indian Meteorological Department Ans: c) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare 6.What was the maximum advance notice provided by the AI-based weather model for the 2025 summer monsoon season's onset? a) Up to one week b) Up to two weeks c) Up to three weeks d) Up to four weeks Ans: d) Up to four weeks 7.A notable success of the AI weather model was its accurate prediction of a 20-day stall in the monsoon over which region? a) Northeastern India b) Northwestern India c) Southern India d) Central India Ans: c) Southern India 8.Approximately how many farmers across northeastern India received advance notice of the 2025 summer monsoon season's onset through the AI weather model? a) 15 million b) 25 million c) 38 million d) 50 million Ans: c) 38 million 9.India's first Quantum Research Center was inaugurated at which institution and city? a) IIT Bombay, Mumbai b) IISc, Bengaluru c) Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (RIT), Chennai d) Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi Ans: c) Rajalakshmi Institute of Technology (RIT), Chennai 10.Who highlighted quantum computing as being at a similar transformative juncture as personal computers and the internet, during the inauguration of India's first Quantum Research Center? a) William Boos from UC Berkeley b) Dr. Venkata Subramaniam from IBM c) A senior official from the Department of Science and Technology d) The CEO of APACMed Ans: b) Dr. Venkata Subramaniam from IBM 11.The 11th APACMed MedTech Forum (MTF) was hosted in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) New Delhi d) Mumbai Ans: c) New Delhi 12.What was the theme of the 11th APACMed MedTech Forum held in New Delhi? a) "Digital India: Healthcare for All" b) "Swastha Bharat – A Healthier India, Together" c) "Innovate for Health: India's MedTech Future" d) "Global MedTech Collaboration for Sustainable Health" Ans: b) "Swastha Bharat – A Healthier India, Together" 13.The APACMed MedTech Forum aimed to advance India's role as a global hub for MedTech innovation, manufacturing, and regulatory excellence, aligning with which national visions? a) Make in India and Digital India b) Smart Cities Mission and Skill India c) Viksit Bharat 2047 and Healthcare Vision 2030 d) Atmanirbhar Bharat and Startup India Ans: c) Viksit Bharat 2047 and Healthcare Vision 2030

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1.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released a comprehensive Master Direction for the regulation of Payment Aggregators (PAs) on which date? a) September 16, 2024 b) October 16, 2025 c) September 16, 2025 d) August 16, 2025 Ans: c) Sep...

1.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released a comprehensive Master Direction for the regulation of Payment Aggregators (PAs) on which date? a) September 16, 2024 b) October 16, 2025 c) September 16, 2025 d) August 16, 2025 Ans: c) September 16, 2025 2.Which type of entity is exempt from seeking separate RBI authorization for providing Payment Aggregator services under the new Master Direction? a) Non-bank PAs b) PA-Online c) Banks d) PA-Cross-Border Ans: c) Banks 3.What is the initial minimum net worth requirement for non-bank Payment Aggregators at the time of application for RBI authorization? a) ₹10 crore b) ₹15 crore c) ₹20 crore d) ₹25 crore Ans: b) ₹15 crore 4.By when must non-bank Payment Aggregators increase their net worth to ₹25 crore after receiving RBI authorization? a) By the end of the first financial year b) By the end of the second financial year c) By the end of the third financial year d) Immediately upon authorization Ans: c) By the end of the third financial year 5.Annual security audits for Payment Aggregators, as per the new RBI guidelines, must be conducted by auditors empanelled by which entity? a) SEBI b) IRDAI c) CERT-In d) NPCI Ans: c) CERT-In 6.What was one of the primary factors contributing to the rise in Indian stock markets on Tuesday? a) Rising crude oil prices b) Concerns over global trade c) Expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut d) Decline in domestic consumption Ans: c) Expectations of a US Federal Reserve interest rate cut 7.Which index led the sectoral rallies in the Indian stock market on Tuesday? a) Nifty IT b) Nifty Pharma c) Nifty Auto d) Nifty Bank Ans: c) Nifty Auto 8.Where were the recent discussions between chief negotiators from India and the United States on a proposed bilateral trade agreement held? a) Washington D.C. b) Mumbai c) New Delhi d) Geneva Ans: c) New Delhi 9.Which Danish brewer is reportedly exploring an Initial Public Offering (IPO) for its Indian business arm? a) Heineken b) Anheuser-Busch InBev c) Carlsberg A/S d) Bira 91 Ans: c) Carlsberg A/S 10.According to NITI Aayog CEO B.V.R. Subrahmanyam, how much is Artificial Intelligence (AI) projected to add to India's economy by 2035? a) $1 trillion b) $1.5 trillion c) $2 trillion d) $2.5 trillion Ans: c) $2 trillion 11.Who is the current CEO of NITI Aayog, who spoke about AI's transformative role in economic growth? a) Amitabh Kant b) Arvind Panagariya c) B.V.R. Subrahmanyam d) Rajiv Kumar Ans: c) B.V.R. Subrahmanyam 12.What is the title of the report mentioned by NITI Aayog regarding AI's opportunity for accelerated economic growth in India? a) AI for Digital India b) AI for Viksit Bharat: The Opportunity for Accelerated Economic Growth c) India's AI Future: Economic Impact d) Leveraging AI for Economic Prosperity Ans: b) AI for Viksit Bharat: The Opportunity for Accelerated Economic Growth 13.Morgan Stanley anticipates that the RBI will lower policy rates by 25 basis points in which upcoming Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meetings? a) August and September b) September and November c) October and December d) November and January Ans: c) October and December 14.What is Morgan Stanley's forecast for headline consumer price index (CPI) inflation in FY26, which supports their prediction of RBI rate cuts? a) 4.0% year-on-year b) 3.5% year-on-year c) 2.4% year-on-year d) 5.0% year-on-year Ans: c) 2.4% year-on-year 15.By what percentage did India's trade deficit contract recently? a) Over 30% b) Over 40% c) Over 50% d) Over 60% Ans: c) Over 50% 16.What was the primary reason for the narrowing of India's trade deficit? a) Significant drop in imports b) Sharp rise in merchandise exports c) Increase in foreign direct investment d) Reduction in gold imports Ans: b) Sharp rise in merchandise exports 17.What was India's trade deficit figure after its recent contraction? a) $21.7 billion b) $15.5 billion c) $9.9 billion d) $5.8 billion Ans: c) $9.9 billion

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1.Which international body has accused Israel of committing 'genocide' in Gaza, as reported in the provided content? a) International Criminal Court b) UN Commission of Inquiry c) Human Rights Watch d) Amnesty International Ans: b) U...

1.Which international body has accused Israel of committing 'genocide' in Gaza, as reported in the provided content? a) International Criminal Court b) UN Commission of Inquiry c) Human Rights Watch d) Amnesty International Ans: b) UN Commission of Inquiry 2.Which European country has threatened to boycott the Eurovision event if Israel is allowed to participate? a) France b) Spain c) Germany d) Italy Ans: b) Spain 3.Israeli forces reportedly launched a series of strikes on a Red Sea port in which country? a) Egypt b) Saudi Arabia c) Yemen d) Jordan Ans: c) Yemen 4.The joint air and naval exercise 'Freedom Edge' was commenced by which three countries? a) US, China, Japan b) US, South Korea, Japan c) US, Australia, Japan d) South Korea, Japan, China Ans: b) US, South Korea, Japan 5.Near which island were the 'Freedom Edge' exercises conducted? a) Okinawa Island b) Dokdo Island c) Jeju Island d) Tsushima Island Ans: c) Jeju Island 6.What was the primary stated purpose of the 'Freedom Edge' exercises? a) Counter-terrorism operations in East Asia b) Enhancing trilateral defense cooperation against North Korea's nuclear threats c) Securing shipping lanes in the South China Sea d) Humanitarian aid and disaster relief drills Ans: b) Enhancing trilateral defense cooperation against North Korea's nuclear threats 7.Which North Korean official denounced the 'Freedom Edge' exercises as a 'reckless show of strength'? a) Kim Jong Un b) Kim Yo Jong c) Choe Ryong Hae d) Pak Jong Chon Ans: b) Kim Yo Jong 8.Which country reportedly fired water cannons at Philippine ships near the disputed Scarborough Shoal? a) Vietnam b) Taiwan c) China d) Malaysia Ans: c) China 9.Former US President Donald Trump is on his second state visit to which country? a) France b) Germany c) United Kingdom d) Canada Ans: c) United Kingdom 10.India is set to host the 89th International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) General Meeting in which city in 2025? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Chennai Ans: c) New Delhi 11.Which three countries held a trilateral meeting in Tehran to bolster cooperation against extremism and terrorism and promote the use of Chabahar Port? a) India, Pakistan, Iran b) India, Afghanistan, Iran c) India, Iran, Uzbekistan d) India, Russia, Iran Ans: c) India, Iran, Uzbekistan 12.India has recently joined war games with which two countries? a) Russia and China b) Belarus and Russia c) Iran and Russia d) Kazakhstan and Russia Ans: b) Belarus and Russia 13.The Supreme Court of India recently recognized which of the following as a fundamental right under Article 21? a) Right to education b) Right to privacy c) Right to mental health d) Right to clean environment Ans: c) Right to mental health 14.India recently launched its first National Policy on which energy source to diversify its renewable energy portfolio? a) Solar Energy b) Wind Energy c) Hydroelectric Energy d) Geothermal Energy Ans: d) Geothermal Energy 15.Which country has appointed the world's first AI Cabinet Minister? a) South Korea b) Japan c) Albania d) Estonia Ans: c) Albania 16.The Prime Minister of which country recently resigned following protests sparked by a social media ban? a) Sri Lanka b) Bangladesh c) Nepal d) Myanmar Ans: c) Nepal 17.Which country has reportedly banned words like 'Hamburgers' and 'Ice Cream' in an attempt to curb foreign cultural influence? a) China b) Russia c) North Korea d) Iran Ans: c) North Korea 18.In which two Indian states did PM Narendra Modi inaugurate development projects, including a thermal power plant and a bioethanol plant? a) Uttar Pradesh and Gujarat b) Bihar and Assam c) Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh d) Rajasthan and Punjab Ans: b) Bihar and Assam

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1.The trade talks between India and the United States on September 16, 2025, were the first since what significant event? a) India joined the Belarus-Russia war games. b) The US imposed 50% tariffs on India. c) Prime Minister Modi's ...

1.The trade talks between India and the United States on September 16, 2025, were the first since what significant event? a) India joined the Belarus-Russia war games. b) The US imposed 50% tariffs on India. c) Prime Minister Modi's 75th birthday. d) The Supreme Court's ruling on the Waqf Act. Ans: b) The US imposed 50% tariffs on India. 2.Who represented India as the chief negotiator in the bilateral trade talks with the United States on September 16, 2025? a) Brendan Lynch b) Narendra Modi c) Rajesh Agrawal d) Parikshit Makkar Ans: c) Rajesh Agrawal 3.On what date was Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 75th birthday observed, as mentioned in the current affairs? a) September 16, 2025 b) September 17, 2025 c) August 15, 2025 d) October 2, 2025 Ans: b) September 17, 2025 4.Which international leader extended birthday wishes to Prime Minister Modi on his 75th birthday? a) US President Joe Biden b) US President Donald Trump c) Russian President Vladimir Putin d) Chinese President Xi Jinping Ans: b) US President Donald Trump 5.Which Indian state was particularly highlighted for launching new projects and initiatives coinciding with PM Modi's 75th birthday? a) Uttarakhand b) Manipur c) Madhya Pradesh d) Himachal Pradesh Ans: c) Madhya Pradesh 6.Heavy rains and floods recently wreaked havoc in which two northern Indian states? a) Punjab and Haryana b) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar c) Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh d) Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh Ans: c) Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh 7.In Uttarakhand, which city reported 13 deaths due to overnight rains and floods, as per the provided information? a) Champawat b) Udham Singh Nagar c) Dehradun d) Sahastradhara Ans: c) Dehradun 8.Which districts in Uttarakhand were issued a red alert for extremely heavy rain? a) Dehradun, Haridwar, Nainital b) Champawat, Pithoragarh, Almora c) Dehradun, Champawat, Udham Singh Nagar d) Rishikesh, Mussoorie, Badrinath Ans: c) Dehradun, Champawat, Udham Singh Nagar 9.In the context of the Delhi riots cases, what issue did courts frequently red-flag regarding evidence? a) Lack of evidence b) Fabricated evidence c) Insufficient witness testimonies d) Delayed submission of evidence Ans: b) Fabricated evidence 10.What was the Supreme Court's observation regarding the 2025 Waqf law? a) It was unconstitutional. b) It was well-intentioned but had arbitrary aspects. c) It should be immediately repealed. d) It was perfectly drafted and flawless. Ans: b) It was well-intentioned but had arbitrary aspects. 11.Who was remanded to two-day judicial custody in the fatal Delhi BMW crash case? a) Parikshit Makkar b) Rajesh Agrawal c) Gaganpreet Kaur d) Brendan Lynch Ans: c) Gaganpreet Kaur 12.What was the reason for extending the Income Tax Returns (ITR) filing deadline for Assessment Year 2025-26 by a day? a) Public holiday b) Request from taxpayers c) Technical glitches d) Government policy change Ans: c) Technical glitches 13.India participated in war games with which two countries, also involving Iran and other nations, amidst ongoing trade tensions with the United States? a) China and Pakistan b) Belarus and Russia c) France and Germany d) Japan and South Korea Ans: b) Belarus and Russia 14.Why did Prime Minister Modi visit Manipur? a) To inaugurate new infrastructure projects. b) Two years after ethnic clashes divided the state. c) To attend a regional summit. d) To assess flood damage. Ans: b) Two years after ethnic clashes divided the state. 15.Patients were evacuated from Jawaharlal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences (JNIMS) in Manipur due to what worsening conditions? a) Ethnic clashes b) Shortage of medical staff c) Flash flood conditions d) Power outages Ans: c) Flash flood conditions 16.Who is the Assistant US Trade Representative mentioned in the context of India-US trade talks? a) Donald Trump b) Brendan Lynch c) Rajesh Agrawal d) Joe Biden Ans: b) Brendan Lynch 17.The Supreme Court sought replies from several states on pleas seeking a stay on which type of laws? a) Anti-defection laws b) Anti-terror laws c) Anti-conversion laws d) Land acquisition laws Ans: c) Anti-conversion laws 18.The victim of the fatal Delhi BMW crash was identified as an official from which government ministry? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Ministry of External Affairs c) Ministry of Defence d) Finance Ministry Ans: d) Finance Ministry

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September 16, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.India's first quantum reference facility is planned for which location? a) Bengaluru Quantum Hub b) Hyderabad Deep Tech Park c) Amaravati Quantum Valley d) Pune Quantum Research Center Ans: c) Amaravati Quantum Valley 2.Wh...

1.India's first quantum reference facility is planned for which location? a) Bengaluru Quantum Hub b) Hyderabad Deep Tech Park c) Amaravati Quantum Valley d) Pune Quantum Research Center Ans: c) Amaravati Quantum Valley 2.What is the primary objective of establishing the quantum reference facility at Amaravati Quantum Valley? a) To develop new quantum algorithms for financial markets. b) To provide testing, benchmarking, and characterization for quantum components. c) To train quantum physicists for international collaboration. d) To manufacture quantum computers for export. Ans: b) To provide testing, benchmarking, and characterization for quantum components. 3.According to the NITI Aayog CEO, what is the estimated economic contribution of Artificial Intelligence to the Indian economy by 2035? a) $1 trillion b) $1.5 trillion c) $2 trillion d) $2.5 trillion Ans: c) $2 trillion 4.Which Union Minister announced that India is set to host the AI Impact Summit in February 2026? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Rajnath Singh d) S. Jaishankar Ans: b) Ashwini Vaishnaw 5.A parliamentary committee has proposed which key regulatory measure for content creators utilizing AI to curb fake news? a) Complete ban on AI-generated content. b) Mandatory use of government-approved AI models. c) Licensing requirement and mandatory labeling of AI-generated content. d) Heavy taxation on all AI-powered services. Ans: c) Licensing requirement and mandatory labeling of AI-generated content. 6.Which two entities collaborated to develop advanced AI-powered forecasts that successfully predicted the Indian monsoon? a) IIT Bombay and Indian Meteorological Department b) University of Cambridge and Indian Ministry of Science c) University of Chicago and Indian Ministry of Agriculture d) Stanford University and NITI Aayog Ans: c) University of Chicago and Indian Ministry of Agriculture 7.What is ISRO's ambitious long-term goal for space exploration by 2040? a) Establishing a permanent space station. b) Sending a probe to Jupiter. c) A crewed lunar landing. d) Launching a mission to Mars with human presence. Ans: c) A crewed lunar landing 8.The project for disseminating precise Indian Standard Time will be implemented in collaboration with ISRO and which other national laboratory? a) National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL) b) National Physical Laboratory (NPL) c) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) d) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Ans: b) National Physical Laboratory (NPL) 9.What was the theme for National Engineers' Day celebrated on September 15, 2025? a) "Innovation for a Digital India" b) "Engineers: Building the Future" c) "Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence: Driving India's Techade" d) "Sustainable Engineering for Global Challenges" Ans: c) "Deep Tech & Engineering Excellence: Driving India's Techade" 10.What is the total fund allocated under the Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) Scheme to promote private sector-led high-tech research? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹75,000 crore c) ₹1 lakh crore d) ₹1.5 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1 lakh crore 11.Which company announced an investment of ₹200 crore to establish a quantum cryogenic components facility? a) Reliance Industries Limited b) Tata Sons c) Amber Enterprises India Limited d) Larsen & Toubro Ans: c) Amber Enterprises India Limited 12.India has achieved how many global records in space exploration? a) Five b) Seven c) Nine d) Eleven Ans: c) Nine 13.Since July 2023, CSC e-Governance Services India Limited (CSC SPV) has surpassed what amount in loan disbursals? a) ₹1,000 crore b) ₹2,000 crore c) ₹3,000 crore d) ₹4,000 crore Ans: c) ₹3,000 crore 14.Which state's minister announced that top-performing engineering and polytechnic students would receive laptops from next year? a) Andhra Pradesh b) Uttar Pradesh c) Bihar d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Bihar

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1.What was India's trade deficit in August 2025? a) "$21.7 billion" b) "$9.9 billion" c) "$69.2 billion" d) "$79 billion" Ans: b) "$9.9 billion" 2.By what approximate percentage did India's trade deficit contract in August 2...

1.What was India's trade deficit in August 2025? a) "$21.7 billion" b) "$9.9 billion" c) "$69.2 billion" d) "$79 billion" Ans: b) "$9.9 billion" 2.By what approximate percentage did India's trade deficit contract in August 2025 compared to August 2024? a) "Over 25%" b) "Over 30%" c) "Over 54%" d) "Over 60%" Ans: c) "Over 54%" 3.Which of the following sectors was NOT specifically mentioned as a key driver for the growth in non-petroleum, non-gems, and jewellery exports in August 2025? a) "Electronics" b) "Engineering goods" c) "Textiles" d) "Drugs and pharmaceuticals" Ans: c) "Textiles" 4.What was the primary reason cited for the US imposing tariffs on Indian goods, leading to trade talks in September 2025? a) "Intellectual property rights violations" b) "India's continued oil trade with Russia" c) "Trade imbalance favoring India" d) "Concerns over labor practices" Ans: b) "India's continued oil trade with Russia" 5.According to the NITI Aayog report, how much extra value could Artificial Intelligence (AI) add to India's economy by 2035? a) "Up to $500 billion" b) "$1 to $1.7 trillion" c) "$2 to $2.5 trillion" d) "$50 to $100 billion" Ans: b) "$1 to $1.7 trillion" 6.What is India's projected GDP by 2035, according to the NITI Aayog report, if AI is leveraged for accelerated economic growth? a) "$6.6 trillion" b) "$7.5 trillion" c) "$8.3 trillion" d) "$9.1 trillion" Ans: c) "$8.3 trillion" 7.What was India's unemployment rate in August, reaching a 4-month low? a) "6.2%" b) "5.1%" c) "4.5%" d) "3.8%" Ans: b) "5.1%" 8.What was the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) inflation rate in August, which turned positive after two months? a) "-0.52%" b) "0.52%" c) "2.1%" d) "3.5%" Ans: b) "0.52%" 9.India has surpassed which country to become the world's third-largest automobile market? a) "Germany" b) "South Korea" c) "Japan" d) "UK" Ans: c) "Japan" 10.Union Minister Piyush Goyal reiterated India's ambition to become a $30 trillion economy by which year? a) "2030" b) "2035" c) "2040" d) "2047" Ans: d) "2047" 11.For which category of goods has the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme reopened for applications from September 15 to October 14, 2025? a) "Pharmaceuticals" b) "Electronics" c) "White Goods" d) "Automobile Components" Ans: c) "White Goods" 12.What was the retail inflation rate in August, snapping a nine-month falling streak? a) "0.52%" b) "1.5%" c) "2.1%" d) "3.0%" Ans: c) "2.1%"

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1.Where was the emergency Arab-Islamic summit convened to address the escalating tensions in the Middle East? a) Riyadh b) Cairo c) Qatar d) Dubai Ans: c) Qatar 2.According to the provided text, which two leaders did not rul...

1.Where was the emergency Arab-Islamic summit convened to address the escalating tensions in the Middle East? a) Riyadh b) Cairo c) Qatar d) Dubai Ans: c) Qatar 2.According to the provided text, which two leaders did not rule out further strikes on Hamas leaders? a) Benjamin Netanyahu and Antony Blinken b) Benjamin Netanyahu and Marco Rubio c) Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani and Benjamin Netanyahu d) Marco Rubio and Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani Ans: b) Benjamin Netanyahu and Marco Rubio 3.What did Gulf states pledge to activate at the emergency Arab-Islamic summit in response to the escalating situation? a) A new economic sanctions regime b) A joint defense pact c) Increased humanitarian aid d) Diplomatic negotiations with Hamas Ans: b) A joint defense pact 4.Which two countries commenced joint military drills, sparking concerns amid ongoing NATO tensions and recent drone incursions? a) Russia and China b) Russia and Belarus c) United States and Poland d) United Kingdom and Germany Ans: b) Russia and Belarus 5.Which country summoned the Russian ambassador following Russia's violation of NATO airspace? a) Romania b) United States c) United Kingdom d) Germany Ans: c) United Kingdom 6.How many fatalities resulted from the US military targeting a second vessel allegedly carrying drugs from Venezuela? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: c) Three 7.In which disputed sea did China report intercepting Philippine ships? a) East China Sea b) Philippine Sea c) South China Sea d) Andaman Sea Ans: c) South China Sea 8.What was the primary reason for the Prime Minister's resignation in Nepal? a) Economic recession b) A social media ban leading to protests c) International pressure d) A no-confidence vote in parliament Ans: b) A social media ban leading to protests 9.How many deaths were reported during the 'Gen Z' protests in Nepal? a) At least 10 b) At least 19 c) At least 25 d) At least 30 Ans: b) At least 19 10.Who is mentioned as the newly appointed caretaker Prime Minister who inducted three ministers into the cabinet in Nepal? a) The first female Prime Minister (unnamed) b) Sushila Karki c) A former military general d) A leader from the 'Gen Z' movement Ans: b) Sushila Karki 11.When was the International Day of Democracy observed, with a focus on 'Achieving Gender Equality, Action by Action'? a) September 10th b) September 12th c) September 15th d) September 18th Ans: c) September 15th 12.Which two countries are nearing an agreement regarding the short-video application TikTok? a) India and China b) United States and Russia c) United States and China d) European Union and China Ans: c) United States and China 13.Which city will host the 89th General Meeting of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) from September 15-19, 2025? a) Oslo b) New Delhi c) Beijing d) Geneva Ans: b) New Delhi 14.India recently held its inaugural Maritime Security, Disarmament, and Non-Proliferation Dialogue in Oslo with which country? a) Sweden b) Denmark c) Norway d) Finland Ans: c) Norway

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1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth approximately Rs 36,000 crore in which Indian state on September 15, 2025? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Bihar d) West Bengal Ans: c) Bihar 2.Whic...

1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated development projects worth approximately Rs 36,000 crore in which Indian state on September 15, 2025? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Bihar d) West Bengal Ans: c) Bihar 2.Which new national board was launched by PM Modi as part of the development projects in Bihar? a) National Jute Board b) National Makhana Board c) National Sugarcane Board d) National Dairy Board Ans: b) National Makhana Board 3.The 3x800 MW ultra-supercritical thermal power plant, described as Bihar's largest private-sector investment, is being set up in which district? a) Patna b) Muzaffarpur c) Bhagalpur d) Gaya Ans: c) Bhagalpur 4.The Kosi-Mechi Intra-State River Link Project was initiated to enhance irrigation and flood control in which part of Bihar? a) Southern Bihar b) Western Bihar c) Northeastern Bihar d) Central Bihar Ans: c) Northeastern Bihar 5.What was the theme of the 16th Combined Commanders' Conference-2025, inaugurated by PM Modi in Kolkata? a) 'Strengthening Border Security' b) 'Year of Reforms – Transforming for the Future' c) 'Innovations in Defense Technology' d) 'Global Partnerships for Peace' Ans: b) 'Year of Reforms – Transforming for the Future' 6.In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court imposed partial restrictions on a provision of the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025. What was this specific provision related to? a) The financial audit of waqf properties b) The duration for which a person must have practiced Islam to create a waqf c) The appointment process of Waqf Board members d) The dispute resolution mechanism for waqf properties Ans: b) The duration for which a person must have practiced Islam to create a waqf 7.The Supreme Court clarified that Aadhaar is considered part of which statute for voter verification purposes? a) Right to Privacy statute b) Right to Information statute c) Right to Vote statute d) Right to Property statute Ans: c) Right to Vote statute 8.Who is India's chief negotiator for the ongoing trade talks with the US, as mentioned in the current affairs? a) Brendan Lynch b) S. Jaishankar c) Rajesh Agrawal d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Rajesh Agrawal 9.Punjab has launched a new State Action Plan to combat antibiotic resistance. Which approach is this policy based on? a) 'Digital Health' approach b) 'Sustainable Agriculture' approach c) 'One Health' approach d) 'Public-Private Partnership' approach Ans: c) 'One Health' approach 10.What is the name of the indigenous anti-submarine warfare ship recently received by the Indian Navy? a) 'Vikrant' b) 'Vaghsheer' c) 'Androth' d) 'Visakhapatnam' Ans: c) 'Androth' 11.Who was declared the ICC Men's Player of the Month for August 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Jasprit Bumrah c) Mohammed Siraj d) Virat Kohli Ans: c) Mohammed Siraj 12.Which city's airport is getting a new terminal building as part of the development projects inaugurated by PM Modi in Bihar? a) Patna b) Gaya c) Darbhanga d) Purnea Ans: d) Purnea

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1.India's first gravitational wave observatory, LIGO-India, is being established in which district of Maharashtra? a) Pune b) Mumbai c) Hingoli d) Nagpur Ans: c) Hingoli 2.By which year is the LIGO-India observatory projecte...

1.India's first gravitational wave observatory, LIGO-India, is being established in which district of Maharashtra? a) Pune b) Mumbai c) Hingoli d) Nagpur Ans: c) Hingoli 2.By which year is the LIGO-India observatory projected to become operational? a) 2028 b) 2029 c) 2030 d) 2032 Ans: c) 2030 3.The LIGO-India project is a collaborative effort funded by which two government departments? a) Ministry of Science and Technology and Ministry of Space b) Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Department of Science and Technology (DST) c) Ministry of Defence and ISRO d) Department of Space and Department of Atomic Energy Ans: b) Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and Department of Science and Technology (DST) 4.What is the primary purpose of the four-kilometer-long vacuum-sealed arms equipped with super-sensitive mirrors in the LIGO-India observatory? a) To conduct experiments on quantum entanglement b) To detect minute ripples in space-time caused by cosmic events like black hole collisions c) To observe distant galaxies and exoplanets d) To measure the expansion rate of the universe Ans: b) To detect minute ripples in space-time caused by cosmic events like black hole collisions 5.The National Centre of Sports Science Research (NCSSR) signed an MoU with which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) to boost sports science and indigenous innovation? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Madras c) IIT Kanpur d) IIT Delhi Ans: d) IIT Delhi 6.As part of the collaboration between NCSSR and IIT Delhi, what cutting-edge facility was inaugurated at IIT Delhi? a) High-Performance Computing Centre b) Advanced Robotics Laboratory c) Biomechanics Laboratory d) Sports Analytics Centre Ans: c) Biomechanics Laboratory 7.Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya oversaw the signing of the MoU between NCSSR and IIT Delhi. This initiative strongly aligns with which of the following campaigns? a) Skill India and Digital India b) Make in India and Startup India c) Atmanirbhar Bharat and Garv se Swadeshi d) Clean India and Green India Ans: c) Atmanirbhar Bharat and Garv se Swadeshi 8.Which two entities collaborated to launch 'INNOVATION-TN', India's first state-level dashboard dedicated to startups and innovation? a) IIT Madras and NITI Aayog b) IIT Delhi and Startup India c) IIT Madras and Guidance Tamil Nadu d) IIT Bombay and Tamil Nadu Industrial Development Corporation Ans: c) IIT Madras and Guidance Tamil Nadu 9.As of August 2025, approximately how many startups were reported in Tamil Nadu, according to the 'INNOVATION-TN' platform? a) Nearly 10,000 b) Nearly 15,000 c) Nearly 19,000 d) Nearly 25,000 Ans: c) Nearly 19,000 10.What is the name of the AI-powered translation platform launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah at the 5th Akhil Bharatiya Rajbhasha Sammelan? a) Anuvad Setu b) Bhasha Sangam c) Bahubhashi Anuvad Saarthi d) Bharat Bhasha AI Ans: c) Bahubhashi Anuvad Saarthi 11.Union Home Minister Amit Shah, at the 5th Akhil Bharatiya Rajbhasha Sammelan, advocated for the integration of Hindi and other Indian languages into various domains. Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a domain for integration? a) Science b) Technology c) Sports d) Justice Ans: c) Sports 12.When is the construction for LIGO-India slated to commence? a) Early 2025 b) Latter half of 2025 c) Early 2026 d) Latter half of 2026 Ans: b) Latter half of 2025 13.The 'INNOVATION-TN' dashboard serves as a vital resource for various stakeholders. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a target stakeholder for this platform? a) Investors b) Industries c) Government regulatory bodies d) Startup founders Ans: c) Government regulatory bodies

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1.India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, announced the nation's aim to achieve a $30 trillion economy by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.Which minister announced India's target of a ...

1.India's Commerce and Industry Minister, Piyush Goyal, announced the nation's aim to achieve a $30 trillion economy by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.Which minister announced India's target of a $30 trillion economy by 2047? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Rajnath Singh c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 3.The Goods and Services Tax (GST) was introduced in India in which year, referred to by Minister Goyal as a post-Independence transformation? a) 2014 b) 2016 c) 2017 d) 2018 Ans: c) 2017 4.According to FICCI President Harsha Vardhan Agarwal, what two key factors are expected to provide a 'double boost' to the Indian economy? a) Increased foreign investment and agricultural growth b) Successful US trade talks and GST 2.0 c) Digitalization and infrastructure development d) Public sector reforms and export diversification Ans: b) Successful US trade talks and GST 2.0 5.What is the two-tier structure of GST rates approved by the GST Council for the new GST regime, as mentioned by FICCI? a) 8% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 10% and 20% d) 12% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 6.How much investment has India committed to construct new railway lines near its border with China and other neighboring countries? a) $3.4 million b) $34 billion c) $3.4 billion d) $340 million Ans: c) $3.4 billion 7.What is the planned length of new railway tracks to be added near India's borders with China, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and Bhutan? a) 250 kilometers b) 500 kilometers c) 750 kilometers d) 1000 kilometers Ans: b) 500 kilometers 8.According to the Microsoft 2025 Work Trend Index report, what percentage of Indian business leaders consider 2025 a pivotal year to integrate AI into their strategies? a) 75% b) 80% c) 90% d) 95% Ans: c) 90% 9.What is the bilateral trade target set by India and Russia to be achieved by 2030? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $100 billion d) $150 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 10.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as a key area for Indian participation in the Russian market, following the withdrawal of Western companies? a) Food and agriculture b) Pharmaceuticals c) Automotive manufacturing d) Industrial machinery Ans: c) Automotive manufacturing 11.What is the projected number of new jobs by 2030 that India's Global Capability Centers (GCC) sector could create, according to the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)? a) 10 million b) 15 million c) 20 million d) 25 million Ans: d) 25 million 12.What government scheme is primarily credited for the record surge in India's smartphone exports, crossing ₹1 trillion in the last five months? a) Make in India b) Skill India Mission c) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme d) Startup India Ans: c) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme 13.What was India's growth rate in the April-June quarter of the current fiscal year, highlighted by RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat as the highest in the last five quarters? a) 6.50% b) 7.20% c) 7.80% d) 8.10% Ans: c) 7.80% 14.Since which year has maintaining inflation under control been a key priority under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, as stated by Minister Piyush Goyal? a) 2012 b) 2014 c) 2016 d) 2018 Ans: b) 2014 15.What specific mandate does the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) have, as reiterated by Minister Goyal, concerning economic policy? a) Regulate stock markets b) Continuously monitor fiscal and monetary policy c) Oversee foreign trade agreements d) Manage public sector enterprises Ans: b) Continuously monitor fiscal and monetary policy 16.Within how many years is the new railway lines project near the China border, involving $3.4 billion investment, projected to be completed? a) Two years b) Three years c) Four years d) Five years Ans: c) Four years 17.What is the projected GDP impact by 2030 from India's Global Capability Centers (GCC) sector, according to the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)? a) $300 billion b) $450 billion c) $600 billion d) $750 billion Ans: c) $600 billion 18.What value have India's smartphone exports approximately crossed in the last five months? a) ₹500 billion b) ₹750 billion c) ₹1 trillion d) ₹1.5 trillion Ans: c) ₹1 trillion 19.Minister Piyush Goyal called the 2017 GST introduction a post-Independence transformation that fostered what kind of system? a) A centralized economic system b) A corruption-free system c) A state-controlled market system d) A dual tax structure Ans: b) A corruption-free system

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1.Which of the following statements accurately reflects North Korea's recent declaration regarding its nuclear status? a) North Korea has agreed to denuclearize under international supervision. b) North Korea stated its nuclear statu...

1.Which of the following statements accurately reflects North Korea's recent declaration regarding its nuclear status? a) North Korea has agreed to denuclearize under international supervision. b) North Korea stated its nuclear status is 'irreversible' and 'permanently enshrined' in law. c) North Korea is seeking to rejoin the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. d) North Korea has requested the IAEA to oversee its denuclearization process. Ans: b) North Korea stated its nuclear status is 'irreversible' and 'permanently enshrined' in law. 2.According to North Korea's recent statement, what is its primary criticism of the United States? a) US sanctions hindering its economic development. b) US military exercises near its borders. c) US demands for denuclearization. d) US involvement in South Korean politics. Ans: c) US demands for denuclearization. 3.For how long has North Korea claimed to have not maintained official relations with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)? a) Over 10 years b) Over 20 years c) Over 30 years d) Over 40 years Ans: c) Over 30 years 4.North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently outlined a policy to simultaneously advance which two types of forces? a) Naval and Air forces b) Nuclear and conventional armed forces c) Cyber and Space forces d) Economic and Diplomatic forces Ans: b) Nuclear and conventional armed forces 5.What event prompted Qatar's Prime Minister to urge the international community to hold Israel accountable? a) An Israeli strike on Hamas members in Doha. b) An escalation of conflict in Gaza. c) A diplomatic boycott by Gulf countries. d) Pro-Palestinian protests in Europe. Ans: a) An Israeli strike on Hamas members in Doha. 6.On which date was the emergency summit of Arab and Islamic leaders scheduled to address Middle East tensions, following the Israeli strike in Doha? a) Sunday, September 14, 2025 b) Monday, September 15, 2025 c) Tuesday, September 16, 2025 d) Saturday, September 13, 2025 Ans: b) Monday, September 15, 2025 7.Which European event was disrupted by pro-Palestinian protests, leading to criticism from Israel towards the Spanish Prime Minister? a) The Eurovision Song Contest b) The Olympic Games qualifiers c) The Vuelta a España cycling race d) A major European football championship Ans: c) The Vuelta a España cycling race 8.Who is the suspect identified in the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk? a) Donald Trump b) Spencer Cox c) Tyler Robinson d) Pedro Sanchez Ans: c) Tyler Robinson 9.According to Utah Governor Spencer Cox, what was a reported characteristic of the suspect in the Charlie Kirk assassination? a) He was a long-time conservative activist. b) He had no political affiliations. c) He had leaned left politically and spent time in 'dark corners of the internet.' d) He was a foreign national with no known political views. Ans: c) He had leaned left politically and spent time in 'dark corners of the internet.' 10.Former President Donald Trump commented on the Charlie Kirk assassination and linked it to what other recent criminal act? a) A bank robbery in New York. b) The murder of an Indian-origin man by an 'illegal alien' in Dallas. c) A shooting incident in a school. d) An act of cyberterrorism. Ans: b) The murder of an Indian-origin man by an 'illegal alien' in Dallas. 11.Which European country recently summoned the Russian ambassador over a drone 'threat'? a) Ukraine b) United States c) Romania d) Germany Ans: c) Romania 12.Romania's action of summoning the Russian ambassador highlights its status as a member of which international organization? a) European Union (EU) b) United Nations (UN) c) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) d) Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Ans: c) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

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1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced a mission to counter demographic changes caused by infiltrators during a rally in which Indian state? a) West Bengal b) Tripura c) Assam d) Meghalaya Ans: c) Assam 2.What was...

1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently announced a mission to counter demographic changes caused by infiltrators during a rally in which Indian state? a) West Bengal b) Tripura c) Assam d) Meghalaya Ans: c) Assam 2.What was the approximate value of the development projects unveiled by PM Modi in Assam, encompassing infrastructure, connectivity, and energy sectors? a) Over Rs 9,000 crore b) Over Rs 19,000 crore c) Over Rs 29,000 crore d) Over Rs 39,000 crore Ans: b) Over Rs 19,000 crore 3.During his rally in Mangaldoi, Assam, PM Modi accused which political party of supporting terrorism backed by Pakistan? a) Aam Aadmi Party b) Trinamool Congress c) Congress d) Nationalist Congress Party Ans: c) Congress 4.The T20 Asia Cup 2025 match between India and Pakistan, which India won, was held in which city? a) Sharjah b) Abu Dhabi c) Dubai d) Colombo Ans: c) Dubai 5.What specific incident led to various opposition parties criticizing the India-Pakistan T20 Asia Cup match as 'insensitive'? a) Border skirmishes b) A recent terror attack in Pahalgam c) Diplomatic tensions d) Economic sanctions Ans: b) A recent terror attack in Pahalgam 6.Which political party initiated protest marches in Delhi, urging a boycott of the India-Pakistan match and targeting the BCCI and BJP? a) Congress b) Shiv Sena (UBT faction) c) Bahujan Samaj Party d) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) Ans: d) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) 7.The Supreme Court of India is scheduled to pronounce its judgment on the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025 on which date? a) August 15, 2025 b) September 15, 2025 c) October 15, 2025 d) November 15, 2025 Ans: b) September 15, 2025 8.What is the primary concern raised by over 100 petitioners regarding the Waqf (Amendment) Act 2025? a) It grants excessive power to state governments. b) It is a 'creeping acquisition' of Muslim properties. c) It infringes upon secular principles. d) It lacks proper parliamentary approval. Ans: b) It is a 'creeping acquisition' of Muslim properties. 9.The Indian Navy has recently enhanced its maritime defense capabilities by acquiring a new type of ship. What is its primary function? a) Aircraft carrier b) Anti-submarine warfare ship c) Amphibious assault ship d) Destroyer Ans: b) Anti-submarine warfare ship 10.Who has been appointed as the Secretary to the Vice-President of India on a contract basis for three years? a) Shri Alok Kumar b) Shri Amit Khare c) Shri R.K. Singh d) Smt. Anita Sharma Ans: b) Shri Amit Khare 11.Amit Khare, the new Secretary to the Vice-President, belongs to which service background? a) Indian Foreign Service (IFS) b) Indian Police Service (IPS) c) Indian Administrative Service (IAS) d) Indian Revenue Service (IRS) Ans: c) Indian Administrative Service (IAS) 12.Jaismine Lamboria recently won a gold medal at the World Boxing Championships 2025 in which weight category? a) 48kg category b) 57kg category c) 60kg category d) 69kg category Ans: b) 57kg category 13.In which sport did Jaismine Lamboria clinch a gold medal at the World Boxing Championships 2025? a) Wrestling b) Weightlifting c) Boxing d) Athletics Ans: c) Boxing

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1.What was India's economic growth rate in the first quarter of 2025-26, as highlighted by Prime Minister Modi? a) 6.5% b) 6.9% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.Which ratings agency recently upgraded India's growth forecast fo...

1.What was India's economic growth rate in the first quarter of 2025-26, as highlighted by Prime Minister Modi? a) 6.5% b) 6.9% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.Which ratings agency recently upgraded India's growth forecast for the current fiscal year to 6.9%? a) Moody's b) S&P Global c) Fitch Ratings d) Crisil Ans: c) Fitch Ratings 3.According to a Bank of Baroda (BoB) report, what is India's projected retail inflation (CPI) for FY26? a) 2.07% b) 3.1% c) 3.2% d) 3.5% Ans: b) 3.1% 4.Based on Crisil's inflation projections, what is the expected magnitude of a potential rate cut by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) this year? a) 10 basis points b) 25 basis points c) 50 basis points d) No rate cut expected Ans: b) 25 basis points 5.When is a new GST reform package expected to be announced by the government to ease tax burdens? a) August 2025 b) September 2025 c) October 2025 (Diwali) d) December 2025 Ans: c) October 2025 (Diwali) 6.The Nifty 50 index concluded the week strongly, surpassing which significant mark? a) 20,000 b) 22,500 c) 25,100 d) 26,000 Ans: c) 25,100 7.Which sector has witnessed a significant rally, with the Nifty India Defence Index gaining 7% last week? a) Information Technology b) Automotive c) Defence d) Pharmaceuticals Ans: c) Defence 8.What percentage tariff did the United States impose on various Indian exports since August 27? a) 10% b) 25% c) 50% d) 75% Ans: c) 50% 9.Which of the following Indian industries has been severely impacted by the US tariffs, experiencing business coming to a standstill? a) Software services b) Pharmaceutical manufacturing c) Carpet industry d) Automobile assembly Ans: c) Carpet industry 10.Which of the following is NOT listed as a mitigating measure being considered by the Indian government for exporters affected by US tariffs? a) Subsidized interest rates b) Collateral-free loans c) Credit guarantees d) Direct tax rebates for affected workers Ans: d) Direct tax rebates for affected workers 11.What was the CPI inflation figure for India in August 2025? a) 1.61% b) 2.07% c) 3.1% d) 6.9% Ans: b) 2.07% 12.The CPI inflation figure in August 2025 remained within the RBI's comfort zone, which is stated as: a) 0-2% b) 2-4% c) 2-6% d) 4-8% Ans: c) 2-6% 13.What factors are anticipated to boost consumption during the upcoming festive season (September to December)? a) High inflation and rising interest rates b) Increased foreign trade agreements c) Recent GST rate rationalization and income tax cuts d) Government bond issuance Ans: c) Recent GST rate rationalization and income tax cuts

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1.Which NATO member state recently scrambled fighter jets following a Russian drone incursion during a Russian attack on infrastructure in Ukraine? a) Poland b) Lithuania c) Romania d) Estonia Ans: c) Romania 2.What action d...

1.Which NATO member state recently scrambled fighter jets following a Russian drone incursion during a Russian attack on infrastructure in Ukraine? a) Poland b) Lithuania c) Romania d) Estonia Ans: c) Romania 2.What action did NATO forces take in Poland in response to the threat of Russian drone strikes in nearby Ukrainian areas? a) Deployed ground troops to the border b) Shot down Russian drones over Poland c) Imposed new economic sanctions on Russia d) Conducted joint military exercises with Ukraine Ans: b) Shot down Russian drones over Poland 3.Who called on NATO countries to cease buying Russian oil, linking it to the ongoing war in Ukraine? a) The current US President b) The UN Secretary-General c) Former US President Trump d) The NATO Secretary-General Ans: c) Former US President Trump 4.What solution for the Israel-Palestinian conflict did the United Nations General Assembly recently vote for? a) A one-state solution b) A two-state solution c) An international protectorate d) A permanent ceasefire agreement Ans: b) A two-state solution 5.Which country, a close ally of Israel, reiterated its opposition to the UN General Assembly's resolution for a two-state solution? a) United Kingdom b) France c) United States d) Germany Ans: c) United States 6.Who has been appointed as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal? a) K. P. Sharma Oli b) Pushpa Kamal Dahal c) Sushila Karki d) Sher Bahadur Deuba Ans: c) Sushila Karki 7.The resignation of Nepal's previous Prime Minister, K. P. Sharma Oli, followed widespread protests often termed what? a) The Farmers' Revolution b) The Youth Movement c) The Gen Z uprising d) The Democratic Spring Ans: c) The Gen Z uprising 8.Former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was sentenced to 27 years in prison for his involvement in what? a) Corruption charges b) Embezzlement of public funds c) A plot to stage a military coup d) Election fraud Ans: c) A plot to stage a military coup 9.Which country accused the United States of seizing a fishing boat and illegally detaining nine fishermen in the Caribbean? a) Cuba b) Mexico c) Colombia d) Venezuela Ans: d) Venezuela 10.According to Venezuela's accusation, which US vessel was involved in the alleged seizure of a fishing boat and detention of fishermen in the Caribbean? a) USS Enterprise b) USS Jason Dunham c) USS Nimitz d) USS Gerald R. Ford Ans: b) USS Jason Dunham

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1.India and Mauritius have agreed to commence trade using their respective national currencies. What is the primary aim of this move? a) To introduce a new global reserve currency. b) To bolster bilateral trade relations and reduce r...

1.India and Mauritius have agreed to commence trade using their respective national currencies. What is the primary aim of this move? a) To introduce a new global reserve currency. b) To bolster bilateral trade relations and reduce reliance on third-party currencies. c) To establish a common currency for the Indo-Pacific region. d) To facilitate direct foreign investment without currency conversion. Ans: b) To bolster bilateral trade relations and reduce reliance on third-party currencies. 2.India's Ambassador to the US engaged with American lawmakers to discuss strengthening bilateral trade, energy cooperation, and shared priorities in the Indo-Pacific region. These discussions also reiterated India's support for resolving which conflict through dialogue? a) The South China Sea dispute b) The Israel-Palestine conflict c) The Ukraine conflict d) The Afghanistan crisis Ans: c) The Ukraine conflict 3.A new Rajdhani Express service was inaugurated on September 13, linking Delhi with Sairang. Sairang is located in which northeastern Indian state? a) Assam b) Nagaland c) Manipur d) Mizoram Ans: d) Mizoram 4.Which city is set to benefit from major road infrastructure upgrades, including the Southern Bypass and connectivity to Bathinda and Rupnagar, with three NHAI projects slated to begin work by October 2025? a) New Chandigarh b) Ludhiana c) Chennai d) Sairang Ans: b) Ludhiana 5.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visited a strife-torn state for the first time since the conflict began in May 2023. Which state did he visit? a) Mizoram b) Nagaland c) Manipur d) Assam Ans: c) Manipur 6.What is the primary objective of the 'Gyan Bharatam Mission' launched by PM Modi? a) To promote digital literacy in rural India. b) To digitize and preserve India's rich manuscript heritage. c) To establish new libraries across the country. d) To provide online education for competitive exams. Ans: b) To digitize and preserve India's rich manuscript heritage. 7.Who was sworn in as the interim Prime Minister of Nepal, following which the India-Nepal border situation reportedly returned to normal? a) Pushpa Kamal Dahal b) Sher Bahadur Deuba c) Sushila Karki d) K. P. Sharma Oli Ans: c) Sushila Karki 8.India is set to host the fifth Coast Guard Global Summit in 2027. In which Indian city will this summit be held? a) Mumbai b) Kochi c) Chennai d) Visakhapatnam Ans: c) Chennai 9.The ICC Women's ODI World Cup 2025 is scheduled to begin later this month. Which two countries will jointly host this event? a) India and Bangladesh b) India and Sri Lanka c) Australia and New Zealand d) England and South Africa Ans: b) India and Sri Lanka 10.In a historic Davis Cup win, India achieved its first away victory against a European team since 1993 by defeating which country? a) Germany b) France c) Switzerland d) Spain Ans: c) Switzerland 11.On September 13, a National Lok Adalat was held offering citizens an opportunity to settle which specific type of penalties with reduced or no penalties? a) Property tax disputes b) Minor traffic challans c) Criminal cases d) Civil litigation Ans: b) Minor traffic challans

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1.Which institute successfully identified a new X-linked gene, ADGRG2, linked to congenital absence of the vas deferens (CAVD)? a) MACS-Agharkar Research Institute b) ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (ICMR-...

1.Which institute successfully identified a new X-linked gene, ADGRG2, linked to congenital absence of the vas deferens (CAVD)? a) MACS-Agharkar Research Institute b) ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (ICMR-NIRRCH) c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) d) National Centre for Cell Science (NCCS) Ans: b) ICMR-National Institute for Research in Reproductive Health (ICMR-NIRRCH) 2.What is the newly identified X-linked gene associated with congenital absence of the vas deferens (CAVD)? a) CFTR b) ADGRG2 c) SRY d) SOX9 Ans: b) ADGRG2 3.Before the recent discovery, which gene was primarily recognized as a genetic explanation for congenital absence of the vas deferens (CAVD)? a) ADGRG2 b) SRY c) CFTR d) GATA4 Ans: c) CFTR 4.Which institute discovered two novel species of *Aspergillus section Nigri* in the Western Ghats? a) ICMR-NIRRCH b) National Centre for Fungal Taxonomy c) MACS-Agharkar Research Institute d) Botanical Survey of India Ans: c) MACS-Agharkar Research Institute 5.What are the names of the two new fungal species of *Aspergillus section Nigri* discovered in the Western Ghats? a) Aspergillus indicus and Aspergillus ghatensis b) Aspergillus niger and Aspergillus flavus c) Aspergillus dhakephalkarii and Aspergillus patriciawiltshireae d) Aspergillus oryzae and Aspergillus terreus Ans: c) Aspergillus dhakephalkarii and Aspergillus patriciawiltshireae 6.The discovery of new fungal species by the MACS-Agharkar Research Institute underscores the Western Ghats' status as a reservoir of what? a) Unique marine life b) Desert flora c) Unique and ecologically important fungal diversity d) Arid land mammals Ans: c) Unique and ecologically important fungal diversity 7.According to Union Minister Shripad Yesso Naik, what is India's ambition concerning hydrogen technologies? a) To become a regional consumer of green hydrogen b) To become a global hub for innovation, manufacturing, and deployment c) To solely import hydrogen technologies d) To focus only on hydrogen research and not manufacturing Ans: b) To become a global hub for innovation, manufacturing, and deployment 8.Which government initiative is actively supporting over 200 R&D projects in renewables, hydrogen, fuel cells, and storage technologies? a) Make in India Initiative b) National Solar Mission c) National Green Hydrogen Mission d) Atal Innovation Mission Ans: c) National Green Hydrogen Mission 9.Who is the Union Minister of State for New and Renewable Energy mentioned in the context of India's green hydrogen ambition? a) Narendra Modi b) S. Krishnan c) Shripad Yesso Naik d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Shripad Yesso Naik 10.What is the name of the digital platform launched by PM Modi for manuscript digitization? a) Bharat Gyan Nidhi b) Gyan Bharatam Portal c) E-Manuscript India d) Digital Heritage Hub Ans: b) Gyan Bharatam Portal 11.What is the primary purpose of the Gyan Bharatam Portal? a) To promote traditional Indian music b) To accelerate the digitization, preservation, and public access of India's manuscript collection c) To provide online courses on ancient Indian languages d) To catalog modern Indian literature Ans: b) To accelerate the digitization, preservation, and public access of India's manuscript collection 12.Approximately how many manuscripts does India possess, as highlighted by PM Modi during the launch of the Gyan Bharatam Portal? a) One lakh b) Ten thousand c) One crore d) Fifty lakh Ans: c) One crore 13.Which company has commenced iPhone 17 production at its Bengaluru unit? a) Samsung b) Wistron c) Pegatron d) Foxconn Ans: d) Foxconn 14.Who is the Secretary of India's Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology mentioned in the context of Foxconn's operations? a) Ajay Prakash Sawhney b) S. Krishnan c) Alkesh Kumar Sharma d) P. K. Mishra Ans: b) S. Krishnan 15.The commencement of iPhone 17 production by Foxconn in India signifies India's continued growth and strategic importance as a manufacturing base for which sector? a) Automotive industry b) Textile industry c) Global electronics, particularly smartphones d) Pharmaceutical industry Ans: c) Global electronics, particularly smartphones

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1.By how much did India's foreign exchange reserves surge during the week ending September 5? a) $3.51 billion b) $4.038 billion c) $540 million d) $3.53 billion Ans: b) $4.038 billion 2.What was the total value of India's f...

1.By how much did India's foreign exchange reserves surge during the week ending September 5? a) $3.51 billion b) $4.038 billion c) $540 million d) $3.53 billion Ans: b) $4.038 billion 2.What was the total value of India's foreign exchange reserves as of the week ending September 5? a) $694.23 billion b) $584.477 billion c) $698.268 billion d) $90.299 billion Ans: c) $698.268 billion 3.What was the primary factor driving the significant jump in India's foreign exchange reserves during the specified week? a) Increase in foreign currency assets b) Rise in the value of gold reserves c) Higher foreign direct investment d) Reduction in external debt Ans: b) Rise in the value of gold reserves 4.According to the projections, what market size could the Indian real estate sector reach by 2047? a) USD 1-2 trillion b) USD 5-10 trillion c) USD 10-15 trillion d) USD 20-25 trillion Ans: b) USD 5-10 trillion 5.What is the projected contribution of the Indian real estate sector to India's GDP by 2047? a) 6-8 percent b) 10-12 percent c) 14-20 percent d) 20-25 percent Ans: c) 14-20 percent 6.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a key driver for the projected growth in the Indian real estate sector? a) Rapid urbanization b) Large-scale infrastructure development c) Affordable housing demand d) Decline in property taxes Ans: d) Decline in property taxes 7.What was India's retail inflation (based on All India CPI) in August 2025? a) -0.69% b) 7.8% c) 2.07% d) 5.50% Ans: c) 2.07% 8.Which categories primarily contributed to the negative food inflation in August 2025? a) Oils and pulses b) Vegetables and oils c) Vegetables and pulses d) Fruits and vegetables Ans: c) Vegetables and pulses 9.What was the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) repo rate in August 2025? a) 3.5% b) 5.50% c) 7.8% d) 2.07% Ans: b) 5.50% 10.India's economy grew by what percentage year-on-year in Q1 FY26? a) 2.07% b) 3.5% c) 7.8% d) 5.50% Ans: c) 7.8% 11.The recent GST reforms simplified tax slabs from four to how many? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Five Ans: b) Two 12.Approximately what percentage of goods are expected to become cheaper due to the recent GST reforms? a) 50% b) 75% c) 90% d) 100% Ans: c) 90% 13.Which country imposed a 50% tariff on Indian exports from August 27, prompting India to explore new trade partners? a) China b) European Union c) United States d) Japan Ans: c) United States 14.Which of the following was NOT cited as a factor fueling the positive sentiment in Indian equity markets? a) Softer US labor market data b) Expectations of interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve c) Signs of progress in US-India trade ties d) Domestic-driven growth Ans: b) Expectations of interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve 15.Which sector, according to market experts, is expected to make a strong comeback, particularly including FMCG, footwear, and domestic apparel makers? a) Healthcare b) Consumer goods c) Auto ancillaries d) IT Ans: b) Consumer goods 16.What is Hindustan Copper's target capacity for FY31, according to the provided information? a) 3.47 MT b) 12.2 MT c) 10.0 MT d) 2.0 MT Ans: b) 12.2 MT 17.HFCL shares surged after the Andhra Pradesh government allocated 1,000 acres for which purpose? a) Renewable energy projects b) IT software parks c) Defense manufacturing facilities d) Agricultural processing units Ans: c) Defense manufacturing facilities 18.After commissioning new capacity, what percentage of JSW Energy's total capacity is now accounted for by renewables? a) 317% b) 10% c) 57% d) 3% Ans: c) 57% 19.Which two entities signed an MoU to accelerate the development of India's sovereign cloud ecosystem? a) Urban Company and Shringar House b) TCS and C-DAC c) JSW Energy and Hindustan Copper d) Colliers and CREDAI Ans: b) TCS and C-DAC

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1.What is the name of the large-scale military exercise commenced by Russia and Belarus near the Polish border? a) Vostok 2025 b) Zapad 2025 c) Kavkaz 2025 d) Tsentr 2025 Ans: b) Zapad 2025 2.Which country closed all its bor...

1.What is the name of the large-scale military exercise commenced by Russia and Belarus near the Polish border? a) Vostok 2025 b) Zapad 2025 c) Kavkaz 2025 d) Tsentr 2025 Ans: b) Zapad 2025 2.Which country closed all its border crossings with Belarus in response to heightened security concerns, including accusations of Russian drone incursions? a) Ukraine b) Lithuania c) Poland d) Latvia Ans: c) Poland 3.Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk warned of being closer to 'open conflict' than at any time since which major historical event? a) The Cold War b) The collapse of the Soviet Union c) World War II d) The Balkan Wars Ans: c) World War II 4.The UN General Assembly recently adopted a resolution endorsing which declaration for the peaceful settlement of the Palestine issue? a) Oslo Accords b) Camp David Accords c) New York Declaration d) Madrid Conference Ans: c) New York Declaration 5.Which two nations voted against the UN General Assembly resolution endorsing the 'New York Declaration' on the Palestine issue? a) United States and Saudi Arabia b) United States and Israel c) United Kingdom and Israel d) Russia and Iran Ans: b) United States and Israel 6.Which city in Qatar was reportedly targeted by an Israeli attack aiming at Hamas's diplomatic delegation? a) Al Khor b) Lusail c) Doha d) Rayyan Ans: c) Doha 7.Who is set to become Nepal's first woman Prime Minister? a) Bidya Devi Bhandari b) Sushila Karki c) Onsari Gharti Magar d) Ram Kumari Jhakri Ans: b) Sushila Karki 8.Sushila Karki's previous high-ranking position before being set to become interim Prime Minister of Nepal was: a) Minister of Foreign Affairs b) Chief of Army Staff c) Chief Justice d) Speaker of Parliament Ans: c) Chief Justice 9.US President Donald Trump acknowledged that his decision to impose tariffs on which country's oil imports had strained ties with New Delhi? a) China b) Russia c) India d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) India 10.Which conservative activist's fatal shooting arrest was confirmed by US President Donald Trump? a) Ben Shapiro b) Candace Owens c) Charlie Kirk d) Steven Crowder Ans: c) Charlie Kirk 11.How many people were reportedly killed in two separate boat accidents in the Democratic Republic of Congo? a) At least 65 b) At least 142 c) At least 193 d) At least 200 Ans: c) At least 193 12.Which of the following events did NOT occur in Europe according to the provided text? a) Russia-Belarus military drills b) Polish border crossings closure c) Ukraine's successful drone attacks d) An Israeli attack on Doha Ans: d) An Israeli attack on Doha 13.How many nations, including India, voted in favor of the UN resolution endorsing the 'New York Declaration'? a) 65 b) 142 c) 193 d) 200 Ans: b) 142 14.What kind of attacks did Ukraine report successfully carrying out against Russian targets, including a ship in the Black Sea? a) Missile attacks b) Naval attacks c) Drone attacks d) Cyber attacks Ans: c) Drone attacks 15.What was the reported casualty count from recent Israeli attacks on Gaza? a) 5 deaths b) 65 deaths c) 142 deaths d) 193 deaths Ans: b) 65 deaths

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1.What is the primary objective of the 'Gyan Bharatam' initiative, inaugurated by PM Modi? a) Promoting digital literacy across rural India b) Revitalizing India's extensive manuscript wealth c) Establishing new universities for anci...

1.What is the primary objective of the 'Gyan Bharatam' initiative, inaugurated by PM Modi? a) Promoting digital literacy across rural India b) Revitalizing India's extensive manuscript wealth c) Establishing new universities for ancient studies d) Developing modern libraries in every district Ans: b) Revitalizing India's extensive manuscript wealth 2.According to the Prime Minister, approximately how many manuscripts does India possess, making it the world's largest collection? a) One lakh b) Ten lakh c) One crore d) Ten crore Ans: c) One crore 3.The 'Gyan Bharatam' mission is described as an extension of which national spirits? a) Make in India and Digital India b) Swachh Bharat and Skill India c) Swadeshi and Atmanirbhar Bharat d) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao and Startup India Ans: c) Swadeshi and Atmanirbhar Bharat 4.Which country introduced the UNGA resolution on the peaceful settlement of the Palestine issue, for which India voted in favour? a) United States b) Germany c) France d) United Kingdom Ans: c) France 5.What did the UNGA resolution, which India supported on September 12, 2025, primarily endorse regarding the Palestine issue? a) A unilateral declaration of statehood by Palestine b) The 'New York Declaration' on peaceful settlement and two-state solution c) Increased economic sanctions against Israel d) A complete withdrawal of UN peacekeepers from the region Ans: b) The 'New York Declaration' on peaceful settlement and two-state solution 6.How many nations voted in favour of the UNGA resolution on the Palestine issue, introduced by France? a) 10 b) 12 c) 142 d) 193 Ans: c) 142 7.Who was recently sworn in as India's 15th Vice President? a) Jagdeep Dhankhar b) M. Venkaiah Naidu c) CP Radhakrishnan d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: c) CP Radhakrishnan 8.India and which other country have agreed to initiate trade using their respective national currencies? a) Sri Lanka b) Nepal c) Bangladesh d) Mauritius Ans: d) Mauritius 9.What is the estimated value of the broader economic package between India and Mauritius, which includes trade in national currencies and targets health, infrastructure, and maritime security? a) ₹68 crore b) ₹680 crore c) ₹6,800 crore d) ₹68,000 crore Ans: b) ₹680 crore 10.Who inaugurated the Bengaluru Metro Yellow Line and laid the foundation for Phase-3 metro projects? a) Chief Minister of Karnataka b) Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) Union Minister of Railways Ans: c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi 11.What is the total estimated cost for the Bengaluru Metro Phase-3 projects for which the foundation was laid? a) ₹7,160 crores b) ₹15,610 crores c) ₹22,770 crores d) ₹1.85 crores Ans: b) ₹15,610 crores 12.Where was India's first Animal Stem Cell Biobank and Laboratory inaugurated? a) Bengaluru, Karnataka b) Chennai, Tamil Nadu c) Hyderabad, Telangana d) Pune, Maharashtra Ans: c) Hyderabad, Telangana 13.Who inaugurated India's first Animal Stem Cell Biobank and Laboratory? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Union Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh c) Union Minister of Agriculture d) Governor of Telangana Ans: b) Union Minister of State Dr. Jitendra Singh 14.What is the primary purpose of India's first Animal Stem Cell Biobank and Laboratory? a) To develop new animal breeds for dairy farming b) To advance research in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and livestock biotechnology c) To store genetic material of endangered animal species d) To conduct clinical trials for human stem cell therapies Ans: b) To advance research in regenerative medicine, tissue engineering, and livestock biotechnology 15.What was the cost incurred for building India's first Animal Stem Cell Biobank and Laboratory? a) ₹7,160 crores b) ₹15,610 crores c) ₹1.85 crores d) ₹680 crores Ans: c) ₹1.85 crores 16.When is the National Lok Adalat scheduled to waive traffic challans across India? a) September 12, 2025 b) September 13, 2025 c) October 12, 2025 d) October 13, 2025 Ans: b) September 13, 2025 17.Which types of offenses are primarily covered by the National Lok Adalat for waiving traffic challans? a) Major offenses like drunk driving and hit-and-run b) Only offenses related to commercial vehicles c) Minor traffic offenses such as speeding and non-PUC violations d) All types of criminal offenses Ans: c) Minor traffic offenses such as speeding and non-PUC violations 18.Where was the International Conference on Gyan Bharatam held? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 19.The 'Gyan Bharatam' conference also featured an exhibition of rare manuscripts and scholarly presentations on what topics? a) Economic reforms and trade agreements b) Conservation, digitization technologies, and decipherment of ancient scripts c) Space exploration and satellite technology d) Modern art and cultural exchange programs Ans: b) Conservation, digitization technologies, and decipherment of ancient scripts

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1.When and where did India and Mauritius formalize agreements on science, technology, and space cooperation? a) September 3, 2025, New Delhi b) September 11, 2025, Port Louis c) September 11, 2025, Varanasi d) September 3, 2025, Vara...

1.When and where did India and Mauritius formalize agreements on science, technology, and space cooperation? a) September 3, 2025, New Delhi b) September 11, 2025, Port Louis c) September 11, 2025, Varanasi d) September 3, 2025, Varanasi Ans: c) September 11, 2025, Varanasi 2.Which Indian government body signed an MoU with Mauritius' Ministry of Tertiary Education, Science and Research for cooperation in Science and Technology? a) Department of Space b) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) c) Department of Science and Technology d) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology Ans: c) Department of Science and Technology 3.What significant agreement related to space was signed between India and Mauritius? a) Joint development of a new satellite b) Establishment of a telemetry, tracking, and telecommunications station c) Collaboration on a manned space mission d) Sharing of satellite imagery for disaster management Ans: b) Establishment of a telemetry, tracking, and telecommunications station 4.India announced support for which specific energy project in Mauritius? a) A 25 MW wind energy project b) A 10 MW geothermal power plant c) A 17.5 MW floating solar PV project d) A 5 MW tidal energy project Ans: c) A 17.5 MW floating solar PV project 5.What is the announced fund size by the Indian government to promote and regulate AI technologies, as mentioned at the Swadesh Conclave 2025? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹10,000 crore c) ₹15,000 crore d) ₹20,000 crore Ans: b) ₹10,000 crore 6.Who declared India's entry into semiconductor manufacturing with the launch of a 'made-in-India chip' and stated 'the age of oil is over—this is the era of the semiconductor chip'? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Dr. Navinchandra Ramgoolam c) Jitin Prasada d) Aakrit Vaish Ans: c) Jitin Prasada 7.What is the target funding for 'Activate,' the new AI fund unveiled by Aakrit Vaish? a) $25 million b) $50 million c) $75 million d) $100 million Ans: c) $75 million 8.The push for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and semiconductor manufacturing is crucial for India to achieve which status by 2047? a) Global economic superpower b) Technologically self-reliant nation c) Developed nation d) Leading manufacturing hub Ans: c) Developed nation 9.Which of the following are mentioned as Unmanned Underwater Vehicles (UUVs) being developed by India for Underwater Domain Awareness (UDA)? a) Matsya, Samudrayaan, IUHDSS b) MAYA, AMOGH, ADAMYA c) Varun, Sagar, Prahari d) Chakra, Sindhu, Arihant Ans: b) MAYA, AMOGH, ADAMYA 10.Under which project is the Matsya 6000 manned submersible being developed for deep-sea research? a) Deep Ocean Mission b) Blue Economy Initiative c) Samudrayaan project d) Ocean Exploration Program Ans: c) Samudrayaan project 11.Where has the Integrated Underwater Harbour Defence and Surveillance System (IUHDSS) been deployed to enhance maritime monitoring? a) Mumbai b) Chennai c) Port Blair d) Visakhapatnam Ans: c) Port Blair 12.The 3rd Annual Technology Conference of the UK India Business Council (UKIBC) in New Delhi focused on which key emerging technologies? a) Biotechnology, Nanotechnology, Robotics b) Space exploration, Nuclear energy, Quantum computing c) AI, fintech, clean tech, digital infrastructure d) Renewable energy, Smart cities, E-commerce Ans: c) AI, fintech, clean tech, digital infrastructure 13.The India Australia RISE Accelerator program is a collaboration between which two entities? a) FICCI and Australian Trade and Investment Commission b) NITI Aayog and Department of Industry, Science and Resources c) CSIRO and India's Atal Innovation Mission d) CII and Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Ans: c) CSIRO and India's Atal Innovation Mission 14.Which Indian academic institutions signed MoUs with the University of Mauritius for academic collaboration? a) IIT-Delhi and IIM-Ahmedabad b) IIT-Bombay and Indian Institute of Management, Kolkata c) IIT-Madras and Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bengaluru d) IISc Bangalore and Xavier School of Management Ans: c) IIT-Madras and Indian Institute of Plantation Management, Bengaluru 15.The statement 'the age of oil is over—this is the era of the semiconductor chip' was made in the context of: a) India's energy transition policy b) Global efforts to combat climate change c) India's entry into semiconductor manufacturing d) The future of electric vehicle technology Ans: c) India's entry into semiconductor manufacturing

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1.According to the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, what status is India reinforcing in the global economy? a) World's largest economy b) World's fastest-growing large economy c) World's leading manufacturi...

1.According to the Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Shri Piyush Goyal, what status is India reinforcing in the global economy? a) World's largest economy b) World's fastest-growing large economy c) World's leading manufacturing hub d) World's most inclusive economy Ans: b) World's fastest-growing large economy 2.Which agency revised India's GDP growth forecast for the fiscal year ending March 2026 upwards to 6.9%? a) Moody's b) S&P Global c) Fitch Ratings d) IMF Ans: c) Fitch Ratings 3.What is the revised GDP growth forecast by Fitch Ratings for India for the fiscal year ending March 2026? a) 6.5% b) 6.9% c) 7.2% d) 7.5% Ans: b) 6.9% 4.What is expected to be the primary growth driver for India's economy, supported by strong real income dynamics? a) Export growth b) Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) c) Government spending d) Domestic consumption Ans: d) Domestic consumption 5.Which company recently announced its biggest-ever share buyback program valued at ₹18,000 crore? a) TCS Ltd. b) Wipro Ltd. c) Infosys Ltd. d) HCLTech Ans: c) Infosys Ltd. 6.How many new Unicorns did India's startup ecosystem welcome in 2025? a) 73 b) 11 c) 18 d) 50 Ans: b) 11 7.What is the total number of Unicorns in India after the addition of new ones in 2025? a) 11 b) 62 c) 73 d) 84 Ans: c) 73 8.Which sector is specifically mentioned as leading the new wave of Unicorns in India? a) FinTech b) E-commerce c) Ai.tech d) AutoTech Ans: c) Ai.tech 9.What was the all-time low recorded by the Indian Rupee against the U.S. dollar recently? a) 85.20 b) 86.80 c) 88.47 d) 89.15 Ans: c) 88.47 10.What is a primary reason cited for Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) showing a trend of net selling? a) Lower equity valuations in India b) Stronger Euro and U.S. tariff concerns c) Stronger dollar and U.S. tariff concerns d) High interest rates in India Ans: c) Stronger dollar and U.S. tariff concerns 11.How do India's equity valuations compare to its Asian peers, despite having eased below historical averages? a) Significantly lower b) Roughly similar c) Elevated d) Undervalued Ans: c) Elevated 12.With which country are India's trade discussions progressing positively towards finalizing the first tranche of a bilateral trade deal? a) United Kingdom b) European Union c) United States d) Australia Ans: c) United States 13.Which of the following countries/blocs has India NOT successfully concluded a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with, according to the provided text? a) Mauritius b) UAE c) Canada d) EFTA nations Ans: c) Canada 14.With which two entities are India's Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations currently in advanced stages? a) Japan and South Korea b) UK and EU c) Canada and Mexico d) Brazil and Argentina Ans: b) UK and EU 15.What amount of investments are India's Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) anticipated to attract? a) Approximately USD 100 billion b) Approximately USD 250 billion c) Approximately USD 500 billion d) Approximately USD 1 trillion Ans: c) Approximately USD 500 billion 16.What domestic initiative is the Indian government focusing on to boost consumption and the overall economy? a) Agricultural subsidies b) Infrastructure development c) GST reforms d) Export promotion schemes Ans: c) GST reforms 17.For which fiscal year are Indian banks projected to reduce dividend payments for the first time in four years? a) Ending March 2024 b) Ending March 2025 c) Ending March 2026 d) Ending March 2027 Ans: c) Ending March 2026 18.What is the primary reason cited for the projected reduction in dividend payments by Indian banks? a) Increase in non-performing assets b) Slowdown in loan growth c) Higher taxation d) Increased regulatory capital requirements Ans: b) Slowdown in loan growth

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1.Who is the former Brazilian President recently sentenced to prison for attempting a coup? a) Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva b) Fernando Henrique Cardoso c) Jair Bolsonaro d) Dilma Rousseff Ans: c) Jair Bolsonaro 2.What was the ...

1.Who is the former Brazilian President recently sentenced to prison for attempting a coup? a) Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva b) Fernando Henrique Cardoso c) Jair Bolsonaro d) Dilma Rousseff Ans: c) Jair Bolsonaro 2.What was the approximate prison sentence handed down to former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro for attempting a coup? a) 10 years and 6 months b) 15 years and 9 months c) 20 years and 1 month d) 27 years and 3 months Ans: d) 27 years and 3 months 3.On how many counts was former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro convicted for attempting a coup? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Six Ans: c) Five 4.In which city is former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro currently under house arrest? a) Rio de Janeiro b) São Paulo c) Brasília d) Salvador Ans: c) Brasília 5.Which country's Hamas leaders were targeted by a recent Israeli attack mentioned in the news? a) Lebanon b) Syria c) Qatar d) Yemen Ans: c) Qatar 6.Which international body condemned the recent Israeli strikes on Qatar? a) NATO b) European Union c) African Union d) UN Security Council Ans: d) UN Security Council 7.What was the intended destination of the flotilla boats attacked by drones, as reported by an activist group? a) West Bank b) Gaza c) Sinai Peninsula d) Golan Heights Ans: b) Gaza 8.According to the provided content, which of the following countries was NOT mentioned as a target of recent Israeli strikes within the last 72 hours? a) Tunisia b) Palestine c) Iraq d) Lebanon Ans: c) Iraq 9.Which country is grappling with widespread violent protests, leading to a rising death toll and over 1,000 people treated at hospitals? a) Bhutan b) Bangladesh c) Nepal d) Sri Lanka Ans: c) Nepal 10.Who has been declared as the Interim Prime Minister of Nepal amidst the ongoing unrest? a) Sher Bahadur Deuba b) Pushpa Kamal Dahal c) Sushila Karki d) K.P. Sharma Oli Ans: c) Sushila Karki 11.Which group of pilgrims/tourists is reportedly stuck along the Nepal-China border due to the unrest in Nepal? a) Everest Base Camp trekkers b) Annapurna Circuit hikers c) Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims d) Lumbini visitors Ans: c) Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims 12.Charlie Kirk, whose fatal shooting is dominating US headlines, was identified as a: a) Prominent journalist b) Conservative activist c) Tech entrepreneur d) Political analyst Ans: b) Conservative activist 13.Which US federal agency released photos of a person of interest in the fatal shooting of Charlie Kirk? a) CIA b) NSA c) FBI d) DEA Ans: c) FBI 14.Who has reportedly surpassed Elon Musk to become the world's richest person? a) Jeff Bezos b) Bill Gates c) Larry Ellison d) Mark Zuckerberg Ans: c) Larry Ellison 15.Larry Ellison is the co-founder of which major technology company? a) Microsoft b) Apple c) Tesla d) Oracle Ans: d) Oracle 16.What is cited as a primary reason for the significant surge in Oracle's shares and Larry Ellison's net worth? a) New smartphone launch b) Acquisition of a social media giant c) Strong outlook in cloud computing and AI technology d) Diversification into renewable energy Ans: c) Strong outlook in cloud computing and AI technology

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1.As of September 12, 2025, who officially took oath as the new Vice President of India? a) Jagdeep Dhankhar b) Droupadi Murmu c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Dinesh K Tripathi Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.Who administered the oath...

1.As of September 12, 2025, who officially took oath as the new Vice President of India? a) Jagdeep Dhankhar b) Droupadi Murmu c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Dinesh K Tripathi Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.Who administered the oath of office to the new Vice President, C.P. Radhakrishnan? a) The Chief Justice of India b) The Prime Minister c) President Droupadi Murmu d) The Speaker of Lok Sabha Ans: c) President Droupadi Murmu 3.With how many votes did C.P. Radhakrishnan win the Vice Presidential election? a) 300 b) 452 c) 752 d) 15 Ans: b) 452 4.Which new Indian Navy base is scheduled to be commissioned in Gurugram on September 12, 2025? a) INS Vikrant b) INS Arihant c) INS Aravali d) INS Chakra Ans: c) INS Aravali 5.What is the primary purpose of the newly commissioned INS Aravali? a) To house new naval warships b) To serve as a submarine repair facility c) To fortify the Navy's information and communication infrastructure d) To train naval commandos for special operations Ans: c) To fortify the Navy's information and communication infrastructure 6.The INS Aravali is named after which geographical feature? a) A major river b) A mountain range c) A historical fort d) A prominent island Ans: b) A mountain range 7.India's space economy is projected to reach what value by 2033? a) $5 billion b) $44 billion c) $220 billion d) $500 billion Ans: b) $44 billion 8.By what factor is India's space economy projected to grow by 2033? a) Two-fold b) Three-fold c) Four-fold d) Five-fold Ans: d) Five-fold 9.Which large-scale initiative is mentioned alongside India's projected space economy growth? a) Make in India program b) PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana c) National Green Hydrogen Mission d) Sagarmala Project Ans: b) PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana 10.Approximately how many Indian nationals were reportedly duped into serving in the Ukraine-Russia war zone? a) At least 2 b) At least 5 c) At least 10 d) At least 15 Ans: d) At least 15 11.The Indian nationals duped into the Ukraine-Russia war zone were reportedly forced to serve on which side? a) Ukrainian side b) Russian side c) NATO forces side d) UN peacekeeping side Ans: b) Russian side 12.What was the alleged initial job offer to the Indian nationals who ended up in the Ukraine-Russia war zone? a) Military recruits b) Humanitarian aid workers c) Construction workers d) Medical professionals Ans: c) Construction workers 13.Who is the Foreign Secretary mentioned in the context of strengthening India-Mauritius partnership? a) S. Jaishankar b) Vinay Mohan Kwatra c) Vikram Misri d) Harsh Vardhan Shringla Ans: c) Vikram Misri 14.India and Mauritius are actively collaborating to address common challenges such as maritime security, piracy, and drug trafficking. This partnership is underpinned by which of India's policies/visions? a) Act East Policy b) Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision MAHASAGAR c) Look West Policy d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Ans: b) Neighbourhood First Policy and Vision MAHASAGAR 15.What is the name of India's first indigenous multi-stage malaria vaccine? a) MalarVax b) FalciCure c) AdFalciVax d) PlasmoShield Ans: c) AdFalciVax 16.Which organization has invited industry partners to commercialize AdFalciVax? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) d) Serum Institute of India (SII) Ans: c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) 17.AdFalciVax primarily targets which protozoan parasite? a) Plasmodium vivax b) Plasmodium ovale c) Plasmodium malariae d) Plasmodium falciparum Ans: d) Plasmodium falciparum

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1.To which Indian public sector undertaking did ISRO transfer the technology for the production of Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLV)? a) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) c) Defence Research...

1.To which Indian public sector undertaking did ISRO transfer the technology for the production of Small Satellite Launch Vehicles (SSLV)? a) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) c) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) d) NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) Ans: b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) 2.The technology transfer agreement for SSLV production marks what number of technology transfers facilitated by INSPACe? a) 50th b) 75th c) 100th d) 125th Ans: c) 100th 3.Which entity did Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) outbid to secure the SSLV technology transfer agreement from ISRO? a) Tata Advanced Systems b) Larsen & Toubro c) Adani Group-backed Alpha Design Technologies d) Godrej Aerospace Ans: c) Adani Group-backed Alpha Design Technologies 4.What is the primary objective behind ISRO's technology transfer of SSLV production to industry partners like HAL? a) To reduce ISRO's operational costs significantly. b) To foster greater industry participation and establish India as a global hub for affordable and reliable launch services. c) To ensure ISRO retains full control over satellite launches. d) To exclusively focus on manned space missions. Ans: b) To foster greater industry participation and establish India as a global hub for affordable and reliable launch services. 5.Astroscale Japan Inc. signed a launch agreement with NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) for its ISSA-J1 mission. Which Indian launch vehicle is scheduled to be used for this mission? a) Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) b) Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) c) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) d) Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV) Ans: c) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) 6.According to Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, which of the following will be the core drivers of India's economic growth? a) Agriculture and traditional industries b) Foreign investments and tourism c) Artificial Intelligence, technology, and innovation d) Public sector enterprises and government spending Ans: c) Artificial Intelligence, technology, and innovation 7.At which event did Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal emphasize the role of AI and technology in India's growth story on September 10, 2025? a) Indian Economic Summit b) 58th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) c) NITI Aayog Annual Conference d) Make in India Global Investor Meet Ans: b) 58th Convocation of the Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) 8.How many STEM graduates does India produce annually, according to Piyush Goyal, contributing to reducing dependence on foreign technology? a) 1.5 million b) 2.0 million c) 2.3 million d) 3.0 million Ans: c) 2.3 million 9.A national conference titled 'Artificial Intelligence: A Multidisciplinary Approach in Research' commenced on September 11, 2025, in which Indian city? a) New Delhi b) Hyderabad c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: d) Bengaluru 10.Which year marked the initial articulation of India's 'Smart Cities Mission', aiming to transform urban centers? a) 2012 b) 2015 c) 2018 d) 2020 Ans: b) 2015

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1.On September 10, 2025, how many consecutive sessions did Indian equity benchmarks, the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50, close higher? a) Four b) Five c) Six d) Seven Ans: c) Six 2.Which of the following was NOT cited as a reas...

1.On September 10, 2025, how many consecutive sessions did Indian equity benchmarks, the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50, close higher? a) Four b) Five c) Six d) Seven Ans: c) Six 2.Which of the following was NOT cited as a reason for the extended winning streak in Indian stock markets on September 10, 2025? a) Ongoing India-US trade negotiations b) Expectations of potential Goods and Services Tax (GST) cuts c) Hopes of a US Federal Reserve rate cut d) Announcement of significant new foreign direct investment policies Ans: d) Announcement of significant new foreign direct investment policies 3.Which sector was explicitly mentioned as a top laggard in the Indian stock markets on September 10, 2025? a) IT b) Public Sector Banks (PSBs) c) Auto d) Pharmaceuticals Ans: c) Auto 4.Among the Sensex constituents, which company was listed as a top gainer on September 10, 2025? a) Mahindra & Mahindra b) Bajaj Auto c) Bharat Electronics (BEL) d) Maruti Suzuki Ans: c) Bharat Electronics (BEL) 5.What was Fitch Ratings' revised GDP growth forecast for India for the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26)? a) 6.5% b) 6.7% c) 6.9% d) 7.1% Ans: c) 6.9% 6.Which of the following was NOT a reason cited by Fitch Ratings for upgrading India's GDP growth forecast for FY26? a) Strong domestic demand b) Rising consumer spending c) Supportive financial conditions d) Significant increase in agricultural output Ans: d) Significant increase in agricultural output 7.Who is the Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) mentioned in the context of India's economic resilience and reforms? a) Piyush Goyal b) V. Anantha Nageswaran c) Shaktikanta Das d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) V. Anantha Nageswaran 8.According to the Chief Economic Advisor, approximately how much money is the simplified GST structure expected to inject into the Indian economy? a) Rs 25,000 crore b) Rs 50,000 crore c) Rs 75,000 crore d) Rs 1,00,000 crore Ans: b) Rs 50,000 crore 9.Which global currency did Chief Economic Advisor V. Anantha Nageswaran clarify India is NOT exploring as an alternative? a) Euro b) Yen c) Yuan d) US Dollar Ans: d) US Dollar 10.India is in 'active dialogue' for a free trade agreement (FTA) with which of the following countries, as confirmed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal? a) China b) Japan c) United States d) Australia Ans: c) United States 11.Besides the United States, with which other major economies/blocs is India actively negotiating free trade agreements, according to the provided content? a) Russia and UK b) European Union and New Zealand c) Australia and Japan d) Canada and Mexico Ans: b) European Union and New Zealand

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1.Where did Israel launch an air strike targeting senior Hamas leadership, drawing widespread international condemnation? a) Gaza City b) Al-Mawasi c) Doha, Qatar d) Jerusalem Ans: c) Doha, Qatar 2.Which world leader condemn...

1.Where did Israel launch an air strike targeting senior Hamas leadership, drawing widespread international condemnation? a) Gaza City b) Al-Mawasi c) Doha, Qatar d) Jerusalem Ans: c) Doha, Qatar 2.Which world leader condemned the Israeli strike in Qatar and emphasized that 'The war must not spread to the entire region'? a) French President Emmanuel Macron b) German Chancellor c) British Prime Minister d) EU High Representative Ans: b) German Chancellor 3.What is the name of the 'safe zone' in Gaza where approximately 800,000 Palestinians are reportedly sheltering and which has been reportedly targeted multiple times by Israel? a) Khan Younis b) Rafah c) Al-Mawasi d) Deir al-Balah Ans: c) Al-Mawasi 4.Which NATO member's airspace was breached by Russian drones, leading to NATO scrambling fighter jets to shoot them down? a) Germany b) Netherlands c) Poland d) Italy Ans: c) Poland 5.Who is the current Prime Minister of Poland who described the Russian drone incursion as a 'provocation on a large scale'? a) Andrzej Duda b) Donald Tusk c) Jarosław Kaczyński d) Mateusz Morawiecki Ans: b) Donald Tusk 6.Which article of the NATO treaty is Poland expected to invoke following the drone incident, allowing for urgent discussions with allies? a) Article 3 b) Article 4 c) Article 5 d) Article 6 Ans: b) Article 4 7.Who resigned as Prime Minister of Nepal amidst violent anti-corruption protests, plunging the country into political crisis? a) Sher Bahadur Deuba b) Ram Chandra Poudel c) K.P. Sharma Oli d) Bishnu Prasad Paudel Ans: c) K.P. Sharma Oli 8.Which of the following political party headquarters were reported to be destroyed during the violent protests in Nepal? a) Communist Party of Nepal (UML) b) Nepali Congress c) Both A and B d) Rastriya Prajatantra Party Ans: c) Both A and B 9.Which country's Ministry of External Affairs issued a travel advisory for its citizens in Nepal, urging them to shelter due to the unrest? a) China b) India c) United States d) Bangladesh Ans: b) India 10.Charlie Kirk, the prominent conservative activist assassinated in the United States, was a co-founder of which organization? a) Students for Liberty b) Young Americans for Liberty c) Turning Point USA d) American Conservative Union Ans: c) Turning Point USA 11.At which university was Charlie Kirk shot and killed? a) Brigham Young University b) University of Utah c) Utah Valley University d) Weber State University Ans: c) Utah Valley University 12.According to the provided content, what was the primary reason Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave for authorizing the strike in Qatar? a) To target Hamas's financial assets b) To rescue Israeli hostages c) To strike Hamas leaders accused of planning and celebrating the October 7th massacres d) To disrupt Hamas's weapon supply lines Ans: c) To strike Hamas leaders accused of planning and celebrating the October 7th massacres

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1.Who has been elected as the 15th Vice President of India? a) Justice B. Sudershan Reddy b) Narendra Modi c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) K.P. Sharma Oli Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.What was the voter turnout percentage in the el...

1.Who has been elected as the 15th Vice President of India? a) Justice B. Sudershan Reddy b) Narendra Modi c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) K.P. Sharma Oli Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.What was the voter turnout percentage in the election for India's 15th Vice President? a) 76.70 percent b) 98.20 percent c) 81.50 percent d) 90.00 percent Ans: b) 98.20 percent 3.Prior to being elected as the Vice President, C.P. Radhakrishnan served as the Governor of which Indian state, along with additional charges? a) Jharkhand b) Puducherry c) Maharashtra d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Maharashtra 4.Which two leaders expressed confidence in the resumption of India-US trade talks, referring to their nations as 'close friends and natural partners'? a) PM Modi and President Emmanuel Macron b) PM Modi and President Joe Biden c) PM Modi and President Donald Trump d) PM Modi and Chancellor Olaf Scholz Ans: c) PM Modi and President Donald Trump 5.With which country did Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirm a commitment to deepen a 'Strategic Partnership' and discuss promoting connectivity under the IMEEEC initiative? a) United States b) Italy c) Qatar d) Nepal Ans: b) Italy 6.Which of the following initiatives did Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni express support for India regarding during a telephonic conversation with PM Modi? a) India's permanent seat in the UNSC b) India's hosting of the AI Impact Summit in 2026 c) India's bid for the 2036 Olympic Games d) India's leadership in the G7 Ans: b) India's hosting of the AI Impact Summit in 2026 7.Who resigned as Nepal's Prime Minister following widespread anti-corruption protests, initially triggered by a ban on social media platforms? a) Pushpa Kamal Dahal b) Sher Bahadur Deuba c) K.P. Sharma Oli d) Madhav Kumar Nepal Ans: c) K.P. Sharma Oli 8.What was the primary initial trigger for the widespread protests that led to the resignation of Nepal's Prime Minister? a) Economic recession b) Government ban on social media platforms c) Border disputes d) Political scandal Ans: b) Government ban on social media platforms 9.India condemned the violation of which country's sovereignty following Israeli attacks on Hamas leaders in its capital, Doha? a) Syria b) Lebanon c) Qatar d) Yemen Ans: c) Qatar 10.The Indian men's football team recently clinched a bronze medal in which tournament, marking their first-ever podium finish? a) SAFF Championship b) AFC Asian Cup c) CAFA Nations Cup 2025 d) FIFA World Cup Qualifiers Ans: c) CAFA Nations Cup 2025 11.India is set to host the 28th ITTF-ATTU Asian Table Tennis Team Championships in 2025. This event will serve as a qualifier for which major international tournament? a) Olympic Games b) ITTF World Cup c) 2026 ITTF World Team Championships d) Commonwealth Games Ans: c) 2026 ITTF World Team Championships 12.C.P. Radhakrishnan, the NDA nominee for Vice President, defeated which candidate from the INDIA bloc? a) Rahul Gandhi b) Justice B. Sudershan Reddy c) Mallikarjun Kharge d) P. Chidambaram Ans: b) Justice B. Sudershan Reddy

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September 10, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the announced theme for the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave-2025 (ESTIC-2025)? a) "India's Technological Leap: A Global Perspective" b) "Viksit Bharat 2047- Pioneering Sustainable Innovation, Technolog...

1.What is the announced theme for the Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave-2025 (ESTIC-2025)? a) "India's Technological Leap: A Global Perspective" b) "Viksit Bharat 2047- Pioneering Sustainable Innovation, Technological Advancement and Empowerment" c) "Innovation for a Self-Reliant India: Vision 2025" d) "Science and Technology for Economic Growth and Social Equity" Ans: b) "Viksit Bharat 2047- Pioneering Sustainable Innovation, Technological Advancement and Empowerment" 2.The Emerging Science, Technology, and Innovation Conclave-2025 (ESTIC-2025) is scheduled to replace which historic event? a) Indian Engineering Congress b) Indian Agricultural Science Congress c) Indian Science Congress (ISC) d) National Technology Summit Ans: c) Indian Science Congress (ISC) 3.Which government body announced the theme for ESTIC-2025? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) b) Department of Science and Technology (DST) c) NITI Aayog d) Ministry of Education Ans: b) Department of Science and Technology (DST) 4.The international gathering focused on promoting tech-driven good governance is currently hosted by which Indian entity? a) NITI Aayog b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India d) Ministry of Finance Ans: c) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India 5.In the global discussion on tech-driven good governance, India is leading which of the following? a) The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Audit Committee b) The World Bank's Digital Governance Initiative c) Both the IT Audit Working Group and the Knowledge Sharing Committee d) The Global Cybersecurity Forum Ans: c) Both the IT Audit Working Group and the Knowledge Sharing Committee 6.How many countries are participating in the CAG-hosted international gathering on tech-driven good governance? a) Less than 15 b) Exactly 25 c) Over 29 d) More than 50 Ans: c) Over 29 7.Which ministry announced India's achievement of its highest solar power generation in 2025? a) Ministry of Power b) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy c) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change d) Ministry of Coal Ans: b) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy 8.What significant clean energy milestone did India achieve in 2025? a) Record wind power generation b) Highest solar power generation c) Launch of a new nuclear power plant d) Completion of a major hydroelectric project Ans: b) Highest solar power generation 9.What is the primary aim of the new policy introduced by the Central government regarding startups? a) To regulate foreign investments in startups b) To boost startup funding and entrepreneurship c) To establish government-owned incubators d) To provide tax exemptions for established businesses Ans: b) To boost startup funding and entrepreneurship 10.The new startup funding policy is designed to provide easier access to credit for whom? a) Large corporate houses b) Public sector undertakings c) Young innovators d) Foreign investors Ans: c) Young innovators 11.The Nothing Ear 3 wireless earphones are set to launch globally and in India on which date? a) November 3, 2025 b) September 18, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) December 25, 2024 Ans: b) September 18, 2025 12.What type of consumer electronic device are the "Nothing Ear 3"? a) Smartwatches b) Smartphones c) Wireless earphones d) Laptops Ans: c) Wireless earphones 13.Who is Raul John Aju, as mentioned in the current affairs content? a) A prominent AI researcher from IIT Delhi b) A 16-year-old AI prodigy from Kerala c) The CEO of a leading Indian tech startup d) A government official advocating for AI policy Ans: b) A 16-year-old AI prodigy from Kerala 14.According to Raul John Aju, what is the critical need for India to lead in artificial intelligence? a) Establishing more AI supercomputers b) Investing in skills, research, and innovation c) Forming international AI alliances d) Developing proprietary AI hardware Ans: b) Investing in skills, research, and innovation 15.What did Raul John Aju highlight as the true power of AI? a) Its ability to generate complex algorithms b) Its potential for economic disruption c) Its capacity to solve real-life problems d) Its role in creating virtual realities Ans: c) Its capacity to solve real-life problems

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1.The United States has increased tariffs on Indian exports by what percentage, potentially reducing India's FY26 GDP? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: d) 100% 2.Which two labor-intensive sectors are particularly affected b...

1.The United States has increased tariffs on Indian exports by what percentage, potentially reducing India's FY26 GDP? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: d) 100% 2.Which two labor-intensive sectors are particularly affected by the increased US tariffs on Indian exports? a) Information Technology and Pharmaceuticals b) Textiles and Jewelry c) Automotive and Heavy Machinery d) Agriculture and Fisheries Ans: b) Textiles and Jewelry 3.What is India's primary strategy to mitigate the impact of increased US tariffs on its exports? a) Imposing retaliatory tariffs on US imports b) Seeking to diversify its export markets c) Increasing domestic consumption to offset export losses d) Appealing to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Ans: b) Seeking to diversify its export markets 4.Which Union Minister announced plans to target 40 countries to boost apparel exports? a) Mr. Piyush Goyal b) Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman c) Mr. Giriraj Singh d) Mr. V. Anantha Nageswaran Ans: c) Mr. Giriraj Singh 5.What is the significance of the textile sector in India's employment landscape? a) It is the largest employer in India. b) It is India's second-largest employer after agriculture. c) It is a minor contributor to employment, primarily focused on exports. d) Its employment figures are expected to decline significantly due to tariffs. Ans: b) It is India's second-largest employer after agriculture. 6.The 'Swadeshi' initiative, emphasized by Union Minister Piyush Goyal, primarily aims to achieve what? a) Increase foreign direct investment (FDI) b) Strengthen growth and financial security by reducing import dependence c) Promote international trade agreements d) Focus on advanced technological exports Ans: b) Strengthen growth and financial security by reducing import dependence 7.A recent Goods and Services Tax (GST) cut on how many everyday items is expected to spur demand and boost GDP? a) 175 b) 275 c) 375 d) 475 Ans: c) 375 8.What was the GST reduction for a broad range of handicraft items? a) From 18% to 12% b) From 12% to 5% c) From 5% to 0% d) From 28% to 18% Ans: b) From 12% to 5% 9.The recent tax reforms, including GST cuts, align with which broader Indian government initiative? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Skill India d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Ans: d) Atmanirbhar Bharat 10.Which Union Minister questioned Corporate India's investment behavior despite receiving corporate tax cuts and benefiting from GST reforms? a) Mr. Piyush Goyal b) Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman c) Mr. Giriraj Singh d) Mr. V. Anantha Nageswaran Ans: b) Ms. Nirmala Sitharaman 11.What is India's GDP growth forecast for FY26, according to Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran? a) 5.0-5.5% b) 6.3-6.8% c) 7.0-7.5% d) 7.8-8.3% Ans: b) 6.3-6.8% 12.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter? a) 6.3% b) 6.8% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 13.What is cited as the primary reason for the Indian equity market's resilience despite Foreign Portfolio Investor (FPI) outflows? a) Government intervention and market stabilization funds b) Strong support from domestic institutional and retail investors c) Increased foreign direct investment (FDI) d) A significant depreciation of the Indian Rupee Ans: b) Strong support from domestic institutional and retail investors 14.Approximately how much capital has been raised through IPOs in India in the last eight months? a) $5 billion b) $10 billion c) $15 billion d) $20 billion Ans: b) $10 billion 15.By what percentage have Indian household average quarterly expenses increased in the last three years? a) Over 10% b) Over 20% c) Over 33% d) Over 50% Ans: c) Over 33% 16.What is the estimated average quarterly expense for Indian households in 2025? a) Rs 35,000 b) Rs 45,000 c) Rs 56,000 d) Rs 65,000 Ans: c) Rs 56,000 17.What percentage of Indian consumers are allocating funds towards luxury products, according to a recent report? a) 7% b) 15% c) 25% d) 33% Ans: a) 7% 18.Which automotive company considers India a 'priority market' and plans continued investment and local production? a) BMW b) Audi c) Mercedes-Benz d) Volvo Ans: c) Mercedes-Benz 19.Which technology company recently cut over 100 jobs in India, attributing it to workforce reshaping by artificial intelligence? a) Microsoft b) Google c) Oracle d) IBM Ans: c) Oracle 20.Which Indian city is positioning itself to become a global technology hub? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) Chennai d) Hyderabad Ans: d) Hyderabad

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1.Which city in Qatar was the target of the recent Israeli strike on Hamas leadership? a) Al Khor b) Doha c) Lusail d) Rayyan Ans: b) Doha 2.According to the provided content, how many Hamas members were reportedly killed in...

1.Which city in Qatar was the target of the recent Israeli strike on Hamas leadership? a) Al Khor b) Doha c) Lusail d) Rayyan Ans: b) Doha 2.According to the provided content, how many Hamas members were reportedly killed in the Israeli strike in Doha? a) Three b) Five c) Seven d) Ten Ans: b) Five 3.Who reportedly confirmed Israel's responsibility for the strike in Doha, Qatar? a) Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant b) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu c) Israeli President Isaac Herzog d) A spokesperson for the Israeli military Ans: b) Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 4.Who resigned as Prime Minister of Nepal amidst widespread anti-government protests? a) Sher Bahadur Deuba b) Pushpa Kamal Dahal c) KP Sharma Oli d) Madhav Kumar Nepal Ans: c) KP Sharma Oli 5.What was one of the primary reasons cited for the anti-government protests in Nepal, according to the content? a) Economic recession and inflation b) A ban on social media platforms and accusations of corruption c) Disputes over border territories d) Healthcare system failures Ans: b) A ban on social media platforms and accusations of corruption 6.Which security force is expected to take charge of security in Nepal following the widespread unrest and protests? a) Nepal Police b) Armed Police Force c) Nepal Army d) National Investigation Department Ans: c) Nepal Army 7.The Israeli military issued its largest-ever evacuation order for which city in Gaza? a) Khan Yunis b) Rafah c) Gaza City d) Deir al-Balah Ans: c) Gaza City 8.As of October 2023, what is the reported number of deaths in the war on Gaza mentioned in the content? a) At least 30,000 b) At least 45,000 c) At least 64,605 d) At least 80,000 Ans: c) At least 64,605 9.Besides direct conflict casualties, what other cause of death for Palestinians was reported due to Israel's blockade? a) Lack of medical supplies b) Building collapses c) Starvation d) Contaminated water Ans: c) Starvation 10.Who was the Prime Minister of France whose minority government collapsed after losing a crucial confidence vote? a) Jean Castex b) Élisabeth Borne c) Emmanuel Macron d) François Bayrou Ans: d) François Bayrou 11.What was the controversial plan that Prime Minister François Bayrou's government put to a confidence vote in France? a) A plan to increase defense spending b) A plan to nationalize key industries c) A plan to cut 44 billion euros in spending d) A plan to reform the pension system Ans: c) A plan to cut 44 billion euros in spending 12.A new Ebola outbreak has been reported in which province of the Democratic Republic of Congo? a) North Kivu b) Equateur c) Kasai d) Ituri Ans: c) Kasai 13.Which of the following countries recently experienced a political crisis leading to the resignation of its Prime Minister amidst protests and violence, as described in the content? a) France b) Qatar c) Nepal d) Democratic Republic of Congo Ans: c) Nepal 14.The recent Israeli strike targeting Hamas leadership occurred in the capital city of which country, an act that drew widespread global condemnation? a) Egypt b) Jordan c) Lebanon d) Qatar Ans: d) Qatar

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1.Who has been elected as India's 15th Vice President? a) B. Sudershan Reddy b) C.P. Radhakrishnan c) Narendra Modi d) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Ans: b) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.C.P. Radhakrishnan secured how many votes in the Vice...

1.Who has been elected as India's 15th Vice President? a) B. Sudershan Reddy b) C.P. Radhakrishnan c) Narendra Modi d) Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Ans: b) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.C.P. Radhakrishnan secured how many votes in the Vice Presidential election? a) 300 votes b) 452 votes c) 752 votes d) 400 votes Ans: b) 452 votes 3.India recently signed a new Bilateral Investment Agreement (BIA) with which country? a) United States b) Israel c) Russia d) Nepal Ans: b) Israel 4.Which organization member is Israel the first to sign a Bilateral Investment Agreement under India's revised investment treaty framework? a) BRICS b) SAARC c) ASEAN d) OECD Ans: d) OECD 5.What is the total investment planned by the Andhra Pradesh government for establishing a Space City and Defence Manufacturing Hubs? a) ₹400 crore b) ₹3,000 crore c) ₹3,400 crore d) ₹4,500 crore Ans: c) ₹3,400 crore 6.The proposed Space City in Andhra Pradesh, with a ₹400 crore investment, will be established in which city and in partnership with which company? a) Madakasira, ISRO b) Tirupati, Skyroot Aerospace c) Visakhapatnam, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited d) Nellore, BrahMos Aerospace Ans: b) Tirupati, Skyroot Aerospace 7.Which Indian state has recently been declared a fully literate state, achieving an impressive 99.3% literacy rate? a) Kerala b) Mizoram c) Himachal Pradesh d) Goa Ans: c) Himachal Pradesh 8.Himachal Pradesh's Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu announced the state's full literacy status during which event? a) Shimla Literary Festival b) Ullas Mela 2025 c) State Education Summit d) International Youth Day Ans: b) Ullas Mela 2025 9.What is the name of India's first fully 'made in India' 32-bit microprocessor? a) Shakti b) Dhruv c) Vikram d) Arjun Ans: c) Vikram 10.The indigenous 32-bit microprocessor 'Vikram' was developed by which organization? a) DRDO b) IIT Madras c) ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) d) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) Ans: c) ISRO's Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) 11.According to US President Donald Trump, what is the current status of trade discussions between the United States and India? a) They have been suspended indefinitely. b) They are continuing to address existing trade barriers. c) A new trade agreement has been signed. d) They are focused solely on oil imports. Ans: b) They are continuing to address existing trade barriers 12.Who recently resigned as Prime Minister of Nepal amidst violent anti-corruption protests? a) Sher Bahadur Deuba b) Pushpa Kamal Dahal c) K.P. Sharma Oli d) Bidya Devi Bhandari Ans: c) K.P. Sharma Oli

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1.What are the new GST slabs introduced by the Indian government, as mentioned in the content? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 18% c) 5% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 2.Which Union Minister urged industries to pass on t...

1.What are the new GST slabs introduced by the Indian government, as mentioned in the content? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 18% c) 5% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 2.Which Union Minister urged industries to pass on the full benefits of GST rate cuts to consumers? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Rajnath Singh d) Amit Shah Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 3.According to an SBI report, what is the projected revenue loss for the government due to the recent GST changes? a) ₹3,000 crore b) ₹3,700 crore c) ₹4,400 crore d) ₹5,000 crore Ans: b) ₹3,700 crore 4.Who lauded the GST 2.0 reforms as a progressive step towards accelerating India's GDP growth towards double digits? a) Piyush Goyal b) Nandan Nilekani c) Mukesh Ambani d) Urjit Patel Ans: c) Mukesh Ambani 5.Which of the following companies was NOT mentioned as announcing price reductions on its models to reflect GST benefits? a) Lexus b) Nissan c) Mercedes-Benz d) Audi India Ans: c) Mercedes-Benz 6.With which two entities is India actively stepping up Free Trade Agreement (FTA) talks? a) USA and Canada b) China and Japan c) Qatar and the European Union d) Australia and New Zealand Ans: c) Qatar and the European Union 7.What is India's primary objective in seeking new trade partners and FTAs, as mentioned in the text? a) To increase exports to the US b) To reduce its dependence on the US c) To exclusively trade with BRICS nations d) To import more consumer goods Ans: b) To reduce its dependence on the US 8.Which sector's export body has flagged significant job losses in India due to US tariffs? a) Textile industry b) Pharmaceutical sector c) Engineering goods d) IT services Ans: c) Engineering goods 9.What is the percentage of US tariffs now imposed on leather products, which has led Kolkata's leather units to eye the UK and EU markets? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 10.India recently signed a bilateral investment treaty aimed at promoting and protecting investments with which country? a) Japan b) Israel c) Germany d) South Korea Ans: b) Israel 11.Who, during a virtual BRICS meeting, emphasized the importance of fair and transparent economic practices in global trade and advocated against protectionism? a) Narendra Modi b) S. Jaishankar c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: b) S. Jaishankar 12.According to the WEF report cited in the text, what is India's unemployment rate and its ranking among G20 nations? a) 3%, highest b) 2%, lowest c) 5%, average d) 1%, second lowest Ans: b) 2%, lowest 13.What is India's fiscal deficit target mentioned in the text, which consumption is expected to help meet? a) 3.5% b) 4.0% c) 4.4% d) 5.0% Ans: c) 4.4% 14.Which company's board is set to consider a share buyback proposal on September 11? a) Reliance Industries Limited b) Tata Consultancy Services c) Infosys d) Wipro Ans: c) Infosys 15.How much investment has Amazon announced to prepare for the upcoming festive rush in India? a) ₹1,000 crore b) ₹1,500 crore c) ₹2,000 crore d) ₹2,500 crore Ans: c) ₹2,000 crore 16.What is the potential additional GST burden facing food delivery platforms Zomato and Swiggy due to 18% GST on delivery fees? a) ₹100-120 crore b) ₹150-170 crore c) ₹180-200 crore d) ₹210-230 crore Ans: c) ₹180-200 crore

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1.The recent widespread protests in Nepal, primarily led by Gen Z students, are against which of the following? a) Increased taxation and economic reforms b) A proposed social media ban and allegations of government corruption c) For...

1.The recent widespread protests in Nepal, primarily led by Gen Z students, are against which of the following? a) Increased taxation and economic reforms b) A proposed social media ban and allegations of government corruption c) Foreign interference in internal affairs d) Educational policy changes and university fees Ans: b) A proposed social media ban and allegations of government corruption 2.During the recent protests in Nepal, protestors attempted to breach which significant building in Kathmandu? a) The Royal Palace b) The Supreme Court c) The Parliament building d) The Central Bank Ans: c) The Parliament building 3.How many people were killed in the recent attack by Palestinian gunmen at a bus stop in Jerusalem? a) Two b) Six c) Ten d) Twelve Ans: b) Six 4.Which former US President is mentioned as threatening to impose tougher sanctions following Russia's recent actions in the conflict with Ukraine? a) Barack Obama b) George W. Bush c) Donald Trump d) Bill Clinton Ans: c) Donald Trump 5.Who was the Prime Minister of France recently ousted in a confidence vote, necessitating President Macron to seek a new PM? a) Jean Castex b) Élisabeth Borne c) François Bayrou d) Gabriel Attal Ans: c) François Bayrou 6.India's ambitious plan to expand its high-speed road network fivefold by 2033 aims to add how many kilometers of access-controlled expressways? a) 5,000 km b) 10,000 km c) 17,000 km d) 25,000 km Ans: c) 17,000 km 7.What is the name of India's first indigenous 32-bit semiconductor microprocessor, showcased at the 4th edition of SEMICON India 2025? a) Shakti-32 b) Veer-32 c) Vikram-32 d) Arjun-32 Ans: c) Vikram-32 8.In the global healthcare sector, India holds the distinction of being the largest global supplier of which of the following? a) Medical equipment b) Generic medicines c) Vaccines d) Surgical instruments Ans: b) Generic medicines 9.India recently inked a bilateral investment treaty with which country? a) European Union b) Bhutan c) Israel d) Russia Ans: c) Israel 10.The Prime Minister of Bhutan, Dasho Tshering Tobgay, signed a power agreement with which Indian company for a hydroelectric project in Bhutan during his recent visit to India? a) Tata Power b) Reliance Power c) Adani Power Limited d) NTPC Limited Ans: c) Adani Power Limited 11.International Literacy Day is observed annually on which date? a) September 7th b) September 8th c) September 10th d) September 12th Ans: b) September 8th 12.What was the 2025 theme for International Literacy Day, emphasizing the integration of digital skills with traditional literacy? a) Literacy for a Sustainable Future b) Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era c) Reading the Past, Writing the Future d) Literacy and Multilingualism Ans: b) Promoting Literacy in the Digital Era 13.A total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a 'Blood Moon,' was witnessed in India on which dates in 2025? a) September 1-2 b) September 3-4 c) September 5-6 d) September 7-8 Ans: d) September 7-8

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1.The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) announced its Members of Parliament would abstain from voting in the upcoming Vice-Presidential election. What is the stated policy of the BJD regarding national alliances? a) Alliance with the ruling NDA ...

1.The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) announced its Members of Parliament would abstain from voting in the upcoming Vice-Presidential election. What is the stated policy of the BJD regarding national alliances? a) Alliance with the ruling NDA b) Support for the opposition INDIA bloc c) Policy of equal distance from both major national alliances d) Conditional support based on policy alignment Ans: c) Policy of equal distance from both major national alliances 2.The Supreme Court recently directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to accept Aadhaar as a valid proof for which specific exercise in Bihar? a) Voter ID card renewal b) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise of electoral rolls c) Online voter registration d) Proof of residency for new voters Ans: b) Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise of electoral rolls 3.In connection with an ongoing terror conspiracy case, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) conducted extensive searches across how many states and Union Territories, including Jammu and Kashmir? a) 3 states and J&K b) 5 states and J&K c) 7 states and J&K d) 4 states and J&K Ans: b) 5 states and J&K 4.The world's first DMIHER-McGraw Hill Centre of Excellence, aiming to provide international media and medical education, was recently inaugurated in which Indian city? a) Hyderabad b) Bengaluru c) Nagpur d) Mumbai Ans: c) Nagpur 5.'Mission Antariksh' and 'Project Ja; Vigyan', initiatives launched to inspire students through space science workshops on Teacher's Day, belong to which Indian state? a) Jharkhand b) Punjab c) Chhattisgarh d) Bihar Ans: c) Chhattisgarh 6.India recently signed a bilateral investment agreement aimed at boosting mutual trade and investment flows, particularly in cybersecurity, defence, innovation, and high-technology, with which country? a) European Union b) United States c) Israel d) South Korea Ans: c) Israel 7.Which bank committed Rs. 21,000 crores under Rajasthan's 'Rising Rajasthan' initiative through a Memorandum of Understanding with the state government? a) State Bank of India b) HDFC Bank c) Punjab National Bank d) Bank of Baroda Ans: c) Punjab National Bank 8.India's national hockey team secured the Asia Cup title, qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, by defeating which country in the final? a) Japan b) Malaysia c) Pakistan d) South Korea Ans: d) South Korea 9.Who claimed the US Open men's singles title as mentioned in the recent sports highlights? a) Novak Djokovic b) Rafael Nadal c) Carlos Alcaraz d) Daniil Medvedev Ans: c) Carlos Alcaraz 10.For the first time, the prestigious IMECE (ASME's International Mechanical Engineering Congress & Exposition) is scheduled to be held in India. Which city will host this event? a) New Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Hyderabad d) Chennai Ans: c) Hyderabad 11.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast, September rainfall across India is projected to be around what percentage of the 50-year average? a) 95% b) 100% c) 109% d) 115% Ans: c) 109% 12.The upcoming Vice-Presidential election, scheduled for September 9, 2025, is being held following the resignation of which Vice President? a) M. Venkaiah Naidu b) Hamid Ansari c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Bhairon Singh Shekhawat Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar

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1.The total lunar eclipse observed in India on September 7 and 8, 2025, was notable for its duration. How long did the totality phase last? a) 60 minutes b) 75 minutes c) 82 minutes d) 90 minutes Ans: c) 82 minutes 2.Which o...

1.The total lunar eclipse observed in India on September 7 and 8, 2025, was notable for its duration. How long did the totality phase last? a) 60 minutes b) 75 minutes c) 82 minutes d) 90 minutes Ans: c) 82 minutes 2.Which of the following statements about the total lunar eclipse observed in India on September 7 and 8, 2025, is correct? a) It was visible only from North India. b) It was the shortest total lunar eclipse observable from India since 2022. c) The total eclipse phase commenced at 9:57 PM IST. d) It was the first total lunar eclipse visible across the entire nation since July 27, 2018. Ans: d) It was the first total lunar eclipse visible across the entire nation since July 27, 2018. 3.The 4th edition of SEMICON India 2025, a significant event for the nation's semiconductor industry, was held in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) New Delhi d) Mumbai Ans: c) New Delhi 4.What was the major highlight unveiled at SEMICON India 2025? a) India's first indigenous drone. b) The 'Vikram-32' Microprocessor. c) A new 5G chipset. d) A quantum computing prototype. Ans: b) The 'Vikram-32' Microprocessor. 5.What is the initial funding commitment for the India Deep-Tech Investment Alliance (IDTA), formed during SEMICON India 2025? a) USD 100,000 b) USD 500,000 c) USD 1 million d) USD 10 million Ans: c) USD 1 million 6.During SEMICON India 2025, Tata Electronics signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which company to bolster its semiconductor fab at Dholera, Gujarat? a) Intel b) Samsung c) Merck d) TSMC Ans: c) Merck 7.A key discussion point at SEMICON India 2025 emphasized the need for more hands-on hardware training starting from which educational level to strengthen the talent pool in semiconductor design? a) Primary school b) Middle school c) High school d) Undergraduate level Ans: b) Middle school 8.ISRO recently achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing the undocking of which experiment? a) Gaganyaan Test Vehicle b) Chandrayaan-3 Lander c) Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) d) Aditya-L1 Solar Probe Ans: c) Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) 9.The successful completion of ISRO's Space Docking Experiment (SpaDeX) is crucial for which future ambitious missions? a) Mars Orbiter Mission 2 and Venus Orbiter Mission b) Chandrayaan-4 and Gaganyaan c) Reusable Launch Vehicle and Small Satellite Launch Vehicle d) XPoSat and NISAR Ans: b) Chandrayaan-4 and Gaganyaan 10.Indian scientists have made a breakthrough discovery regarding the crucial role of which protein in safeguarding cells from mechanical stress? a) p53 b) p47 c) p62 d) p38 Ans: b) p47 11.The discovery concerning the protein p47 could potentially open new avenues for developing treatments for which types of diseases? a) Respiratory diseases and allergies b) Neurological disorders and autoimmune diseases c) Heart muscle disorders and laminopathies d) Infectious diseases and metabolic syndromes Ans: c) Heart muscle disorders and laminopathies 12.Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has signed a 10-year MoU with which Singapore-based company to jointly develop hydrogen fuel cell-based trains? a) Sembcorp Industries b) Keppel Corporation c) Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies d) PSA International Ans: c) Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies 13.The collaboration between BHEL and Horizon Fuel Cell Technologies aims to develop what specific type of transportation solution for the Indian market? a) Electric buses b) High-speed rail systems c) Hydrogen fuel cell-based trains d) Solar-powered trams Ans: c) Hydrogen fuel cell-based trains

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1.The Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 reforms, simplifying the tax structure, are effective from which date? a) September 22, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) April 1, 2025 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 2.Under...

1.The Goods and Services Tax (GST) 2.0 reforms, simplifying the tax structure, are effective from which date? a) September 22, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) April 1, 2025 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 2.Under the new GST 2.0 reforms, what are the two simplified tax slabs being implemented? a) 12% and 18% b) 5% and 28% c) 5% and 18% d) 12% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 3.According to Crisil, what is the anticipated rise in revenues for Indian companies in the financial year 2025-26 due to GST 2.0 reforms? a) 3-4% b) 6-7% c) 10-12% d) 18-20% Ans: b) 6-7% 4.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June 2025 quarter? a) 7.4% b) 7.8% c) 10.1% d) 6.5% Ans: b) 7.8% 5.What was the net outflow of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) from India in the financial year 2024-25? a) $2.9 billion b) $14.6 billion c) $10.1 billion d) $7.4 billion Ans: b) $14.6 billion 6.According to Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran, what is the primary reason for a possible shortfall in nominal GDP growth compared to the Budget estimate? a) High inflation b) Increased FPI outflows c) Benign inflation d) Global economic slowdown Ans: c) Benign inflation 7.How much faster is India's digital economy growing compared to its traditional economy? a) 1-2 times b) 3-4 times c) 5-6 times d) 7-8 times Ans: b) 3-4 times 8.What percentage is India's digital economy projected to contribute to the nation's overall economy? a) Approximately 10% b) Approximately 15% c) Approximately 20% d) Approximately 25% Ans: c) Approximately 20% 9.Which country is India expected to sign a bilateral investment treaty with in the coming week, aiming to deepen economic cooperation? a) China b) USA c) Israel d) Japan Ans: c) Israel 10.Which of the following automobile manufacturers is NOT explicitly mentioned as having begun passing on GST benefits to consumers in the provided text? a) Hyundai b) Maruti Suzuki c) Tata Motors d) Renault Ans: b) Maruti Suzuki 11.Which company is set to launch the largest IPO mentioned in the text, with an estimated value of Rs 15,000 crore? a) Physicswallah b) Hyundai c) LG Electronics d) Crisil Ans: c) LG Electronics 12.Which of the following sectors is NOT specifically mentioned as expected to benefit significantly from lower costs due to the GST rate cut? a) Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) b) Information Technology (IT) c) Consumer durables d) Automobiles Ans: b) Information Technology (IT) 13.Based on its recent GDP growth rates, India is currently recognized as which of the following? a) The second largest economy globally b) The fastest-growing major economy globally c) A developing economy with stagnant growth d) An economy in recession Ans: b) The fastest-growing major economy globally 14.According to the text, which of the following factors is attributed to the net outflows of Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs)? a) Weak dollar and low US tariffs b) Strong dollar and US tariffs c) High inflation and low interest rates d) Benign inflation and strong domestic demand Ans: b) Strong dollar and US tariffs 15.Besides trade liberalization and privatization, what other key reforms are experts advocating to sustain India's high growth trajectory? a) Only monetary policy adjustments b) Land and labor reforms c) Increased government spending without structural changes d) Reduced foreign investment Ans: b) Land and labor reforms

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1.Approximately 300 South Korean workers were detained in a Hyundai-LG electric vehicle battery plant located in which US state? a) Texas b) California c) Georgia d) Alabama Ans: c) Georgia 2.Carlo Acutis, the Catholic Churc...

1.Approximately 300 South Korean workers were detained in a Hyundai-LG electric vehicle battery plant located in which US state? a) Texas b) California c) Georgia d) Alabama Ans: c) Georgia 2.Carlo Acutis, the Catholic Church's first millennial saint, was canonized by which Pope? a) Pope Francis b) Pope Benedict XVI c) Pope John Paul II d) Pope Leo XIV Ans: d) Pope Leo XIV 3.What was the recent ruling by Israel's Supreme Court concerning Palestinian prisoners? a) They must be released immediately. b) The government is not providing sufficient food. c) They are entitled to unlimited family visits. d) Their sentences must be reviewed. Ans: b) The government is not providing sufficient food. 4.Which militant group, operating from Yemen, launched a drone that struck near Israel's southern Ramon Airport? a) Hamas b) Hezbollah c) Islamic Jihad d) Houthi Ans: d) Houthi 5.Which US President issued a 'last warning' to Hamas concerning hostages amidst the Israel-Gaza conflict? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 6.Which disease was recently declared no longer a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) by the World Health Organization (WHO)? a) COVID-19 b) Mpox c) Ebola d) Zika Ans: b) Mpox 7.Which Ukrainian city recently experienced drone and missile attacks that resulted in at least four fatalities, including an infant? a) Lviv b) Odesa c) Kyiv d) Kharkiv Ans: c) Kyiv 8.The excavation of the Chemmani mass grave in Sri Lanka was halted due to what reason? a) Security concerns b) Lack of funds c) Adverse weather conditions d) Discovery of new evidence Ans: b) Lack of funds 9.Who was recently appointed as the Deputy Prime Minister and Justice Secretary in UK politics? a) Keir Starmer b) David Lammy c) Rishi Sunak d) Yvette Cooper Ans: b) David Lammy 10.Which country held a military parade to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II? a) Russia b) United States c) Germany d) China Ans: d) China 11.Which country finalized a deal to purchase 44 Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany as part of its military modernization efforts? a) Poland b) Hungary c) Czech Republic d) Slovakia Ans: c) Czech Republic 12.Which European country recorded its hottest and driest summer since 1931, with an average maximum temperature of 30.78 °C and only 24% of normal rainfall, contributing to recent wildfires? a) Spain b) Italy c) Greece d) Portugal Ans: d) Portugal 13.What celestial event was witnessed by millions across Asia and Europe on the night of September 7-8, 2025? a) Partial solar eclipse b) Total lunar eclipse c) Meteor shower d) Supermoon Ans: b) Total lunar eclipse 14.What is Carlo Acutis primarily known for that earned him the nickname 'God's influencer'? a) His work as a diplomat b) His evangelizing online c) His charitable work with the poor d) His contributions to theology Ans: b) His evangelizing online 15.According to the WHO, the declaration that mpox is no longer a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC) followed a consistent decline in cases particularly in which region? a) North America b) Europe c) Africa d) South America Ans: c) Africa

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1.The total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a 'Blood Moon', visible across India, occurred on which dates in 2025? a) September 1st and 2nd b) September 7th and 8th c) August 25th and 26th d) October 10th and 11th Ans: b) September...

1.The total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a 'Blood Moon', visible across India, occurred on which dates in 2025? a) September 1st and 2nd b) September 7th and 8th c) August 25th and 26th d) October 10th and 11th Ans: b) September 7th and 8th 2.How long did the totality phase of the total lunar eclipse, visible from India in September 2025, last? a) 60 minutes b) 75 minutes c) 82 minutes d) 90 minutes Ans: c) 82 minutes 3.Which Indian sports team clinched its maiden gold medal at the World Archery Championships in Gwangju, Korea? a) Indian women's compound team b) Indian men's recurve team c) Indian men's compound team d) Indian mixed compound team Ans: c) Indian men's compound team 4.The Indian men's hockey team won the Asia Cup by defeating which country in the final? a) Japan b) Pakistan c) Malaysia d) Korea Ans: d) Korea 5.The recent victory of the Indian men's hockey team in the Asia Cup secured their spot in which upcoming major tournament? a) 2026 Commonwealth Games b) 2026 World Cup c) 2028 Olympic Games d) 2027 Asian Games Ans: b) 2026 World Cup 6.Which edition of India's Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting, held in September 2025, marked significant tax reforms? a) 50th b) 52nd c) 54th d) 56th Ans: d) 56th 7.The 'Angikaar 2025' campaign, launched by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), is aimed at accelerating the implementation of which scheme? a) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan b) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana c) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 d) Smart Cities Mission Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban 2.0 8.The 4th edition of SEMICON India 2025 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) New Delhi d) Gandhinagar Ans: c) New Delhi 9.The revised Suspension of Operations (SoO) pact in Manipur was signed between the Union Home Ministry, the Manipur government, and how many Kuki-Zo insurgent groups? a) 12 b) 18 c) 24 d) 30 Ans: c) 24 10.The first full span box girder for the bullet train corridor was successfully launched in which Indian district? a) Thane b) Surat c) Palghar d) Ahmedabad Ans: c) Palghar 11.Which institution topped the 'Overall Category' in the 10th edition of the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Rankings 2025 for the seventh consecutive year? a) IIT-Bombay b) IISc Bangalore c) IIT-Delhi d) IIT-Madras Ans: d) IIT-Madras 12.The total lunar eclipse visible in September 2025 was the longest total lunar eclipse visible from India since which year? a) 2018 b) 2020 c) 2022 d) 2024 Ans: c) 2022 13.Which of the following archers was part of the Indian compound men's team that won the maiden gold medal at the World Archery Championships in Gwangju, Korea? a) Abhishek Verma b) Rishabh Yadav c) Ojas Pravin Deotale d) Jyothi Surekha Vennam Ans: b) Rishabh Yadav

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1.What is the name of the new conclave that is replacing the Indian Science Congress (ISC)? a) Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR) b) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) c) Bharat's Hub for A...

1.What is the name of the new conclave that is replacing the Indian Science Congress (ISC)? a) Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap (TPCR) b) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) c) Bharat's Hub for Agritech, Resilience, Advancement and Incubation for Export Enablement (BHARATI) d) Project Jai Vigyan Ans: b) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2.When and where is the first edition of the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) scheduled to be held? a) November 2024, Bengaluru b) January 2025, Mumbai c) November 2025, New Delhi d) October 2025, Kolkata Ans: c) November 2025, New Delhi 3.Which government department is primarily organizing the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC)? a) Ministry of Education b) Department of Science and Technology (DST) c) Ministry of Defence d) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Ans: b) Department of Science and Technology (DST) 4.Which ministry has released the Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap 2025 (TPCR-2025)? a) Ministry of External Affairs b) Ministry of Defence c) Ministry of Home Affairs d) Ministry of Finance Ans: b) Ministry of Defence 5.What is the primary strategic aim of the Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap 2025 (TPCR-2025)? a) To promote space tourism in India b) To foster scientific temper in schools c) To enhance India's military preparedness and modernization d) To boost agri-food exports Ans: c) To enhance India's military preparedness and modernization 6.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a domain for operations in the TPCR-2025? a) Land b) Air c) Economic d) Cyber Ans: c) Economic 7.What are the names of the two initiatives launched by Chhattisgarh to foster scientific temper among students? a) Mission Pragati and Project Gyan b) Mission Antariksh and Project Jai Vigyan c) Mission Shiksha and Project Vigyan Jyoti d) Mission Udaan and Project Naya Bharat Ans: b) Mission Antariksh and Project Jai Vigyan 8.On which occasion were 'Mission Antariksh' and 'Project Jai Vigyan' launched in Chhattisgarh? a) Independence Day b) Republic Day c) Teachers' Day d) Children's Day Ans: c) Teachers' Day 9.Who is stated to have inspired the 'Mission Antariksh' and 'Project Jai Vigyan' initiatives in Chhattisgarh? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 10.Which organization launched the BHARATI initiative to boost agri-food exports? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) c) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) 11.What is India's ambitious goal for agri-food exports by 2030, which the BHARATI initiative aims to support? a) US$ 25 billion b) US$ 50 billion c) US$ 75 billion d) US$ 100 billion Ans: b) US$ 50 billion 12.When is the total lunar eclipse, referred to as a 'Blood Moon', expected to be visible across India? a) September 7-8, 2024 b) October 15-16, 2025 c) September 7-8, 2025 d) November 20-21, 2026 Ans: c) September 7-8, 2025 13.What is the approximate duration of totality expected for the total lunar eclipse visible in India? a) 30 minutes b) 60 minutes c) 82 minutes d) 120 minutes Ans: c) 82 minutes 14.Which of the following initiatives focuses on incubating agri-food and agri-tech startups for export readiness? a) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) b) Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap 2025 (TPCR-2025) c) BHARATI Initiative d) Mission Antariksh Ans: c) BHARATI Initiative 15.Which of the following is being replaced by a new forum, as mentioned in the provided text? a) Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) b) Indian Science Congress (ISC) c) Technology Perspective and Capability Roadmap 2025 (TPCR-2025) d) BHARATI Initiative Ans: b) Indian Science Congress (ISC)

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1.Who highlighted that the recent GST reforms and income tax relief could add ₹20 lakh crore to India's GDP? a) Dev Garg b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Union Finance Minister d) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ans: b) Ashwini Vaishnaw ...

1.Who highlighted that the recent GST reforms and income tax relief could add ₹20 lakh crore to India's GDP? a) Dev Garg b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Union Finance Minister d) Prime Minister Narendra Modi Ans: b) Ashwini Vaishnaw 2.What is the primary aim of the recent GST reforms and income tax relief measures, as highlighted by Ashwini Vaishnaw? a) To increase foreign direct investment b) To ease financial burden on households, particularly the middle class c) To boost exports to the USA d) To reduce government spending Ans: b) To ease financial burden on households, particularly the middle class 3.The 'GST 2.0' framework primarily involves the merging of which two GST slabs? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 18% c) 12% and 28% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 12% and 28% 4.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as benefiting from the 'GST 2.0' framework? a) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) b) Food sector c) Agricultural sector d) Software development sector Ans: d) Software development sector 5.What was the GST rate on cement reduced to from its previous rate as part of the reforms? a) 5% b) 12% c) 18% d) 28% Ans: c) 18% 6.What is the new GST registration time for exporters, reduced from the previous 30-40 days? a) 1 day b) 3 days c) 7 days d) 15 days Ans: b) 3 days 7.How quickly can exporters now receive provisional 90% GST refunds, significantly reduced from the previous 60-day period? a) Within 24 hours b) Within 3 days c) Within one week d) Within two weeks Ans: c) Within one week 8.What was India's GDP growth rate in the first quarter of FY25-26 (April-June 2025)? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 9.Which of the following factors contributed to India's strong GDP growth in Q1 FY25-26, according to the text? a) Increased Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) b) Decline in government spending c) Resilient domestic demand d) Reduced US trade tariffs Ans: c) Resilient domestic demand 10.What is the projected economic activity generated by the Ganesh Chaturthi festival in 2025? a) ₹20,000 crore b) ₹25,000 crore c) ₹35,000 crore d) ₹45,000 crore Ans: d) ₹45,000 crore 11.The reduction in GST on consumer goods like mixer-grinders, LED televisions, washing machines, and refrigerators is expected to directly benefit which initiative? a) Digital India b) Skill India c) Make in India d) Clean India Ans: c) Make in India 12.According to Dev Garg of the Indian Rice Exporters Federation, the reform is described as 'not just a tax reform, it is an ______ reform.' a) Social b) Cultural c) Political d) Economic Ans: d) Economic 13.From what date are the benefits of the GST reforms and income tax relief measures effective? a) August 15 b) September 22 c) October 1 d) January 1 Ans: b) September 22 14.What is one of the global challenges mentioned that could potentially impact Indian exports? a) Global pandemic b) US trade tariffs c) European economic slowdown d) Shortage of raw materials Ans: b) US trade tariffs 15.Which of the following metropolitan hubs is NOT explicitly mentioned as a major contributor to the Ganesh Chaturthi festive economy? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) Pune d) Hyderabad Ans: b) Bengaluru

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1.The total lunar eclipse, also known as a 'Blood Moon', discussed in the content, is expected to occur on which dates? a) September 7-8, 2024 b) August 7-8, 2025 c) September 7-8, 2025 d) October 7-8, 2025 Ans: c) September 7-8, 202...

1.The total lunar eclipse, also known as a 'Blood Moon', discussed in the content, is expected to occur on which dates? a) September 7-8, 2024 b) August 7-8, 2025 c) September 7-8, 2025 d) October 7-8, 2025 Ans: c) September 7-8, 2025 2.Which of the following continents is NOT mentioned as a region where the total lunar eclipse on September 7-8, 2025, will be widely visible? a) Asia b) North America c) Africa d) Europe Ans: b) North America 3.The 'Blood Moon' phenomenon, where the Moon turns a deep red hue during a total lunar eclipse, is attributed to which scientific principle? a) Doppler effect b) Photoelectric effect c) Rayleigh scattering d) Gravitational lensing Ans: c) Rayleigh scattering 4.What is the estimated duration of the total phase of the lunar eclipse scheduled for September 7-8, 2025, making it the longest of the year? a) Approximately 60 minutes b) Approximately 72 minutes c) Approximately 82 minutes d) Approximately 92 minutes Ans: c) Approximately 82 minutes 5.A total lunar eclipse occurs when: a) The Moon passes directly between the Earth and the Sun. b) The Earth passes directly between the Sun and the Moon. c) The Sun passes directly between the Earth and the Moon. d) The Moon is at its closest point to Earth (perigee). Ans: b) The Earth passes directly between the Sun and the Moon. 6.How much aid has the United Nations aid coordination office (OCHA) released to address urgent needs in Afghanistan following recent earthquakes? a) $5 million b) $10 million c) $15 million d) $20 million Ans: b) $10 million 7.UN human rights investigators have described the conflict in Sudan as a 'war of atrocities' lasting for approximately how long? a) Nearly 18 months b) Nearly 24 months c) Nearly 30 months d) Over 36 months Ans: c) Nearly 30 months 8.Which international organization has cautioned about an 'unthinkable' catastrophe underway in Gaza City due to escalating military operations? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) c) United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) d) World Food Programme (WFP) Ans: b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) 9.According to the UN human rights office, what vital assistance has been curtailed in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) due to sweeping funding cuts? a) Emergency medical supplies for cholera outbreaks b) Educational programs for displaced children c) Assistance for victims of sexual violence d) Agricultural support for drought-affected farmers Ans: c) Assistance for victims of sexual violence 10.In the ongoing conflict in Eastern Europe, Russia claimed to have gained control of four settlements in which regions over the past week? a) Kyiv and Lviv regions b) Kharkiv and Odesa regions c) Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions d) Zaporizhzhia and Kherson regions Ans: c) Donetsk and Dnipropetrovsk regions 11.What specific new travel restriction is the Trump administration reportedly considering imposing on Iranian diplomats during the upcoming UN General Assembly? a) Banning their entry into the United States entirely. b) Restricting their movement to a 5-mile radius around the UN headquarters. c) Barring them from shopping at certain stores without prior permission from the State Department. d) Requiring them to be accompanied by a US official at all times. Ans: c) Barring them from shopping at certain stores without prior permission from the State Department.

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1.When is the total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a "Blood Moon," mentioned in the article, expected to be visible across India? a) July 27, 2018 b) September 7-8, 2025 c) December 31, 2028 d) September 6, 2025 Ans: b) September ...

1.When is the total lunar eclipse, popularly known as a "Blood Moon," mentioned in the article, expected to be visible across India? a) July 27, 2018 b) September 7-8, 2025 c) December 31, 2028 d) September 6, 2025 Ans: b) September 7-8, 2025 2.What is the approximate duration of the total phase of the lunar eclipse mentioned in the article? a) 70 minutes b) 82 minutes c) 90 minutes d) 120 minutes Ans: b) 82 minutes 3.Prior to the September 7-8, 2025 event, when was the last time a total lunar eclipse was observable from all parts of India? a) July 27, 2018 b) December 31, 2028 c) September 7, 2024 d) August 15, 2019 Ans: a) July 27, 2018 4.The total lunar eclipse of September 7-8, 2025, coincides with which significant Hindu calendar events, as per the article? a) Diwali and Navratri b) Holi and Raksha Bandhan c) Purnima and Pitru Paksha d) Makar Sankranti and Baisakhi Ans: c) Purnima and Pitru Paksha 5.When is the next nationwide visible total lunar eclipse expected in India after the September 7-8, 2025 event? a) September 7, 2026 b) July 27, 2027 c) December 31, 2028 d) January 1, 2029 Ans: c) December 31, 2028 6.Who did Aryna Sabalenka defeat to win her second consecutive U.S. Open title? a) Serena Williams b) Iga Swiatek c) Amanda Anisimova d) Elena Rybakina Ans: c) Amanda Anisimova 7.How many Grand Slam titles has Aryna Sabalenka won, including her recent U.S. Open victory? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: c) Four 8.Aryna Sabalenka is the first woman since which player to win back-to-back U.S. Open titles? a) Venus Williams b) Maria Sharapova c) Serena Williams d) Martina Navratilova Ans: c) Serena Williams 9.Which Grand Slam tournament did Aryna Sabalenka recently win for the second consecutive time? a) Australian Open b) French Open c) Wimbledon d) U.S. Open Ans: d) U.S. Open 10.According to the Canadian government report '2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Canada,' which two Khalistani extremist groups were identified as receiving financial support from Canada? a) Sikh for Justice and Khalistan Commando Force b) Babbar Khalsa International and International Sikh Youth Federation c) Dal Khalsa and Khalistan Liberation Force d) World Sikh Organization and Akhand Kirtani Jatha Ans: b) Babbar Khalsa International and International Sikh Youth Federation 11.What is the title of the Canadian government report that alleged financial support for Khalistani extremist groups? a) 2025 Report on Foreign Interference in Canada b) 2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Canada c) 2025 National Security Threat Assessment d) 2025 Review of Extremist Funding in Canada Ans: b) 2025 Assessment of Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing Risks in Canada 12.In which Assembly constituency of Karnataka was an alleged voter fraud involving the deletion of votes reported? a) Kalaburagi b) Aland c) Bidar d) Mysuru Ans: b) Aland 13.What specific document was allegedly forged in the Karnataka voter fraud case to delete votes? a) Form 6 b) Form 7 c) Form 8 d) Form 9 Ans: b) Form 7 14.Which body's crucial technical data is reportedly holding up the investigation into the Karnataka voter fraud case? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) c) Election Commission of India (ECI) d) Karnataka State Election Commission Ans: c) Election Commission of India (ECI) 15.Which political party, buoyed by Rahul Gandhi's 'Voter Adhikar Yatra', intends to contest a greater number of seats in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections? a) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) b) Janata Dal (United) c) Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) d) Congress Ans: d) Congress 16.How many seats is the Congress party aiming to contest at minimum in the upcoming Bihar Assembly elections, according to the article? a) 70 b) 80 c) 90 d) 100 Ans: c) 90

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1.India's first domestically produced semiconductor chips were developed under initiatives spearheaded by which of the following? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) c) Ministry of Sci...

1.India's first domestically produced semiconductor chips were developed under initiatives spearheaded by which of the following? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) c) Ministry of Science and Technology d) Ministry of Commerce and Industry Ans: b) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) 2.What is the name of the mission supporting India's semiconductor development, which recently concluded its SEMICON India 2025 event? a) Digital India Mission b) Make in India Mission c) India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) d) Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 3.As part of its initiative to support India's technology ecosystem, how many hours of free access to its Developer Cloud did AMD announce for Indian researchers and startups? a) 10,000 hours b) 50,000 hours c) 100,000 hours d) 200,000 hours Ans: c) 100,000 hours 4.Over the next three years, how many STEM graduates does AMD commit to training in AI and GPU programming in India? a) 50,000 b) 75,000 c) 100,000 d) 150,000 Ans: c) 100,000 5.India ranks ______ worldwide in startup funding, with a distinct emphasis on deep tech, AI, and R&D. a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 6.What is the allocated fund for the new Research, Development, and Innovation initiative mentioned in the text? a) ₹10,300 crore b) ₹20,000 crore c) ₹5,000 crore d) ₹15,000 crore Ans: b) ₹20,000 crore 7.The IndiaAI Mission includes a pillar for ethical AI governance. What is the name of the upcoming AI platform where Responsible Artificial Intelligence (RAI) solutions will be rolled out? a) AISeva b) AIKosh c) AIDarpan d) AINiti Ans: b) AIKosh 8.Approximately how many firms, both private and public, are now manufacturing drones and associated equipment in India, contributing to the 'silent drone revolution'? a) Less than 100 b) Around 300 c) Over 600 d) Over 1000 Ans: c) Over 600 9.Which government initiative has played a crucial role in stimulating the growth of India's domestic drone industry? a) Startup India Initiative b) Digital India Programme c) Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme d) Smart Cities Mission Ans: c) Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme 10.What is the name of India's maiden stealth-armed uncrewed platform being developed by DRDO? a) Lakshya b) Ghatak c) Nishant d) Rustom Ans: b) Ghatak 11.What is the approximate percentage of GDP that India's R&D funding has been stagnant at, as highlighted in government assessments? a) 0.1-0.2% b) 0.3-0.4% c) 0.6-0.7% d) 1.0-1.1% Ans: c) 0.6-0.7% 12.Which Indian state's Council on Science and Technology (GUJCOST) is organizing special sky-watching sessions for a Total Lunar Eclipse on September 7-8? a) Chhattisgarh b) Gujarat c) Rajasthan d) Maharashtra Ans: b) Gujarat 13.Which of the following technological advancements is NOT explicitly mentioned as a key area of focus for India's future growth in the provided text? a) Artificial Intelligence (AI) b) Deep Tech c) Quantum Computing d) Research and Development (R&D) Ans: c) Quantum Computing 14.The SEMICON India 2025 event, associated with the India Semiconductor Mission, was recently concluded on which dates? a) August 15-17 b) September 2-4 c) October 10-12 d) November 5-7 Ans: b) September 2-4 15.The IndiaAI Mission has allocated ₹10,300 crore for which specific purpose? a) Boosting private-sector research b) Fostering emerging technologies c) Both A and B d) Setting up AIKosh platform Ans: c) Both A and B

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1.India is set to transition to a new simplified two-slab GST structure. What are the rates of this new structure? a) 12% and 28% b) 5% and 18% c) 7% and 20% d) 10% and 25% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.From which date is India's maj...

1.India is set to transition to a new simplified two-slab GST structure. What are the rates of this new structure? a) 12% and 28% b) 5% and 18% c) 7% and 20% d) 10% and 25% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.From which date is India's major GST reform, transitioning to a two-slab structure, scheduled to be implemented? a) August 27, 2025 b) September 10, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) August 29, 2025 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 3.Which of the following items, as per the new GST reform, will be brought under the 5% category or exempted, making them cheaper? a) Luxury cars and electronics b) Milk, paneer, and hair oil c) High-end hotel services d) Imported goods Ans: b) Milk, paneer, and hair oil 4.What is the new GST rate for hotel rooms priced up to Rs 7,500 per night, aimed at boosting the hospitality sector? a) 12% b) 18% c) 5% d) 28% Ans: c) 5% 5.The US imposed new 50% punitive tariffs on Indian imports effective from which date? a) September 22, 2025 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 10, 2025 d) August 29, 2025 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 6.The new US punitive tariffs on Indian imports are reportedly linked to which specific action by India? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's intellectual property policies c) India's continued purchase of Russian oil d) India's stance on climate change Ans: c) India's continued purchase of Russian oil 7.Which Indian sectors, particularly MSMEs, are most severely affected by the new US tariffs according to the report? a) Pharmaceuticals and IT services b) Automobile and heavy industries c) Textile, garment, and jewelry sectors d) Agriculture and food processing Ans: c) Textile, garment, and jewelry sectors 8.What was India's Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August 2025, marking its fastest growth in 15 years? a) 50.1 b) 62.9 c) 55.0 d) 7.8 Ans: b) 62.9 9.India's GDP growth in Q1 FY26 was reaffirmed at what percentage, as per the economic indicators? a) 5.5% b) 6.8% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 10.To what record low did the Indian rupee plunge against the US dollar amidst tariff fears and foreign fund outflows? a) Rs 75.50 b) Rs 80.00 c) Rs 85.15 d) Rs 88.27 Ans: d) Rs 88.27 11.By when does the Niti Aayog project India to achieve self-sufficiency in pulses? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2047 Ans: a) 2030 12.Which company announced price cuts of up to Rs 1.55 lakh across various models, passing on the benefits of the new GST rates to customers? a) Mahindra & Mahindra b) Tata Motors c) Maruti Suzuki d) Hyundai India Ans: b) Tata Motors 13.Which aerospace company is increasing its stake to take majority control of Dassault Reliance Aerospace? a) Boeing b) Airbus c) Lockheed Martin d) Dassault Aviation Ans: d) Dassault Aviation 14.According to Union Textile Minister Giriraj Singh, what has the potential to significantly boost exports and promote new-age fashion? a) Silk production b) Synthetic fabrics c) Jute-fibre blends d) Cotton cultivation Ans: c) Jute-fibre blends 15.India's forex reserves saw an increase to what amount in the week ending August 29? a) $650.0 billion b) $675.5 billion c) $694.2 billion d) $700.0 billion Ans: c) $694.2 billion

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1.What percentage of Gaza City has the Israeli military announced it controls? a) 25% b) 40% c) 50% d) 60% Ans: b) 40% 2.Which U.S. President signed an executive order renaming the Department of Defense to the 'Department of...

1.What percentage of Gaza City has the Israeli military announced it controls? a) 25% b) 40% c) 50% d) 60% Ans: b) 40% 2.Which U.S. President signed an executive order renaming the Department of Defense to the 'Department of War'? a) Joe Biden b) Barack Obama c) Donald Trump d) George W. Bush Ans: c) Donald Trump 3.What was Russia's stance regarding the presence of foreign troops as security guarantees for Ukraine? a) They welcomed it. b) They remained neutral. c) They rejected it. d) They requested more information. Ans: c) They rejected it. 4.What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit Afghanistan on September 5th? a) 4.5 b) 5.0 c) 5.5 d) 6.0 Ans: b) 5.0 5.Which major highway in Canada remains closed due to wildfires? a) Trans-Canada Highway b) Coquihalla Highway c) Yellowhead Highway d) Sea-to-Sky Highway Ans: b) Coquihalla Highway 6.Which country's Prime Minister recently concluded a three-day official visit to India to solidify the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership? a) Malaysia b) Indonesia c) Vietnam d) Singapore Ans: d) Singapore 7.How many Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) were signed during the recent visit of Singaporean Prime Minister Lawrence Wong to India? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Six Ans: c) Five 8.Which port in India is home to the recently inaugurated Phase-II of the PSA Mumbai Terminal, now India's largest container terminal? a) Chennai Port b) Mundra Port c) JN Port, Navi Mumbai d) Visakhapatnam Port Ans: c) JN Port, Navi Mumbai 9.What percentage of tariffs has President Trump imposed on Indian exports like textiles, gems, and jewelry? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 10.What significant scientific breakthrough has India achieved, aiming to transition from an import-dependent to an export-dominating nation in specialty fertilizers? a) Development of indigenous nano-fertilizers b) First indigenous water-soluble fertilizer technology c) Breakthrough in organic pesticide production d) New method for biofuel synthesis Ans: b) First indigenous water-soluble fertilizer technology 11.When is the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) under the National Pension System (NPS) for central government employees set to become effective? a) April 1, 2024 b) September 1, 2024 c) April 1, 2025 d) September 1, 2025 Ans: c) April 1, 2025 12.What new system for silver jewelry was introduced on September 1, 2025, to enhance purity verification? a) Mandatory BIS certification b) Voluntary HUID-based hallmarking c) Digital purity ledger system d) Government-issued purity certificates Ans: b) Voluntary HUID-based hallmarking 13.Which river's fury washed away iron fencing along the Indo-Pak frontier in India's Punjab region? a) Sutlej River b) Beas River c) Ravi River d) Jhelum River Ans: c) Ravi River 14.What environmental condition is causing smaller yields for farmers in New Brunswick, Canada? a) Excessive rainfall b) Severe hailstorms c) Ongoing drought conditions d) Early frost Ans: c) Ongoing drought conditions 15.Approximately how many lives had been claimed by earlier powerful aftershocks in Afghanistan before the September 5th earthquake? a) 1,500 b) 2,200 c) 2,500 d) 3,000 Ans: b) 2,200

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1.Which two Indian states are primarily grappling with severe flood conditions as mentioned in the news? a) Punjab and Haryana b) Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand c) Punjab and Himachal Pradesh d) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar Ans: c) Punj...

1.Which two Indian states are primarily grappling with severe flood conditions as mentioned in the news? a) Punjab and Haryana b) Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand c) Punjab and Himachal Pradesh d) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar Ans: c) Punjab and Himachal Pradesh 2.The severe flood conditions in Punjab's border belt are primarily attributed to the fury of which river? a) Sutlej b) Beas c) Chenab d) Ravi Ans: d) Ravi 3.Approximately how much iron fencing along the Indo-Pak frontier was washed away due to the floods in Punjab? a) 10 km b) 20 km c) 30 km d) 40 km Ans: c) 30 km 4.In Himachal Pradesh, which organization successfully evacuated 350 Manimahesh pilgrims affected by the floods? a) Indian Army b) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) c) Indian Air Force (IAF) d) Border Security Force (BSF) Ans: c) Indian Air Force (IAF) 5.Pakistan's Foreign Minister claimed India's release of floodwaters violated which international treaty? a) Tashkent Declaration b) Shimla Agreement c) Indus Waters Treaty d) Lahore Declaration Ans: c) Indus Waters Treaty 6.Who is the Foreign Minister of Pakistan mentioned in the context of India releasing floodwaters without prior information? a) Shah Mehmood Qureshi b) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari c) Khawaja Asif d) Hina Rabbani Khar Ans: b) Bilawal Bhutto Zardari 7.What was India's stance regarding continued purchases of Russian oil, as stated by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) Will reduce purchases b) Will halt purchases c) Will undoubtedly continue purchases d) Will review purchases based on US tariffs Ans: c) Will undoubtedly continue purchases 8.Who is India's Finance Minister who confirmed the nation's continued purchase of Russian oil amidst US tariff warnings? a) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar b) Rajnath Singh c) Nirmala Sitharaman d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Nirmala Sitharaman 9.Which US President issued tariff warnings concerning India's continued purchase of Russian oil? a) Joe Biden b) Barack Obama c) Donald Trump d) George W. Bush Ans: c) Donald Trump 10.To help Indian exporters manage the impact of new US tariffs, what internal reform was hinted at by the Finance Minister? a) Adjustments to Income Tax b) Reforms in import duties c) Adjustments to Goods and Services Tax (GST) d) Liberalization of foreign investment Ans: c) Adjustments to Goods and Services Tax (GST) 11.Mumbai was placed on high alert due to a security threat involving what? a) Drone attacks b) Cyber warfare c) 'human bombs' d) Naval blockades Ans: c) 'human bombs' 12.How many teachers were honored by President Droupadi Murmu with the National Teacher Awards? a) 35 b) 40 c) 45 d) 50 Ans: c) 45 13.Which city saw the delivery of the first Model Y electric vehicle by Elon Musk's Tesla in India? a) New Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 14.Against which Bollywood personality and their spouse was a lookout circular issued in connection with a ₹60 crore cheating case? a) Deepika Padukone and Ranveer Singh b) Priyanka Chopra and Nick Jonas c) Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra d) Anushka Sharma and Virat Kohli Ans: c) Shilpa Shetty and Raj Kundra

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1.What was the primary objective of ICMR's 'Medical Innovations – Patent Mitra' program at the India MedTech Expo 2025? a) To secure international patents for Indian medical devices. b) To facilitate the transfer of publicly funded i...

1.What was the primary objective of ICMR's 'Medical Innovations – Patent Mitra' program at the India MedTech Expo 2025? a) To secure international patents for Indian medical devices. b) To facilitate the transfer of publicly funded innovations to industry for widespread access. c) To establish new research laboratories for medical technology development. d) To provide financial grants directly to medical startups. Ans: b) To facilitate the transfer of publicly funded innovations to industry for widespread access. 2.Which organization licensed nine cutting-edge health technologies at the India MedTech Expo 2025? a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) b) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) d) Department of Biotechnology (DBT) Ans: c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) 3.Which of the following infectious diseases was NOT explicitly mentioned as having a diagnostic technology licensed by ICMR at the India MedTech Expo 2025? a) Nipah b) Monkeypox c) Tuberculosis d) Dengue Ans: c) Tuberculosis 4.Besides diagnostics, what other significant health technologies were part of ICMR's licensing deals at the MedTech Expo 2025? a) Advanced surgical robots and prosthetics. b) Multistage malaria vaccine and novel Shigella and Salmonella vaccines. c) Gene therapy treatments for genetic disorders. d) AI-powered drug discovery platforms. Ans: b) Multistage malaria vaccine and novel Shigella and Salmonella vaccines. 5.At which event did Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasize the critical role of startups and IP creation in advancing India's semiconductor industry? a) India Tech Summit 2025 b) Semicon India 2025 c) Digital India Expo 2025 d) Make in India Conference 2025 Ans: b) Semicon India 2025 6.What significant milestone related to semiconductor manufacturing was highlighted by PM Modi during Semicon India 2025? a) Inauguration of India's largest semiconductor fabrication plant. b) Receipt of the first set of "Made-in-India" chips from a pilot production line. c) Announcement of a new national policy for semiconductor exports. d) Launch of a global partnership for semiconductor research. Ans: b) Receipt of the first set of "Made-in-India" chips from a pilot production line. 7.Researchers from which Indian institution, in collaboration with Australia's Monash University, developed an advanced traffic control framework? a) IIT-Delhi b) IIT-Madras c) IIT-Bombay d) IIT-Kanpur Ans: c) IIT-Bombay 8.What is the primary aim of the computationally efficient mathematical framework developed by IIT-Bombay and Monash University? a) To design new types of autonomous vehicles. b) To accelerate the design of next-generation intelligent traffic systems. c) To predict future traffic patterns with 100% accuracy. d) To develop new materials for road construction. Ans: b) To accelerate the design of next-generation intelligent traffic systems. 9.Indian scientists recently discovered a significant role for which protein as a mechanical chaperone, protecting cells from stress? a) p53 b) p47 c) p21 d) p16 Ans: b) p47 10.The discovery of protein p47's role as a mechanical chaperone could potentially open new avenues for treating diseases where protein stability under physical strain is compromised, such as: a) Diabetes and hypertension. b) Cancer and Alzheimer's disease. c) Heart muscle disorders and laminopathies. d) Autoimmune diseases and allergies. Ans: c) Heart muscle disorders and laminopathies. 11.Which Pune-based global biotech company, a subsidiary of Alkem Laboratories, Ltd., inaugurated a $50 million biopharmaceutical plant in the USA? a) Biocon b) Serum Institute of India c) Enzene Biosciences d) Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ans: c) Enzene Biosciences 12.Where in the USA did Enzene Biosciences inaugurate its new state-of-the-art biopharmaceutical manufacturing plant? a) Silicon Valley, California b) Research Triangle Park, North Carolina c) Princeton West Innovation Campus, Hopewell d) Boston Biomedical Cluster, Massachusetts Ans: c) Princeton West Innovation Campus, Hopewell 13.India is exploring possibilities for co-developing technologies in the defence sector with which other country? a) Japan b) South Korea c) Singapore d) France Ans: c) Singapore 14.The agreement to explore cooperation in the defence technology space between India and Singapore was highlighted during the official visit of which dignitary to India? a) Singapore President Halimah Yacob b) Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong c) Singapore Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen d) Singapore Foreign Minister Vivian Balakrishnan Ans: b) Singapore Prime Minister Lawrence Wong

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1.When are the announced GST reforms, termed 'GST 2.0', set to come into effect? a) September 22, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 2.The GST Council approved a simpl...

1.When are the announced GST reforms, termed 'GST 2.0', set to come into effect? a) September 22, 2024 b) October 1, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 2.The GST Council approved a simplification of India's four-tier GST system into a more streamlined two-slab structure. What are the primary rates in this new structure? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 18% c) 5% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 3.According to the reforms, what is the new GST rate for goods like toothpaste and shampoo? a) 18% b) 12% c) 5% d) 28% Ans: c) 5% 4.What is the revised GST rate for items such as small cars, air conditioners, and televisions? a) 5% b) 12% c) 18% d) 28% Ans: c) 18% 5.Which category of goods has been subjected to a new, higher 40% tax rate under the GST overhaul? a) Essential goods and services b) Luxury and sin goods c) Agricultural products d) Pharmaceuticals and healthcare Ans: b) Luxury and sin goods 6.What is a primary economic objective of these GST reforms, as stated by Minister Piyush Goyal, particularly in the context of recent global trade actions? a) To increase India's export competitiveness b) To neutralize the adverse impact of US tariffs by boosting domestic demand c) To reduce the national debt d) To attract foreign direct investment (FDI) Ans: b) To neutralize the adverse impact of US tariffs by boosting domestic demand 7.Economists project what boost to India's GDP growth over 12 months due to these GST rationalizations? a) Up to 10 basis points (bps) b) Up to 30 basis points (bps) c) Up to 60 basis points (bps) d) Up to 100 basis points (bps) Ans: c) Up to 60 basis points (bps) 8.What reduction in retail inflation is anticipated over a full year as a result of the GST reforms? a) Nearly 10 bps b) Nearly 50 bps c) Nearly 100 bps d) Nearly 200 bps Ans: c) Nearly 100 bps 9.What significant change was announced regarding GST on health and life insurance premiums from September 22? a) A 5% increase b) A 10% reduction c) Complete exemption d) Introduction of a new 12% slab Ans: c) Complete exemption 10.Which Indian state expressed concerns over significant annual revenue losses due to the GST rate reductions and called for central government intervention? a) Maharashtra b) Uttar Pradesh c) Kerala d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Kerala 11.What was India's Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August 2025, reaching its fastest growth in 15 years? a) 50.1 b) 55.5 c) 62.9 d) 68.0 Ans: c) 62.9 12.What was India's GDP growth for the April-June 2025 quarter? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 13.Coal India Ltd. is diversifying its portfolio by seeking bids for renewable projects. What is its target for total renewable energy capacity by March 2030? a) 5 gigawatts b) 9.5 gigawatts c) 15 gigawatts d) 20 gigawatts Ans: b) 9.5 gigawatts 14.Which of the following industry bodies welcomed the GST reforms, anticipating improved compliance and reduced classification disputes? a) NASSCOM and ASSOCHAM b) SEBI and IRDAI c) FICCI and CII d) RBI and SBI Ans: c) FICCI and CII 15.Which of these items is NOT explicitly mentioned as being subject to the new higher 40% GST rate for 'super luxury' and 'sin' goods? a) Cigarettes b) Cars with engine capacity exceeding 1,500 cubic centimeters c) Carbonated beverages d) Imported electronics Ans: d) Imported electronics

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1.According to the provided content, which international organization described the conditions in Gaza City as 'unthinkable'? a) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) b) World Health Organization (WHO) c) United Nations Children's F...

1.According to the provided content, which international organization described the conditions in Gaza City as 'unthinkable'? a) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) b) World Health Organization (WHO) c) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) d) International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) Ans: c) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) 2.What was Hamas's offer, which Israeli leaders reportedly dismissed, according to the news? a) A ceasefire for 72 hours b) Release of remaining hostages in exchange for an end to the assault c) Withdrawal of Israeli forces from Gaza City d) International mediation for peace talks Ans: b) Release of remaining hostages in exchange for an end to the assault 3.Which two prominent global leaders, besides Chinese President Xi Jinping, were notably in attendance at China's grand military parade? a) German Chancellor Olaf Scholz and French President Emmanuel Macron b) Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un c) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida d) U.S. President Joe Biden and UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Ans: b) Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un 4.During the Chinese military parade, what unusual topics were reportedly discussed between Chinese President Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin? a) Space exploration and asteroid mining b) Renewable energy and climate change c) Immortality and organ transplants d) Global economic reforms and trade agreements Ans: c) Immortality and organ transplants 5.What is the full form of the BBNJ treaty, which is nearing full ratification? a) Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdictions Treaty b) Biological Borders for New Jurisdictions Agreement c) Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction d) Blue Biodiversity Nexus Joint Treaty Ans: c) Agreement on Marine Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction 6.How many ratifications are required for the BBNJ treaty to become legally binding, after which it will take effect in 120 days? a) 30 b) 45 c) 60 d) 75 Ans: c) 60 7.When did India sign the BBNJ agreement, signaling its commitment to marine conservation? a) 2022 b) 2023 c) 2024 d) 2025 Ans: c) 2024 8.The Joint Credit Mechanism (JCM) signed between India and Japan falls under which article of the Paris Agreement? a) Article 4.1 b) Article 6.2 c) Article 8.3 d) Article 10.4 Ans: b) Article 6.2 9.What are the primary aims of the Joint Credit Mechanism (JCM) signed between India and Japan? a) To enhance military cooperation and intelligence sharing b) To strengthen carbon trading, drive green investments, and promote sustainable innovation c) To facilitate cultural exchange programs and tourism d) To establish a joint space exploration mission Ans: b) To strengthen carbon trading, drive green investments, and promote sustainable innovation 10.Which country issued a warning to Israel, stating that any annexation of West Bank territory would be a 'red line' and jeopardize the Abraham Accords? a) Saudi Arabia b) Egypt c) United Arab Emirates (UAE) d) Jordan Ans: c) United Arab Emirates (UAE) 11.What existing diplomatic agreements would be jeopardized, according to the UAE, if Israel were to annex West Bank territory? a) Oslo Accords b) Camp David Accords c) Abraham Accords d) Wye River Memorandum Ans: c) Abraham Accords 12.In which European capital did a funicular derailment tragically claim 16 lives? a) Madrid, Spain b) Rome, Italy c) Lisbon, Portugal d) Athens, Greece Ans: c) Lisbon, Portugal

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1.Which of the following Indian states/UTs was NOT explicitly mentioned as being severely affected by the recent heavy rainfall and flooding in Northern India? a) Punjab b) Himachal Pradesh c) Delhi d) Rajasthan Ans: d) Rajasthan
1.Which of the following Indian states/UTs was NOT explicitly mentioned as being severely affected by the recent heavy rainfall and flooding in Northern India? a) Punjab b) Himachal Pradesh c) Delhi d) Rajasthan Ans: d) Rajasthan 2.Which river in Delhi crossed the danger mark, leading to widespread inundation during the recent floods in Northern India? a) Ganges River b) Yamuna River c) Sutlej River d) Beas River Ans: b) Yamuna River 3.How many lives were reported lost in Punjab due to the recent severe floods, as per the provided content? a) At least 25 b) At least 37 c) At least 45 d) At least 50 Ans: b) At least 37 4.Which national force is conducting relief operations and deploying boats for aid in flood-affected Punjab? a) State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) b) Border Security Force (BSF) c) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) d) Indian Army Ans: c) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) 5.India's release of water from which river prompted flood alerts in Pakistan? a) Indus River b) Chenab River c) Sutlej River d) Ravi River Ans: c) Sutlej River 6.Coal India Ltd. (CIL) has sought bids for the construction of 5 GW of renewable energy projects. What is the breakdown of solar and wind capacity in this bid? a) 2 GW solar and 3 GW wind b) 3 GW solar and 2 GW wind c) 2.5 GW solar and 2.5 GW wind d) 4 GW solar and 1 GW wind Ans: b) 3 GW solar and 2 GW wind 7.What is Coal India Ltd.'s ambitious target for total renewable energy capacity installation by March 2030? a) 5 GW b) 7.5 GW c) 9.5 GW d) 12 GW Ans: c) 9.5 GW 8.From which Hindu festival will the new GST rates be implemented, as announced following Prime Minister Modi's remarks? a) Diwali b) Holi c) Navratri d) Dussehra Ans: c) Navratri 9.The public holiday for Eid-e-Milad in Maharashtra, initially scheduled for September 5, 2025, has been rescheduled to which date? a) September 6, 2025 b) September 7, 2025 c) September 8, 2025 d) September 9, 2025 Ans: c) September 8, 2025 10.Which institution announced the change in the public holiday schedule for Maharashtra regarding Eid-e-Milad? a) Ministry of Finance b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Ans: b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) 11.Which educational institution is set to host the Indian Academic Makerspaces Summit (IAMS) 2025? a) IIT-Delhi b) IIT-Bombay c) IIT-Gandhinagar d) IIT-Madras Ans: c) IIT-Gandhinagar 12.What specific type of chip was showcased by Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Technology (VESIT) at Semicon India 2025? a) Microprocessor Unit (MPU) b) Graphics Processing Unit (GPU) c) Programmable Gain Amplifier (PGA) IC chip d) Memory Controller Unit (MCU) Ans: c) Programmable Gain Amplifier (PGA) IC chip 13.Former Indian cricketer Shikhar Dhawan has been summoned by the Enforcement Directorate (ED) in connection with an investigation into which type of case? a) Tax evasion b) Illegal betting app-linked money laundering c) Drug trafficking d) Bank fraud Ans: b) Illegal betting app-linked money laundering

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1.Which of the following is a key component of ISRO's Vision 2047 for revolutionizing space access? a) Development of a reusable single-stage-to-orbit vehicle b) Establishment of a permanent lunar base by 2030 c) Development of a hyp...

1.Which of the following is a key component of ISRO's Vision 2047 for revolutionizing space access? a) Development of a reusable single-stage-to-orbit vehicle b) Establishment of a permanent lunar base by 2030 c) Development of a hypersonic transport platform d) Launch of a manned mission to Mars by 2045 Ans: c) Development of a hypersonic transport platform 2.By which year does ISRO aim to establish the Bharatiya Antariksha Station? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2047 Ans: b) 2035 3.What is the deadline for submitting proposals under ISRO's Announcement of Opportunity (AO) for Chandrayaan-3 data analysis? a) October 21, 2024 b) November 15, 2024 c) October 21, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: c) October 21, 2025 4.The future Chandrayaan-5 mission involves a significant partnership between India and which other country? a) United States b) Russia c) France d) Japan Ans: d) Japan 5.In the context of the Chandrayaan-5 mission, which agency will provide the launch vehicle (H3 rocket)? a) ISRO b) JAXA c) NASA d) Roscosmos Ans: b) JAXA 6.The 'Made in India' Vikram 32-bit Processor Launch Vehicle Grade chip was designed and developed by which ISRO centers? a) UR Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) and Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) b) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL), Chandigarh c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) and National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) d) Space Applications Centre (SAC) and Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS) Ans: b) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL), Chandigarh 7.How many years of intensive research led to India's first indigenous water-soluble fertilizer technology? a) Five years b) Seven years c) Ten years d) Twelve years Ans: b) Seven years 8.Which Union Minister emphasized the need for a balanced regulatory approach for AI development in India? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) S. Jaishankar c) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia 9.Which major AI player is reportedly considering building one of its largest AI data centers in India, aligning with the IndiaAI Mission? a) Google DeepMind b) Microsoft AI c) OpenAI d) IBM Watson Ans: c) OpenAI 10.The $1.2 billion IndiaAI Mission primarily aims to develop what? a) Quantum computing infrastructure b) Autonomous drone technology c) Language models tailored to Indian contexts and languages d) Robotics for manufacturing industries Ans: c) Language models tailored to Indian contexts and languages 11.Which Indian AI startup is mentioned for revolutionizing potato supply chain efficiency through optical sorting solutions? a) Qure.ai b) Sarvam AI c) Agrograde d) Tech Mahindra Ans: c) Agrograde 12.According to the content, which report highlighted AI's potential to transform road infrastructure by enabling roads to detect distress and predict failures? a) World Bank Report 2025 b) KPMG's 2025 report c) NITI Aayog's AI Strategy d) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Annual Report Ans: b) KPMG's 2025 report 13.India is testing the installation of battery storage systems at some coal power plants primarily to achieve what? a) Reduce carbon emissions from coal plants b) Increase the overall power generation capacity c) Balance the grid and manage fluctuations from solar power d) Provide backup power during grid failures Ans: c) Balance the grid and manage fluctuations from solar power

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1.What is the new simplified two-tier GST tax structure approved by the GST Council? a) 5% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.When are the new GST changes, including the simplified tax s...

1.What is the new simplified two-tier GST tax structure approved by the GST Council? a) 5% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.When are the new GST changes, including the simplified tax structure and new slabs, slated to take effect? a) August 15 b) September 1 c) September 22 d) October 1 Ans: c) September 22 3.What new GST slab has been introduced specifically for 'sin goods' and luxury items? a) 28% b) 35% c) 40% d) 45% Ans: c) 40% 4.Which of the following items will now be exempt from GST under the new reforms? a) Small cars b) Luxury items c) Individual life and health insurance policies d) Tractor parts Ans: c) Individual life and health insurance policies 5.What is the new GST rate for small cars (less than four meters in length with specific engine capacities) after the recent reforms? a) 5% b) 12% c) 18% d) 28% Ans: c) 18% 6.The GST on tractor tyres, parts, and tractors has been slashed to what percentage under the new reforms? a) 5% b) 12% c) 18% d) 28% Ans: a) 5% 7.What was India's GDP growth rate in the first quarter of FY26 (April-June)? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 8.Which international agency recently upgraded India's sovereign rating after 18 years? a) Moody's b) Fitch Ratings c) S&P Global d) IMF Ans: c) S&P Global 9.What was the HSBC India Services Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August, indicating a 15-year high for the services sector? a) 50.5 b) 60.5 c) 62.9 d) 63.2 Ans: c) 62.9 10.The Composite PMI, combining services and manufacturing sectors, reached a 17-year high in August. What was its value? a) 60.5 b) 62.9 c) 63.2 d) 65.0 Ans: c) 63.2 11.Which of the following countries is NOT a part of the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) with whom India has forged a new FTA? a) Iceland b) Liechtenstein c) Sweden d) Switzerland Ans: c) Sweden 12.What is the investment commitment from the EFTA bloc to India over 15 years as part of the new Free Trade Agreement? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $100 billion d) $150 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 13.Who is the current Commerce Minister mentioned as expressing optimism about concluding a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) with the US by November? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar d) Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 14.With which country is India bolstering economic ties, focusing on smart city development and high-tech manufacturing, notably in Gujarat's Dholera Smart City? a) South Korea b) Germany c) Japan d) France Ans: c) Japan 15.Who leads the GST Council, which approved the recent GST framework overhaul? a) The Prime Minister b) The Union Finance Minister c) The RBI Governor d) The Commerce Minister Ans: b) The Union Finance Minister

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1.Which three leaders convened in Beijing on September 3, 2025, for a summit commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II? a) Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Joe Biden b) Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Kim Jong-un c) Xi Jin...

1.Which three leaders convened in Beijing on September 3, 2025, for a summit commemorating the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II? a) Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Joe Biden b) Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Kim Jong-un c) Xi Jinping, Kim Jong-un, Emmanuel Macron d) Joe Biden, Vladimir Putin, Kim Jong-un Ans: b) Vladimir Putin, Xi Jinping, Kim Jong-un 2.What significant military development was unveiled by China for the first time during the Beijing summit on September 3, 2025? a) A new generation of stealth fighter jets b) Its indigenously developed aircraft carrier c) Nuclear-capable missiles d) Advanced anti-satellite weaponry Ans: c) Nuclear-capable missiles 3.During the Beijing summit, which leader was specifically thanked by Russian President Vladimir Putin for their country's contribution of troops to the conflict in Ukraine? a) Chinese President Xi Jinping b) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un c) Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi d) Syrian President Bashar al-Assad Ans: b) North Korean leader Kim Jong-un 4.According to reports on the humanitarian crisis in Gaza, how many Palestinians were reported killed in Gaza in one day, including those seeking food? a) 80 b) 95 c) 113 d) 150 Ans: c) 113 5.An Israeli drone strike was reported to have killed several children in Alawasi, Gaza. What were these children doing when the strike occurred? a) Attending school b) Playing in a park c) In line for water d) Fleeing the city Ans: c) In line for water 6.What major concern is mounting regarding Israel's actions in Gaza City, as mentioned in the provided content? a) Construction of new settlements in the city b) Attempting to forcibly remove Gaza City's entire population c) Blocking international media access to the area d) Expanding military operations into neighboring countries Ans: b) Attempting to forcibly remove Gaza City's entire population 7.A tragic streetcar derailment occurred on September 3, 2025, resulting in multiple fatalities and injuries. In which city did this incident take place? a) Madrid, Spain b) Rome, Italy c) Lisbon, Portugal d) Athens, Greece Ans: c) Lisbon, Portugal 8.How many fatalities were reported in the historic electric streetcar derailment in Lisbon on September 3, 2025? a) At least 10 b) At least 15 c) At least 20 d) At least 25 Ans: b) At least 15 9.What is the name of India's first indigenously developed semiconductor chip, launched recently? a) Shakti-1001 b) Agni-500 c) Vikram-3201 d) Chandrayaan-2025 Ans: c) Vikram-3201 10.Which organization's Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) in Chandigarh developed India's first indigenous semiconductor chip, 'Vikram-3201'? a) DRDO b) CSIR c) ISRO d) BEL Ans: c) ISRO 11.The 'Vikram-3201' chip, designed by VSSC, is specifically engineered for what purpose? a) High-performance computing in supercomputers b) Automotive electronics and self-driving cars c) Extreme space environments for ISRO's future missions d) Consumer electronics and mobile devices Ans: c) Extreme space environments for ISRO's future missions 12.Who presented the 'Vikram-3201' semiconductor chip to Prime Minister Narendra Modi at Semicon India 2025? a) The Director of ISRO's SCL b) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw c) The Chief Scientist of VSSC d) The CEO of Semicon India Ans: b) Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw 13.What is the bit architecture of India's newly launched indigenous semiconductor chip, 'Vikram-3201'? a) 16-bit b) 32-bit c) 64-bit d) 128-bit Ans: b) 32-bit

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1.Which meeting of the GST Council approved the significant reforms including a new two-tier tax system? a) 55th b) 56th c) 57th d) 58th Ans: b) 56th 2.What are the two new primary GST slabs approved by the GST Council for m...

1.Which meeting of the GST Council approved the significant reforms including a new two-tier tax system? a) 55th b) 56th c) 57th d) 58th Ans: b) 56th 2.What are the two new primary GST slabs approved by the GST Council for most goods and services? a) 5% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 28% d) 18% and 40% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 3.When are the new GST reforms, including the two-tier system and abolition of 12% and 28% slabs, slated to become effective? a) September 22, 2024 b) April 1, 2025 c) September 22, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) September 22, 2025 4.Which of the following items will now attract a 40% GST rate under the newly approved structure? a) Life-saving drugs b) Small cars c) Footwear costing less than Rs 2500 d) Online money gaming Ans: d) Online money gaming 5.What is the new GST rate for 33 life-saving drugs after the recent reforms? a) 0% b) 5% c) 12% d) 18% Ans: a) 0% 6.Which of the following states was NOT specifically mentioned as being severely affected by the recent heavy monsoon rains and floods in northern India? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Punjab c) Jammu & Kashmir d) Uttarakhand Ans: d) Uttarakhand 7.Which rivers in Punjab were reported to be flowing above danger marks due to the severe floods? a) Ganga and Yamuna b) Godavari and Krishna c) Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi d) Narmada and Tapi Ans: c) Sutlej, Beas, and Ravi 8.What is the name of India's first indigenously developed semiconductor, unveiled at Semicon India 2025? a) Agni 16-bit processor b) Shakti 64-bit processor c) Vikram 32-bit processor d) Dhruv 128-bit processor Ans: c) Vikram 32-bit processor 9.The Supreme Court is currently hearing a Presidential Reference concerning the discretionary powers of which constitutional office regarding withholding bills? a) Prime Minister b) Chief Justice of India c) Governor d) Attorney General Ans: c) Governor 10.How many individuals have received Indian citizenship under the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA) in Assam, according to CM Himanta Biswa Sarma? a) 0 b) 3 c) 12 d) More than 100 Ans: b) 3 11.According to the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2025, what is India's rank out of 163 nations? a) 98th b) 105th c) 115th d) 125th Ans: c) 115th 12.Which country maintained its position as the most peaceful country globally in the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2025? a) Denmark b) New Zealand c) Iceland d) Switzerland Ans: c) Iceland

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1.Semicon India 2025 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in which city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 2.What was the theme of Semicon India 2025? a) "Innovating for a...

1.Semicon India 2025 was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in which city? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 2.What was the theme of Semicon India 2025? a) "Innovating for a Digital Future" b) "Building the Next Semiconductor Powerhouse" c) "India: A Global Tech Leader" d) "Semiconductors for Self-Reliance" Ans: b) "Building the Next Semiconductor Powerhouse" 3.The 'Made in India' Vikram 32-bit Processor, presented at Semicon India 2025, was developed by which organizations? a) DRDO and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre b) ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) c) IIT Bombay and TIFR d) HAL and BEL Ans: b) ISRO's Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) and Semiconductor Laboratory (SCL) 4.The Vikram 32-bit Processor was successfully validated in space during which ISRO mission? a) Chandrayaan-2 mission b) Mangalyaan mission c) PSLV-C60 mission d) Gaganyaan mission Ans: c) PSLV-C60 mission 5.According to the update at Semicon India 2025, how many semiconductor units are currently under construction in India? a) Three b) Five c) Ten d) One Ans: b) Five 6.What is the projected market size for the Indian semiconductor industry by 2030? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $100 billion d) $200 billion Ans: c) $100 billion 7.Which global leader in lithography solutions participated for the first time at Semicon India 2025, signaling commitment to India's semiconductor industry? a) Intel b) Samsung c) TSMC d) ASML Ans: d) ASML 8.India has developed its first indigenous technology for which agricultural product after seven years of research, aiming to reduce import reliance? a) Bio-pesticides b) Water-soluble fertilizer c) Genetically modified seeds d) Organic compost Ans: b) Water-soluble fertilizer 9.A new nitro-substituted organoselenium compound showing promise in treating aggressive triple-negative breast cancer cells was researched and synthesized by the Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST) in collaboration with which institution? a) AIIMS Delhi b) IIT Guwahati c) Tata Memorial Centre d) Christian Medical College Vellore Ans: b) IIT Guwahati 10.Which two entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly develop hybrid quantum-classical computing systems? a) IBM and TCS b) Google and Wipro c) Rigetti Computing, Inc. and India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) d) Microsoft and Infosys Ans: c) Rigetti Computing, Inc. and India's Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC) 11.India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centre of Excellence (CoE) is being established in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Pune d) Visakhapatnam Ans: d) Visakhapatnam 12.The second edition of the India MedTech Expo 2025 is set to take place in which city? a) Mumbai b) Chennai c) New Delhi d) Ahmedabad Ans: c) New Delhi 13.ISRO has invited proposals from the national scientific community for the analysis and utilization of data collected by the lander and rover of which mission? a) Aditya-L1 b) Chandrayaan-3 c) Gaganyaan d) NISAR Ans: b) Chandrayaan-3 14.How many chip design startups have received support through the Design Linked Incentive Scheme, as mentioned in the text? a) Less than 10 b) Exactly 15 c) Over 23 d) Exactly 30 Ans: c) Over 23 15.By what year is the global semiconductor market anticipated to reach $1 trillion, as mentioned in the context of India's semiconductor growth? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2032 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2030

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1.What was India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the first quarter (April-June) of the current fiscal year? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.At which event did Prime Minister Narendra Modi announc...

1.What was India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the first quarter (April-June) of the current fiscal year? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.At which event did Prime Minister Narendra Modi announce India's impressive GDP growth figure? a) G20 Summit b) World Economic Forum c) Semicon India 2025 conference d) Make in India Summit Ans: c) Semicon India 2025 conference 3.The Prime Minister's reference to 'economic self-interest' from other nations was a veiled reference to: a) China's currency manipulation b) European Union's trade barriers c) US tariffs d) Japan's investment restrictions Ans: c) US tariffs 4.Which of the following sectors was NOT explicitly mentioned as contributing to India's robust GDP growth in the first quarter? a) Manufacturing b) Services c) Mining d) Construction Ans: c) Mining 5.Who revealed the upcoming 'next-generation' Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal d) RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das Ans: b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman 6.What are the proposed main tax slabs for the 'next-generation' GST reforms? a) 5%, 12%, 18% b) 5%, 18%, 28% c) 5%, 18%, 40% d) 8%, 15%, 25% Ans: c) 5%, 18%, 40% 7.When is the crucial GST Council meeting scheduled to discuss the proposed reforms? a) August 25th-26th b) September 3rd-4th c) October 1st-2nd d) November 10th-11th Ans: b) September 3rd-4th 8.At which bank's 120th foundation day celebrations did President Droupadi Murmu emphasize the banking sector's 'pivotal role'? a) State Bank of India b) Punjab National Bank c) City Union Bank d) Canara Bank Ans: c) City Union Bank 9.President Droupadi Murmu urged banks to expand credit particularly for which two key areas? a) Retail loans and personal finance b) Infrastructure and MSMEs c) Export-oriented units and large corporations d) Housing and education Ans: b) Infrastructure and MSMEs 10.Who is the Commerce Minister scheduled to meet with exporters to devise strategies to boost India's outbound shipments? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar d) Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 11.What significant challenge on the trade front is prompting the Commerce Minister's meeting with exporters? a) Global supply chain disruptions b) A 50% tariff imposed by the US on Indian goods c) Shortage of skilled labor for exports d) Decline in international demand for Indian products Ans: b) A 50% tariff imposed by the US on Indian goods 12.According to the Prime Minister, which two factors are key drivers of global confidence in building the semiconductor future with India? a) Low labor costs and abundant raw materials b) Government subsidies and foreign investments c) Innovation capacity and youthful talent pool d) Established manufacturing base and strong domestic demand Ans: c) Innovation capacity and youthful talent pool 13.What was the trend observed in the Indian benchmark equity indices (Nifty 50 and Sensex) on Tuesday, as per the market news? a) Closed higher b) Closed lower c) Remained flat d) Showed high volatility but no clear trend Ans: b) Closed lower 14.How did Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) behave in the Indian market for the seventh consecutive session on Tuesday? a) Net buyers b) Net sellers c) Neutral d) Primarily investing in debt markets Ans: b) Net sellers

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1.When did China host a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of its victory in World War II? a) September 3, 2024 b) September 3, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) September 3, 2025 2.Besides C...

1.When did China host a military parade commemorating the 80th anniversary of its victory in World War II? a) September 3, 2024 b) September 3, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) September 3, 2025 2.Besides Chinese President Xi Jinping, which other head of state was specifically mentioned as attending the military parade in Beijing on September 3, 2025? a) Narendra Modi b) Emmanuel Macron c) Vladimir Putin d) Justin Trudeau Ans: c) Vladimir Putin 3.Which city hosted the 25th SCO Summit where China pledged $2 billion and AI support to member states? a) Beijing b) Shanghai c) Tianjin d) Guangzhou Ans: c) Tianjin 4.Who was the Indian Prime Minister mentioned as participating in the 25th SCO Summit in Tianjin? a) Manmohan Singh b) Narendra Modi c) Rahul Gandhi d) Amit Shah Ans: b) Narendra Modi 5.On September 1, 2025, a powerful earthquake struck which region, causing over 1,400 fatalities? a) Western Afghanistan b) Eastern Afghanistan c) Northern Pakistan d) Central India Ans: b) Eastern Afghanistan 6.The deadly landslide on September 1, 2025, which killed over 1,000 people, occurred in which region of Sudan? a) Khartoum b) Darfur c) Blue Nile State d) South Kordofan Ans: b) Darfur 7.Which country announced its intention to formally recognize the Palestinian state at the upcoming UN General Assembly? a) France b) Germany c) Belgium d) Spain Ans: c) Belgium 8.Belgium's planned "tough national sanctions" are primarily aimed at which entity? a) Hamas b) Israel c) Palestinian Authority d) Extremist settlers Ans: b) Israel 9.According to UNICEF's recent warning, what is the projected percentage drop in global education aid by 2026? a) 15% b) 20% c) 24% d) 30% Ans: c) 24% 10.UNICEF estimates that the projected drop in education aid could result in how many additional children being out of school? a) 3 million b) 6 million c) 9 million d) 12 million Ans: b) 6 million 11.Which legal body ruled that the majority of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration lacked legal basis? a) U.S. Supreme Court b) U.S. District Court c) Federal appeals court d) International Court of Justice Ans: c) Federal appeals court 12.Which of the following countries were specifically mentioned as being affected by the U.S. appeals court ruling regarding Trump-era tariffs? a) Russia and India b) Canada and Mexico c) Japan and South Korea d) Brazil and Argentina Ans: b) Canada and Mexico 13.Which of the following was NOT among the messages conveyed by China's military parade on September 3, 2025? a) Justice prevails b) Peace prevails c) Prosperity prevails d) The people prevail Ans: c) Prosperity prevails 14.Belgian Foreign Minister Maxim Previt indicated the decision to impose sanctions on Israel was driven by what? a) Economic disputes b) Worsening crisis in Gaza and alleged violations of international law c) Border disputes d) Trade imbalances Ans: b) Worsening crisis in Gaza and alleged violations of international law 15.The Marra Mountains region in Sudan, affected by a deadly landslide, is largely inaccessible to international aid organizations primarily due to what reason? a) Extreme weather conditions b) Ongoing civil war c) Lack of infrastructure d) Government restrictions Ans: b) Ongoing civil war

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1.Who unveiled India's first semiconductor chip at Semicon India 2025? a) Piyush Goyal b) Nitin Gadkari c) Narendra Modi d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Narendra Modi 2.What was India's GDP growth rate in Q1 FY26, as mentioned in t...

1.Who unveiled India's first semiconductor chip at Semicon India 2025? a) Piyush Goyal b) Nitin Gadkari c) Narendra Modi d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Narendra Modi 2.What was India's GDP growth rate in Q1 FY26, as mentioned in the provided content? a) 6.5% b) 7.8% c) 8.2% d) 5.9% Ans: b) 7.8% 3.How many transactions did the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) process in August 2025, setting a new record? a) 15 billion b) 20 billion c) 25 billion d) 18 billion Ans: b) 20 billion 4.What is the target for doubling bilateral trade between India and the United States by 2030? a) USD 200 billion b) USD 350 billion c) USD 500 billion d) USD 750 billion Ans: c) USD 500 billion 5.What was the closing value of the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar mentioned in the text, after experiencing volatility? a) 85.50 b) 88.20 c) 90.10 d) 87.00 Ans: b) 88.20 6.Indian Railways signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which entity to enhance insurance benefits for its frontline Group C workers? a) Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) b) State Bank of India (SBI) c) Punjab National Bank (PNB) d) HDFC Bank Ans: b) State Bank of India (SBI) 7.By what percentage did GST collections surge in August compared to the previous year, indicating a healthy trajectory for tax revenues? a) 4.5% b) 5.8% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 8.Which Indian state was declared a disaster-affected state due to relentless heavy rainfall and widespread flooding? a) Punjab b) Uttar Pradesh c) Uttarakhand d) Himachal Pradesh Ans: d) Himachal Pradesh 9.Which judicial body dismissed a plea challenging the nationwide rollout of 20% ethanol-blended petrol, stating it aligns with India's energy transition goals? a) Delhi High Court b) National Green Tribunal c) Supreme Court d) Bombay High Court Ans: c) Supreme Court 10.What is India's target year to become a carbon-neutral country, as announced by Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari? a) 2030 b) 2047 c) 2050 d) 2070 Ans: d) 2070 11.Who is the current Commerce and Industry Minister of India, mentioned in the context of the proposed bilateral trade agreement with the United States? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) S. Jaishankar c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 12.How many e-scholarships did India offer to Afghan students for the 2025-26 academic year under the ICCR's Special Scholarship Scheme? a) 500 b) 750 c) 1,000 d) 1,500 Ans: c) 1,000 13.Which international leader recently arrived in India for a three-day visit to hold bilateral talks with PM Modi, as mentioned in the content? a) Prime Minister of Japan b) President of France c) Prime Minister of Singapore d) Chancellor of Germany Ans: c) Prime Minister of Singapore 14.In which city did the Yamuna river breach its 'danger level' on Tuesday, leading to water entering houses in parts of the Trans-Yamuna area? a) Chandigarh b) Noida c) Delhi d) Haridwar Ans: c) Delhi

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1.'Semicon India - 2025' was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in September 2025 at which location? a) Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre b) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi d) Gandhinagar, Gujarat...

1.'Semicon India - 2025' was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in September 2025 at which location? a) Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre b) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi d) Gandhinagar, Gujarat Ans: c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi 2.What is the target year for India's first locally-made semiconductor chip to be ready for the market, as announced during 'Semicon India - 2025'? a) End of 2024 b) Mid-2025 c) End of 2025 d) Early 2026 Ans: c) End of 2025 3.The ₹76,000 crore Semicon India Programme includes which scheme aimed at encouraging startups to design chips domestically? a) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme b) Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme c) Make in India scheme d) Startup India scheme Ans: b) Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme 4.The Indian Institute of Space Science and Technology (IIST) is set to receive the status of an "Institution of National Importance". Where is IIST located? a) Bengaluru b) Thiruvananthapuram c) Hyderabad d) Chennai Ans: b) Thiruvananthapuram 5.IIST's curriculum is designed in collaboration with which prominent Indian organization? a) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) b) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) d) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) Ans: c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) 6.Which of the following medical equipment is NOT mentioned as being indigenously produced in India since the COVID-19 pandemic? a) MRI and CT scan machines b) Mammography units c) Robotic surgery systems d) Dialysis machines Ans: c) Robotic surgery systems 7.Which government initiative is NOT listed as supporting India's growth in medical technology manufacturing? a) Establishment of new medical device parks b) Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Medical Devices c) Skill India Mission d) Promotion of Research and Innovation in Pharma MedTech (PRIP) Scheme Ans: c) Skill India Mission 8.India has developed its first indigenous water-soluble fertilizer. This innovation aims to reduce reliance on imports from which country for specialty fertilizers? a) Russia b) United States c) China d) Germany Ans: c) China 9.The new indigenous water-soluble fertilizer technology is described as eco-friendly. What specific characteristic highlights its eco-friendliness? a) It requires less water for production. b) It is a zero-effluent and emission-free project. c) It uses only organic raw materials. d) It reduces soil degradation. Ans: b) It is a zero-effluent and emission-free project. 10.The recent meeting between India and Switzerland to reaffirm research and innovation collaborations was co-chaired on the Indian side by whom? a) Amit Agrawal, Secretary, Department of Pharmaceuticals b) Shashi Tharoor, Member of Parliament c) Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology d) Narendra Modi, Prime Minister Ans: c) Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science and Technology 11.India and Switzerland reviewed ongoing collaborations under their bilateral agreement on science and technology, which was established in which year? a) 1998 b) 2003 c) 2008 d) 2013 Ans: b) 2003

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1.What was India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the April-June quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.3% b) 7.8% c) 8.0% d) 6.4% Ans: b) 7.8% 2.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a primar...

1.What was India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the April-June quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.3% b) 7.8% c) 8.0% d) 6.4% Ans: b) 7.8% 2.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as a primary driver of India's robust GDP growth in Q1 FY26? a) Buoyant domestic demand b) Robust services sector c) Resilient manufacturing activity d) Significant foreign direct investment Ans: d) Significant foreign direct investment 3.By which year does India aim to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2028 b) 2029 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2030 4.What growth rate does the International Monetary Fund (IMF) project for India in both 2025 and 2026? a) 6.3% b) 7.8% c) 6.4% d) 7.3% Ans: c) 6.4% 5.Which international rating agency recently upgraded India's sovereign credit rating to BBB from BBB-, marking the first such upgrade in 18 years? a) Moody's b) Fitch Ratings c) S&P Global d) Standard Chartered Ans: c) S&P Global 6.A critical driver of India's recent economic growth has been identified as the government's sustained focus on: a) Export promotion b) Agricultural subsidies c) Capital expenditure d) Public sector divestment Ans: c) Capital expenditure 7.The upcoming 'Next-generation GST reforms' are slated to be implemented in which month and year? a) September 2025 b) October 2025 c) April 2026 d) March 2026 Ans: b) October 2025 8.According to former RBI Deputy Governor Michael Patra, what is the 'missing actor' crucial for India's economy to accelerate beyond an 8% growth rate? a) Government investment b) Foreign institutional investment c) Private sector investment d) Household consumption Ans: c) Private sector investment 9.Which of the following was NOT cited as a factor contributing to concerns about nominal GDP potentially sliding below 8% in FY26? a) Soft deflators b) US tariffs c) Increased government spending d) Subdued income growth Ans: c) Increased government spending 10.What new milestone did the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) achieve for the first time in August? a) Processed over 10 billion transactions b) Processed over 20 billion transactions c) Reached 1 trillion rupees in transaction value d) Expanded to 50 new countries Ans: b) Processed over 20 billion transactions 11.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently approved the appointment of Paritosh Kashyap as an Executive Director for which bank? a) ICICI Bank b) Axis Bank c) Kotak Mahindra Bank d) HDFC Bank Ans: c) Kotak Mahindra Bank 12.Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) plans to acquire a stake in which type of firm by March 31? a) A general insurance firm b) A health insurance firm c) A mutual fund house d) A housing finance company Ans: b) A health insurance firm 13.Which international bank is reportedly exploring a complete exit from its retail banking operations in India? a) Standard Chartered Bank b) HSBC c) Deutsche Bank d) Citibank Ans: c) Deutsche Bank

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1.What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Afghanistan, causing widespread devastation and over 800 deaths? a) Magnitude-5.5 b) Magnitude-6.0 c) Magnitude-6.5 d) Magnitude-7.0 Ans: b) Magnitude-6.0 2.In which pro...

1.What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck Afghanistan, causing widespread devastation and over 800 deaths? a) Magnitude-5.5 b) Magnitude-6.0 c) Magnitude-6.5 d) Magnitude-7.0 Ans: b) Magnitude-6.0 2.In which province of Afghanistan did the recent powerful earthquake result in significant casualties, including over 800 deaths? a) Kabul b) Herat c) Kandahar d) Nangarhar Ans: d) Nangarhar 3.Who was the Prime Minister of Thailand recently removed from office by the Constitutional Court? a) Prayut Chan-o-cha b) Srettha Thavisin c) Paetongtarn Shinawatra d) Abhisit Vejjajiva Ans: c) Paetongtarn Shinawatra 4.What was the primary reason cited by the Constitutional Court for the removal of Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra? a) Corruption charges b) Misconduct allegations c) Failure to address economic crisis d) Loss of parliamentary majority Ans: b) Misconduct allegations 5.What was the main cause of the widespread protests that erupted in Indonesia, leading to presidential intervention? a) Increase in fuel prices b) Allegations of electoral fraud c) Increased benefits and salaries for parliament members d) New taxation policies Ans: c) Increased benefits and salaries for parliament members 6.In response to widespread protests in Indonesia, what specific measure did President Prabowo agree to implement regarding parliament members? a) Imposing a salary cut for all government officials b) Revoking the allowance and imposing moratoriums on foreign trips c) Dissolving the parliament and calling for new elections d) Launching an investigation into the finance minister Ans: b) Revoking the allowance and imposing moratoriums on foreign trips 7.Which high-ranking Houthi-led government official, identified as Prime Minister, was among those killed in recent targeted strikes by the Israeli Air Force in Yemen? a) Foreign Minister b) Interior Minister c) Ahmed al-Rahawi d) Defense Minister Ans: c) Ahmed al-Rahawi 8.Which international body declared that Israel is committing genocide in Gaza? a) United Nations Human Rights Council b) International Criminal Court c) International Association of Genocide Scholars d) Amnesty International Ans: c) International Association of Genocide Scholars 9.In which Ukrainian region did Russian forces shell Bilozerka, resulting in the death of a 73-year-old man? a) Kyiv b) Donetsk c) Kherson d) Zaporizhzhia Ans: c) Kherson 10.Which Ukrainian region experienced 'intensive attacks' by Russian forces, damaging dozens of homes and disrupting water and energy supplies? a) Kharkiv b) Lviv c) Sumy d) Odesa Ans: c) Sumy 11.Where did Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping hold bilateral talks focusing on border peace and expanding cooperation? a) G20 Summit in New Delhi b) BRICS Summit in Johannesburg c) SCO Summit 2025 in Tianjin d) ASEAN Summit in Jakarta Ans: c) SCO Summit 2025 in Tianjin 12.What type of agreement did India and Japan sign during the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit in Tokyo? a) Free Trade Agreement b) Defense Cooperation Pact c) Memorandum of Cooperation on Joint Crediting Mechanism d) Cultural Exchange Program Ans: c) Memorandum of Cooperation on Joint Crediting Mechanism 13.What is the target investment amount from Japan to India over the next decade, discussed at the 15th India-Japan Annual Summit? a) 5 trillion yen b) 8 trillion yen c) 10 trillion yen d) 12 trillion yen Ans: c) 10 trillion yen 14.Which Indian organization made history by becoming the first Indian organization to win the prestigious Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2025? a) Pratham b) Teach for India c) Educate Girls d) Goonj Ans: c) Educate Girls

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1.At which city was the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, where PM Modi engaged in significant bilateral discussions, held? a) Beijing b) Moscow c) Tianjin d) New Delhi Ans: c) Tianjin 2.Which three elements di...

1.At which city was the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit, where PM Modi engaged in significant bilateral discussions, held? a) Beijing b) Moscow c) Tianjin d) New Delhi Ans: c) Tianjin 2.Which three elements did Prime Minister Modi use to redefine the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) at the recent summit? a) Stability, Culture, Economy b) Security, Connectivity, Opportunity c) Sovereignty, Cooperation, Openness d) Sustainability, Commerce, Outreach Ans: b) Security, Connectivity, Opportunity 3.Which terror attack was strongly condemned by PM Modi at the SCO Summit, emphasizing 'no double standards on terrorism'? a) Uri attack b) Pulwama attack c) Pahalgam attack d) Mumbai attack Ans: c) Pahalgam attack 4.Prime Minister Modi inaugurated 'Semicon India 2025' on September 2nd. What is the primary aim of this initiative? a) To promote agricultural technology in India b) To boost India's semiconductor ecosystem c) To develop new software for government services d) To attract investment in renewable energy Ans: b) To boost India's semiconductor ecosystem 5.'Semicon India 2025' was inaugurated at which location? a) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi b) Bengaluru International Exhibition Centre c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi d) HITEX Exhibition Center, Hyderabad Ans: c) Yashobhoomi, New Delhi 6.Which former US President branded US-India trade a 'one-sided disaster' following PM Modi's meetings at the SCO Summit? a) Barack Obama b) George W. Bush c) Bill Clinton d) Donald Trump Ans: d) Donald Trump 7.The Maratha Reservation Protest has caused significant disruptions in which Indian state? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Rajasthan d) Karnataka Ans: b) Maharashtra 8.Which Indian states were mentioned as grappling with incessant rains and severe flooding, with the IMD warning of extreme rainfall? a) Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal b) Punjab, Haryana, Rajasthan c) Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir d) Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir 9.The 21st edition of the India-US Joint Military Exercise 'Yudh Abhyas 2025' is set to take place in which US state? a) California b) Texas c) Alaska d) Florida Ans: c) Alaska 10.What is a key feature of the upcoming Census 2027, as mentioned in the provided content? a) It will be conducted entirely offline b) It will be the first 'Digital Census' with geo-tagging of buildings c) It will only collect data on economic indicators d) It will be conducted by a private agency Ans: b) It will be the first 'Digital Census' with geo-tagging of buildings 11.The Online Gaming Act 2025, as mentioned, bans all forms of online money games while promoting what? a) Traditional board games b) Educational games c) E-sports d) Card games Ans: c) E-sports 12.Which Indian sportsperson, mentioned in the 'Other Key Developments' section, announced his retirement? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Jasprit Bumrah Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara

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1.India recently launched one of its first end-to-end Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) pilot line facilities. In which city is this facility located? a) Bengaluru b) Pune c) Sanand d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Sanand
1.India recently launched one of its first end-to-end Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) pilot line facilities. In which city is this facility located? a) Bengaluru b) Pune c) Sanand d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Sanand 2.The newly launched OSAT pilot line facility in Sanand, Gujarat, is operated by which company? a) Voltix Semicon b) CG Semi c) Skyroot Aerospace d) Axiom Space Ans: b) CG Semi 3.What special designation has been given to the current year concerning the collaboration between India and Japan in advanced technology sectors? a) Year of Digital Transformation b) Year of Clean Energy Partnership c) Year of Science, Technology and Innovation Exchanges d) Year of Space Exploration Ans: c) Year of Science, Technology and Innovation Exchanges 4.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a sector of enhanced collaboration between India and Japan? a) Artificial Intelligence b) Quantum Technologies c) Marine Biodiversity Research d) Clean Energy Ans: c) Marine Biodiversity Research 5.Axiom Space, keen on collaboration with ISRO and Indian private players, is building a commercial successor to the International Space Station (ISS). What is this commercial station called? a) Orbital Gateway b) Star Station c) Axiom Station d) Lunar Habitation Module Ans: c) Axiom Station 6.Which Indian private player in the space sector is specifically mentioned as a potential collaborator for Axiom Space's commercial station? a) Bellatrix Aerospace b) Dhruva Space c) Skyroot Aerospace d) Agnikul Cosmos Ans: c) Skyroot Aerospace 7.How many technologies has the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) recently transferred to private companies to enhance self-reliance and commercialization? a) Three b) Five c) Seven d) Ten Ans: b) Five 8.Which specific ISRO-developed technology, crucial for integrating multiple semiconductor chips, was transferred to Voltix Semicon Pvt. Ltd. for biomedical applications like RT-PCR kits? a) Cryogenic Engine Technology b) Low Temperature Co-Fired Ceramic (LTCC) Multi-Chip Module c) Satellite Imaging Software d) Advanced Propulsion System Ans: b) Low Temperature Co-Fired Ceramic (LTCC) Multi-Chip Module 9.India has developed its first indigenous water-soluble fertilizer production process. This 'Make in India' initiative aims to substantially reduce the country's reliance on imports from which country? a) USA b) Russia c) China d) Germany Ans: c) China 10.What is a key unique feature of India's newly developed indigenous water-soluble fertilizer production process? a) It requires different technologies for each type of fertilizer b) It is exclusively for organic farming c) It allows for the production of almost all types of soluble fertilizers through a single process d) It is primarily designed for nitrogen-based fertilizers Ans: c) It allows for the production of almost all types of soluble fertilizers through a single process 11.India recently hosted the first-ever 3GPP Radio Access Networks (RAN) Working Group meetings on 6G standardization. In which city were these meetings held? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: d) Bengaluru 12.Which Indian organization hosted the 3GPP RAN Working Group meetings on 6G standardization in Bengaluru? a) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) b) Telecommunications Standards Development Society, India (TSDSI) c) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) d) National Informatics Centre (NIC) Ans: b) Telecommunications Standards Development Society, India (TSDSI) 13.The 6G standardization meetings in India initiated discussions under which specific 3GPP Release? a) Release 18 b) Release 19 c) Release 20 d) Release 21 Ans: c) Release 20 14.A new diatom species, Climaconeis heteropolaris, was recently discovered off India's southwestern coast. This discovery marks the first recording of a Climaconeis species on which part of India's coast? a) East Coast b) West Coast c) Andaman and Nicobar Islands d) Gulf of Mannar Ans: b) West Coast 15.The newly discovered diatom species, Climaconeis heteropolaris, was found in coastal estuaries where which two rivers flow into the Arabian Sea? a) Krishna and Godavari b) Narmada and Tapi c) Sita and Swarna d) Mahanadi and Ganga Ans: c) Sita and Swarna

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1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter of fiscal year 2025-26 (Q1 FY26)? a) 7.6% b) 7.7% c) 7.8% d) 9.3% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.The 7.8% GDP growth in Q1 FY26 marked a high for how many quarters? a) Th...

1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter of fiscal year 2025-26 (Q1 FY26)? a) 7.6% b) 7.7% c) 7.8% d) 9.3% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.The 7.8% GDP growth in Q1 FY26 marked a high for how many quarters? a) Three quarters b) Four quarters c) Five quarters d) Six quarters Ans: c) Five quarters 3.Who is the Department of Economic Affairs (DEA) Secretary mentioned in the text, highlighting the broad-based growth? a) Sanjay Malhotra b) Shaktikanta Das c) Anuradha Thakur d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: c) Anuradha Thakur 4.Among the key sectors mentioned (manufacturing, construction, services), which one recorded the highest growth rate in Q1 FY26? a) Manufacturing b) Construction c) Services d) All grew at the same rate Ans: c) Services 5.What percentage hike on certain Indian goods was imposed by the United States, raising concerns among exporters? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 6.Which of the following sectors was NOT specifically mentioned as being affected by the new US tariffs? a) Gems and jewellery b) Textiles c) Mentha oil d) Pharmaceuticals Ans: d) Pharmaceuticals 7.Domestic demand accounts for what percentage of India's GDP, providing a significant buffer against external trade shocks? a) Over 40% b) Over 50% c) Over 60% d) Over 70% Ans: c) Over 60% 8.According to the provided text, who is the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor who expressed confidence in India becoming the world's third-largest economy soon? a) Anuradha Thakur b) Sanjay Malhotra c) Urjit Patel d) Raghuram Rajan Ans: b) Sanjay Malhotra 9.Which initiative was mentioned by the RBI Governor (as per the text) for fostering financial inclusion and national development? a) Make in India b) Skill India Mission c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana d) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana 10.What is the fiscal deficit target for FY26 as a percentage of GDP, which the government is confident of achieving? a) 4.0% b) 4.2% c) 4.4% d) 4.6% Ans: c) 4.4% 11.The upcoming GST rationalization is expected to benefit which of the following sectors, as per the text? a) Automobile and IT b) Textiles and Fertilizers c) Healthcare and Education d) Banking and Insurance Ans: b) Textiles and Fertilizers 12.Which of the following countries was NOT mentioned as a new destination for Indian exporters diversifying their markets amidst US tariff challenges? a) UAE b) Bangladesh c) Italy d) Germany Ans: d) Germany

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1.Which UN-backed body confirmed a famine in the Gaza Governorate? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) c) Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) d) World Food Programme (WFP) Ans...

1.Which UN-backed body confirmed a famine in the Gaza Governorate? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) c) Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) d) World Food Programme (WFP) Ans: c) Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) 2.The aid flotilla aiming to break the Israeli blockade of Gaza departed from which city? a) Athens b) Barcelona c) Rome d) Istanbul Ans: b) Barcelona 3.What was the US justification for denying entry visas to Palestinian officials, as cited in the content? a) Alleged involvement in terrorism b) Lack of diplomatic recognition c) Palestinian appeals to the ICC and ICJ d) Economic sanctions against the Palestinian Authority Ans: c) Palestinian appeals to the ICC and ICJ 4.In Yemen, which specific UN agencies were reportedly raided by the Iran-backed Houthi group? a) UN Refugee Agency and UN Development Programme b) UN Food and Children's agencies c) UN Peacekeeping Mission and UN Human Rights Office d) UN Environmental Programme and UNIDO Ans: b) UN Food and Children's agencies 5.Which Houthi leader was reportedly killed in Israeli airstrikes in Sanaa, according to the content? a) Abdul-Malik al-Houthi b) Mohammed Ali al-Houthi c) Ahmed al-Rahawi d) Saleh al-Samad Ans: c) Ahmed al-Rahawi 6.Which pro-Western Ukrainian politician's shooting death in Lviv led to the arrest of a suspect? a) Vitali Klitschko b) Andriy Parubiy c) Arseniy Yatsenyuk d) Oleh Tyahnybok Ans: b) Andriy Parubiy 7.During Russian President Vladimir Putin's visit to China, what was identified as a primary topic of discussion? a) Global economic recovery b) Climate change initiatives c) The ongoing war in Ukraine d) Space exploration cooperation Ans: c) The ongoing war in Ukraine 8.Besides Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi Jinping, who else participated in the regional summit in China? a) Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida b) South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol c) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) Pakistani Prime Minister Anwaar-ul-Haq Kakar Ans: c) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi 9.Why was Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra removed from office? a) Corruption charges b) Election fraud c) Misconduct, as ruled by the Constitutional Court d) Loss of a no-confidence vote Ans: c) Misconduct, as ruled by the Constitutional Court 10.What sparked protests in Indonesia, leading the president to scrap lawmakers' perks? a) New tax policies b) Increased benefits and salaries for parliament members c) Environmental regulations d) Privatization of state-owned enterprises Ans: b) Increased benefits and salaries for parliament members 11.A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck which region near the Pakistan border, killing at least nine people? a) Western Afghanistan b) Eastern Afghanistan c) Northern Afghanistan d) Southern Afghanistan Ans: b) Eastern Afghanistan 12.Which province in Pakistan was severely affected by its biggest flood, putting two million people at risk? a) Sindh b) Balochistan c) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa d) Punjab Ans: d) Punjab 13.According to provisional data from the Met Office, which year recorded the warmest summer on record in the United Kingdom? a) 2023 b) 2024 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: c) 2025 14.What notable incident occurred at the Russian consulate in Sydney, Australia? a) A protest rally turned violent b) A car crashed into the consulate building c) It was targeted by a cyberattack d) A fire broke out inside the premises Ans: b) A car crashed into the consulate building

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1.Where was the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recently held? a) Beijing, China b) Tianjin, China c) Shanghai, China d) New Delhi, India Ans: b) Tianjin, China 2.Wha...

1.Where was the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit, attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, recently held? a) Beijing, China b) Tianjin, China c) Shanghai, China d) New Delhi, India Ans: b) Tianjin, China 2.What was a key point of agreement between Prime Minister Modi and Chinese President Xi Jinping during their bilateral meeting at the SCO Summit? a) To immediately resolve all border disputes within a year. b) That India and China are development partners rather than rivals. c) To form a military alliance against cross-border terrorism. d) To establish a joint economic free trade zone. Ans: b) That India and China are development partners rather than rivals. 3.Besides Chinese President Xi Jinping, which other country's acting President and military chief did PM Modi meet at the SCO Summit? a) Russia b) Pakistan c) Myanmar d) Kazakhstan Ans: c) Myanmar 4.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), what was the average rainfall for August 2025, making it the 7th highest since 2001? a) 180.5 mm b) 220.0 mm c) 268.1 mm d) 301.2 mm Ans: c) 268.1 mm 5.Which type of natural calamities are particularly warned about in the Himalayan states for September 2025, with spillover risks in Delhi, Haryana, and Rajasthan? a) Cyclones and tsunamis b) Droughts and heatwaves c) Flash floods, landslides, and cloudbursts d) Earthquakes and volcanic eruptions Ans: c) Flash floods, landslides, and cloudbursts 6.Against which political figure was an FIR registered for alleged "objectionable" remarks made against Union Home Minister Amit Shah? a) Rahul Gandhi b) Mahua Moitra c) Mamata Banerjee d) Akhilesh Yadav Ans: b) Mahua Moitra 7.What did senior RSS functionary Ramlal suggest India could do with the challenges posed by the imposition of 50 percent tariffs by the US? a) Seek immediate trade negotiations to remove tariffs. b) File a complaint with the World Trade Organization. c) Transform them into an opportunity to boost its economy and become a global leader through self-reliance. d) Reduce its own tariffs on US imports in retaliation. Ans: c) Transform them into an opportunity to boost its economy and become a global leader through self-reliance. 8.Which airport is set to receive two new daily direct flights to Bengaluru starting September 1? a) Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport b) Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport c) Chandigarh's Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport d) Jaipur International Airport Ans: c) Chandigarh's Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport 9.Which veteran Indian Test cricketer recently announced his retirement from international cricket? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara 10.In which sport did Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty assure India of a medal at the World Championships? a) Tennis b) Table Tennis c) Badminton d) Squash Ans: c) Badminton 11.What did PM Modi convey to President Xi Jinping regarding terrorism during their meeting? a) That China should lead a global anti-terrorism initiative. b) That both India and China are victims of terrorism. c) That India requires China's military assistance against terrorism. d) That terrorism is no longer a significant threat to either country. Ans: b) That both India and China are victims of terrorism. 12.What is the Election Commission of India (ECI) targeting for all Bihar voters post the Special electoral Roll Revision (SIR)? a) New voter cards b) Compulsory online voting c) A new biometric identification system d) An increase in polling booth locations Ans: a) New voter cards

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1.Which two organizations successfully demonstrated free-space quantum secure communication over one kilometre? a) ISRO and DRDO b) IIT Delhi and DRDO c) IIT Bombay and ISRO d) DRDO and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Ans: b) IIT Delhi...

1.Which two organizations successfully demonstrated free-space quantum secure communication over one kilometre? a) ISRO and DRDO b) IIT Delhi and DRDO c) IIT Bombay and ISRO d) DRDO and Bhabha Atomic Research Centre Ans: b) IIT Delhi and DRDO 2.What was the secure key rate achieved in the quantum secure communication experiment? a) 120 bits per second b) 240 bits per second c) 500 bits per second d) 1000 bits per second Ans: b) 240 bits per second 3.How many advanced technologies has ISRO transferred to Indian companies, facilitated by IN-SPACe? a) Three b) Five c) Seven d) Ten Ans: b) Five 4.The joint mission between ISRO and JAXA, Chandrayaan-5, is also known by what acronym? a) LUPEX b) MOONEX c) POLARIS d) SPACE-X Ans: a) LUPEX 5.In the Chandrayaan-5 (LUPEX) mission, which agency is responsible for developing the rover and which for the lander? a) ISRO for rover, JAXA for lander b) JAXA for rover, ISRO for lander c) Both ISRO and JAXA for rover d) Both ISRO and JAXA for lander Ans: b) JAXA for rover, ISRO for lander 6.When is India's first human spaceflight under the Gaganyaan programme scheduled? a) First quarter of 2026 b) Fourth quarter of 2026 c) First quarter of 2027 d) Second quarter of 2027 Ans: c) First quarter of 2027 7.India's largest aero engine test bed was inaugurated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh in which city/region? a) Bengaluru, Karnataka b) Pune, Maharashtra c) Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh d) Hyderabad, Telangana Ans: c) Gautam Buddh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh 8.What was the name of the integrated air defence system mission successfully tested by DRDO on August 23, 2025? a) 'Agni Rakshak Mission' b) 'Vayu Kavach Mission' c) 'Sudarshan Chakra Mission' d) 'Iron Dome Mission' Ans: c) 'Sudarshan Chakra Mission' 9.What is the projected value of India's AI sector by 2025? a) USD 5 billion b) USD 8 billion c) USD 10 billion d) USD 12 billion Ans: b) USD 8 billion 10.Which year has been designated as the Year of Science, Technology and Innovation Exchanges between India and Japan? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: b) 2025 11.How much did Indian startups collectively raise between August 25 and August 30, 2025? a) $75.5 million b) $88.9 million c) $98.2 million d) $110.1 million Ans: c) $98.2 million 12.What is the value of the Venture Capital fund planned by the Delhi government under its 'Delhi Startup Policy, 2025'? a) INR 100 Crore b) INR 200 Crore c) INR 500 Crore d) INR 1000 Crore Ans: b) INR 200 Crore

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1.What was India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the April-June quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26? a) 9.3% b) 7.8% c) 7.6% d) 3.7% Ans: b) 7.8% 2.The 7.8% GDP growth in the April-June quarter of FY2025-26 repr...

1.What was India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth rate in the April-June quarter of the fiscal year 2025-26? a) 9.3% b) 7.8% c) 7.6% d) 3.7% Ans: b) 7.8% 2.The 7.8% GDP growth in the April-June quarter of FY2025-26 represents the fastest growth rate recorded in how many past quarters? a) Three quarters b) Four quarters c) Five quarters d) Six quarters Ans: c) Five quarters 3.Which sector registered the highest growth rate in India's GDP during the April-June quarter of FY2025-26? a) Manufacturing b) Construction c) Services d) Agriculture Ans: c) Services 4.Who is the Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) mentioned in the text, who noted the resilience of the Indian economy based on the strong first-quarter numbers? a) Piyush Goyal b) Sanjay Malhotra c) V. Anantha Nageswaran d) Shaktikanta Das Ans: c) V. Anantha Nageswaran 5.What percentage of tariff did the United States impose on Indian goods, effective August 27, 2025? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 6.The US tariffs on Indian goods are reportedly linked to which of the following reasons? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's continued imports of Russian oil c) India's intellectual property rights violations d) India's restrictive e-commerce policies Ans: b) India's continued imports of Russian oil 7.The US tariffs are expected to potentially shave off how many percentage points from India's growth over a year? a) 0.1 to 0.3 percentage points b) 0.4 to 0.5 percentage points c) 0.6 to 0.8 percentage points d) 0.9 to 1.0 percentage points Ans: c) 0.6 to 0.8 percentage points 8.Which of the following labor-intensive sectors is explicitly mentioned as being disproportionately affected by the US tariffs? a) Information Technology b) Automotive c) Diamond polishing d) Pharmaceuticals Ans: c) Diamond polishing 9.In the week ending August 30, which type of investor showed resilience and cushioned some of the market impact from US tariffs? a) Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) b) Foreign Direct Investors (FDIs) c) Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) d) International Monetary Fund (IMF) Ans: c) Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) 10.Which of the following is NOT a measure being formulated by the Indian government to support exporters in response to US tariffs? a) Easing Special Economic Zone (SEZ) norms b) Providing liquidity relief c) Imposing retaliatory tariffs on US goods d) Enhancing market access through trade pacts Ans: c) Imposing retaliatory tariffs on US goods 11.Who is the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor mentioned in the text, who expressed confidence in India's economic future? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Raghuram Rajan c) Sanjay Malhotra d) Urjit Patel Ans: c) Sanjay Malhotra 12.Which financial inclusion scheme was credited by the RBI Governor for bolstering growth and integrating diverse populations into India's economic journey? a) Make in India b) Skill India Mission c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana d) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana 13.Japanese and Indian business leaders have agreed to establish a framework for private-sector dialogue focused on enhancing which aspect? a) Cultural exchange b) Military cooperation c) Economic security d) Space exploration Ans: c) Economic security 14.When did the National Stock Exchange (NSE) conduct a mock trading session as part of preparations for a mandatory software upgrade? a) August 27, 2025 b) August 28, 2025 c) August 30, 2025 d) September 1, 2025 Ans: c) August 30, 2025 15.What was the status of banking operations across India on August 30, 2025, given that it was a fifth Saturday? a) Banks were closed nationwide. b) Operations were restricted to online transactions. c) Banking operations proceeded normally. d) Only private banks were open. Ans: c) Banking operations proceeded normally.

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1.Where is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, attended by Indian PM Modi, being held? a) Beijing, China b) Tianjin, China c) Shanghai, China d) Moscow, Russia Ans: b) Tianjin, China 2.The Indian Prime Minist...

1.Where is the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit, attended by Indian PM Modi, being held? a) Beijing, China b) Tianjin, China c) Shanghai, China d) Moscow, Russia Ans: b) Tianjin, China 2.The Indian Prime Minister's current visit to China for the SCO summit marks his first visit to the country in how many years since the Galwan clash? a) 3 years b) 5 years c) 7 years d) 10 years Ans: c) 7 years 3.India and Japan recently signed 21 agreements during PM Modi's visit to Tokyo. These agreements primarily aim to boost innovation and fortify global supply chain resilience across various sectors, EXCEPT: a) Artificial Intelligence b) Semiconductor Development c) Space Exploration d) Digital Technology Ans: c) Space Exploration 4.Russian President Vladimir Putin is confirmed to visit India in December 2025. The details of this visit are expected to be finalized during which event? a) G20 Summit b) BRICS Summit c) SCO Summit d) UN General Assembly Ans: c) SCO Summit 5.Which international organization has warned that a safe evacuation of Gaza City's hundreds of thousands of residents would be impossible? a) United Nations b) World Health Organization c) Red Cross d) Doctors Without Borders Ans: c) Red Cross 6.Regarding the conflict in Gaza, what is the current stance of the European Union on imposing sanctions on Israel? a) They have unanimously agreed to impose sanctions. b) They are divided on imposing sanctions. c) They have rejected any calls for sanctions. d) They are waiting for a UN resolution before deciding. Ans: b) They are divided on imposing sanctions. 7.The United States recently revoked the visas of Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and other Palestinian officials. What was the direct consequence of this action mentioned in the text? a) It led to immediate peace talks. b) It prevented their attendance at the upcoming UN General Assembly meeting. c) It resulted in new sanctions against Palestine. d) It prompted a change in US foreign policy. Ans: b) It prevented their attendance at the upcoming UN General Assembly meeting. 8.According to the text, who was reported killed in an Israeli strike in Yemen's capital? a) A prominent Houthi military commander. b) The Houthi Prime Minister and other ministers. c) A senior UN official. d) The Yemeni President. Ans: b) The Houthi Prime Minister and other ministers. 9.A US federal appeals court recently ruled that most of former President Donald Trump's trade tariffs were illegal. On what grounds was this ruling made? a) They violated international trade agreements. b) He exceeded his emergency powers. c) They caused significant economic harm. d) They were discriminatory. Ans: b) He exceeded his emergency powers. 10.In the recent Russian drone and missile attack on Ukrainian cities, where did a fatality, along with dozens of injuries, occur? a) Kyiv region b) Lviv region c) Zaporizhzhia region d) Odesa region Ans: c) Zaporizhzhia region 11.Who was appointed as the acting prime minister of Thailand following a constitutional court ruling that terminated Paetongtarn Shinawatra's premiership? a) Prayut Chan-o-cha b) Srettha Thavisin c) Phumtham Wechayachai d) Thaksin Shinawatra Ans: c) Phumtham Wechayachai 12.The Trump administration is advancing plans to rename which US government department as the 'Department of War'? a) Department of State b) Department of Homeland Security c) Department of Justice d) Department of Defense Ans: d) Department of Defense

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1.During a telephonic conversation, what was Prime Minister Modi's reiterated position to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy? a) India's support for military intervention in the conflict. b) India's consistent position on the pe...

1.During a telephonic conversation, what was Prime Minister Modi's reiterated position to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy? a) India's support for military intervention in the conflict. b) India's consistent position on the peaceful settlement of the conflict. c) India's offer of substantial economic aid to Ukraine. d) India's call for international sanctions against Russia. Ans: b) India's consistent position on the peaceful settlement of the conflict. 2.Prime Minister Modi's recent visit to China for the SCO Summit marked his first visit to the country in how many years? a) Five years b) Seven years c) Ten years d) Three years Ans: b) Seven years 3.Which city in China did Prime Minister Modi visit for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit? a) Beijing b) Shanghai c) Tianjin d) Guangzhou Ans: c) Tianjin 4.Which of the following issues were expected to be discussed at the SCO Summit attended by PM Modi? a) Global climate change initiatives and renewable energy targets. b) US tariffs on India and Russia's oil trade. c) International space exploration collaborations and asteroid mining. d) Development of new global financial institutions. Ans: b) US tariffs on India and Russia's oil trade. 5.During his visit to Tokyo, PM Modi met with the Governors of how many Japanese prefectures to reinforce bilateral ties? a) 10 b) 12 c) 16 d) 20 Ans: c) 16 6.Which Indian city has been approved by the Union Cabinet to bid for hosting the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 7.According to Chief Economic Adviser (CEA) Anantha Nageswaran, what is the government actively working on regarding the impact of high US tariffs? a) Imposing retaliatory tariffs on US imports. b) Encouraging domestic consumption to offset export losses. c) Cushioning the export sector from these tariffs. d) Seeking alternative trade partners to replace the US market. Ans: c) Cushioning the export sector from these tariffs. 8.The State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2024 was released by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) in collaboration with which organization? a) International Energy Agency (IEA) b) Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) c) NITI Aayog d) Ministry of Power Ans: b) Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE) 9.Which of the following states was identified as a top performer in the State Energy Efficiency Index (SEEI) 2024? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Rajasthan c) Maharashtra d) Karnataka Ans: c) Maharashtra 10.The SEEI 2024 report highlighted India's energy vulnerabilities due to its significant dependence on imports of which resources, particularly from Russia? a) Coal and natural gas b) Crude oil and gas c) Uranium and thorium d) Renewable energy technologies Ans: b) Crude oil and gas 11.Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav joined Rahul Gandhi's 'Vote Adhikar Yatra' in which state? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Bihar c) West Bengal d) Rajasthan Ans: b) Bihar 12.An official from which organization was arrested by the CBI for alleged embezzlement of ₹232 crore? a) Indian Railways b) Airports Authority of India c) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) d) National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) Ans: b) Airports Authority of India

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1.What is the designated year for 'Science, Technology and Innovation Exchanges' between India and Japan, as highlighted during Prime Minister Modi's visit to Tokyo? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2025 2.Which Japan...

1.What is the designated year for 'Science, Technology and Innovation Exchanges' between India and Japan, as highlighted during Prime Minister Modi's visit to Tokyo? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2025 2.Which Japanese company is partnering with CG Power to establish an OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test) facility in Gujarat, India? a) Tokyo Electron b) Renesas Electronics c) NTT Data d) JBIC Ans: b) Renesas Electronics 3.The collaborations with IIT Hyderabad and C-DAC in the semiconductor sector are advancing under which Indian program? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Chips to Startup d) Skill India Ans: c) Chips to Startup 4.A new Memorandum of Cooperation boosting collaboration in rare earths and critical minerals between India and Japan was signed in which month/year? a) August 2024 b) August 2025 c) July 2025 d) September 2024 Ans: b) August 2025 5.Toyota Tsusho's existing refining initiative related to critical minerals is located in which Indian state? a) Gujarat b) Karnataka c) Andhra Pradesh d) Telangana Ans: c) Andhra Pradesh 6.Which Indian power plant is set to implement ammonia co-firing as part of the clean energy collaboration between India and Japan? a) Tata Power Mundra b) Adani Power Mundra c) NTPC Dadri d) Reliance Power Sasan Ans: b) Adani Power Mundra 7.The partnership for a 400MW renewable portfolio in India involves JBIC-Osaka Gas and which Indian company? a) Adani Green Energy b) ReNew Power c) Clean Max d) Tata Power Solar Ans: c) Clean Max 8.Which two companies are collaborating on 5G and Open RAN systems as part of the India-Japan ICT advancements? a) Wipro and Fujitsu b) TCS and NEC c) NEC and Reliance Jio d) Infosys and Hitachi Ans: c) NEC and Reliance Jio 9.In the ICT sector, NTT Data and Neysa Networks are committing to a large AI data center cluster in which Indian city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) Hyderabad d) Pune Ans: c) Hyderabad 10.The Chandrayaan-5 mission, an agreement between ISRO and JAXA, is part of which specific lunar exploration program? a) Gaganyaan b) Mangalyaan-2 c) Lunar Polar Exploration (LUPEX) d) Shukrayaan Ans: c) Lunar Polar Exploration (LUPEX) 11.The 'Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025' national challenge is being conducted by the Indian Army in collaboration with which two entities? a) IIT Bombay and NASSCOM b) IIT Delhi and CERT-In c) IIT Madras and CyberPeace d) IIT Kanpur and DRDO Ans: c) IIT Madras and CyberPeace 12.What is the primary focus of the deepened 'Special Strategic and Global Partnership' between India and Japan? a) Military alliances and defense production b) Economic security and innovation c) Cultural exchange and tourism d) Agricultural development and food security Ans: b) Economic security and innovation 13.Beyond Renesas Electronics, which other Japanese company has formed a strategic tie-up with Tata Electronics to strengthen India's semiconductor ecosystem? a) Toshiba b) Sony c) Tokyo Electron d) Panasonic Ans: c) Tokyo Electron 14.The collaboration between India and Japan on critical minerals is coordinated through which multilateral frameworks? a) BRICS and SCO b) ASEAN and BIMSTEC c) Mineral Security Partnership and Quad Critical Minerals Initiatives d) G7 and OECD Ans: c) Mineral Security Partnership and Quad Critical Minerals Initiatives 15.Which of the following technologies are Global Capability Centers (GCCs) in India leveraging for digital transformation, as mentioned in the content? a) Only Cloud Computing and Blockchain b) Only AI and ML c) GenAI, AI, ML, IoT, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain d) Only Quantum Computing and Drone Technology Ans: c) GenAI, AI, ML, IoT, Data Analytics, Cloud Computing, and Blockchain

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1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter (Q1) of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.3% b) 6.8% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.Which of the following factors was a primary contributor to India's robust economic gro...

1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the April-June quarter (Q1) of fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.3% b) 6.8% c) 7.8% d) 8.2% Ans: c) 7.8% 2.Which of the following factors was a primary contributor to India's robust economic growth in Q1 FY25-26? a) Decreased government spending and weak manufacturing b) Increased government spending and healthy manufacturing sector growth c) Decline in consumer sentiment and reduced GFCF d) Stagnant exports and foreign investment outflow Ans: b) Increased government spending and healthy manufacturing sector growth 3.What is the total percentage of the steep tariff imposed by the United States on Indian products, effective August 27, 2025? a) 25% b) 40% c) 50% d) 75% Ans: c) 50% 4.The US tariff on Indian products includes a penalty related to India's purchases of oil from which country? a) Iran b) Venezuela c) Russia d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) Russia 5.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as being among the hardest hit by the new US tariffs? a) Textiles b) Leather c) Pharmaceuticals d) Jewellery Ans: c) Pharmaceuticals 6.Who is the current Commerce and Industry Minister of India, mentioned in the context of government measures to mitigate tariff impact? a) V Anantha Nageswaran b) Mukesh Ambani c) Piyush Goyal d) Isha Ambani Ans: c) Piyush Goyal 7.According to Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran, what is the anticipated growth range for the Indian economy in FY26, despite the high tariffs? a) 5.0% - 5.5% b) 6.3% - 6.8% c) 7.0% - 7.5% d) 7.8% - 8.0% Ans: b) 6.3% - 6.8% 8.The Indian government plans to diversify trade to new international markets, particularly towards which region, to mitigate the impact of US tariffs? a) European Union b) Southeast Asia c) Middle East d) Latin America Ans: c) Middle East 9.What was the all-time low value reached by the Indian Rupee against the US Dollar on August 29, primarily due to tariff concerns? a) 79.8096 b) 88.2960 c) 24.4268 d) 50.0000 Ans: b) 88.2960 10.How did Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) react to the news of US tariffs on August 29, as per the provided content? a) They increased their long positions. b) They decreased their short positions. c) They increased their short positions. d) They showed no significant change in positions. Ans: c) They increased their short positions. 11.What is the target timeframe for Jio's Initial Public Offering (IPO) as announced by Mukesh Ambani? a) Second half of 2025 b) First half of 2026 c) End of 2027 d) First half of 2027 Ans: b) First half of 2026 12.Reliance Industries aims to double its EBITDA by the end of which year? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2028 Ans: c) 2027 13.What is the name of the new unit formed by Reliance to drive its artificial intelligence ambitions? a) Reliance AI Labs b) Jio Intelligence c) Reliance Digital d) Reliance Intelligence Ans: d) Reliance Intelligence 14.Who highlighted Reliance Retail's target of achieving a revenue CAGR of over 20% in the next three years? a) Mukesh Ambani b) Piyush Goyal c) V Anantha Nageswaran d) Isha Ambani Ans: d) Isha Ambani

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1.Which international organization issued a stark warning about the worsening starvation crisis and famine in Gaza City? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) c) World Food Programme (WFP) d) D...

1.Which international organization issued a stark warning about the worsening starvation crisis and famine in Gaza City? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) c) World Food Programme (WFP) d) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Ans: b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) 2.What significant military action did Israel declare regarding Gaza City as the conflict intensified? a) A complete withdrawal of forces b) A 'dangerous combat zone' and initial stages of an offensive c) The establishment of a new humanitarian corridor d) A long-term ceasefire agreement Ans: b) A 'dangerous combat zone' and initial stages of an offensive 3.What was the UN Security Council's recent decision regarding the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon? a) To expand its mandate significantly b) To extend its mission indefinitely c) To end it over the next two years d) To relocate its headquarters Ans: c) To end it over the next two years 4.Which US court ruled that most of former President Donald Trump's tariffs were illegal? a) The US District Court for the Southern District of New York b) The US Supreme Court c) The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit d) The US Court of International Trade Ans: c) The US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit 5.What was the primary reason cited by the federal appeals court for ruling Trump's tariffs illegal? a) They violated international trade agreements b) They were not approved by Congress c) Trump exceeded his authority in using emergency economic powers d) They disproportionately affected US consumers Ans: c) Trump exceeded his authority in using emergency economic powers 6.Which country recently saw its tariffs increased to 50% by the US due to its purchases of Russian oil? a) China b) India c) Germany d) Brazil Ans: b) India 7.Who was the Prime Minister of Thailand recently removed from office by the Constitutional Court? a) Prayut Chan-o-cha b) Srettha Thavisin c) Paetongtarn Shinawatra d) Abhisit Vejjajiva Ans: c) Paetongtarn Shinawatra 8.What was the specific charge leading to the removal of Thailand's Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra? a) Corruption charges related to infrastructure projects b) Ethical misconduct related to a phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen c) Embezzlement of state funds d) Violation of election laws Ans: b) Ethical misconduct related to a phone call with former Cambodian leader Hun Sen 9.How many prime ministers, including Paetongtarn Shinawatra, have been removed by Thai judges since 2008? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Six Ans: c) Five 10.Which country did Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently visit to expand ties in security, economy, clean energy, and human resources? a) South Korea b) Japan c) Australia d) Germany Ans: b) Japan 11.What is the target Japanese private sector investment in India over the next decade, as agreed upon during PM Modi's visit? a) 5 trillion yen ($34 billion) b) 10 trillion yen ($68 billion) c) 15 trillion yen ($102 billion) d) 20 trillion yen ($136 billion) Ans: b) 10 trillion yen ($68 billion) 12.Which international organization's summit is PM Modi set to attend, indicating a diplomatic reset with Beijing? a) G7 Summit b) BRICS Summit c) SCO Summit d) ASEAN Summit Ans: c) SCO Summit 13.Which country has expressed interest in negotiating a trade pact with India? a) Saudi Arabia b) United Arab Emirates c) Qatar d) Oman Ans: c) Qatar 14.What is the name of the scheme for street vendors that the Union Cabinet extended until March 31, 2030? a) PM Kisan Samman Nidhi b) PM Jan Dhan Yojana c) PM SVANidhi d) PM Mudra Yojana Ans: c) PM SVANidhi 15.What is India's bioeconomy target by 2030? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $400 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 16.Who was recently appointed as an Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for a three-year term? a) Raghuram Rajan b) Shaktikanta Das c) Urjit Patel d) Viral Acharya Ans: c) Urjit Patel

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1.What is the total private investment target pledged by Japan for India over the next decade? a) ¥5 trillion (approximately $34 billion) b) ¥10 trillion (approximately $68 billion) c) ¥15 trillion (approximately $102 billion) d) ¥20...

1.What is the total private investment target pledged by Japan for India over the next decade? a) ¥5 trillion (approximately $34 billion) b) ¥10 trillion (approximately $68 billion) c) ¥15 trillion (approximately $102 billion) d) ¥20 trillion (approximately $136 billion) Ans: b) ¥10 trillion (approximately $68 billion) 2.Which sectors are the primary targets for Japan's ¥10 trillion investment in India? a) Healthcare and Education b) Agriculture and Renewable Energy c) Infrastructure and Manufacturing d) Information Technology and Space Research Ans: c) Infrastructure and Manufacturing 3.Which region is the primary focus of the joint exercises emphasized in the revamped security cooperation between India and Japan? a) South China Sea b) Indo-Pacific region c) Indian Ocean d) Arabian Sea Ans: b) Indo-Pacific region 4.After concluding his visit to Japan, where is PM Modi set to attend the annual SCO summit? a) Russia b) China c) Uzbekistan d) Kazakhstan Ans: b) China 5.What percentage tariff did the United States impose on Indian goods, escalating economic tensions? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 6.According to Mukesh Ambani's announcement at the AGM, when is Jio set to file for its Initial Public Offering (IPO)? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 7.What is the name of Reliance Industries' new wholly-owned subsidiary aimed at making artificial intelligence accessible to everyone? a) Reliance Tech b) Reliance AI Solutions c) Reliance Digital d) Reliance Intelligence Ans: d) Reliance Intelligence 8.Under which policy was India's first National Biofoundry Network launched to accelerate biotechnology innovation? a) BioTech Policy 2025 b) National Bio-Innovation Policy c) BioE3 Policy d) Make in India Bio-Policy Ans: c) BioE3 Policy 9.What is India's projected bioeconomy target by 2030, supported by initiatives like the National Biofoundry Network? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $400 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 10.Which company inaugurated one of India's first end-to-end Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test (OSAT) Pilot Line Facilities in Sanand, Gujarat? a) Tata Electronics b) Vedanta Foxconn c) CG Power d) Micron Technology Ans: c) CG Power 11.Former RBI Governor Urjit Patel was appointed as the Executive Director for a three-year term in which international organization? a) World Bank b) Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) d) New Development Bank (NDB) Ans: c) International Monetary Fund (IMF) 12.The Ministry of Minority Affairs launched a new module on the UMEED Portal to assist which specific vulnerable groups with maintenance support? a) Senior Citizens and Disabled Persons b) Farmers and Daily Wage Earners c) Widows, divorced women, and orphans d) Unemployed youth and migrant workers Ans: c) Widows, divorced women, and orphans 13.Which country is set to host the Hero Men's Asia Cup Hockey 2025, where India's campaign begins against China in Rajgir? a) China b) Malaysia c) South Korea d) India Ans: d) India 14.National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 to honor which legendary Indian sportsperson? a) Milkha Singh b) Major Dhyan Chand c) Sachin Tendulkar d) P.T. Usha Ans: b) Major Dhyan Chand 15.On which date did Prime Minister Narendra Modi conclude his significant visit to Japan, reinforcing strategic partnerships? a) August 25, 2025 b) August 27, 2025 c) August 29, 2025 d) August 31, 2025 Ans: c) August 29, 2025

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1.Who officially launched India's first National Biofoundry Network? a) Jitendra Singh b) Narendra Modi c) Amit Shah d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: a) Jitendra Singh 2.The National Biofoundry Network was launched coinciding with...

1.Who officially launched India's first National Biofoundry Network? a) Jitendra Singh b) Narendra Modi c) Amit Shah d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: a) Jitendra Singh 2.The National Biofoundry Network was launched coinciding with the one-year anniversary of which policy? a) National Biotechnology Policy b) BioE3 Policy c) Make in India Policy d) National Bioeconomy Policy Ans: b) BioE3 Policy 3.What is the target for India's bioeconomy by the year 2030? a) $100 billion b) $165.7 billion c) $300 billion d) $500 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 4.Which organization facilitated the transfer of ISRO-developed technologies to private Indian companies? a) DRDO b) IN-SPACe c) HAL d) BEL Ans: b) IN-SPACe 5.The Low Temperature Co-Fired Ceramic (LTCC) Multi-Chip Module, transferred by ISRO, was developed by which specific ISRO centre? a) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) b) Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) c) Space Application Centre (SAC) d) U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) Ans: c) Space Application Centre (SAC) 6.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's first 'Made-in-India' global Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) launched by PM Modi? a) e-Swift b) e-Alto c) e VITARA d) e-Baleno Ans: c) e VITARA 7.In which city and state is Maruti-Suzuki's new lithium-ion battery production facility located? a) Gurugram, Haryana b) Chennai, Tamil Nadu c) Hansalpur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat d) Pune, Maharashtra Ans: c) Hansalpur, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 8.India successfully test-fired the Agni-V ballistic missile from a test range in which state? a) Andhra Pradesh b) Odisha c) Rajasthan d) Karnataka Ans: b) Odisha 9.What is the strike range of the Agni-V ballistic missile? a) Less than 1,000 km b) 2,000-3,000 km c) Exceeding 5,000 km d) Over 10,000 km Ans: c) Exceeding 5,000 km 10.The Agni-V missile is capable of traveling at what approximate hypersonic speed? a) Nearly 10,000 km per hour b) Nearly 20,000 km per hour c) Nearly 30,000 km per hour d) Nearly 40,000 km per hour Ans: c) Nearly 30,000 km per hour

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1.What was the closing value of the Sensex on Thursday, August 28, 2025, as mentioned in the article? a) 80,786.57 b) 80,080.57 c) 24,500.90 d) 24,711.90 Ans: b) 80,080.57 2.Which of the following sectors experienced a decli...

1.What was the closing value of the Sensex on Thursday, August 28, 2025, as mentioned in the article? a) 80,786.57 b) 80,080.57 c) 24,500.90 d) 24,711.90 Ans: b) 80,080.57 2.Which of the following sectors experienced a decline of over 1% on August 28, 2025, according to the article? a) IT b) FMCG c) PSU Banks d) All of the above Ans: d) All of the above 3.What was the primary catalyst identified for the Indian stock market's substantial decline on August 28, 2025? a) Weak earnings reports b) Foreign capital outflows c) New US tariffs on Indian goods d) RBI's policy changes Ans: c) New US tariffs on Indian goods 4.On what date did the new round of US tariffs on Indian goods come into effect? a) August 25, 2025 b) August 27, 2025 c) August 28, 2025 d) July 31, 2025 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 5.To what percentage were overall duties raised by the US on certain Indian exports due to the new tariffs? a) 10% b) 25% c) 50% d) 75% Ans: c) 50% 6.The new US tariffs on Indian goods are largely seen as a consequence of India's continued purchase of which product? a) Crude oil from Iran b) Russian crude oil c) US agricultural products d) Chinese electronics Ans: b) Russian crude oil 7.Which of the following Indian export sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as expected to be among the worst-hit by the new US tariffs? a) Textiles b) Gems and jewellery c) Pharmaceuticals d) Auto parts Ans: c) Pharmaceuticals 8.According to its August bulletin, what specific risk did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) acknowledge regarding US trade policies? a) Risk to inflation b) Risk to overall demand c) Risk to banking sector stability d) Risk to foreign exchange reserves Ans: b) Risk to overall demand 9.Who is the current Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, as mentioned in the provided text? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Raghuram Rajan c) Urjit Patel d) Sanjay Malhotra Ans: d) Sanjay Malhotra 10.On what date did RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra state the central bank's readiness to provide financial support to worst-impacted sectors? a) August 25 b) August 27 c) August 28 d) July 31 Ans: a) August 25 11.The RBI is reportedly considering restricting shadow banks from which specific activity? a) Lending to small businesses b) Investing in real estate c) Duplicating the business activities of their parent companies d) Issuing credit cards Ans: c) Duplicating the business activities of their parent companies 12.According to the 'EY Economy Watch August 2025' report, by which year is India projected to become the world's second-largest economy in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP)? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2038 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2038 13.What is the projected GDP of India by 2038, according to the 'EY Economy Watch August 2025' report? a) $25.5 trillion b) $30.0 trillion c) $34.2 trillion d) $40.5 trillion Ans: c) $34.2 trillion 14.Which of the following is NOT cited as a reason for India's robust long-term economic outlook in the EY report? a) A young workforce b) High savings and investment rates c) Dependence on foreign aid d) Favorable demographics Ans: c) Dependence on foreign aid 15.What percentage of India's GDP could potentially be impacted by the US tariffs, according to the article? a) 0.5% b) 0.9% c) 1.5% d) 2.0% Ans: b) 0.9% 16.What was India's industrial production growth rate in July, marking a four-month high? a) 2.1% b) 3.5% c) 4.2% d) 5.0% Ans: b) 3.5% 17.The improvement in India's industrial production in July was primarily driven by which sector? a) Services sector b) Agriculture sector c) Manufacturing sector d) Mining sector Ans: c) Manufacturing sector

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1.The Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, was recently subjected to renewed missile and drone strikes. Which US President, while unhappy, was reportedly not surprised by these attacks and urged "both sides" to end the conflict? a) Joe Biden b) ...

1.The Ukrainian capital, Kyiv, was recently subjected to renewed missile and drone strikes. Which US President, while unhappy, was reportedly not surprised by these attacks and urged "both sides" to end the conflict? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 2.Russian forces have reportedly made gains in which Ukrainian region amidst renewed conflict? a) Lviv Oblast b) Odesa Oblast c) Dnipropetrovsk region d) Kharkiv Oblast Ans: c) Dnipropetrovsk region 3.In response to recent attacks in Ukraine, which included hits on the British Council and EU offices, which two entities summoned top Russian diplomats? a) NATO and the United States b) The UK and the EU c) The UN and France d) Germany and Poland Ans: b) The UK and the EU 4.Which religious leader recently condemned Israeli attacks in Gaza, calling them 'collective punishment'? a) Pope Francis b) Pope Benedict XVI c) Pope Leo XIV d) Patriarch Kirill Ans: c) Pope Leo XIV 5.Amidst escalating violence in the Middle East, which two countries' officials are reportedly holding ceasefire talks regarding the Israel-Gaza conflict? a) Egypt and Jordan b) Russia and China c) US and Israel d) Saudi Arabia and Iran Ans: c) US and Israel 6.The Trump administration recently imposed new 50% tariffs on exports from which country, challenging its trade momentum? a) China b) Mexico c) India d) Canada Ans: c) India 7.According to an EY report based on IMF projections, by what year is India projected to become the world's second-largest economy in purchasing power parity (PPP) terms? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2038 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2038 8.To offset potential losses from recent tariff impositions, India is actively bolstering trade ties with which two countries, among others? a) Japan and South Korea b) Germany and France c) Australia and New Zealand d) China and Russia Ans: d) China and Russia 9.Which two countries recently restored full diplomatic ties by naming new high commissioners, 10 months after a dispute involving an alleged political assassination? a) USA and Mexico b) Canada and India c) UK and Australia d) France and Germany Ans: b) Canada and India 10.Who has Canada appointed as its new high commissioner to India as part of restoring diplomatic ties? a) David Johnston b) Christopher Cooter c) Justin Trudeau d) Melanie Joly Ans: b) Christopher Cooter 11.In which US city did a tragic church shooting occur recently, resulting in the deaths of two Catholic school students and wounding more than a dozen children? a) Chicago b) New York City c) Minneapolis d) Los Angeles Ans: c) Minneapolis 12.President Javier Milei of which country recently faced a strong backlash at a campaign rally due to a widening corruption scandal involving his sister? a) Brazil b) Argentina c) Chile d) Mexico Ans: b) Argentina 13.The UN General Assembly recently launched two significant initiatives, the Independent International Scientific Panel on AI and the Global Dialogue on AI Governance. What is the primary purpose of these initiatives? a) To regulate global internet traffic b) To promote global cooperation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance c) To establish international cybersecurity protocols d) To fund AI research in developing countries Ans: b) To promote global cooperation on Artificial Intelligence (AI) governance

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1.When is National Sports Day celebrated annually in India? a) August 27 b) August 28 c) August 29 d) September 1 Ans: c) August 29 2.National Sports Day in India commemorates the birth anniversary of which legendary sports ...

1.When is National Sports Day celebrated annually in India? a) August 27 b) August 28 c) August 29 d) September 1 Ans: c) August 29 2.National Sports Day in India commemorates the birth anniversary of which legendary sports personality? a) Sachin Tendulkar b) Major Dhyan Chand c) Milkha Singh d) Kapil Dev Ans: b) Major Dhyan Chand 3.What was the theme for the National Sports Day 2025 celebration? a) "Sports for All" b) "Fit India, Healthy India" c) "Sport to Promote Peaceful Societies" d) "Play for Gold" Ans: c) "Sport to Promote Peaceful Societies" 4.Major Dhyan Chand, often referred to as the "Hockey Wizard," led India to Olympic gold medals in which of the following sets of years? a) 1924, 1928, 1932 b) 1928, 1932, 1936 c) 1932, 1936, 1940 d) 1936, 1948, 1952 Ans: b) 1928, 1932, 1936 5.The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports collaborated with which other mission to organize the three-day nationwide event for National Sports Day 2025? a) Swachh Bharat Mission b) Digital India Mission c) Fit India Mission d) Make in India Mission Ans: c) Fit India Mission 6.What percentage of new tariffs did the United States impose on India, as mentioned in the current affairs content? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 7.The additional "penalty tariff" imposed by the US in August 2025 on India was linked to India's purchases of which specific items? a) Chinese electronics and textiles b) Russian oil and defence imports c) European automotive parts and machinery d) Middle Eastern agricultural products Ans: b) Russian oil and defence imports 8.Which of the following Indian sectors were NOT listed as significantly impacted by the new US tariffs? a) Textiles and Apparel b) Gems and Jewellery c) Pharmaceuticals and IT Services d) Shrimp and Leather Ans: c) Pharmaceuticals and IT Services 9.To offset potential export losses due to US tariffs, which new markets is India expanding its outreach to, as mentioned in the content? a) European Union and Canada b) African nations and Latin America c) Textiles and Chemicals d) Automotive and Electronics Ans: c) Textiles and Chemicals 10.Which city has been officially identified as the proposed host for India's bid for the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 11.Beyond the 2030 Commonwealth Games, Ahmedabad is also being positioned as a frontrunner for which major international sporting event? a) 2032 Summer Olympics b) 2034 Asian Games c) 2036 Olympic Games d) 2038 FIFA World Cup Ans: c) 2036 Olympic Games 12.According to an EY report based on IMF projections, by which year is India projected to become the world's second-largest economy in purchasing power parity (PPP) terms? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2038 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2038 13.What is India's projected GDP by 2038 in PPP terms, as per the EY report? a) USD 25.5 trillion b) USD 30.0 trillion c) USD 34.2 trillion d) USD 40.5 trillion Ans: c) USD 34.2 trillion 14.Which Union Minister launched India's first National Biofoundry Network and the 'Biotechnology for Economy, Environment and Employment (BioE3) Challenge for Youth'? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Jitendra Singh d) Amit Shah Ans: c) Jitendra Singh 15.The 'BioE3' initiative, launched on August 27, 2025, primarily aims to strengthen which sector as a key pillar of India's economic growth? a) Information Technology b) Manufacturing c) Biotechnology d) Renewable Energy Ans: c) Biotechnology 16.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a structural reform contributing to India's robust economic growth trajectory? a) GST b) IBC c) UPI d) Demonetization Ans: d) Demonetization 17.What is the primary focus of the three-day event organized for National Sports Day 2025, besides promoting Olympic values? a) Encouraging competitive sports participation b) Dedicating at least one hour daily to physical activities c) Hosting international sports championships d) Promoting traditional Indian games Ans: b) Dedicating at least one hour daily to physical activities

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1.Who launched India's first National Biofoundry Network on August 27, 2025? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh c) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh d) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman A...

1.Who launched India's first National Biofoundry Network on August 27, 2025? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh c) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh d) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: b) Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh 2.What is the ambitious target for India's bioeconomy by the year 2030? a) $165.7 billion b) $200 billion c) $250 billion d) $300 billion Ans: d) $300 billion 3.The BioE3 Policy, emphasized by Minister Singh, extends beyond research and innovation to encompass which three key areas? a) Education, Energy, and Exports b) Economy, Environment, and Employment c) Engineering, Ethics, and Entrepreneurship d) Efficiency, Ecology, and Equity Ans: b) Economy, Environment, and Employment 4.Which organization facilitated the transfer of five ISRO-developed technologies to Indian companies on August 27, 2025? a) NewSpace India Limited (NSIL) b) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) c) Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Ans: c) Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) 5.The technology transfer agreements facilitated by IN-SPACe were tripartite. Which entities were involved in these agreements? a) ISRO, Ministry of Defence, and recipient industries b) NSIL, recipient industries, and IN-SPACe c) DRDO, ISRO, and private companies d) Ministry of Science and Technology, ISRO, and startups Ans: b) NSIL, recipient industries, and IN-SPACe 6.The Low Temperature Co-Fired Ceramic (LTCC) Multi-Chip Module technology, transferred to Voltix Semicon Pvt Ltd for biomedical applications, was developed by which ISRO centre? a) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) b) Space Applications Centre (SAC) c) ISRO Propulsion Complex (IPRC) d) U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) Ans: b) Space Applications Centre (SAC) 7.What specific application is mentioned for the RTV Silicone Single-Part Adhesive (SILCEM R9) transferred to Crest Speciality Resins Pvt Ltd? a) Aerospace components b) Biomedical implants c) Solar panel bonding d) Automotive engine parts Ans: c) Solar panel bonding 8.The Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 is a collaboration between the Indian Army and which other entities? a) DRDO and NITI Aayog b) IIT Madras and CyberPeace c) ISRO and NSIL d) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and AIIMS Ans: b) IIT Madras and CyberPeace 9.Which of the following domains are key focus areas for innovation in the Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025? a) Traditional manufacturing and textile design b) Biotechnology and genetic engineering c) Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Quantum Computing, and Drone Technology d) Civil engineering and urban planning Ans: c) Artificial Intelligence (AI), Machine Learning (ML), Quantum Computing, and Drone Technology 10.The Indian Army Terrier Cyber Quest 2025 includes which two specific challenges? a) Robotics Challenge and Data Visualization Competition b) Bug Hunting Challenge and Datathon c) Network Security Audit and Cloud Computing Design d) Cryptography Contest and Ethical Hacking Marathon Ans: b) Bug Hunting Challenge and Datathon 11.India's bioeconomy witnessed substantial growth from $10 billion in 2014 to approximately what value in 2024? a) $50 billion b) $100 billion c) $165.7 billion d) $300 billion Ans: c) $165.7 billion

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1.What is India's projected GDP in Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) terms by 2038, according to the EY report? a) USD 48 billion b) USD 6.5 trillion c) USD 34.2 trillion d) USD 104 crore Ans: c) USD 34.2 trillion 2.By which yea...

1.What is India's projected GDP in Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) terms by 2038, according to the EY report? a) USD 48 billion b) USD 6.5 trillion c) USD 34.2 trillion d) USD 104 crore Ans: c) USD 34.2 trillion 2.By which year is India projected to become the world's third-largest economy in market exchange rate terms? a) 2038 b) 2028 c) 2025 d) 2026 Ans: b) 2028 3.The 50% tariff imposed by the United States on Indian exports came into effect on: a) August 27, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) July 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 4.What was the primary reason cited for the US imposing a 50% tariff on Indian exports? a) Trade deficit concerns b) India's purchases of Russian oil c) Intellectual property rights violations d) Lack of market access for US goods Ans: b) India's purchases of Russian oil 5.What is the estimated value of Indian exports expected to be affected by the US tariffs? a) Over $48 billion b) $34.2 trillion c) $1 billion d) Rs 104 crore Ans: a) Over $48 billion 6.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as being most likely to bear the brunt of the US tariffs? a) Textiles b) Gems and jewellery c) Pharmaceuticals d) Leather Ans: c) Pharmaceuticals 7.What was India's overall economic growth rate for FY2025? a) 7.4% b) 6.5% c) 5.0% d) 6.0% Ans: b) 6.5% 8.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) real GDP growth forecast for FY2025-26? a) 7.4% b) 6.5% c) 7.0% d) 6.8% Ans: b) 6.5% 9.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a key driver of India's domestic demand, as per the economic performance review? a) Robust consumption b) Resilient capital markets c) High government expenditure d) Digitally skilled workforce Ans: c) High government expenditure 10.What significant shift in tax collection was noted for the first time, as per the provided content? a) Corporate tax collection surpassed personal income tax b) GST collection surpassed direct taxes c) Personal income tax collection surpassed corporate tax d) Customs duties became the highest source of revenue Ans: c) Personal income tax collection surpassed corporate tax 11.How much foreign funding does the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) plan to secure in FY26? a) USD 48 billion b) USD 34.2 trillion c) USD 1 billion d) Rs 104 crore Ans: c) USD 1 billion 12.What was the total amount of GST evasion uncovered in the illicit tobacco trade in the first quarter? a) Rs 104 crore b) Rs 48 billion c) Rs 61 crore d) Rs 1 billion Ans: a) Rs 104 crore 13.Who is the Minister of State for External Affairs mentioned as affirming the strength of the Indian economy and industries amidst global tariff pressures? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) S. Jaishankar c) Kirti Vardhan Singh d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Kirti Vardhan Singh 14.Which of the following is NOT cited as a factor underpinning India's optimistic economic outlook according to the EY report? a) High savings and investment rates b) Favorable demographics c) Sustainable fiscal position d) Low inflation rates Ans: d) Low inflation rates 15.India's private sector activity recorded its fastest expansion in August, primarily driven by a surge in demand within which sector? a) Manufacturing sector b) Agriculture sector c) Services sector d) IT sector Ans: c) Services sector 16.Which of the following is a strategy the Indian government is exploring to mitigate the impact of US tariffs? a) Imposing retaliatory tariffs on US goods b) Exploring new markets for exports c) Seeking financial aid from international bodies d) Reducing domestic production to match lower demand Ans: b) Exploring new markets for exports 17.What was the expansion rate of the Indian economy in the fourth quarter of FY2025? a) 6.5% b) 7.4% c) 6.0% d) 5.8% Ans: b) 7.4% 18.Which of the following countries is NOT mentioned as a partner with whom India is currently conducting Free Trade Agreement (FTA) negotiations? a) European Union (EU) b) New Zealand c) Japan d) Chile Ans: c) Japan

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1.In the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting incident, what was reportedly found written on one of the weapons used by the shooter, Robin Westman? a) "Stop Violence" b) "Kill Trump" c) "Freedom Now" d) "No War" Ans: b) "Kill Trump" ...

1.In the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting incident, what was reportedly found written on one of the weapons used by the shooter, Robin Westman? a) "Stop Violence" b) "Kill Trump" c) "Freedom Now" d) "No War" Ans: b) "Kill Trump" 2.The FBI is investigating the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting as a potential act of which two types of crimes? a) Robbery and Arson b) Kidnapping and Extortion c) Terrorism and anti-Catholic hate crime d) Domestic dispute and accidental shooting Ans: c) Terrorism and anti-Catholic hate crime 3.How did the shooter, Robin Westman, reportedly die after the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting? a) Shot by police b) Self-inflicted gunshot wound c) Died from injuries sustained in a struggle d) Arrested and later died in custody Ans: b) Self-inflicted gunshot wound 4.How many children died in the Minneapolis Catholic school shooting incident? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: b) Two 5.What percentage tariff did US President Donald Trump impose on India, which recently came into effect? a) 10 percent b) 25 percent c) 50 percent d) 75 percent Ans: c) 50 percent 6.Which White House trade adviser reportedly characterized the Russia-Ukraine conflict as "Modi's war"? a) Robert Lighthizer b) Peter Navarro c) Wilbur Ross d) Larry Kudlow Ans: b) Peter Navarro 7.Despite the return of UN nuclear inspectors, Iran has clarified that this does not signify a full resumption of cooperation. When was cooperation previously suspended? a) Following missile tests in April b) After sanctions were imposed in May c) Following attacks in June attributed to Israel and the United States d) Due to internal political unrest in July Ans: c) Following attacks in June attributed to Israel and the United States 8.Which religious leader has issued a strong appeal for an end to the hostilities in the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict? a) Pope Francis b) Pope Benedict XVI c) Pope Leo d) The Ecumenical Patriarch Ans: c) Pope Leo 9.In which West Bank city have Israeli military operations been reported amidst the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict? a) Ramallah b) Bethlehem c) Hebron d) Nablus Ans: d) Nablus 10.What specific warning has been issued to Palestinians regarding Gaza City amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict? a) Imminent peace talks b) Inevitable evacuation c) Humanitarian aid blockade d) New settlement construction Ans: b) Inevitable evacuation 11.Denmark recently summoned the US envoy over allegations of a US influence operation in which specific territory? a) Faroe Islands b) Greenland c) Bornholm d) Jutland Ans: b) Greenland 12.Which company recently achieved a nearly flawless test flight of its giant Mars rocket? a) Blue Origin b) NASA c) SpaceX d) United Launch Alliance Ans: c) SpaceX

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1.The recent massive landslide that temporarily halted the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage occurred near which location? a) Near Katra b) Near Adh Kunwari c) Near Jammu City d) Near Pahalgam Ans: b) Near Adh Kunwari 2.What is the to...

1.The recent massive landslide that temporarily halted the Vaishno Devi pilgrimage occurred near which location? a) Near Katra b) Near Adh Kunwari c) Near Jammu City d) Near Pahalgam Ans: b) Near Adh Kunwari 2.What is the total tariff percentage imposed by the United States on Indian goods, effective August 27, 2025? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 3.Which of the following reasons was cited by the US President for imposing tariffs on Indian goods? a) India's human rights record b) India's purchases of Russian oil c) India's nuclear program advancements d) India's trade surplus with China Ans: b) India's purchases of Russian oil 4.In response to the US tariffs, what 'mantra' is the Indian government promoting to reduce reliance on exports? a) 'Make in India' b) 'Digital India' c) 'Swachh Bharat' d) 'Swadeshi' Ans: d) 'Swadeshi' 5.Which Indian city has been identified as the 'ideal' venue for India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Ahmedabad d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Ahmedabad 6.Who officially approved India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports b) Indian Olympic Association c) The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) The Parliament of India Ans: c) The Union Cabinet led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi 7.What is the primary objective of India's 'Mission Sudarshan Chakra'? a) To develop a new generation of fighter aircraft b) To establish a multi-layered missile defense system c) To build advanced naval submarines d) To launch a new series of communication satellites Ans: b) To establish a multi-layered missile defense system 8.When is India expected to commence testing of new long-range interceptor missiles as part of 'Mission Sudarshan Chakra'? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2026 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Japan to participate in which specific summit? a) The G7 Summit b) The Quad Leaders' Summit c) The 15th India-Japan Annual Summit d) The India-Japan Economic Forum Ans: c) The 15th India-Japan Annual Summit 10.How many judges did the Supreme Court Collegium propose to transfer across High Courts, as per the recent judicial developments? a) 9 b) 14 c) 21 d) 30 Ans: b) 14

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1.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's inaugural battery electric vehicle (BEV) unveiled by PM Modi? a) e-Swift b) e VITARA c) Electric Baleno d) Nexa EV Ans: b) e VITARA 2.The launch of Maruti-Suzuki's e VITARA and its lithi...

1.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's inaugural battery electric vehicle (BEV) unveiled by PM Modi? a) e-Swift b) e VITARA c) Electric Baleno d) Nexa EV Ans: b) e VITARA 2.The launch of Maruti-Suzuki's e VITARA and its lithium battery facility took place in which district of Gujarat? a) Gandhinagar b) Surat c) Ahmedabad d) Vadodara Ans: c) Ahmedabad 3.The lithium-ion battery production facility inaugurated alongside the e VITARA is a joint venture involving which three companies? a) Maruti, Toshiba, Denso b) Suzuki, Tata, Denso c) Suzuki, Toshiba, Denso d) Maruti, Samsung, Toshiba Ans: c) Suzuki, Toshiba, Denso 4.What is the projected investment by Suzuki Motor in India over the next five to six years? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹70,000 crore d) ₹80,000 crore Ans: c) ₹70,000 crore 5.India holds what position in the world's largest car markets, as mentioned in the context of Suzuki's investment? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 6.What was the name of the critical air drop test successfully completed by ISRO for the Gaganyaan mission? a) Gaganyaan Test-01 b) Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) c) Orbital Re-entry Test (ORT-01) d) Parachute Deployment Test (PDT-01) Ans: b) Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) 7.The Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) for the Gaganyaan mission was conducted at which ISRO facility? a) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC) b) U R Rao Satellite Centre (URSC) c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) d) Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC) Ans: c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC) 8.What is the primary objective of ISRO's Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission? a) To establish a permanent space station b) To send Indian astronauts into space c) To launch a new series of communication satellites d) To conduct deep space exploration Ans: b) To send Indian astronauts into space 9.India's bioeconomy is projected to reach what valuation by the year 2030? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $400 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 10.Who announced the projection for India's bioeconomy to reach $300 billion by 2030? a) The Prime Minister b) The Finance Minister c) The Science and Technology Minister d) The Commerce Minister Ans: c) The Science and Technology Minister 11.On what date did PM Modi unveil Maruti-Suzuki's 'e VITARA' and the lithium battery facility? a) August 25, 2025 b) August 26, 2025 c) August 27, 2025 d) August 28, 2025 Ans: b) August 26, 2025 12.The 'e VITARA' electric car is slated for export to how many countries, including Japan? a) Over 50 countries b) Exactly 75 countries c) Over 100 countries d) Only Japan and a few select Asian markets Ans: c) Over 100 countries

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1.On what date did the United States' 50% tariff on Indian goods become effective? a) August 27, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) October 15, 2024 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 2.What is cited as the primary reason ...

1.On what date did the United States' 50% tariff on Indian goods become effective? a) August 27, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) October 15, 2024 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 2.What is cited as the primary reason for the United States imposing a 50% tariff on Indian goods? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's discounted imports of Russian crude oil c) India's intellectual property rights violations d) India's restrictions on US agricultural imports Ans: b) India's discounted imports of Russian crude oil 3.Which of the following Indian sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as being particularly vulnerable to the new US tariffs? a) Textiles b) Pharmaceuticals c) Gems and jewellery d) Leather Ans: b) Pharmaceuticals 4.The trade estimates suggest that the new US tariffs could affect approximately how much worth of Indian exports? a) ₹25,000 crore b) ₹35,000 crore c) ₹45,000 crore d) ₹55,000 crore Ans: c) ₹45,000 crore 5.Economists predict India's economic growth could slow by what range this fiscal year due to the tariffs? a) 0.1-0.2% b) 0.3-0.8% c) 0.9-1.2% d) 1.5-2.0% Ans: b) 0.3-0.8% 6.What is the estimated number of jobs at risk in India in the near term due to the elevated tariffs? a) Up to 500,000 b) Up to 1 million c) Up to 1.5 million d) Up to 2 million Ans: d) Up to 2 million 7.Despite the immediate impact of tariffs, what real GDP growth forecast has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) maintained for FY2025-26? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 8.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a crucial cushion against the tariff shock for India's economy? a) Strong domestic demand b) Robust macroeconomic fundamentals c) Significant foreign aid d) Diversified export base Ans: c) Significant foreign aid 9.What 'mantra' is the Indian government reportedly pushing in response to the US tariffs, as called for by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) 'Make in India' b) 'Digital India' c) 'Swadeshi' and 'vocal for local' d) 'Skill India' Ans: c) 'Swadeshi' and 'vocal for local' 10.Which industry body is advocating for a one-year moratorium on both principal and interest payments for exporters? a) Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) b) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) c) Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) d) NASSCOM Ans: c) Federation of Indian Export Organisations (FIEO) 11.India aims to become a $7.1 trillion economy by which year? a) 2028 b) 2029 c) 2030 d) 2032 Ans: c) 2030 12.What was the GVA growth recorded by India's manufacturing sector in FY2024? a) 9.5% b) 10.25% c) 11.89% d) 12.5% Ans: c) 11.89% 13.Employment in industries in India rose to how many crore in FY2024? a) 1.50 crore b) 1.65 crore c) 1.84 crore d) 2.00 crore Ans: c) 1.84 crore 14.According to the text, the US decision to impose tariffs is seen by some as primarily what kind of maneuver? a) Purely economic b) Humanitarian c) Geopolitical d) Environmental Ans: c) Geopolitical 15.The Commerce Ministry is holding meetings with exporters to discuss strategies related to: a) Import substitution b) Shipment diversification c) Domestic market expansion d) Technology transfer Ans: b) Shipment diversification

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1.According to recent reports, how many children have reportedly succumbed to starvation in Gaza? a) 14 b) 76 c) 119 d) 313 Ans: c) 119 2.What percentage of essential food items was reportedly allowed into Gaza last month, c...

1.According to recent reports, how many children have reportedly succumbed to starvation in Gaza? a) 14 b) 76 c) 119 d) 313 Ans: c) 119 2.What percentage of essential food items was reportedly allowed into Gaza last month, contributing to the humanitarian crisis? a) 10% b) 14% c) 25% d) 50% Ans: b) 14% 3.Which hospital was the site of a deadly strike that killed 21 people, including five journalists, according to the provided information? a) Al-Shifa Hospital b) Nasser Hospital c) European Gaza Hospital d) Kamal Adwan Hospital Ans: b) Nasser Hospital 4.Which international organization stated that U.S. forces and personnel could face liability for Israeli war crimes due to their intelligence and coordination involvement? a) Amnesty International b) Human Rights Watch c) Doctors Without Borders d) International Criminal Court Ans: b) Human Rights Watch 5.Which religious figure demanded an end to 'collective punishment' and forced displacement of Palestinians in Gaza? a) Pope Francis b) Pope Benedict XVI c) Pope Leo XIV d) Patriarch Kirill Ans: c) Pope Leo XIV 6.All of the following European leaders visited Chisinau, Moldova, to express solidarity EXCEPT: a) French President Emmanuel Macron b) German Chancellor Friedrich Merz c) Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk d) Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni Ans: d) Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni 7.In what month and year did Moldova's EU accession negotiations officially begin? a) June 2023 b) December 2023 c) June 2024 d) December 2024 Ans: c) June 2024 8.Who is the current pro-European President of Moldova, receiving support from European leaders amidst Russian influence? a) Igor Dodon b) Maia Sandu c) Nicolae Timofti d) Vladimir Voronin Ans: b) Maia Sandu 9.Denmark recently summoned a U.S. diplomat over alleged influence campaigns aimed at weakening relations with Denmark from within which territory? a) Faroe Islands b) Greenland c) Iceland d) Svalbard Ans: b) Greenland 10.In which U.S. city did a tragic school shooting occur, resulting in the deaths of two children and injuring 17 people? a) Chicago b) New York City c) Minneapolis d) Los Angeles Ans: c) Minneapolis 11.Besides Gaza, Israeli military operations were also reported in which cities in the West Bank? a) Bethlehem and Jericho b) Hebron and Jenin c) Nablus and Ramallah d) Tulkarm and Qalqilya Ans: c) Nablus and Ramallah 12.What internal challenge is Russia currently grappling with, reportedly exacerbated by Ukrainian attacks on oil refineries? a) Food shortage b) Fuel crisis c) Electricity blackouts d) Water scarcity Ans: b) Fuel crisis 13.A photojournalist from which major news agency resigned, criticizing its handling of the situation following the killing of journalists in Gaza? a) Associated Press (AP) b) Reuters c) Agence France-Presse (AFP) d) Getty Images Ans: b) Reuters

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1.The devastating landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine occurred at which specific location? a) Katra Town b) Adh Kunwari c) Doda District d) Trikuta Hills Ans: b) Adh Kunwari 2.What was the primary reason cited for the dev...

1.The devastating landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine occurred at which specific location? a) Katra Town b) Adh Kunwari c) Doda District d) Trikuta Hills Ans: b) Adh Kunwari 2.What was the primary reason cited for the devastating landslide near the Vaishno Devi shrine? a) Earthquake activity b) Heavy monsoon rains and cloudburst c) Structural failure of the trekking path d) Excessive pilgrim traffic Ans: b) Heavy monsoon rains and cloudburst 3.Which types of helicopters were deployed by the Indian Air Force (IAF) to assist with flood relief operations in Jammu and Punjab following the landslide? a) Apache and Chinook b) Mi-17 and Chinook c) Dhruv and Chetak d) Rudra and Apache Ans: b) Mi-17 and Chinook 4.When are the new 50% US tariffs on Indian goods exports officially set to come into effect? a) August 27, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 15, 2024 d) January 1, 2025 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 5.The US imposed a 50% tariff on Indian goods, partly attributing the decision to which specific action by India? a) India's trade deficit with the US b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil c) India's intellectual property rights policies d) India's stance on climate change Ans: b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil 6.To mitigate the impact of US tariffs, India is planning dedicated outreach programs in 40 countries, primarily focusing on boosting exports in which sector? a) Information Technology b) Pharmaceuticals c) Textiles d) Automotive Ans: c) Textiles 7.Which Indian city has been proposed as the 'ideal' venue for India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 8.What is the name of Maruti Suzuki's first global electric vehicle, flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) e-Swift b) e-Vitara c) e-Baleno d) e-Alto Ans: b) e-Vitara 9.From which location in Gujarat was Maruti Suzuki's first global electric vehicle, the e-Vitara, flagged off by PM Modi? a) Gandhinagar b) Vadodara c) Hansalpur d) Surat Ans: c) Hansalpur 10.The lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility inaugurated by PM Modi involves a collaboration between Suzuki and which other two companies? a) Toyota and Panasonic b) Honda and LG Chem c) Toshiba and Denso d) Samsung and Hyundai Ans: c) Toshiba and Denso 11.Which Indian city is slated to host the Chess World Cup in 2025? a) Chennai b) Kolkata c) Goa d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Goa 12.Which significant Indian space mission has ISRO made progress on, as mentioned in the provided text? a) Chandrayaan-4 b) Aditya-L2 c) Gaganyaan d) Mangalyaan-2 Ans: c) Gaganyaan 13.How many trains were cancelled due to heavy rains and disrupted rail traffic as mentioned in the content? a) 25 b) 30 c) 45 d) 50 Ans: c) 45 14.From which institute were nearly 50 students rescued after their hostel was submerged by floodwaters? a) Indian Institute of Technology, Jammu b) Indian Institute of Management, Jammu c) Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Jammu d) Indian Institute of Public Administration, Jammu Ans: c) Indian Institute of Integrative Medicine, Jammu

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1.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's first battery electric vehicle (BEV) inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi? a) EV Swift b) e VITARA c) Electric WagonR d) Nexa EV Ans: b) e VITARA 2.In which location was Maruti-Suzuki's first...

1.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's first battery electric vehicle (BEV) inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi? a) EV Swift b) e VITARA c) Electric WagonR d) Nexa EV Ans: b) e VITARA 2.In which location was Maruti-Suzuki's first battery electric vehicle (BEV) and a new lithium-ion battery production facility inaugurated? a) Bengaluru, Karnataka b) Mumbai, Maharashtra c) Hansalpur, Ahmedabad d) Chennai, Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Hansalpur, Ahmedabad 3.According to Dr. Jitendra Singh, India's bioeconomy is projected to reach what value by the year 2030? a) $100 billion b) $200 billion c) $300 billion d) $500 billion Ans: c) $300 billion 4.Which organization urged schools to ensure timely Aadhaar Mandatory Biometric Updates (MBU) for children in the age group of 5 to 15 years? a) Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) b) Ministry of Education c) Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) 5.The India March for Science 2025, advocating for scientific temper and increased research support, was held in which Indian city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Bengaluru d) Kolkata Ans: b) Mumbai 6.One of the key demands at the India March for Science 2025 was to increase investment in research to what percentage of GDP? a) 1% b) 2% c) 3% d) 5% Ans: c) 3% 7.What was the name of the crucial test successfully completed by ISRO on August 25, vital for advancing the Gaganyaan human spaceflight mission? a) Integrated Launch Vehicle Test (ILVT-01) b) Crew Escape System Test (CEST-01) c) Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) d) Re-entry Vehicle Test (RVET-01) Ans: c) Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) 8.The Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) conducted by ISRO is a crucial milestone for which specific Indian space mission? a) Chandrayaan-3 b) Mangalyaan-2 c) Gaganyaan d) Aditya-L1 Ans: c) Gaganyaan 9.The inauguration of Maruti-Suzuki's e VITARA and a new lithium-ion battery production facility reinforces which international partnership? a) India-USA b) India-Germany c) India-Japan d) India-South Korea Ans: c) India-Japan

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1.On which date did the United States officially implement the new 50% tariffs on various Indian goods? a) August 27, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) August 25, 2025 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 2.What is the tota...

1.On which date did the United States officially implement the new 50% tariffs on various Indian goods? a) August 27, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) August 25, 2025 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 2.What is the total tariff percentage imposed by the United States on various Indian goods, combining the initial and additional tariffs? a) 25% b) 35% c) 50% d) 70% Ans: c) 50% 3.The additional 25% tariff imposed by the U.S. on Indian goods is primarily due to which specific reason? a) India's trade surplus with the U.S. b) India's ongoing purchases of Russian oil c) Concerns over intellectual property rights d) India's withdrawal from a trade agreement Ans: b) India's ongoing purchases of Russian oil 4.According to the Indian government's estimates, approximately how much worth of its exports will be impacted by the new U.S. tariffs? a) $25 billion b) $48.2 billion c) $50 billion d) $86.5 billion Ans: b) $48.2 billion 5.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as one of the most severely impacted by the new U.S. tariffs? a) Automobiles b) Pharmaceuticals c) Textiles d) Gems and jewelry Ans: b) Pharmaceuticals 6.What is the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI)'s projection for Indian exports to the U.S. by 2026, dropping from $86.5 billion? a) Around $30 billion b) Around $50 billion c) Around $60 billion d) Around $75 billion Ans: b) Around $50 billion 7.Despite the tariff challenges, what is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected real GDP growth for India for 2025-26? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 8.India's GDP growth in 2024–25, which made it the fastest-growing major economy globally, was recorded at: a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 9.As part of its multi-pronged strategy, India is pursuing local reforms to boost domestic consumption, including changes to the Goods and Services Tax (GST) to lower costs for certain items ahead of which festival? a) Holi b) Eid c) Diwali d) Christmas Ans: c) Diwali 10.In response to the tariffs, India is looking to expand exports to new regions and accelerate trade negotiations. Which of the following is explicitly mentioned as a region for export expansion or accelerated trade talks? a) North America b) European Union c) Middle East d) Australia Ans: b) European Union 11.Prime Minister Narendra Modi has reaffirmed his commitment to protecting various sectors and advocated for a specific mantra in response to the U.S. pressure. What is this mantra? a) "Make in India" b) "Digital India" c) "Swadeshi" d) "Atmanirbhar Bharat" Ans: c) "Swadeshi" 12.The Indian stock and commodity markets remained closed on Wednesday, August 27, 2025, due to which specific holiday? a) Independence Day b) Ganesh Chaturthi c) Diwali d) Republic Day Ans: b) Ganesh Chaturthi 13.Upon the reopening of markets, which sectors are analysts anticipating may see increased interest due to their defensive nature or domestic demand-driven characteristics? a) Textiles and Gems & Jewelry b) Automobiles and Leather Goods c) Pharma and IT services d) Food and Shrimp Ans: c) Pharma and IT services

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1.Which international body has officially declared a famine in the Gaza governorate? a) World Health Organization b) United Nations c) International Red Cross d) Doctors Without Borders Ans: b) United Nations 2.What reason h...

1.Which international body has officially declared a famine in the Gaza governorate? a) World Health Organization b) United Nations c) International Red Cross d) Doctors Without Borders Ans: b) United Nations 2.What reason has the United Nations attributed to the famine in the Gaza governorate? a) Lack of international funding b) Systematic obstruction of aid by Israel c) Natural disaster d) Internal conflict among Palestinian factions Ans: b) Systematic obstruction of aid by Israel 3.According to recent reports, how many hunger-related deaths have occurred in Gaza, including children? a) 117 total, 30 children b) 200 total, 75 children c) 303 total, 117 children d) 450 total, 200 children Ans: c) 303 total, 117 children 4.Which US President is reportedly preparing to host a White House meeting to discuss post-war plans for the Palestinian territory? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 5.What percentage tariff has the United States outlined to implement on products imported from India? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 6.The US imposition of tariffs on Indian goods is a penalty over which specific action by India? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's purchase of Russian oil c) India's nuclear program d) India's stance on climate change Ans: b) India's purchase of Russian oil 7.To offset potential trade losses due to US tariffs, India is planning outreach programs in how many countries to boost textile exports? a) 10 b) 25 c) 40 d) 50 Ans: c) 40 8.Which city is set to host the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit from August 31 to September 1? a) Beijing b) Moscow c) Tianjin d) New Delhi Ans: c) Tianjin 9.Which two world leaders, besides the host, are specifically mentioned as expected attendees at the SCO summit, signifying "Global South solidarity"? a) Joe Biden and Emmanuel Macron b) Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi c) Rishi Sunak and Fumio Kishida d) Justin Trudeau and Olaf Scholz Ans: b) Vladimir Putin and Narendra Modi 10.The first human case of the flesh-eating New World screwworm has been reported in which country? a) Indonesia b) Russia c) United States d) India Ans: c) United States 11.The annual joint military exercise "Super Garuda Shield 2025" is launched by which two countries? a) India and Russia b) China and Russia c) Indonesia and the United States d) Japan and South Korea Ans: c) Indonesia and the United States 12.By when does Russia plan to recruit 1 million Indian workers to address its severe workforce shortage? a) End of 2024 b) End of 2025 c) Mid-2026 d) End of 2027 Ans: b) End of 2025 13.Which city has India proposed as the venue for its bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) New Delhi d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 14.What tragic event recently led to 5 fatalities and 14 injuries on the Vaishno Devi route in Jammu and Kashmir? a) A bus accident b) A terrorist attack c) A landslide d) A bridge collapse Ans: c) A landslide

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1.What is the new total tariff percentage imposed by the United States on Indian goods, effective August 27, 2025? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.What is the primary reason cited by the US for imposing additional...

1.What is the new total tariff percentage imposed by the United States on Indian goods, effective August 27, 2025? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.What is the primary reason cited by the US for imposing additional tariffs on Indian goods? a) Trade deficit imbalance b) India's continued purchases of Russian oil c) Intellectual property rights violations d) Human rights concerns Ans: b) India's continued purchases of Russian oil 3.Who termed the Modi government's foreign policy "superficial" in the context of the US tariffs, predicting job losses? a) M.K. Stalin b) Sanjay Malhotra c) Mallikarjun Kharge d) Narendra Modi Ans: c) Mallikarjun Kharge 4.What is the estimated financial loss predicted across 10 sectors due to the new US tariffs? a) ₹2.17 crore b) ₹21.7 lakh crore c) ₹2.17 lakh crore d) ₹217 crore Ans: c) ₹2.17 lakh crore 5.Which campaign is the Indian government promoting to reduce reliance on exports in response to US tariffs? a) Make in India b) Digital India c) Swachh Bharat d) 'Swadeshi' and 'vocal for local' Ans: d) 'Swadeshi' and 'vocal for local' 6.Who is the Reserve Bank of India Governor mentioned as ready to support sectors adversely affected by US tariffs? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Urjit Patel c) Raghuram Rajan d) Sanjay Malhotra Ans: d) Sanjay Malhotra 7.Where did a major landslide occur recently in Jammu and Kashmir, resulting in pilgrim deaths? a) Near Amarnath Cave b) Near Vaishno Devi shrine c) Near Gulmarg d) Near Sonamarg Ans: b) Near Vaishno Devi shrine 8.Which river in Jammu has crossed the danger mark due to torrential rains and floods? a) Chenab river b) Jhelum river c) Tawi river d) Ravi river Ans: c) Tawi river 9.Which city has been proposed as the 'ideal' venue for India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Ahmedabad d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Ahmedabad 10.Which two Chief Justices are set to join the Supreme Court as new judges? a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud and Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul b) Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul Pancholi c) Justice Hima Kohli and Justice B.V. Nagarathna d) Justice S. Abdul Nazeer and Justice M.R. Shah Ans: b) Justice Alok Aradhe and Justice Vipul Pancholi 11.Under which Chief Justice of India are the significant reshuffling and transfer of 14 judges across High Courts taking place? a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud b) Justice B.R. Gavai c) Justice U.U. Lalit d) Justice N.V. Ramana Ans: b) Justice B.R. Gavai 12.What is the name of Maruti Suzuki's first global electric vehicle flagged off by PM Modi? a) e-Swift b) e-Baleno c) e-Vitara d) e-Alto Ans: c) e-Vitara 13.From which location was Maruti Suzuki's e-Vitara, its first global electric vehicle, flagged off? a) Gurugram, Haryana b) Chennai, Tamil Nadu c) Hansalpur, Gujarat d) Pune, Maharashtra Ans: c) Hansalpur, Gujarat 14.Which Indian city will host the Chess World Cup in 2025? a) Chennai b) Kolkata c) Goa d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Goa 15.After how many years will the Chess World Cup return to India in 2025? a) 15 years b) 20 years c) 23 years d) 25 years Ans: c) 23 years 16.Which chief minister joined the 'Voter Adhikar Yatra' in Muzaffarpur, Bihar? a) Nitish Kumar b) Mamata Banerjee c) M.K. Stalin d) Arvind Kejriwal Ans: c) M.K. Stalin 17.What new policy has the CBSE introduced for Class 10 Board exams for 2026? a) Open book exams b) Online exams c) Two-board examination policy d) Project-based assessments only Ans: c) Two-board examination policy 18.Against which two actors was an FIR filed in Rajasthan over a 'faulty car' endorsement? a) Amitabh Bachchan and Priyanka Chopra b) Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone c) Salman Khan and Katrina Kaif d) Akshay Kumar and Anushka Sharma Ans: b) Shah Rukh Khan and Deepika Padukone

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1.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's first battery electric vehicle (BEV) launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 26, 2025? a) Maruti-Suzuki Swift EV b) Maruti-Suzuki Grand Vitara Electric c) Maruti-Suzuki e VITARA d) Mar...

1.What is the name of Maruti-Suzuki's first battery electric vehicle (BEV) launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on August 26, 2025? a) Maruti-Suzuki Swift EV b) Maruti-Suzuki Grand Vitara Electric c) Maruti-Suzuki e VITARA d) Maruti-Suzuki Alto EV Ans: c) Maruti-Suzuki e VITARA 2.The launch of the Maruti-Suzuki e VITARA coincided with the inauguration of a new lithium-ion battery production facility established by which consortium of companies? a) Maruti, Suzuki, and Denso b) Suzuki, Toshiba, and Denso c) Toyota, Suzuki, and Panasonic d) Hyundai, LG, and Samsung Ans: b) Suzuki, Toshiba, and Denso 3.What is the quantum of investment announced by Japan's Suzuki Motor in India over the next five to six years, following the launch of the e VITARA? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹70,000 crore d) ₹80,000 crore Ans: c) ₹70,000 crore 4.Scientists at which Hyderabad-based institution made the groundbreaking discovery of 'Programmed Cell Revival'? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) c) Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) d) National Centre for Biological Sciences (NCBS) Ans: c) Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) 5.Who led the team at the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) that discovered 'Programmed Cell Revival'? a) Dr. Rakesh Mishra b) Dr. Santosh Chauhan c) Dr. L.S. Shashidhara d) Dr. K. Thangaraj Ans: b) Dr. Santosh Chauhan 6.The study on 'Programmed Cell Revival' by CCMB, which opens new avenues for regenerative medicine, was published in which international journal? a) Nature b) Science c) Cell d) EMBO Journal Ans: d) EMBO Journal 7.OpenAI launched an India-first initiative offering free ChatGPT licenses. How many licenses were offered to students and teachers? a) 1 lakh b) 2.5 lakh c) 5 lakh d) 10 lakh Ans: c) 5 lakh 8.On which date was National Space Day observed in 2025, during which PM Modi reiterated India's ambitious vision for its space program? a) August 15 b) August 23 c) August 26 d) September 5 Ans: b) August 23 9.What annual target did Prime Minister Modi set for the private sector and startups regarding rocket launches in India's space program? a) 25 rockets b) 30 rockets c) 40 rockets d) 50 rockets Ans: d) 50 rockets 10.Which major space infrastructure is India planning to establish in the coming years, as confirmed by PM Modi on National Space Day? a) A lunar base b) A Mars orbiter c) Its own space station d) A new deep space network Ans: c) Its own space station 11.What was the motto of the 'India March for Science' (IMFS) 2025, held in Mumbai? a) 'Science for All, All for Science' b) 'Defend Science, Defend the Future' c) 'Promoting Scientific Temper in India' d) 'Innovation through Science' Ans: b) 'Defend Science, Defend the Future' 12.According to the key demands raised by the 'India March for Science' (IMFS) 2025, what percentage of GDP should be invested in research? a) 1% b) 1.5% c) 2% d) 3% Ans: d) 3% 13.Besides the e VITARA, the 'made-in-India' BEV, to how many countries is it slated for export, including Japan? a) Over 50 countries b) Over 75 countries c) Over 100 countries d) Over 150 countries Ans: c) Over 100 countries 14.Which of the following is NOT an application where 'Programmed Cell Revival' showed promising results, as per the CCMB study? a) Accelerating skin wound healing in mice b) Promoting nerve repair in worms c) Enhancing bone density in humans d) Stimulating tail regeneration in frog tadpoles Ans: c) Enhancing bone density in humans 15.What is the primary aim of OpenAI's India-first initiative offering free ChatGPT licenses for students and teachers? a) To promote AI research among professionals. b) To democratize access to advanced AI tools for educational purposes. c) To gather data for AI model improvement. d) To provide AI support for government initiatives. Ans: b) To democratize access to advanced AI tools for educational purposes.

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1.According to global consultancy EY, by what year is India projected to emerge as the world's second-largest economy in purchasing power parity (PPP) terms? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2038 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2038 2.What is India's pro...

1.According to global consultancy EY, by what year is India projected to emerge as the world's second-largest economy in purchasing power parity (PPP) terms? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2038 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2038 2.What is India's projected GDP in purchasing power parity (PPP) terms by 2038, as forecasted by EY? a) USD 25.5 trillion b) USD 34.2 trillion c) USD 40.0 trillion d) USD 18.9 trillion Ans: b) USD 34.2 trillion 3.According to IMF projections, by what year could India surpass Germany to become the third-largest economy in market exchange rate terms? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2028 4.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a robust economic fundamental underpinning India's optimistic outlook? a) A median age of 28.8 years in 2025 b) The second-highest savings rate c) A projected increase in government debt-to-GDP ratio d) Structural reforms like GST and UPI Ans: c) A projected increase in government debt-to-GDP ratio 5.What is the total tariff percentage imposed by the United States on a substantial portion of Indian exports, effective August 27, 2025? a) 25% b) 35% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 6.The additional 25% duty in the US tariff on Indian exports was imposed due to India's purchases of which commodity? a) Crude oil from Iran b) Agricultural products from China c) Russian oil d) Defense equipment from France Ans: c) Russian oil 7.What is the estimated range of Indian goods value expected to be impacted by the US tariffs? a) $20.5 billion to $30.5 billion b) $35.0 billion to $45.0 billion c) $48.2 billion to $60.2 billion d) $65.0 billion to $75.0 billion Ans: c) $48.2 billion to $60.2 billion 8.Which of the following labor-intensive sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as being among those expected to be hit hardest by the US tariffs? a) Textiles b) Software services c) Gems and jewellery d) Leather and footwear Ans: b) Software services 9.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) maintained growth forecast for 2025-26, despite global headwinds? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 10.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's encouragement for citizens to be 'vocal for local' is part of which government initiative? a) Make in India b) Skill India Mission c) Swadeshi mantra d) Digital India Ans: c) Swadeshi mantra 11.In response to the tariffs, India plans to diversify its export markets by targeting approximately how many key countries? a) 15 b) 25 c) 40 d) 50 Ans: c) 40 12.Which minister affirmed the strength of the Indian economy and industries in response to the US tariffs? a) Finance Minister b) Commerce Minister c) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh d) Defense Minister Ans: c) Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh 13.What has been the recent status of negotiations for a bilateral trade agreement (BTA) between India and the US? a) They have been successfully concluded. b) The latest round was postponed. c) India has withdrawn from negotiations. d) The US has imposed new conditions. Ans: b) The latest round was postponed. 14.India emphasizes its firm stance on protecting the interests of which groups in the bilateral trade agreement negotiations with the US? a) Large corporations and IT professionals b) Farmers, fishermen, and small businesses c) Defense manufacturers and public sector undertakings d) Service industry and financial institutions Ans: b) Farmers, fishermen, and small businesses

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1.According to Gaza's Health Ministry, what was the total number of hunger-related deaths reported since October 7, 2023, up to the time of the report? a) 117 b) 203 c) 303 d) 473 Ans: c) 303 2.Which hospital in southern Gaz...

1.According to Gaza's Health Ministry, what was the total number of hunger-related deaths reported since October 7, 2023, up to the time of the report? a) 117 b) 203 c) 303 d) 473 Ans: c) 303 2.Which hospital in southern Gaza was subjected to international condemnation following attacks that resulted in at least 21 fatalities, including five journalists? a) Al-Shifa Hospital b) Nasser Hospital c) Al-Aqsa Hospital d) European Hospital Ans: b) Nasser Hospital 3.Which UN agency has reiterated calls to address the "man-made famine in Gaza" by allowing unimpeded aid deliveries? a) UNICEF b) WHO c) UNRWA d) UNHCR Ans: c) UNRWA 4.The Palestinian Authority condemned a "dangerous escalation" by Israeli forces following a raid in which West Bank city? a) Bethlehem b) Nablus c) Ramallah d) Hebron Ans: c) Ramallah 5.What was the name of the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter that offloaded over 76,000 pounds of illegal drugs at Port Everglades, Florida? a) USCGC Stratton b) USCGC Midgett c) USCGC Hamilton d) USCGC Bertholf Ans: c) USCGC Hamilton 6.Approximately how much was the record drug seizure by the U.S. Coast Guard valued at? a) $76 million b) $117 million c) $303 million d) $473 million Ans: d) $473 million 7.Operation Pacific Viper, responsible for the record drug seizure, is a collaborative effort between the U.S. Coast Guard and which other U.S. agency? a) U.S. Customs and Border Protection b) U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration c) U.S. Navy d) U.S. Air Force Ans: c) U.S. Navy 8.What was the primary drug component of the record seizure, accounting for approximately 61,740 pounds? a) Marijuana b) Heroin c) Fentanyl d) Cocaine Ans: d) Cocaine 9.Former U.S. President Donald Trump claimed he prevented a nuclear war between which two countries by threatening tariffs and refusing trade deals? a) China and Taiwan b) Russia and Ukraine c) India and Pakistan d) North Korea and South Korea Ans: c) India and Pakistan 10.What specific action was reported regarding Donald Trump's policy on Indian imports? a) He lifted all tariffs on Indian imports. b) He doubled tariffs on Indian imports. c) He initiated a new trade agreement with India. d) He threatened to ban Indian imports. Ans: b) He doubled tariffs on Indian imports. 11.The Trump administration has returned to the Supreme Court in a dispute over the payment of which type of aid? a) Disaster relief payments b) Foreign-aid payments c) Domestic infrastructure payments d) Military assistance payments Ans: b) Foreign-aid payments 12.In which U.S. city did a shooting occur at a Catholic school, injuring at least five children? a) Chicago b) Los Angeles c) Minneapolis d) New York City Ans: c) Minneapolis 13.Which two Southeast Asian countries were mentioned as experiencing significant flooding and landslips due to heavy rainfall? a) Malaysia and Indonesia b) Philippines and Cambodia c) Vietnam and Thailand d) Laos and Myanmar Ans: c) Vietnam and Thailand

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1.From what date will the 50% additional US tariff on Indian goods become effective? a) August 27, 2024 b) July 15, 2025 c) August 27, 2025 d) September 1, 2024 Ans: c) August 27, 2025 2.Which of the following sectors has In...

1.From what date will the 50% additional US tariff on Indian goods become effective? a) August 27, 2024 b) July 15, 2025 c) August 27, 2025 d) September 1, 2024 Ans: c) August 27, 2025 2.Which of the following sectors has India consistently emphasized protecting amidst ongoing trade tensions with the US? a) Information Technology and Services b) Pharmaceutical and Healthcare c) Farmers, Fishermen, and Small Businesses d) Automotive and Manufacturing Ans: c) Farmers, Fishermen, and Small Businesses 3.India has submitted a bid to host the Commonwealth Games in which year? a) 2026 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2032 Ans: c) 2030 4.Which Indian city has been proposed as the 'ideal' venue for the 2030 Commonwealth Games bid? a) Mumbai b) Bengaluru c) Delhi d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 5.Near which popular pilgrimage route did a massive landslide tragically kill pilgrims in Jammu and Kashmir recently? a) Amarnath Cave b) Kedarnath Temple c) Vaishno Devi Shrine d) Badrinath Temple Ans: c) Vaishno Devi Shrine 6.What major disruption was reported in Jammu and Kashmir following the heavy rains and landslides? a) Power grid collapse b) Air traffic suspension c) Telecommunications services disrupted d) Banking services halted Ans: c) Telecommunications services disrupted 7.Who among the following has been appointed as a new judge of the Supreme Court, previously serving as Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court? a) Justice Vipul Pancholi b) Justice Alok Aradhe c) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud d) Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul Ans: b) Justice Alok Aradhe 8.The recent appointments of Supreme Court judges followed the recommendation of which body? a) Parliament b) Union Law Ministry c) Supreme Court Collegium d) President of India Ans: c) Supreme Court Collegium 9.What is the name of Maruti Suzuki's first global electric vehicle flagged off by PM Modi? a) e-Swift b) e-Alto c) e-Vitara d) e-Brezza Ans: c) e-Vitara 10.From which location in Gujarat was Maruti Suzuki's first global electric vehicle flagged off? a) Gandhinagar b) Vadodara c) Hansalpur d) Surat Ans: c) Hansalpur 11.What substantial investment has Japan's Suzuki Motor announced for India over the next five to six years? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹60,000 crore c) ₹70,000 crore d) ₹80,000 crore Ans: c) ₹70,000 crore 12.Vantara, the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center, is an initiative of which foundation? a) Tata Trust b) Adani Foundation c) Reliance Foundation d) Wipro Foundation Ans: c) Reliance Foundation 13.Where is Vantara, the wildlife rescue and rehabilitation center, located? a) Mumbai, Maharashtra b) Bengaluru, Karnataka c) Jamnagar, Gujarat d) Jaipur, Rajasthan Ans: c) Jamnagar, Gujarat 14.Vantara has agreed to cooperate with a Special Investigation Team (SIT) inquiry regarding which aspect? a) Illegal wildlife trade in general b) Acquisition of animals from India and abroad c) Funding sources for wildlife conservation d) Rehabilitation protocols for endangered species Ans: b) Acquisition of animals from India and abroad

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1.What is the total tariff rate imposed by the United States on various Indian goods, including the supplementary duty? a) 25% b) 50% c) 66% d) 75% Ans: b) 50% 2.When did the new US tariffs on Indian goods officially come in...

1.What is the total tariff rate imposed by the United States on various Indian goods, including the supplementary duty? a) 25% b) 50% c) 66% d) 75% Ans: b) 50% 2.When did the new US tariffs on Indian goods officially come into effect? a) August 25, 2025 b) August 26, 2025 c) August 27, 2025 d) September 17, 2025 Ans: c) August 27, 2025 3.According to the provided content, what is cited as a primary reason for the US imposing new tariffs on Indian goods? a) India's increasing trade surplus with the US b) India's continued purchase of Russian crude oil c) India's non-compliance with WTO regulations d) India's refusal to open its agricultural markets Ans: b) India's continued purchase of Russian crude oil 4.What estimated value of India's total exports to the US in FY2025 is projected to be hit by the new tariffs? a) $49.6 billion b) $60.2 billion c) $86.5 billion d) $100 billion Ans: b) $60.2 billion 5.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as being severely affected by the new US tariffs? a) Textiles b) Pharmaceuticals c) Gems and jewelry d) Shrimp Ans: b) Pharmaceuticals 6.According to the Global Trade Research Initiative (GTRI), by how much could India's exports to the US decline in FY2026 if the tariffs remain in place, compared to FY2025? a) From $86.5 billion to $60.2 billion b) From $60.2 billion to $49.6 billion c) From $86.5 billion to $49.6 billion d) From $49.6 billion to $86.5 billion Ans: c) From $86.5 billion to $49.6 billion 7.In the worst-case scenario, how much could India's GDP growth be reduced due to the new tariffs, according to GTRI analysts? a) 0.6 percentage points b) 0.9 percentage points c) 1.04 percentage points d) 1.5 percentage points Ans: b) 0.9 percentage points 8.On August 26, 2025, how many points did the Sensex tumble in response to the tariff news? a) 256 points b) 849 points c) 1.02% d) 80,787 points Ans: b) 849 points 9.What was the closing value of the Indian Rupee against the US dollar on August 26, 2025? a) 80.78 b) 84.90 c) 87.69 d) 24.71 Ans: c) 87.69 10.Who is the current Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, as mentioned in the text, who stated the central bank is ready to implement policy measures? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Sanjay Malhotra d) Raghuram Rajan Ans: c) Sanjay Malhotra 11.Which of the following product categories is explicitly mentioned as being exempt from the new US tariffs? a) Apparel b) Carpets c) Steel d) Gems and jewelry Ans: c) Steel 12.To be exempt from the additional duty, shipments that left India before August 27, 2025, must be cleared in the US before which date? a) August 25, 2025 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 17, 2025 d) September 27, 2025 Ans: c) September 17, 2025 13.Which of the following sectoral indices on the NSE was the ONLY one NOT to decline on August 26, 2025? a) Realty b) PSU bank c) Consumer durables d) Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) Ans: d) Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) 14.Apart from considering fiscal support, what is the Indian government urging exporters to do in response to the tariffs? a) Reduce production costs b) Focus solely on the domestic market c) Explore new markets and focus on value-added products d) Seek compensation from the US government Ans: c) Explore new markets and focus on value-added products 15.What percentage of India's total exports to the US is projected to be hit by the new tariffs? a) Approximately 25% b) Approximately 50% c) Approximately 66% d) Approximately 90% Ans: c) Approximately 66%

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1.Which city in the Gaza Strip has been reported to be experiencing famine? a) Khan Yunis b) Rafah c) Gaza City d) Deir al-Balah Ans: c) Gaza City 2.Which country indicated that Israel appears "unwilling to reach an agreemen...

1.Which city in the Gaza Strip has been reported to be experiencing famine? a) Khan Yunis b) Rafah c) Gaza City d) Deir al-Balah Ans: c) Gaza City 2.Which country indicated that Israel appears "unwilling to reach an agreement" on a ceasefire in Gaza? a) Egypt b) Qatar c) Saudi Arabia d) Turkey Ans: b) Qatar 3.What was the significant achievement by SpaceX mentioned in the news? a) Successful landing of a Mars rover b) First crewed mission to the Moon c) Successful launch of its Starship megarocket d) Deployment of a new satellite constellation Ans: c) Successful launch of its Starship megarocket 4.A diplomatic row erupted between Australia and Iran following Australia's accusation of Iran orchestrating what kind of attacks? a) Cyberattacks on government infrastructure b) Bombings of public transport c) Anti-Semitic arson attacks d) Assassination attempts on diplomats Ans: c) Anti-Semitic arson attacks 5.The United States has issued a draft notice to implement 50% tariffs on products from which country, effective August 27? a) China b) Japan c) India d) Germany Ans: c) India 6.Approximately how many countries have reportedly suspended postal services to the U.S. due to existing Trump tariffs? a) 10 b) 15 c) 20 d) 25 Ans: d) 25 7.Which three leaders are expected to attend the upcoming Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit next week? a) Joe Biden, Emmanuel Macron, Rishi Sunak b) Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi, Vladimir Putin c) Justin Trudeau, Fumio Kishida, Olaf Scholz d) Kim Jong Un, Donald Trump, Volodymyr Zelenskyy Ans: b) Xi Jinping, Narendra Modi, Vladimir Putin 8.What is the name of the human spaceflight mission for which ISRO successfully conducted its first Integrated Air Drop Test? a) Chandrayaan b) Mangalyaan c) Gaganyaan d) Adityayaan Ans: c) Gaganyaan 9.What are the names of the two advanced Project 17A stealth frigates recently commissioned by the Indian Navy? a) Vikrant and Vikramaditya b) Shivalik and Satpura c) Udaygiri and Himgiri d) Talwar and Teg Ans: c) Udaygiri and Himgiri 10.India has formalized a partnership with which international organization to combat global hunger, offering to supply fortified rice? a) Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) b) World Health Organization (WHO) c) World Food Programme (WFP) d) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) Ans: c) World Food Programme (WFP) 11.Which neighboring country has officially joined the India-led International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA)? a) Bangladesh b) Sri Lanka c) Bhutan d) Nepal Ans: d) Nepal 12.What was the reported cause of death for seven people in Gaza City in the past 24 hours, as per the content? a) Airstrikes b) Malnutrition c) Disease outbreak d) Shortage of medical supplies Ans: b) Malnutrition 13.Canada is set to drop counter-tariffs on certain goods from which country following discussions? a) China b) Mexico c) United States d) European Union Ans: c) United States 14.US President Donald Trump has expressed a desire to meet which North Korean leader this year? a) Kim Il Sung b) Kim Jong Il c) Kim Jong Un d) Kim Pyong Il Ans: c) Kim Jong Un

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1.What is the total tariff imposed by the US on certain Indian imports, effective August 27, 2025, after the additional 25% tariff? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.The United States cited which primary reason for ...

1.What is the total tariff imposed by the US on certain Indian imports, effective August 27, 2025, after the additional 25% tariff? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.The United States cited which primary reason for imposing heightened tariffs on Indian imports? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's ongoing purchases of Russian oil c) Violation of intellectual property rights by India d) India's refusal to join certain trade blocs Ans: b) India's ongoing purchases of Russian oil 3.On what specific date are the new US tariffs on Indian imports set to become effective? a) August 26, 2024 b) August 27, 2025 c) September 1, 2024 d) January 1, 2025 Ans: b) August 27, 2025 4.Which type of dialogue was recently held virtually between senior officials from India and the US amidst trade tensions? a) Economic Summit b) Bilateral Trade Negotiation c) '2+2 Intersessional Dialogue' d) Strategic Defence Partnership Ans: c) '2+2 Intersessional Dialogue' 5.Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in response to the US tariffs, emphasized his government's commitment to protecting which groups from adverse impact? a) Large corporations and industrialists b) Small entrepreneurs, farmers, and livestock rearers c) IT professionals and service sector employees d) Government employees and public sector units Ans: b) Small entrepreneurs, farmers, and livestock rearers 6.What is the name of Maruti Suzuki's first global electric vehicle, recently flagged off by PM Modi? a) e-Swift b) e-Alto c) e-Vitara d) e-Brezza Ans: c) e-Vitara 7.The Maruti Suzuki e-Vitara was flagged off by PM Modi from which location in Gujarat? a) Ahmedabad b) Gandhinagar c) Hansalpur d) Surat Ans: c) Hansalpur 8.The newly inaugurated lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility, aimed at supporting EV production, is a joint venture of Suzuki with which other companies? a) LG and Samsung b) Panasonic and Sony c) Toshiba and Denso d) Hyundai and Kia Ans: c) Toshiba and Denso 9.What is the substantial investment announced by Japan's Suzuki Motor in India over the next five to six years? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹70,000 crore c) ₹90,000 crore d) ₹1,00,000 crore Ans: b) ₹70,000 crore 10.India holds which position in the world's car market? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 11.The recent deadly landslides near the Vaishno Devi shrine occurred in which region of Jammu and Kashmir? a) Srinagar b) Gulmarg c) Katra d) Leh Ans: c) Katra 12.What was identified as the primary cause of the recent tragic landslides near the Vaishno Devi shrine? a) Earthquake b) Cloudburst c) Heavy rainfall d) Avalanche Ans: c) Heavy rainfall 13.Approximately how many lives were reported lost in the recent landslides near the Vaishno Devi shrine? a) At least 10 b) At least 20 c) At least 30 d) At least 40 Ans: c) At least 30 14.How many trains were reportedly cancelled at or departing from Jammu and Katra railway stations due to the adverse weather conditions and landslides? a) 12 b) 18 c) 22 d) 28 Ans: c) 22

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1.According to Fitch Ratings, what is India's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) as of August 25, 2025? a) 'BBB+' b) 'BBB-' c) 'BB+' d) 'A-' Ans: b) 'BBB-' 2.What outlook did Fitch Ratings assign to India...

1.According to Fitch Ratings, what is India's Long-Term Foreign-Currency Issuer Default Rating (IDR) as of August 25, 2025? a) 'BBB+' b) 'BBB-' c) 'BB+' d) 'A-' Ans: b) 'BBB-' 2.What outlook did Fitch Ratings assign to India's sovereign rating? a) Positive b) Negative c) Stable d) Developing Ans: c) Stable 3.Fitch Ratings forecasts India's GDP growth at what percentage for the fiscal year ending March 2026 (FY26)? a) 8.0% b) 7.5% c) 6.5% d) 2.5% Ans: c) 6.5% 4.Who is the current Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor mentioned in the context of the FIBAC 2025 conference? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Raghuram Rajan c) Sanjay Malhotra d) Urjit Patel Ans: c) Sanjay Malhotra 5.Over the last four years (2021-22 to 2024-25), what was the average annual growth rate of the Indian economy highlighted by the RBI Governor? a) Approximately 6% b) Approximately 7% c) Approximately 8% d) Approximately 9% Ans: c) Approximately 8% 6.What percentage headline tariff is the Trump administration planning to impose on Indian goods starting August 27? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 7.Which of the following sectors were specifically mentioned as potentially vulnerable to the impending US tariffs? a) Pharmaceuticals and IT b) Automobiles and steel c) Gems and jewelry, textiles, and MSMEs d) Agriculture and construction Ans: c) Gems and jewelry, textiles, and MSMEs 8.What was the primary sector that led the gains in Indian equity markets on Monday's session? a) Banking b) Pharmaceuticals c) IT d) Automotive Ans: c) IT 9.Which of the following is NOT one of the proposed rates for the two-tier GST structure being discussed? a) 5% b) 12% c) 18% d) 40% Ans: b) 12% 10.The GST Council is slated to meet on September 3 and 4 to deliberate on changes including potential reductions or elimination of GST on which of the following? a) Gold and silver b) Cement and individual life and health insurance c) Petroleum products and alcohol d) Luxury cars and tobacco Ans: b) Cement and individual life and health insurance 11.The sale of which bank is moving closer after LIC secured SEBI approval? a) State Bank of India b) Punjab National Bank c) IDBI Bank d) Bank of Baroda Ans: c) IDBI Bank 12.To better reflect digital shopping trends, the government is overhauling the Consumer Price Index (CPI) by incorporating data directly from which platforms? a) Zomato and Swiggy b) Uber and Ola c) Amazon and Flipkart d) Myntra and Nykaa Ans: c) Amazon and Flipkart 13.According to the content, what is the 'BBB' median GDP growth rate that India's forecast significantly exceeds? a) 2.5% b) 3.5% c) 4.5% d) 5.5% Ans: a) 2.5% 14.The new forms and regulations for the new Income Tax Act are expected to be developed by which body? a) Ministry of Finance b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) c) Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) d) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Ans: c) Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)

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1.Which hospital in southern Gaza was recently impacted by Israeli airstrikes, leading to significant casualties and international condemnation? a) Al-Shifa Hospital b) Nasser Hospital c) Al-Aqsa Hospital d) Kamal Adwan Hospital Ans:...

1.Which hospital in southern Gaza was recently impacted by Israeli airstrikes, leading to significant casualties and international condemnation? a) Al-Shifa Hospital b) Nasser Hospital c) Al-Aqsa Hospital d) Kamal Adwan Hospital Ans: b) Nasser Hospital 2.What significant humanitarian declaration was formally made in the Gaza Strip, highlighting severe food insecurity? a) U.N. declaration of epidemic b) U.N. declaration of emergency c) U.N. declaration of famine d) U.N. declaration of displacement crisis Ans: c) U.N. declaration of famine 3.How many journalists were reported among the fatalities in the airstrike on Nasser Hospital in Gaza? a) Two b) Three c) Five d) Ten Ans: c) Five 4.What natural disaster recently claimed 788 lives and left over 1,000 injured in Pakistan? a) Earthquake b) Tsunami c) Monsoon floods d) Landslides Ans: c) Monsoon floods 5.Which two Pakistani provinces were identified as the hardest-hit areas by the recent severe monsoon floods? a) Sindh and Balochistan b) Punjab and Sindh c) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab d) Balochistan and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ans: c) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and Punjab 6.Which former U.S. President issued a warning about 'great consequences' if Russian and Ukrainian leaders fail to engage in talks? a) Barack Obama b) George W. Bush c) Donald Trump d) Bill Clinton Ans: c) Donald Trump 7.Donald Trump announced his intention to fire which Federal Reserve Governor, citing fraud allegations? a) Janet Yellen b) Jerome Powell c) Lael Brainard d) Lisa Cook Ans: d) Lisa Cook 8.Which country did Donald Trump indicate he might visit later this year or in the near future? a) Russia b) China c) North Korea d) Saudi Arabia Ans: b) China 9.Which Indian organization successfully conducted flight-tests of the Integrated Air Defence Weapon System (IADWS)? a) ISRO b) DRDO c) HAL d) BDL Ans: b) DRDO 10.ISRO recently completed its first Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-01) as part of which mission? a) Chandrayaan mission b) Mangalyaan mission c) Gaganyaan mission d) Aditya-L1 mission Ans: c) Gaganyaan mission 11.Despite U.S. tariffs, India continues to prioritize affordable oil supplies by maintaining purchases from which sources? a) Only Middle Eastern sources b) U.S. and European sources c) The cheapest sources available globally d) Only domestic production Ans: c) The cheapest sources available globally 12.Which political party in Bangladesh has raised concerns over increasing human rights violations and threats targeting journalists and activists? a) Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) b) Jatiya Party c) Awami League d) Jamaat-e-Islami Ans: c) Awami League 13.SpaceX's planned Starship launch was recently postponed due to what reason? a) Technical malfunction b) Crew illness c) Unfavorable weather conditions d) Regulatory issues Ans: c) Unfavorable weather conditions

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1.What additional tariff percentage has the United States officially imposed on imports from India? a) 10% b) 15% c) 25% d) 50% Ans: c) 25% 2.What is the total tariff on certain Indian goods after the latest imposition by th...

1.What additional tariff percentage has the United States officially imposed on imports from India? a) 10% b) 15% c) 25% d) 50% Ans: c) 25% 2.What is the total tariff on certain Indian goods after the latest imposition by the United States? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 3.The US cited which primary reason for imposing new tariffs on India? a) Trade deficit imbalance b) Intellectual property rights violations c) Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation d) Unfair labor practices Ans: c) Threats to the United States by the Government of the Russian Federation 4.Which Indian city, known as the 'diamond capital,' has been significantly impacted by the impending US tariffs? a) Mumbai b) Jaipur c) Surat d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Surat 5.How did Prime Minister Narendra Modi react to the impending US tariffs? a) He announced retaliatory tariffs on US goods. b) He stated that India 'will not bow' to the pressure. c) He appealed to the World Trade Organization (WTO). d) He initiated immediate high-level talks with the US. Ans: b) He stated that India 'will not bow' to the pressure. 6.The Supreme Court recently granted protection from arrest to which psephologist in connection with FIRs lodged by the Election Commission of India (ECI)? a) Yogendra Yadav b) Sanjay Kumar c) Prannoy Roy d) Dorab Sopariwala Ans: b) Sanjay Kumar 7.For what reason did the Supreme Court direct a trial judge not to take cognizance of a charge sheet against academician Ali Khan Mahmudabad? a) Financial irregularities b) Contentious social media posts c) Electoral fraud allegations d) Sedition charges Ans: b) Contentious social media posts 8.What unique facility did the Supreme Court offer a death row convict? a) Virtual attendance at his own appeal hearing. b) Virtual participation in the 13th-day rituals for his deceased mother. c) A special family visit before execution. d) Access to advanced legal research facilities. Ans: b) Virtual participation in the 13th-day rituals for his deceased mother. 9.A Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted by the Supreme Court to investigate which of the following? a) Electoral bond scheme b) Vantara and its acquisition of animals c) Alleged corruption in defense deals d) Misinformation campaigns during elections Ans: b) Vantara and its acquisition of animals. 10.Which ISRO mission successfully completed its first integrated air drop test, a crucial step for India's human spaceflight program? a) Chandrayaan-3 b) Aditya-L1 c) Gaganyaan d) Mangalyaan-2 Ans: c) Gaganyaan 11.India recently conducted the maiden flight tests of an integrated air defense weapon system (IADWS) off the coast of which state? a) Kerala b) Andhra Pradesh c) Odisha d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Odisha 12.Who recently took oath as Nagaland Governor with additional charge, while also serving as Manipur Governor? a) Anusuiya Uikey b) La. Ganesan c) Ajay Kumar Bhalla d) Jagdeep Dhankhar Ans: c) Ajay Kumar Bhalla 13.Which activist issued an ultimatum to the Maharashtra government for a 10% quota for the Maratha community? a) Anna Hazare b) Manoj Jarange c) Hardik Patel d) Prakash Ambedkar Ans: b) Manoj Jarange 14.In which district of Uttar Pradesh did a tragic accident occur where a truck rammed into a tractor-trolley carrying pilgrims? a) Ghaziabad b) Meerut c) Bulandshahr d) Agra Ans: c) Bulandshahr 15.In which state was a 25-year-old Dalit man recently killed by his upper-caste wife's family due to their opposition to the marriage? a) Rajasthan b) Uttar Pradesh c) Bihar d) Madhya Pradesh Ans: d) Madhya Pradesh 16.Which Indian state is currently experiencing continuous heavy rains, leading to school closures in several districts? a) Uttarakhand b) Himachal Pradesh c) Jammu and Kashmir d) Sikkim Ans: b) Himachal Pradesh 17.India recently alerted Pakistan about a flood in which river? a) Indus River b) Jhelum River c) Chenab River d) Tawi River Ans: d) Tawi River 18.Which company recently exited as a sponsor for Team India, prompting the BCCI to seek a new one? a) Byju's b) Dream11 c) MPL Sports d) Oppo Ans: b) Dream11

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August 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was the growth rate of the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) in July 2025 compared to the same period last year? a) 1.5% b) 2.0% c) 2.5% d) 3.0% Ans: b) 2.0% 2.Which two sectors primarily drove the robust double-di...

1.What was the growth rate of the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) in July 2025 compared to the same period last year? a) 1.5% b) 2.0% c) 2.5% d) 3.0% Ans: b) 2.0% 2.Which two sectors primarily drove the robust double-digit growth in the Index of Eight Core Industries (ICI) in July 2025? a) Crude Oil and Natural Gas b) Coal and Electricity c) Steel and Cement d) Refinery Products and Fertilizers Ans: c) Steel and Cement 3.What percentage of India's e-commerce transactions are now accounted for by Tier II and III cities? a) Over 40% b) Over 50% c) Over 60% d) Over 70% Ans: c) Over 60% 4.India is positioned as the fastest-growing quick commerce market globally, with an annual growth rate of approximately: a) 30-40% b) 50-60% c) 70-80% d) 90-100% Ans: c) 70-80% 5.According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, by which year is India on track to become a developed nation? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 6.The Indian government is considering simplifying the current four-tier GST structure into how many main tiers? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Five Ans: b) Two 7.Under the proposed GST reforms, what are the two main tax rates for most goods? a) 2% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 8% and 22% d) 10% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 8.The US has threatened to double import duties on India due to India's continued purchase of oil from which country? a) Iran b) Venezuela c) Russia d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) Russia 9.India's envoy to Russia stated that India will continue to buy oil from 'wherever it gets the best deal' to ensure: a) Trade surplus b) Diplomatic ties c) Energy security d) Economic diversification Ans: c) Energy security 10.Economists estimate that without a trade deal, the threatened US tariffs could drag India's GDP growth below what percentage this fiscal year? a) 5% b) 5.5% c) 6% d) 6.5% Ans: c) 6% 11.The prospect of the proposed GST cuts has had what immediate effect on India's bond market? a) Led to a bond rally b) Caused bond yields to fall c) Resulted in a collapse of the bond rally and higher yields d) Had no significant impact Ans: c) Resulted in a collapse of the bond rally and higher yields 12.By what percentage did India's outbound investments increase in FY2024-25 compared to the previous fiscal year? a) 24.8% b) 41.6% c) 67.7% d) 15% Ans: c) 67.7% 13.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a factor contributing to the surge in India's outbound investments? a) Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations b) Growth of GIFT City c) Global tax reforms d) Increased domestic consumption Ans: d) Increased domestic consumption 14.India and Japan are finalizing a new bilateral framework primarily to strengthen collaboration in which area? a) Cultural exchange b) Military technology c) Economic security d) Tourism promotion Ans: c) Economic security 15.What specific initiative is being prepared to foster ties between Japanese and Indian startups and tech firms in the AI space? a) AI Research Grant b) AI Cooperation Initiative c) Global AI Summit d) Bilateral AI Fund Ans: b) AI Cooperation Initiative 16.What significant milestone has the Nifty index recently decisively broken above? a) 20,000 mark b) 22,000 mark c) 25,000 mark d) 30,000 mark Ans: c) 25,000 mark 17.Which two companies are set to join the Nifty index according to recent corporate news? a) Foseco India and Morganite Crucible India b) PNB Housing Finance and IndiGo c) IndiGo and Max Healthcare d) Max Healthcare and PNB Housing Finance Ans: c) IndiGo and Max Healthcare

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August 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to the provided content, what date was Ukraine's Independence Day observed? a) August 24, 2023 b) August 24, 2024 c) August 24, 2025 d) August 24, 2022 Ans: c) August 24, 2025 2.Which two world leaders were expli...

1.According to the provided content, what date was Ukraine's Independence Day observed? a) August 24, 2023 b) August 24, 2024 c) August 24, 2025 d) August 24, 2022 Ans: c) August 24, 2025 2.Which two world leaders were explicitly mentioned as expressing support for a negotiated solution to the conflict on Ukraine's Independence Day? a) Nicusor Dan and Emmanuel Macron b) Donald Trump and Rishi Sunak c) Nicusor Dan and Donald Trump d) Joe Biden and Olaf Scholz Ans: c) Nicusor Dan and Donald Trump 3.Russia accused Ukraine of a drone strike on which specific nuclear facility? a) Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant b) Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant c) Kursk Nuclear Power Plant d) Rovno Nuclear Power Plant Ans: c) Kursk Nuclear Power Plant 4.Which international body officially declared a famine in the northern part of the Gaza Strip? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations panel c) International Red Cross d) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Ans: b) United Nations panel 5.What was cited as the primary reason for the famine declaration in northern Gaza? a) Severe drought conditions b) Months of Israeli blockade on humanitarian supplies c) Internal conflict among Palestinian factions d) Widespread crop failure due to disease Ans: b) Months of Israeli blockade on humanitarian supplies 6.Yemen's capital, Sanaa, was hit by retaliatory strikes following earlier attacks by which group? a) Al-Qaeda b) ISIS c) Houthi rebels d) Yemeni government forces Ans: c) Houthi rebels 7.The Dutch foreign minister resigned after failing to secure sanctions against which country? a) Russia b) Israel c) Ukraine d) North Korea Ans: b) Israel 8.Who is the U.S. ambassador to France that was summoned over allegations of rising antisemitism? a) Joe Biden b) Charles Kushner c) Donald Trump d) Antony Blinken Ans: b) Charles Kushner 9.What type of new missiles did North Korea reportedly test-fire? a) Intercontinental ballistic missiles b) Submarine-launched ballistic missiles c) Air defense missiles d) Cruise missiles Ans: c) Air defense missiles 10.Which country's Prime Minister, Sitiveni Rabuka, commenced an official visit to India? a) Sri Lanka b) Bangladesh c) Fiji d) Nepal Ans: c) Fiji 11.According to India's envoy to Russia, what principle guides India's decision on purchasing oil? a) Adherence to international sanctions b) Securing the 'best deal' based on national interest c) Exclusive reliance on domestic production d) Prioritizing oil from Western allies Ans: b) Securing the 'best deal' based on national interest 12.What specific test flight did SpaceX call off, as mentioned in the news? a) Falcon 9 rocket launch b) Dragon capsule re-entry c) Starship megarocket d) Starlink satellite deployment Ans: c) Starship megarocket 13.Which European country experienced its 'most intense on record' heatwave, contributing to deadly wildfires? a) France b) Italy c) Greece d) Spain Ans: d) Spain

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August 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was the name of the first Integrated Air Drop Test successfully conducted by ISRO on August 24, 2025? a) Gaganyaan-1 b) IADT-1 c) AirDrop-G1 d) SpaceDrop Test Ans: b) IADT-1 2.The Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-1) is ...

1.What was the name of the first Integrated Air Drop Test successfully conducted by ISRO on August 24, 2025? a) Gaganyaan-1 b) IADT-1 c) AirDrop-G1 d) SpaceDrop Test Ans: b) IADT-1 2.The Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-1) is a crucial step in the preparations for which of India's upcoming programs? a) Chandrayaan-4 b) Mangalyaan-3 c) Gaganyaan d) Surya Mission Ans: c) Gaganyaan 3.What specific capability did India demonstrate with its successfully tested Integrated Air Defence Weapon System? a) Intercepting ballistic missiles from long range b) Engaging three different targets simultaneously c) Destroying enemy satellites in orbit d) Launching anti-ship missiles from airborne platforms Ans: b) Engaging three different targets simultaneously 4.The Department of Posts temporarily suspended all postal services to the United States primarily due to which reason? a) A diplomatic dispute between India and the US b) New US customs rules leading to operational readiness issues for US-bound air carriers c) A major cyber attack on postal infrastructure d) Economic sanctions imposed by the US on India Ans: b) New US customs rules leading to operational readiness issues for US-bound air carriers 5.Which of the following items are exempt from the temporary suspension of postal services to the United States announced by the Department of Posts? a) All parcels regardless of value b) Electronic goods and perishable items c) Letters, documents, and gift items valued up to $100 d) Commercial goods only Ans: c) Letters, documents, and gift items valued up to $100 6.Which company, described as India's largest fantasy gaming platform, recently withdrew its sponsorship as Team India's cricket title sponsor? a) Byju's b) Paytm c) Dream11 d) MPL Sports Ans: c) Dream11 7.What is the potential reason cited for Dream11's withdrawal as Team India's cricket title sponsor? a) Financial difficulties of the company b) A new law regulating real-money online games c) Disagreements with the BCCI over team performance d) A shift in marketing strategy towards other sports Ans: b) A new law regulating real-money online games 8.What was India's reiterated stance on oil procurement, as stated by its envoy to Russia? a) To exclusively procure oil from Russia b) To procure oil only from countries allied with the US c) To procure oil from wherever they secure the "best deal" d) To cease all oil imports and rely on domestic production Ans: c) To procure oil from wherever they secure the "best deal" 9.Which U.S. Vice-President suggested that tariffs on India were part of an "aggressive economic leverage" strategy by the U.S. to pressure Russia? a) Kamala Harris b) Mike Pence c) J.D. Vance d) Joe Biden Ans: c) J.D. Vance 10.A tragic road accident resulting in eight deaths occurred in which district of Uttar Pradesh? a) Noida b) Ghaziabad c) Bulandshahr d) Lucknow Ans: c) Bulandshahr 11.In which city was a man accused in a dowry murder case shot in the leg by police while attempting to flee custody? a) Delhi b) Noida c) Bulandshahr d) Gurugram Ans: b) Noida 12.Who is the Delhi Chief Minister mentioned in the news regarding a recent attack? a) Sheila Dikshit b) Rekha Gupta c) Priyanka Singh d) Smriti Irani Ans: b) Rekha Gupta 13.Which veteran Indian cricketer recently announced his retirement from all forms of cricket? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Jasprit Bumrah Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara

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August 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, what is India's current status in terms of global economic growth? a) The second-fastest growing major economy b) The world's fastest-growing major economy c) The third-largest economy glo...

1.According to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, what is India's current status in terms of global economic growth? a) The second-fastest growing major economy b) The world's fastest-growing major economy c) The third-largest economy globally d) A major economy with declining growth Ans: b) The world's fastest-growing major economy 2.What percentage of global growth does PM Modi project India's contribution to reach in the near future? a) Approximately 10% b) Approximately 15% c) Approximately 20% d) Approximately 25% Ans: c) Approximately 20% 3.The Prime Minister attributed India's economic resilience to a decade of macroeconomic stability, highlighting a projected fiscal deficit reduction to what percentage? a) 3.5% b) 4.0% c) 4.4% d) 5.0% Ans: c) 4.4% 4.What is the target year for India to become a 'developed India' as envisioned by the government? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 5.By when is the first domestically made semiconductor chip expected to be produced in India? a) End of 2024 b) End of 2025 c) Mid-2026 d) End of 2027 Ans: b) End of 2025 6.Which financial institution received approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to acquire up to a 24.99% stake in Yes Bank? a) Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group b) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) c) Mizuho Financial Group d) Nomura Holdings Ans: b) Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) 7.What is the validity period for the RBI's approval for SMBC's stake acquisition in Yes Bank, starting from August 22, 2025? a) Six months b) One year c) Two years d) Five years Ans: b) One year 8.The RBI has invited public feedback on narrowing the existing tolerance band around its 4% inflation target. What is the current tolerance band? a) +/- 1% b) +/- 1.5% c) +/- 2% d) +/- 2.5% Ans: c) +/- 2% 9.What was India's foreign exchange reserves total, as mentioned in the content, after increasing for the second consecutive week? a) $680.50 billion b) $690.00 billion c) $695.10 billion d) $700.20 billion Ans: c) $695.10 billion 10.When are the US tariffs of an additional 25% on Indian exports set to be imposed? a) August 23rd b) August 25th c) August 27th d) September 1st Ans: c) August 27th 11.What is the estimated value of the support package the Indian government is planning under the Export Promotion Mission (EPM) to cushion exporters from the impact of US tariffs? a) Rs 15,000 crore b) Rs 20,000 crore c) Rs 25,000 crore d) Rs 30,000 crore Ans: c) Rs 25,000 crore 12.What was the primary reason cited for Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloading Rs 25,564 crore worth of equities in August? a) Concerns over India's fiscal deficit b) High inflation rates in India c) High valuations in India compared to other global markets d) Weakening Indian rupee Ans: c) High valuations in India compared to other global markets

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August 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What type of new missile weapon systems did North Korea reportedly test-fire on August 23, 2025? a) Anti-ship missiles b) Ballistic missiles c) Air defense missiles d) Cruise missiles Ans: c) Air defense missiles 2.North K...

1.What type of new missile weapon systems did North Korea reportedly test-fire on August 23, 2025? a) Anti-ship missiles b) Ballistic missiles c) Air defense missiles d) Cruise missiles Ans: c) Air defense missiles 2.North Korea accuses which country of exacerbating border tensions, following its recent missile tests? a) China b) Japan c) South Korea d) Russia Ans: c) South Korea 3.Which three European nations did Iran's foreign minister engage with on August 23, 2025, regarding its nuclear program? a) Italy, Spain, Netherlands b) France, Germany, United Kingdom c) Sweden, Belgium, Poland d) Greece, Portugal, Ireland Ans: b) France, Germany, United Kingdom 4.What specific provision of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal are European nations threatening to invoke by month's end? a) Sanctions waiver b) Snapback provision c) Enrichment freeze d) Verification protocol Ans: b) Snapback provision 5.Which international body found Iran out of compliance with its nuclear obligations prior to the recent Iran-Israel conflict? a) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) b) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW) Ans: b) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) 6.On what date did the United Nations declare a famine in Gaza? a) August 20, 2025 b) August 21, 2025 c) August 22, 2025 d) August 23, 2025 Ans: c) August 22, 2025 7.According to the UN-backed body monitoring food security, approximately how many people in Gaza are facing 'starvation, destitution and death'? a) Over 100,000 b) Over 250,000 c) Over 500,000 d) Over 750,000 Ans: c) Over 500,000 8.In which country were global protests held, as mentioned in the content, calling for sanctions on Israel? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Australia d) Canada Ans: c) Australia 9.In which state of Nigeria did the military conduct precision airstrikes, resulting in the reported killing of suspected jihadists? a) Kaduna State b) Borno State c) Yobe State d) Adamawa State Ans: b) Borno State 10.The Nigerian airstrikes in the Kumshe area took place near the border with which neighboring country? a) Niger b) Chad c) Benin d) Cameroon Ans: d) Cameroon 11.Which militant group is identified as being resurgent in Nigeria's ongoing struggle with militancy? a) Al-Shabaab b) ISIS West Africa Province c) Boko Haram d) Ansaru Ans: c) Boko Haram 12.Which region of the United States is currently grappling with a severe heatwave leading to hospitalizations? a) Northeastern US b) Midwestern US c) Western US d) Southeastern US Ans: c) Western US 13.In which city in Arizona were high temperatures of 102 to 107 degrees Fahrenheit (39-42 degrees Celsius) forecast during the severe heatwave? a) Phoenix b) Tucson c) Flagstaff d) Yuma Ans: b) Tucson 14.Approximately how many people in the Western US are reported to be under extreme heat risk due to the severe heatwave? a) 500,000 b) 800,000 c) 1.2 million d) 2.5 million Ans: c) 1.2 million

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August 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the primary reason for India suspending most international postal services to the United States? a) Diplomatic tensions b) New customs regulations introduced by the US government c) A dispute over postal tariffs d) Security...

1.What is the primary reason for India suspending most international postal services to the United States? a) Diplomatic tensions b) New customs regulations introduced by the US government c) A dispute over postal tariffs d) Security concerns regarding mail content Ans: b) New customs regulations introduced by the US government 2.When did India's suspension of most international postal services to the United States become effective? a) July 30, 2025 b) August 25, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) As soon as new tariffs were announced Ans: b) August 25, 2025 3.Which US Executive Order led to the withdrawal of the duty-free de minimis exemption for goods entering the US, impacting Indian postal services? a) Executive Order No. 800 b) Executive Order No. 100 c) Executive Order No. 14324 d) Executive Order No. 2025 Ans: c) Executive Order No. 14324 4.Under the new US customs regulations, what is the duty-free de minimis exemption value for goods entering the US (excluding gift items)? a) USD 800 b) USD 100 c) USD 0 (no exemption) d) USD 500 Ans: c) USD 0 (no exemption) 5.For what specific items is there still an exemption from customs duties under the new US regulations, and what is its value limit? a) Commercial samples up to USD 50 b) Gift items up to USD 100 c) Educational materials up to USD 200 d) Medical supplies up to USD 1000 Ans: b) Gift items up to USD 100 6.On what specific occasion did Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlight India's advancements in the space sector? a) Independence Day b) National Science Day c) National Space Day d) Republic Day Ans: c) National Space Day 7.What ambitious target did PM Modi set for the Indian private sector and startups regarding annual rocket launches? a) 10 rockets per year b) 25 rockets per year c) 50 rockets per year d) 100 rockets per year Ans: c) 50 rockets per year 8.What major future aspiration did PM Modi mention for India's space program in the coming years? a) Landing a human on Mars b) Establishing a lunar base c) Building its own space station d) Launching a fleet of commercial satellites Ans: c) Building its own space station 9.PM Modi emphasized that space technology in India is not merely for scientific exploration but also for enhancing what aspect of citizens' lives? a) Economic Prosperity b) Global Influence c) Ease of Living d) National Security Ans: c) Ease of Living 10.Who affirmed India's "red lines" in its trade negotiations with the United States? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar d) Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal Ans: c) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar 11.India is determined to safeguard the interests of which groups in its trade talks with the US? a) Large corporations and IT professionals b) Farmers and small producers c) Automobile manufacturers and exporters d) Pharmaceutical companies and healthcare workers Ans: b) Farmers and small producers 12.India's External Affairs Minister criticized the US for scrutinizing India's energy ties with which country? a) Iran b) Venezuela c) Russia d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) Russia 13.Which veteran Indian cricketer recently announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Jasprit Bumrah Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara 14.Cheteshwar Pujara is widely recognized for his significant contributions primarily in which format of cricket? a) One Day Internationals (ODIs) b) Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is) c) Test cricket d) Indian Premier League (IPL) Ans: c) Test cricket 15.Which industrialist recently denied allegations of a Rs 2,000-crore bank fraud? a) Mukesh Ambani b) Gautam Adani c) Anil Ambani d) Ratan Tata Ans: c) Anil Ambani 16.Which investigative agency conducted raids at Anil Ambani's offices in connection with bank fraud allegations? a) Enforcement Directorate (ED) b) Income Tax Department (ITD) c) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) d) Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO) Ans: c) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) 17.Which company has reportedly decided to step down as the official title sponsor for Team India? a) Byju's b) Paytm c) Dream11 d) Star India Ans: c) Dream11 18.Ahead of which upcoming major cricket tournament did Dream11 reportedly withdraw its sponsorship for Team India? a) ICC T20 World Cup b) Asia Cup c) ICC Cricket World Cup d) Border-Gavaskar Trophy Ans: b) Asia Cup 19.Which organization will soon invite new bids for Team India's title sponsorship following Dream11's reported withdrawal? a) International Cricket Council (ICC) b) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) c) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports d) Indian Premier League (IPL) Governing Council Ans: b) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)

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1.On what date did veteran Indian Test cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara announce his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket? a) August 23, 2023 b) August 24, 2024 c) August 24, 2025 d) August 23, 2025 Ans: c) August 24, 2025
1.On what date did veteran Indian Test cricketer Cheteshwar Pujara announce his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket? a) August 23, 2023 b) August 24, 2024 c) August 24, 2025 d) August 23, 2025 Ans: c) August 24, 2025 2.Which rank does Cheteshwar Pujara hold among India's highest run-scorers in Test matches? a) Fifth-highest b) Sixth-highest c) Seventh-highest d) Eighth-highest Ans: d) Eighth-highest 3.How many Test matches did Cheteshwar Pujara play for India during his career? a) 98 b) 103 c) 108 d) 112 Ans: b) 103 4.Which team did NorthEast United FC defeat in the final to clinch their second consecutive Durand Cup title? a) Mohun Bagan SG b) East Bengal FC c) Diamond Harbour FC d) Bengaluru FC Ans: c) Diamond Harbour FC 5.The Durand Cup final between NorthEast United FC and Diamond Harbour FC was held at which venue? a) Salt Lake Stadium, Kolkata b) Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata c) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Delhi d) Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar Ans: b) Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan, Kolkata 6.What was the primary reason attributed to Dream11's reported withdrawal as Team India's title sponsor? a) Financial losses incurred by Dream11 b) BCCI's demand for a higher sponsorship fee c) A new law regulating money-based online gaming d) Lack of interest in cricket sponsorship Ans: c) A new law regulating money-based online gaming 7.Until which year was Dream11's original three-year contract as Team India's title sponsor valid before its reported withdrawal? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 8.Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen are gearing up for which major international tournament? a) All England Open b) Olympic Games c) BWF World Championships d) Asian Games Ans: c) BWF World Championships 9.Former Indian cricketer Manoj Tiwary expressed discontent regarding which specific upcoming cricket match due to political tensions? a) India vs. Australia Test series b) India vs. Pakistan clash in the 2025 Asia Cup c) India vs. England ODI series d) India's participation in the T20 World Cup Ans: b) India vs. Pakistan clash in the 2025 Asia Cup 10.Which two fitness tests were mentioned as subjects of frequent changes and a 'big problem' in Indian cricket's fitness regime? a) Beep Test and Shuttle Run b) Yo-Yo Test and Bronco Test c) Push-up Test and Sit-up Test d) Vertical Jump and Broad Jump Ans: b) Yo-Yo Test and Bronco Test

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August 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When was the second National Space Day observed, as mentioned in the content? a) August 23, 2024 b) August 23, 2025 c) August 24, 2025 d) December 2025 Ans: b) August 23, 2025 2.What significant future space endeavor was a...

1.When was the second National Space Day observed, as mentioned in the content? a) August 23, 2024 b) August 23, 2025 c) August 24, 2025 d) December 2025 Ans: b) August 23, 2025 2.What significant future space endeavor was announced by PM Modi during the National Space Day celebrations? a) Launch of a mission to Jupiter b) Establishment of India's own space station c) Development of a lunar colony d) First Indian astronaut on Mars Ans: b) Establishment of India's own space station 3.What is the name of the half-humanoid robot planned for the first uncrewed test flight (G1) of the Gaganyaan mission? a) Chandrayaan b) Mangalyaan c) Vyommitra d) Gaganyaan Ans: c) Vyommitra 4.When is the first uncrewed test flight (G1) of the Gaganyaan mission slated to take place? a) August 2025 b) December 2025 c) By 2028 d) By 2035 Ans: b) December 2025 5.Where was the crucial integrated airdrop test for the Gaganyaan mission planned for August 24, 2025? a) Arabian Sea b) Bay of Bengal c) Indian Ocean d) Thar Desert Ans: b) Bay of Bengal 6.According to the content, when did India achieve space docking capability? a) Last year b) This year c) By 2028 d) By 2035 Ans: b) This year 7.By which year is the first module (BAS-01) of India's proposed orbital lab, the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS), planned to be launched? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2028 8.How many modules is the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) planned to expand to by 2035? a) 1 b) 3 c) 5 d) 7 Ans: c) 5 9.Approximately how many space startups are currently operating in India, according to the Prime Minister? a) Around 50 b) Over 100 c) Over 350 d) Over 500 Ans: c) Over 350 10.When is the first 'Made in India' chip expected to enter the market, as per the content? a) By mid-2025 b) By the end of this year c) By 2026 d) Not specified Ans: b) By the end of this year 11.Which of the following breakthrough technologies are mentioned as crucial for India's future space missions? a) Nuclear fission and warp drive b) Semi-cryogenic engines and electric propulsion c) Solar sails and atmospheric re-entry shields d) Quantum computing and artificial gravity Ans: b) Semi-cryogenic engines and electric propulsion

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1.According to the Prime Minister's statement, what is India projected to become in the near future regarding its economic standing globally? a) The world's largest economy b) The world's second-largest economy c) The world's third-largest economy d) The fastest-growing major economy Ans: c) The world's third-largest economy 2.On what date did PM Modi speak at the Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2025, highlighting India's economic trajectory? a) August 23, 2025 b) September 3, 2025 c) August 25, 2025 d) Diwali 2025 Ans: a) August 23, 2025 3.What percentage of the world's growth is India projected to contribute soon, as stated by PM Modi? a) Approximately 10% b) Around 15% c) Around 20% d) More than 25% Ans: c) Around 20% 4.What projected fiscal deficit reduction, cited as a key economic indicator, highlights India's macroeconomic stability? a) 3.5% b) 4.4% c) 5.0% d) 6.2% Ans: b) 4.4% 5.When is the next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform process expected to be completed? a) By the end of 2025 b) Before Diwali c) On September 3-4 d) In the first half of 2026 Ans: b) Before Diwali 6.India is expected to see its first domestically made semiconductor chip in the market by which timeline? a) Mid-2025 b) End of 2025 c) Early 2026 d) End of 2030 Ans: b) End of 2025 7.India achieved its target of generating 50% of its total power capacity from non-fossil fuels in 2025. How many years ahead of its original schedule was this achievement? a) Two years b) Three years c) Five years d) Ten years Ans: c) Five years 8.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently approved SMBC's acquisition of a 24.99% stake in which Indian bank? a) State Bank of India b) ICICI Bank c) HDFC Bank d) Yes Bank Ans: d) Yes Bank 9.India leads Asia Pacific (APAC) office demand in H1 2025 leasing with what percentage share? a) 50% b) 60% c) 70% d) 80% Ans: c) 70% 10.India has recently surpassed China in which specific export category to the United States? a) Textiles b) Pharmaceuticals c) Smartphone exports d) Automobile components Ans: c) Smartphone exports 11.What was India's flash Purchasing Managers Index (PMI) reading in August, indicating record services and manufacturing growth? a) 58.5 b) 60.1 c) 65.2 d) 70.0 Ans: c) 65.2 12.Which round of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) did India and Australia conclude on August 23, 2025? a) 9th round b) 10th round c) 11th round d) 12th round Ans: c) 11th round 13.What specific service did India Post temporarily suspend to the US from August 25? a) Registered mail services b) Express mail services c) Parcel services d) Money order services Ans: c) Parcel services 14.Which Russia-backed refinery in India is reportedly facing fresh US and EU sanctions trouble, impacting its EPC work? a) Reliance Petroleum b) Nayara Energy c) Chennai Petroleum Corporation d) Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Ans: b) Nayara Energy

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1.Which entity officially declared a famine in Gaza City, according to the provided content? a) The Israeli Ministry of Health b) A UN-backed authority c) The World Health Organization (WHO) d) The Palestinian Red Crescent Society An...

1.Which entity officially declared a famine in Gaza City, according to the provided content? a) The Israeli Ministry of Health b) A UN-backed authority c) The World Health Organization (WHO) d) The Palestinian Red Crescent Society Ans: b) A UN-backed authority 2.Approximately how many people in the Gaza Strip are reported to be facing catastrophic levels of starvation, destitution, and death? a) Less than 100,000 b) Around 250,000 c) Over half a million d) Over one million Ans: c) Over half a million 3.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is actively seeking support from which group of countries to exert diplomatic pressure on Russia? a) NATO member states b) European Union nations c) Countries in the Global South d) G7 member countries Ans: c) Countries in the Global South 4.What recent event related to the Russia-Ukraine conflict led to temporary suspensions of airport operations in central Russia? a) A major cyberattack targeting air traffic control b) A large-scale military exercise by Russian forces c) Russian air defenses downing a drone headed for Moscow d) An unexpected diplomatic visit from a foreign dignitary Ans: c) Russian air defenses downing a drone headed for Moscow 5.In which country did ministers recently resign over disagreements concerning Gaza policy? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Netherlands d) France Ans: c) Netherlands 6.Which volcano in Hawaii has erupted again, according to the provided text? a) Mauna Loa b) Mount Rainier c) Kilauea d) Mount St. Helens Ans: c) Kilauea 7.Scientists are studying a potential link between melting glaciers and increased seismic and volcanic activity in which specific country? a) Greenland b) Alaska c) Iceland d) New Zealand Ans: c) Iceland

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1.India observed its second National Space Day on August 23, 2025. What specific event does this day commemorate? a) India's first successful satellite launch b) The successful Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing c) The establishment of ISRO...

1.India observed its second National Space Day on August 23, 2025. What specific event does this day commemorate? a) India's first successful satellite launch b) The successful Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing c) The establishment of ISRO d) The launch of the Gaganyaan mission Ans: b) The successful Chandrayaan-3 lunar landing 2.What was the theme for India's National Space Day 2025? a) Space for Sustainable Development b) Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities c) India's Journey to Mars d) Chandrayaan: A Leap for Mankind Ans: b) Aryabhatta to Gaganyaan: Ancient Wisdom to Infinite Possibilities 3.Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the private sector and startups to aim for launching how many rockets annually? a) 25 b) 50 c) 75 d) 100 Ans: b) 50 4.Which astronaut (Gaganyatri) was felicitated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh during the National Space Day celebrations? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 5.At the Economic Times World Leaders Forum, Prime Minister Modi stated that India is guided by which mantra for economic upliftment? a) Innovate, Integrate, Inspire b) Reform, Perform, and Transform c) Grow, Develop, Sustain d) Modernize, Stabilize, Globalize Ans: b) Reform, Perform, and Transform 6.By which year does Prime Minister Modi aim for India to become a developed nation? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 7.When is the next-generation GST reform process, aimed at simplifying the law and reducing prices, expected to be completed? a) Before the end of 2025 b) Before Diwali c) By the next Union Budget d) By mid-2026 Ans: b) Before Diwali 8.Which veteran Indian cricketer announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket on August 24, 2025? a) Virat Kohli b) Rohit Sharma c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara 9.What was the primary reason for fantasy sports platform Dream11 reportedly withdrawing as the lead sponsor for the Indian cricket team? a) Financial disputes with BCCI b) A change in marketing strategy c) Passage of the 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025' banning real-money gaming d) Low viewership for cricket matches Ans: c) Passage of the 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill 2025' banning real-money gaming 10.Which of the following districts in Rajasthan were among the worst affected by severe flood-like conditions? a) Jaipur, Udaipur, Jodhpur b) Kota, Bundi, Sawai Madhopur, Tonk c) Bikaner, Jaisalmer, Barmer d) Alwar, Bharatpur, Dholpur Ans: b) Kota, Bundi, Sawai Madhopur, Tonk 11.An LPG tanker explosion in Punjab resulted in multiple fatalities and injuries. Near which location did this accident occur? a) Ludhiana b) Amritsar c) Mandiala in Hoshiarpur d) Patiala Ans: c) Mandiala in Hoshiarpur 12.The Department of Posts temporarily suspended most postal services to the United States due to changes in US customs rules. Which US Executive Order was specifically cited? a) Executive Order No. 12345 b) Executive Order No. 14324 c) Executive Order No. 15678 d) Executive Order No. 16789 Ans: b) Executive Order No. 14324 13.Under the new US customs rules, what was the value of the duty-free de minimis exemption that was withdrawn for goods entering the US? a) Up to $100 b) Up to $200 c) Up to $500 d) Up to $800 Ans: d) Up to $800 14.Despite the suspension of most postal services to the US, which types of items remain exempt and can still be sent? a) All commercial goods b) Letters, documents, and gift items up to $100 in value c) Only perishable goods d) Electronic devices only Ans: b) Letters, documents, and gift items up to $100 in value

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1.When was a famine officially declared in the Gaza Strip, according to the provided information? a) August 22, 2024 b) July 15, 2025 c) August 22, 2025 d) September 1, 2024 Ans: c) August 22, 2025 2.Which international orga...

1.When was a famine officially declared in the Gaza Strip, according to the provided information? a) August 22, 2024 b) July 15, 2025 c) August 22, 2025 d) September 1, 2024 Ans: c) August 22, 2025 2.Which international organization officially declared a famine in the Gaza Strip? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations (UN) c) International Red Cross d) Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Ans: b) United Nations (UN) 3.The famine declaration in the Gaza Strip marks the first time such a declaration has been made in which region? a) Sub-Saharan Africa b) East Asia c) The Middle East d) Latin America Ans: c) The Middle East 4.How many people across Gaza are reported to have died as a result of Israeli attacks, according to the content? a) 36 b) 63 c) 100 d) Over 200 Ans: b) 63 5.Which two villages in Ukraine's Donetsk region has Russia claimed to have captured? a) Bakhmut and Avdiivka b) Sredneye and Kleban-Byk c) Lyman and Soledar d) Olenivka and Marinka Ans: b) Sredneye and Kleban-Byk 6.Russia's advance in the Donetsk region is seen as a further push towards which key fortified Ukrainian town? a) Kramatorsk b) Sloviansk c) Kostiantynivka d) Chasiv Yar Ans: c) Kostiantynivka 7.Which US department is reportedly blocking Ukraine from using US-made long-range missiles to strike targets inside Russia? a) Department of State b) Department of Defense (Pentagon) c) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) d) National Security Council (NSC) Ans: b) Department of Defense (Pentagon) 8.Which world leader has joined calls for a summit between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Russian President Vladimir Putin? a) French President Emmanuel Macron b) German Chancellor Olaf Scholz c) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa d) Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan Ans: c) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa 9.What type of new missiles did North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently supervise the test-firing of? a) Ballistic missiles b) Cruise missiles c) Anti-air missiles d) Anti-ship missiles Ans: c) Anti-air missiles

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1.What is India's primary economic goal for 2047 as articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) To become a $5 trillion economy b) To achieve 100% literacy c) To become the world's third-largest major economy and a developed nati...

1.What is India's primary economic goal for 2047 as articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) To become a $5 trillion economy b) To achieve 100% literacy c) To become the world's third-largest major economy and a developed nation d) To double farmers' income Ans: c) To become the world's third-largest major economy and a developed nation 2.Prime Minister Modi emphasized India's commitment to which three-word mantra for its progress? a) Grow, Sustain, Innovate b) Reform, Perform, Transform c) Build, Operate, Transfer d) Lead, Serve, Prosper Ans: b) Reform, Perform, Transform 3.According to PM Modi, when is the next-generation GST reform process expected to be completed? a) By the end of the year b) Before Diwali c) Within the next fiscal quarter d) Before the next general elections Ans: b) Before Diwali 4.Which of the following sectors was NOT specifically mentioned by PM Modi as an area where the private sector should increase R&D investment? a) Clean energy b) Quantum technology c) Artificial intelligence d) Biotechnology Ans: c) Artificial intelligence 5.On National Space Day, what annual rocket launch target did PM Modi urge India's private sector and startups to aim for? a) 25 rockets b) 50 rockets c) 75 rockets d) 100 rockets Ans: b) 50 rockets 6.What significant space infrastructure is India planning to build in the coming years, as announced by PM Modi? a) A lunar base b) A Mars colony c) Its own space station d) A new satellite launch center Ans: c) Its own space station 7.Which Indian state was mentioned as among the worst-hit by rain-related incidents, including floods and landslides? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Bihar c) Jharkhand d) West Bengal Ans: c) Jharkhand 8.In Jammu & Kashmir, which river swelled and reportedly damaged a bridge on the Jammu-Pathankot National Highway due to heavy rainfall? a) Tawi River b) Sahar Khad River c) Chenab River d) Jhelum River Ans: b) Sahar Khad River 9.Who is the current Prime Minister of Fiji who recently visited New Delhi for a four-day visit? a) Frank Bainimarama b) Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka c) Voreqe Bainimarama d) Mahendra Chaudhry Ans: b) Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka 10.Who has been nominated by US President Donald Trump as the next US ambassador to India? a) Nikki Haley b) Eric Garcetti c) Sergio Gor d) Kenneth Juster Ans: c) Sergio Gor 11.India is set to jointly manufacture advanced jet engines with an aerospace major from which country? a) United States b) Russia c) France d) Germany Ans: c) France 12.What is the approximate value of the substantial Indo-German deal for six advanced submarines? a) Rs 50,000 crore b) Rs 60,000 crore c) Rs 70,000 crore d) Rs 80,000 crore Ans: c) Rs 70,000 crore 13.DRDO recently conducted maiden flight tests for which of the following systems? a) A new intercontinental ballistic missile b) An Integrated Air Defence Weapon System c) A stealth bomber prototype d) An unmanned combat aerial vehicle Ans: b) An Integrated Air Defence Weapon System 14.Postal services from India have been temporarily suspended to which country starting August 25? a) United Kingdom b) Canada c) United States d) Australia Ans: c) United States 15.Which veteran Indian cricketer recently announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket? a) Rohit Sharma b) Virat Kohli c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara

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1.What is the mantra guiding India's economic vision, as stated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Innovate, Integrate, Elevate b) Reform, Perform, Transform c) Grow, Sustain, Prosper d) Modernize, Diversify, Globalize Ans: b) Refor...

1.What is the mantra guiding India's economic vision, as stated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Innovate, Integrate, Elevate b) Reform, Perform, Transform c) Grow, Sustain, Prosper d) Modernize, Diversify, Globalize Ans: b) Reform, Perform, Transform 2.By which year does India aim to become the world's third-largest major economy and a developed nation? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 3.Which significant reform process is targeted for completion before Diwali, as mentioned by PM Modi? a) Labor Law Reforms b) Next-generation GST reform c) Agricultural Sector Reforms d) Banking Sector Reforms Ans: b) Next-generation GST reform 4.On National Space Day, what annual rocket launch target did PM Modi urge the private sector and startups to set? a) 10 rockets b) 25 rockets c) 50 rockets d) 100 rockets Ans: c) 50 rockets 5.Which future space infrastructure is India planning to build in the coming years? a) A lunar base b) Its own space station c) A deep-space observatory d) A Mars colony Ans: b) Its own space station 6.The CBI recently booked Anil Ambani in an alleged bank fraud case causing significant loss to which bank? a) Punjab National Bank b) State Bank of India c) ICICI Bank d) Axis Bank Ans: b) State Bank of India 7.What was the approximate amount of the alleged bank fraud for which Anil Ambani was booked by the CBI? a) Over ₹500 crore b) Over ₹1,000 crore c) Over ₹2,000 crore d) Over ₹5,000 crore Ans: c) Over ₹2,000 crore 8.India will jointly manufacture advanced jet engines with which country's aerospace major, Safran? a) United States b) Russia c) France d) Germany Ans: c) France 9.Who is the Prime Minister of the Republic of Fiji who recently visited New Delhi? a) Frank Bainimarama b) Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka c) Voreqe Bainimarama d) Josaia Voreqe Bainimarama Ans: b) Sitiveni Ligamamada Rabuka 10.Which Indian states were mentioned as being affected by recent heavy rainfall, causing floods and disruptions? a) Himachal Pradesh and Punjab b) Jammu & Kashmir and Uttarakhand c) Kerala and Tamil Nadu d) Maharashtra and Gujarat Ans: b) Jammu & Kashmir and Uttarakhand 11.Which veteran Indian cricketer recently announced his retirement from all forms of Indian cricket? a) Ajinkya Rahane b) Ishant Sharma c) Cheteshwar Pujara d) Ravichandran Ashwin Ans: c) Cheteshwar Pujara

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1.How many chip design projects were approved under India's Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme? a) 15 b) 23 c) 30 d) 42 Ans: b) 23 2.Which government ministry announced the approval of chip design projects under the DLI sc...

1.How many chip design projects were approved under India's Design Linked Incentive (DLI) scheme? a) 15 b) 23 c) 30 d) 42 Ans: b) 23 2.Which government ministry announced the approval of chip design projects under the DLI scheme? a) Ministry of Commerce and Industry b) Ministry of Finance c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) d) Ministry of Science and Technology Ans: c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) 3.What is the total financial push allocated for chipmaking projects across six states as part of India's broader semiconductor strategy? a) ₹500 billion b) ₹1.2 trillion c) ₹1.6 trillion d) ₹2.0 trillion Ans: c) ₹1.6 trillion 4.By which year does Prime Minister Narendra Modi envision India becoming a developed nation? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 5.What is the guiding mantra for India's contribution to global economic recovery, as stated by Prime Minister Modi? a) "Innovate, Integrate, Elevate" b) "Reform, Perform, Transform" c) "Grow, Sustain, Prosper" d) "Build, Connect, Thrive" Ans: b) "Reform, Perform, Transform" 6.When is the "next-generation GST reform" process, aimed at simplifying the law and reducing prices, expected to be completed? a) By the end of 2025 b) Before Diwali c) By the next Union Budget d) Within the next six months Ans: b) Before Diwali 7.Under which housing scheme will Prime Minister Modi inaugurate housing units during his visit to Gujarat? a) Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awas Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) c) Atal Awas Yojana d) Urban Housing Scheme Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) 8.What is the total estimated value of development projects for which Prime Minister Modi will lay foundation stones in Gujarat? a) ₹3,500 crore b) ₹4,800 crore c) ₹5,477 crore d) ₹6,200 crore Ans: c) ₹5,477 crore 9.India's Department of Posts will temporarily suspend most postal services to which country starting August 25, 2025? a) United Kingdom b) Canada c) Australia d) United States Ans: d) United States 10.What is the primary reason cited for India's decision to suspend most postal services to the United States? a) Increased shipping costs b) New US Executive Order eliminating duty-free exemptions c) Logistical challenges due to air cargo issues d) Diplomatic tensions between the two countries Ans: b) New US Executive Order eliminating duty-free exemptions 11.After the suspension, what is the maximum value for gift items that will still be accepted for delivery to the US? a) USD 50 b) USD 100 c) USD 200 d) USD 800 Ans: b) USD 100

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1.Which football club recently secured the Durand Cup title for the second consecutive year? a) Diamond Harbour FC b) NorthEast United FC c) Bengaluru FC d) ATK Mohun Bagan Ans: b) NorthEast United FC 2.NorthEast United FC d...

1.Which football club recently secured the Durand Cup title for the second consecutive year? a) Diamond Harbour FC b) NorthEast United FC c) Bengaluru FC d) ATK Mohun Bagan Ans: b) NorthEast United FC 2.NorthEast United FC defeated which team in the final of the Durand Cup? a) Mohun Bagan Super Giant b) Diamond Harbour FC c) FC Goa d) Mumbai City FC Ans: b) Diamond Harbour FC 3.Animesh Kujur, who won gold in the men's 200m at the National inter-state athletics meet, represents which Indian state? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Tamil Nadu c) Odisha d) Haryana Ans: c) Odisha 4.Annu Rani, a gold medalist at the National inter-state athletics meet, competes in which athletic event? a) Women's 200m b) Women's Javelin Throw c) Women's Long Jump d) Women's Shot Put Ans: b) Women's Javelin Throw 5.Which fantasy sports platform reportedly withdrew as the title sponsor of the Indian men's cricket team ahead of the Asia Cup? a) My11Circle b) MPL c) Dream11 d) FanCode Ans: c) Dream11 6.The reported withdrawal of Dream11 as the title sponsor of the Indian men's cricket team is influenced by which upcoming legislation? a) Sports Regulation Act, 2024 b) Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 c) Digital Economy Bill, 2023 d) Indian Cricket Board Amendments, 2026 Ans: b) Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 7.Indian Test skipper Shubman Gill is expected to miss which domestic tournament due to illness? a) Ranji Trophy b) Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy c) Duleep Trophy d) Vijay Hazare Trophy Ans: c) Duleep Trophy 8.Global football icon Lionel Messi is confirmed to visit which Indian state in November for an exhibition match? a) West Bengal b) Goa c) Kerala d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Kerala 9.Arjun Babuta and Elavenil Valarivan won gold in the 10m air rifle mixed team event at which championship? a) World Shooting Championship b) Commonwealth Shooting Championship c) 16th Asian Shooting Championship d) National Shooting Championship Ans: c) 16th Asian Shooting Championship 10.Hillang Yajik, who won gold and silver medals at the South Asian Bodybuilding Championships, hails from which Indian state? a) Assam b) Nagaland c) Manipur d) Arunachal Pradesh Ans: d) Arunachal Pradesh

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1.What significant event does India's National Space Day, celebrated on August 23, 2025, commemorate? a) The launch of India's first satellite, Aryabhata b) The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon c) The establishment of ...

1.What significant event does India's National Space Day, celebrated on August 23, 2025, commemorate? a) The launch of India's first satellite, Aryabhata b) The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon c) The establishment of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) d) The first Indian human spaceflight mission Ans: b) The successful landing of Chandrayaan-3 on the Moon 2.What is the name of India's proposed orbital laboratory, the first look of which was unveiled on National Space Day? a) Gaganyaan Orbital Module (GOM) b) Vikram Space Station (VSS) c) Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) d) Indian Space Habitation (ISH) Ans: c) Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) 3.By what year is the first module, BAS-01, of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) slated for launch? a) 2025 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2028 4.India has set an ambitious target to place an Indian astronaut on the Moon by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040 5.Which two entities collaborated to successfully develop new indigenous integrated circuits (ICs) for India's launch vehicle avionics? a) DRDO and HAL b) ISRO and Department of Space c) ISRO and MeitY's Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) d) NITI Aayog and BHEL Ans: c) ISRO and MeitY's Semi-Conductor Laboratory (SCL) 6.Who became the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS) in June, as mentioned in the content? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla d) Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman Ans: c) IAF Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 7.India's first human spaceflight mission is targeted to launch by which year? a) End of current year b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2027 8.How many satellites does India plan to launch over the next 15 years, as announced by Science and Technology Minister Jitendra Singh? a) Approximately 50 b) More than 100 c) Up to 75 d) Exactly 150 Ans: b) More than 100 9.What is India's ambitious target for defence exports by the year 2029? a) ₹25,000 crore b) ₹50,000 crore c) ₹75,000 crore d) ₹1,00,000 crore Ans: b) ₹50,000 crore 10.With which French aerospace giant will India partner to commence manufacturing engines for fifth-generation fighter aircraft? a) Airbus b) Dassault Aviation c) Thales Group d) Safran Ans: d) Safran 11.When is the Chandrayaan-4 mission planned to be launched, according to the provided information? a) 2027 b) 2028 c) 2029 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2028 12.Which Indian state launched its Startup & Innovation Policy 2025 to foster an entrepreneurial ecosystem? a) Karnataka b) Gujarat c) Maharashtra d) Telangana Ans: c) Maharashtra

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1.As highlighted by PM Modi, by which year does India aim to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.What was India's flash Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August 2025, in...

1.As highlighted by PM Modi, by which year does India aim to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.What was India's flash Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August 2025, indicating robust economic activity? a) 58.5 b) 60.1 c) 65.2 d) 70.0 Ans: c) 65.2 3.For the week ending August 15, what was the value of India's foreign exchange reserves? a) $595.10 billion b) $695.10 billion c) $710.50 billion d) $680.20 billion Ans: b) $695.10 billion 4.In the first half of 2025, India led the Asia Pacific (APAC) region in office leasing, securing what percentage share? a) 50% b) 60% c) 70% d) 80% Ans: c) 70% 5.What was the approximate value of India's non-smartphone electronics exports in FY25? a) ₹90,000 crore (US$10 billion) b) ₹1,00,000 crore (US$12 billion) c) ₹1,21,870 crore (US$14 billion) d) ₹1,50,000 crore (US$18 billion) Ans: c) ₹1,21,870 crore (US$14 billion) 6.Which country has India surpassed in smartphone exports to the United States? a) South Korea b) Vietnam c) China d) Taiwan Ans: c) China 7.The BFSI sector is projected to add how many jobs by 2030, with a significant focus on tier-II and tier-III cities? a) 150,000 b) 200,000 c) 250,000 d) 300,000 Ans: c) 250,000 8.What was the percentage of Non-Performing Assets (NPA) against outstanding amounts under the Mudra Yojana in March 2025? a) 5.5% b) 7.2% c) 9.8% d) 12.1% Ans: c) 9.8% 9.How much has the government disbursed under 12 Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes until July 31? a) ₹15,000 crore b) ₹21,689 crore c) ₹30,250 crore d) ₹45,000 crore Ans: b) ₹21,689 crore 10.What is the specific reform being discussed for the Goods and Services Tax (GST) structure, with the GST Council meeting scheduled for September 3-4? a) Single-slab structure b) Two-slab structure c) Three-slab structure d) Abolition of certain taxes Ans: b) Two-slab structure

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1.Who personally oversaw North Korea's recent test-firing of "new" air defense missiles, as reported by state media? a) Kim Il Sung b) Kim Jong Il c) Kim Jong Un d) Ri Yong Ho Ans: c) Kim Jong Un 2.North Korea test-fired new...

1.Who personally oversaw North Korea's recent test-firing of "new" air defense missiles, as reported by state media? a) Kim Il Sung b) Kim Jong Il c) Kim Jong Un d) Ri Yong Ho Ans: c) Kim Jong Un 2.North Korea test-fired new air defense missiles amidst accusations that which country is deliberately escalating tensions along their shared border? a) Japan b) China c) United States d) South Korea Ans: d) South Korea 3.Which body officially declared a famine in Gaza City, according to the provided content? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations-backed monitoring body c) International Red Cross d) Doctors Without Borders Ans: b) United Nations-backed monitoring body 4.What is cited as a primary contributing factor to the dire conditions and famine declaration in Gaza City? a) A widespread epidemic b) A natural disaster c) Continued Israeli airstrikes d) Economic sanctions from neighboring countries Ans: c) Continued Israeli airstrikes 5.Former Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe was arrested on charges of misusing public funds for what specific purpose? a) Funding political campaigns b) Supporting a private overseas trip c) Investing in personal businesses d) Bribing foreign officials Ans: b) Supporting a private overseas trip 6.Which former Sri Lankan President was recently arrested on charges of misusing public funds? a) Mahinda Rajapaksa b) Gotabaya Rajapaksa c) Maithripala Sirisena d) Ranil Wickremesinghe Ans: d) Ranil Wickremesinghe 7.The head of which U.S. intelligence agency was reportedly dismissed following an alleged denial of a claim made by former President Trump regarding Iran? a) Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) b) National Security Agency (NSA) c) Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) d) Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Ans: c) Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)

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1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi articulated India's economic vision at which forum on August 23, 2025? a) World Economic Forum b) Economic Times World Leaders Forum c) G20 Summit d) Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit Ans: b) Economic Times...

1.Prime Minister Narendra Modi articulated India's economic vision at which forum on August 23, 2025? a) World Economic Forum b) Economic Times World Leaders Forum c) G20 Summit d) Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit Ans: b) Economic Times World Leaders Forum 2.What guiding mantra did Prime Minister Modi state for India's economic progress? a) Innovate, Integrate, Inspire b) Reform, Perform, and Transform c) Grow, Sustain, Globalize d) Develop, Diversify, Deliver Ans: b) Reform, Perform, and Transform 3.By which year does India aim to become a developed nation, as stated by Prime Minister Modi? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 4.What percentage of global economic growth is India projected to contribute soon? a) 10% b) 15% c) 20% d) 25% Ans: c) 20% 5.Which 'next-generation' reform, aimed at simplifying laws and reducing prices, was mentioned by PM Modi as expected before Diwali? a) Direct Tax Code reform b) Land Acquisition reform c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform d) Labour Code reform Ans: c) Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform 6.India is rapidly working on which next-generation mobile technology, with the first Made-in-India chip expected by year-end? a) 4G Advanced b) 5G-Plus c) 6G d) Quantum Internet Ans: c) 6G 7.What ambitious target has Prime Minister Modi set for India's private sector and startups regarding annual rocket launches? a) 10 rockets per year b) 25 rockets per year c) 50 rockets per year d) 100 rockets per year Ans: c) 50 rockets per year 8.What significant long-term goal did Prime Minister Modi assert India will achieve in the space sector? a) Manned mission to Mars b) Permanent lunar base c) Building its own space station d) Developing a space elevator Ans: c) Building its own space station 9.India's Department of Posts suspended services to the US primarily due to: a) Cybersecurity threats to postal networks. b) New tariffs imposed by the US and undefined customs processes. c) Logistics issues caused by global shipping delays. d) A dispute over international postal rates. Ans: b) New tariffs imposed by the US and undefined customs processes. 10.Which of the following postal articles are explicitly exempted from India's temporary suspension of services to the United States? a) Commercial goods exceeding $100 in value b) All types of parcels and packages c) Letters, documents, and gift items valued up to $100 d) Medical supplies and equipment Ans: c) Letters, documents, and gift items valued up to $100

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1.When is the Income Tax Act, 2025, which replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961, set to take effect? a) August 21, 2025 b) August 22, 2025 c) April 1, 2026 d) April 1, 2025 Ans: c) April 1, 2026 2.What is a primary objective o...

1.When is the Income Tax Act, 2025, which replaces the Income-tax Act of 1961, set to take effect? a) August 21, 2025 b) August 22, 2025 c) April 1, 2026 d) April 1, 2025 Ans: c) April 1, 2026 2.What is a primary objective of the Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, regarding 'money gaming platforms'? a) To promote all forms of online gaming without restriction b) To curb addiction and financial distress caused by predatory money gaming platforms c) To ban all online gaming activities in India d) To primarily encourage foreign investment in the gaming sector Ans: b) To curb addiction and financial distress caused by predatory money gaming platforms 3.On which date was the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana launched nationwide? a) August 22, 2025 b) August 15, 2025 c) August 21, 2025 d) April 1, 2026 Ans: b) August 15, 2025 4.Under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rojgar Yojana, what is the direct financial support provided by the Central Government to young individuals taking their first job in the private sector? a) ₹10,000 b) ₹12,500 c) ₹15,000 d) ₹20,000 Ans: c) ₹15,000 5.The Prime Minister inaugurated and laid foundation stones for development projects worth approximately ₹13,000 crore on August 22, 2025, in which city of Bihar? a) Patna b) Gaya c) Buxar d) Muzaffarpur Ans: b) Gaya 6.How many railway stations across the country have been selected for redevelopment under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme? a) 1,000 b) 1,250 c) 1,337 d) 1,500 Ans: c) 1,337 7.The Karnataka Chief Minister announced a White Paper on August 22, 2025, concerning which financial aspect? a) State's own tax revenue collection b) Allocations received for centrally-sponsored schemes c) Foreign Direct Investment in the state d) State's outstanding public debt Ans: b) Allocations received for centrally-sponsored schemes 8.The transport ministry's notification on August 21, 2025, aims to discourage the retention of older vehicles by significantly increasing registration renewal fees for vehicles older than how many years? a) 10 years b) 15 years c) 20 years d) 25 years Ans: c) 20 years 9.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a purpose of the Income Tax Act, 2025? a) Modernize and streamline India's direct tax framework b) Reduce the number of sections in tax law c) Increase the overall tax collection by 50% d) Improve clarity for taxpayers Ans: c) Increase the overall tax collection by 50% 10.The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, passed by Parliament on August 21, 2025, also aims to promote and regulate which other forms of online games? a) Only casino-style games b) Only high-stakes gambling games c) E-sports and educational games d) All forms of online betting Ans: c) E-sports and educational games

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1.Who recently shattered the men's 400m national record in Indian athletics with a timing of 45.12 seconds? a) Khangembam Pilot b) Vishal TK c) Hima Das d) Muhammed Anas Yahiya Ans: b) Vishal TK 2.Pooja Olla, who won gold in...

1.Who recently shattered the men's 400m national record in Indian athletics with a timing of 45.12 seconds? a) Khangembam Pilot b) Vishal TK c) Hima Das d) Muhammed Anas Yahiya Ans: b) Vishal TK 2.Pooja Olla, who won gold in the 1500m at the National Senior Interstate Athletics Championship, is also a silver medallist in which international championship? a) World Athletics Championship b) Commonwealth Games c) Asian Championship d) Olympic Games Ans: c) Asian Championship 3.In which event did Khangembam Pilot win a bronze medal at the 64th National Inter State Senior Athletics Championship? a) Men's 20000m race walk b) Men's 1500m c) Men's 400m d) Men's 10000m race walk Ans: a) Men's 20000m race walk 4.The Indian women's U-18 recurve team, comprising Gatha Khadake, Jiana Kumar, and Sharvari Shende, clinched a bronze medal at the World Youth Archery Championships. In which city was this championship held? a) Tokyo, Japan b) Winnipeg, Canada c) Paris, France d) New Delhi, India Ans: b) Winnipeg, Canada 5.Which Indian government body has given the green light for the national cricket team to participate against Pakistan in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025? a) Ministry of External Affairs b) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) c) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) d) Indian Sports Ministry Ans: d) Indian Sports Ministry 6.The India-Pakistan group-stage match for the Asia Cup 2025 is scheduled to be held in which city? a) Lahore b) Colombo c) Dubai d) Dhaka Ans: c) Dubai 7.Which of the following international sports events is NOT scheduled to be hosted by Ahmedabad in 2025? a) Commonwealth Weightlifting Championship b) Asian Aquatics Championship c) AFC U-17 Asian Cup 2026 Qualifiers d) World Youth Archery Championships Ans: d) World Youth Archery Championships 8.Ahmedabad is set to become a prominent global sports hub by hosting multiple international events in 2025. This move primarily reinforces Gujarat's growing reputation as a: a) Major tourism destination b) Multi-sport, high-performance destination c) Leading industrial hub d) Center for traditional Indian sports Ans: b) Multi-sport, high-performance destination

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1.When was the model of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) unveiled by ISRO? a) August 22, 2024 b) August 22, 2025 c) National Space Day 2024 d) December 25, 2025 Ans: b) August 22, 2025 2.What is the target year for the ...

1.When was the model of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS) unveiled by ISRO? a) August 22, 2024 b) August 22, 2025 c) National Space Day 2024 d) December 25, 2025 Ans: b) August 22, 2025 2.What is the target year for the launch of the first module (BAS-01) of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)? a) 2025 b) 2028 c) 2030 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2028 3.Upon operating its own space station, India will become which number nation globally to achieve this feat? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 4.What is the planned weight and orbital altitude of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)? a) 5 tonnes, 400 km b) 10 tonnes, 450 km c) 15 tonnes, 500 km d) 20 tonnes, 400 km Ans: b) 10 tonnes, 450 km 5.Where does OpenAI plan to open its first corporate office in India? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) Hyderabad d) New Delhi Ans: d) New Delhi 6.India is considered OpenAI's second-largest market globally based on what criterion? a) Revenue b) User base c) Number of developers d) Investment opportunities Ans: b) User base 7.What is the significant investment committed by Kyndryl over the next three years to bolster India's AI ecosystem? a) $1.5 billion b) $2.0 billion c) $2.25 billion d) $3.0 billion Ans: c) $2.25 billion 8.Kyndryl's investment includes establishing an AI Innovation Lab in which Indian city? a) New Delhi b) Hyderabad c) Bengaluru d) Chennai Ans: c) Bengaluru 9.India is developing a Fifth Generation fighter aircraft with a domestically manufactured engine in collaboration with which French firm? a) Airbus b) Dassault Aviation c) Safran d) Thales Ans: c) Safran 10.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an indigenous feature of the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (BAS)? a) Environmental Control and Life Support System (ECLSS) b) Bharat Docking System c) Bharat Berthing Mechanism d) Bharat Propulsion System Ans: d) Bharat Propulsion System

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1.What was India's Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August 2025, as reported by HSBC's flash survey? a) 61.1 b) 65.2 c) 65.6 d) 60.5 Ans: b) 65.2 2.The HSBC's flash India Composite PMI in August 2025 reached its...

1.What was India's Composite Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in August 2025, as reported by HSBC's flash survey? a) 61.1 b) 65.2 c) 65.6 d) 60.5 Ans: b) 65.2 2.The HSBC's flash India Composite PMI in August 2025 reached its highest reading since when? a) August 2015 b) December 2005 c) January 2020 d) July 2024 Ans: b) December 2005 3.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected GDP growth for India for the April-June quarter of FY26? a) 6.7% b) 7.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 4.According to the recent PMI survey, firms in India hiked prices at the fastest rate in over how many years? a) 5 years b) 8 years c) 10 years d) 12 years Ans: d) 12 years 5.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) target range for inflation? a) 1-3% b) 2-4% c) 2-6% d) 3-5% Ans: c) 2-6% 6.Which of the following was NOT cited as a reason for the Indian stock market downturn on August 22? a) Anticipation of Jerome Powell's speech b) New U.S. tariffs on Indian products c) Strong government capital expenditure d) Breaking a six-day winning streak Ans: c) Strong government capital expenditure 7.According to analysis, new U.S. tariffs on Indian products could potentially reduce India's GDP growth by how much over time? a) 0.5 percentage points b) One percentage point c) 1.5 percentage points d) Two percentage points Ans: b) One percentage point 8.The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has proposed increasing the minimum amount for a block deal to what value? a) Rs 10 crore b) Rs 15 crore c) Rs 20 crore d) Rs 25 crore Ans: d) Rs 25 crore 9.The proposed 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025' could potentially lead to a ban on which type of games? a) All forms of casual games b) All forms of real money games c) All forms of esports d) All forms of puzzle games Ans: b) All forms of real money games 10.What was India's unemployment rate in July 2025? a) 6.2% b) 5.8% c) 5.2% d) 4.8% Ans: c) 5.2%

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1.What severe humanitarian crisis has been officially declared in several areas of Gaza? a) A widespread epidemic b) A severe drought c) A famine d) A refugee crisis Ans: c) A famine 2.Which organization, described as the wo...

1.What severe humanitarian crisis has been officially declared in several areas of Gaza? a) A widespread epidemic b) A severe drought c) A famine d) A refugee crisis Ans: c) A famine 2.Which organization, described as the world's leading authority on hunger, made the formal declaration of famine in Gaza? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) c) Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) d) World Food Programme (WFP) Ans: c) Integrated Food Security Phase Classification (IPC) 3.According to the Office for Human Rights, what is the direct cause of the famine in Gaza, a claim disputed by Israel? a) Natural disaster and climate change b) Economic sanctions imposed by international bodies c) Actions taken by the Israeli government d) Internal conflicts between Palestinian factions Ans: c) Actions taken by the Israeli government 4.Despite ongoing ceasefire talks, what action has Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly approved in Gaza City? a) A significant increase in humanitarian aid b) The withdrawal of Israeli troops c) The seizure of Gaza City d) The establishment of a demilitarized zone Ans: c) The seizure of Gaza City 5.What is the current status of the conflict in Ukraine, according to the provided text? a) Peace talks have concluded successfully b) Russia has ceased its attacks c) Russia is continuing its attacks d) A ceasefire agreement is in effect Ans: c) Russia is continuing its attacks 6.Who reportedly attempted to facilitate a meeting between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy? a) The UN Secretary-General b) Former US President Donald Trump c) The President of France d) The German Chancellor Ans: b) Former US President Donald Trump 7.Which country is experiencing a deteriorating humanitarian situation with reports of increased civilian casualties and the targeting of specific ethnic groups? a) Syria b) Yemen c) Sudan d) Ethiopia Ans: c) Sudan 8.Which UN body expressed horror at the events in Sudan, particularly noting the targeting of specific ethnic groups? a) UNHCR (UN Refugee Agency) b) UNICEF (UN Children's Fund) c) OHCHR (Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights) d) WHO (World Health Organization) Ans: c) OHCHR (Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights) 9.Which former President was recently arrested on allegations of misusing state funds? a) Benjamin Netanyahu b) Ranil Wickremesinghe c) Volodymyr Zelenskyy d) John Bolton Ans: b) Ranil Wickremesinghe 10.The FBI raided the Maryland home of which former US National Security Adviser to President Trump, who has become a vocal critic? a) Mike Pompeo b) H.R. McMaster c) John Bolton d) Susan Rice Ans: c) John Bolton 11.Which hurricane has been impacting the East Coast of the US, causing significant flooding and dangerous conditions? a) Hurricane Beta b) Hurricane Charlie c) Hurricane Aaron d) Hurricane Delta Ans: c) Hurricane Aaron 12.A magnitude 7.5 earthquake recently struck which region, prompting a tsunami advisory? a) The Pacific Ocean b) The Indian Ocean c) The South Atlantic d) The Arctic Ocean Ans: c) The South Atlantic

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1.What is the key modification made by the Supreme Court regarding the release of captured stray dogs in Delhi-NCR? a) They can be released only if spayed. b) They can be released only if vaccinated and sterilized. c) They can be rel...

1.What is the key modification made by the Supreme Court regarding the release of captured stray dogs in Delhi-NCR? a) They can be released only if spayed. b) They can be released only if vaccinated and sterilized. c) They can be released only if microchipped. d) They can be released after a public safety assessment. Ans: b) They can be released only if vaccinated and sterilized. 2.In which two states did Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently raise concerns about 'infiltration' and accuse opposition parties of 'vote bank politics'? a) Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan b) Bihar and West Bengal c) Assam and Tripura d) Punjab and Haryana Ans: b) Bihar and West Bengal 3.Who affirmed India's unwavering commitment to national and farmers' interests amidst US trade tariffs, stating no agreement would be signed at their cost? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar c) Union Home Minister Amit Shah d) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: c) Union Home Minister Amit Shah 4.According to the provided content, what was the primary reason cited by the US for imposing additional 25 percent tariffs on certain Indian goods? a) India's intellectual property rights violations. b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil. c) India's trade deficit with the US. d) India's restrictions on US agricultural imports. Ans: b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil. 5.Which major Indian oil refiner has seen a substantial increase in its Russian crude imports, with products from this crude being exported to countries that have sanctioned Russia? a) Indian Oil Corporation b) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited c) Reliance Industries d) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited Ans: c) Reliance Industries 6.What is the name of the new legislation that has received presidential assent and is set to replace the Income Tax Act, 1961? a) Income-tax Act, 2024 b) Direct Tax Code, 2025 c) Income-tax Act, 2025 d) Taxation Reforms Act, 2026 Ans: c) Income-tax Act, 2025 7.From which date will the new Income-tax Act, 2025, come into effect? a) January 1, 2025 b) April 1, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) April 1, 2026 Ans: d) April 1, 2026 8.Which ministry announced the significant increase in registration renewal fees for motor vehicles older than 20 years? a) Ministry of Finance b) Ministry of Heavy Industries c) Ministry of Road Transport & Highways d) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Ans: c) Ministry of Road Transport & Highways 9.What is the stated aim behind the government's decision to hike vehicle registration renewal fees for older vehicles? a) To increase government revenue. b) To discourage the retention of older vehicles. c) To promote the use of electric vehicles. d) To fund road infrastructure projects. Ans: b) To discourage the retention of older vehicles. 10.What is the new registration renewal fee for light motor vehicles (LMVs) older than 20 years, as per the recent government announcement? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹7,500 c) ₹10,000 d) ₹15,000 Ans: c) ₹10,000 11.Where will Artificial Intelligence research company OpenAI establish its first office in India? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Mumbai d) New Delhi Ans: d) New Delhi 12.On which date is National Space Day celebrated in India? a) July 20 b) August 15 c) August 23 d) September 5 Ans: c) August 23 13.Which crucial mission's test flight is the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) preparing for in December, as mentioned in the content? a) Chandrayaan-4 b) Aditya-L2 c) Gaganyaan d) Mangalyaan-2 Ans: c) Gaganyaan

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1.What is the official name of the bill recently passed by the Indian Parliament to regulate the online gaming industry? a) The Digital Gaming Regulation Act, 2025 b) The Online Gaming Prohibition and Promotion Bill, 2025 c) The Prom...

1.What is the official name of the bill recently passed by the Indian Parliament to regulate the online gaming industry? a) The Digital Gaming Regulation Act, 2025 b) The Online Gaming Prohibition and Promotion Bill, 2025 c) The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 d) The Indian Online Entertainment and Gaming Bill, 2025 Ans: c) The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 2.According to The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, which of the following categories of online games will be supported and promoted? a) Online betting games b) Real-money fantasy sports c) E-sports, educational, and social gaming d) Gambling-based card games Ans: c) E-sports, educational, and social gaming 3.Which of the following activities is strictly prohibited under The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025? a) Promotion of e-sports tournaments b) Facilitation of transactions for online money-based games by payment service providers c) Development of educational gaming applications d) Advertising for social gaming platforms Ans: b) Facilitation of transactions for online money-based games by payment service providers 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to inaugurate houses and shops under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban) in which city of Gujarat? a) Vadodara b) Surat c) Rajkot d) Ahmedabad Ans: d) Ahmedabad 5.Which of the following flagship programs is NOT explicitly mentioned as being strengthened by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, integrating recommendations from the Chintan Shivir 2025? a) Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PM-AJAY) b) Scheme for Economic Empowerment of Denotified Tribes (SEED) c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) d) National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) 6.To reduce disbursement delays and align scholarship timelines with academic calendars, the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is implementing which of the following measures for Scheduled Caste scholarships? a) Manual verification process for all applicants b) Quarterly disbursement only, regardless of academic schedule c) Auto-apply renewal of scholarships and leveraging AI technologies d) Requiring physical presence for all renewal applications Ans: c) Auto-apply renewal of scholarships and leveraging AI technologies

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1.What is the current stance of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) regarding bilateral sporting events between India and Pakistan? a) They are encouraged to promote peace. b) They remain suspended. c) They are allowed on...

1.What is the current stance of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS) regarding bilateral sporting events between India and Pakistan? a) They are encouraged to promote peace. b) They remain suspended. c) They are allowed only if hosted by India. d) They are allowed only if hosted by Pakistan. Ans: b) They remain suspended. 2.Under what conditions will India participate in international tournaments that include Pakistan, according to the new policy? a) Only if Pakistan is not the host nation. b) Only if India has a bilateral agreement with the host nation. c) Provided these events are organized under international sporting commissions. d) India will not participate in any tournament involving Pakistan. Ans: c) Provided these events are organized under international sporting commissions. 3.Which upcoming major cricket tournament is directly impacted by the Ministry's clarification, allowing India to play against Pakistan? a) ICC T20 World Cup 2025 b) Asia Cup 2025 c) Cricket World Cup 2027 d) Champions Trophy 2025 Ans: b) Asia Cup 2025 4.Where is the much-anticipated India vs Pakistan match in the Asia Cup 2025 confirmed to take place? a) Lahore b) Mumbai c) Dubai d) Colombo Ans: c) Dubai 5.Who among the following Indian women's cricketers announced her retirement from all forms of cricket on August 21, 2025? a) Mithali Raj b) Jhulan Goswami c) Gouher Sultana d) Harmanpreet Kaur Ans: c) Gouher Sultana 6.Gouher Sultana, who recently retired, was known for her role as a: a) Right-arm fast bowler b) Wicket-keeper batter c) Right-arm off-spinner d) Left-arm spinner Ans: d) Left-arm spinner 7.What is one of the stated objectives of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' statement regarding India's sporting policy? a) To ban all sporting events with neighboring countries. b) To reduce the number of international sporting events hosted in India. c) To position India as a preferred destination for hosting international sporting events. d) To focus solely on domestic sporting leagues. Ans: c) To position India as a preferred destination for hosting international sporting events. 8.Ajinkya Rahane recently stepped down as the captain of which domestic cricket team? a) Delhi b) Karnataka c) Mumbai d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Mumbai

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1.Who is the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission? a) Dr. V Narayanan b) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla c) Professor Ajay Kumar Sood d) Shri Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Group...

1.Who is the first Indian astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission? a) Dr. V Narayanan b) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla c) Professor Ajay Kumar Sood d) Shri Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 2.The NISAR satellite, launched on July 30, 2025, is a collaboration between ISRO and which other space agency? a) European Space Agency (ESA) b) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) c) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) d) Roscosmos Ans: c) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) 3.Which mission successfully demonstrated India's capability in satellite docking, undocking, refuelling, and payload transfer in Low Earth Orbit (LEO)? a) NISAR Mission b) Axiom Mission 4 c) Gaganyaan Mission d) Space Docking and Servicing (SpaDeX) Ans: d) Space Docking and Servicing (SpaDeX) 4.With the successful SpaDeX mission in 2025, India became which number country to achieve satellite docking, undocking, refuelling, and payload transfer in Low Earth Orbit (LEO)? a) Second b) Third c) Fourth d) Fifth Ans: c) Fourth 5.According to the Honeywell Global Retailer Technology Survey released on August 21, 2025, what percentage of large retailers in India have developed Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and solutions? a) 75% b) 88% c) 96% d) 100% Ans: c) 96% 6.How much is Kyndryl planning to invest in India over the next three years, including establishing an AI Innovation Lab in Bengaluru? a) $1.5 billion b) $2.0 billion c) $2.25 billion d) $3.0 billion Ans: c) $2.25 billion 7.Which Indian identification system will SpaceX's Starlink utilize for user validation under Know-Your-Customer (KYC) rules in India? a) PAN Card b) Voter ID c) Aadhaar d) Driving License Ans: c) Aadhaar 8.From which location did India successfully test-fire its Agni-5 ballistic missile on August 20, 2025? a) Pokhran, Rajasthan b) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh c) Chandipur, Odisha d) Balasore, Odisha Ans: c) Chandipur, Odisha 9.Who chaired the 28th Prime Minister's Science, Technology & Innovation Advisory Council (PM-STIAC) meeting held on August 21, 2025? a) Shri Rajnath Singh b) Dr. V Narayanan c) Professor Ajay Kumar Sood d) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: c) Professor Ajay Kumar Sood 10.What was the primary focus of discussion at the 28th PM-STIAC meeting? a) India's human spaceflight journey b) Advancements in deep-tech startups c) The National Plant Health Initiative (NPHI) d) AI adoption in the retail sector Ans: c) The National Plant Health Initiative (NPHI)

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1.What was the primary reason cited for the sharpest price hikes in India in over a decade, as per the given content? a) Increased government spending b) Strong demand and higher wage bills c) Decline in manufacturing output d) Reduc...

1.What was the primary reason cited for the sharpest price hikes in India in over a decade, as per the given content? a) Increased government spending b) Strong demand and higher wage bills c) Decline in manufacturing output d) Reduced foreign direct investment Ans: b) Strong demand and higher wage bills 2.By when is the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) statutorily required to complete its review of the flexible inflation targeting (FIT) framework? a) August 2025 b) September 2025 c) March 2026 d) December 2026 Ans: c) March 2026 3.Which of the following is NOT a critical question being addressed in the RBI's review of its flexible inflation targeting framework? a) Whether to focus on headline or core inflation. b) The appropriateness of the 4% CPI inflation target. c) The suitability of the 2-6% tolerance band. d) The impact of global oil prices on domestic inflation. Ans: d) The impact of global oil prices on domestic inflation. 4.According to the State Bank of India (SBI) Research report, what is the anticipated full fiscal year (FY26) GDP growth for India? a) 6.8% b) 7.0% c) 6.5% d) 6.3% Ans: d) 6.3% 5.What reason did the SBI Research report attribute to its revised, slightly lower full fiscal year (FY26) GDP growth projection compared to RBI's target? a) Increased government debt b) Muted private capital expenditure c) Decline in export volumes d) Higher inflation rates Ans: b) Muted private capital expenditure 6.The Finance Ministry has directed Public Sector Banks (PSBs) to expand their credit outreach to which of the following sectors/entities, beyond large corporations? a) Mid-market companies, SMEs, and agriculture only b) SMEs, agriculture, and startups only c) Mid-market companies, SMEs, agriculture, and startups d) Mid-market companies and startups only Ans: c) Mid-market companies, SMEs, agriculture, and startups 7.One of the reasons cited for the Finance Ministry's directive to Public Sector Banks (PSBs) regarding credit outreach is: a) To prepare for an upcoming global recession. b) To counter the PSBs' declining market share in advances. c) To fund new infrastructure projects exclusively. d) To reduce the overall non-performing assets of banks. Ans: b) To counter the PSBs' declining market share in advances. 8.Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) with which India is negotiating a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)? a) Armenia b) Kazakhstan c) Russia d) Ukraine Ans: d) Ukraine 9.India's private sector activity in August 2025 recorded its fastest expansion since which month and year? a) January 2008 b) December 2005 c) August 2005 d) March 2006 Ans: b) December 2005 10.On August 21, 2025, the Indian equity markets extended their rally for how many consecutive trading days? a) Third b) Fourth c) Fifth d) Sixth Ans: d) Sixth

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August 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to the provided content, what percentage of casualties in the Gaza war are civilians, based on data from Israel? a) 50% b) 65% c) 78% d) 83% Ans: d) 83% 2.Which city's takeover has Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin...

1.According to the provided content, what percentage of casualties in the Gaza war are civilians, based on data from Israel? a) 50% b) 65% c) 78% d) 83% Ans: d) 83% 2.Which city's takeover has Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reportedly approved, signalling a potential escalation in the conflict? a) Tel Aviv b) Jerusalem c) Gaza City d) West Bank Ans: c) Gaza City 3.An American-owned electronics plant was hit during one of the largest Russian aerial barrages in which part of Ukraine? a) Eastern Ukraine b) Southern Ukraine c) Western Ukraine d) Central Ukraine Ans: c) Western Ukraine 4.Which international organization's defense chiefs are engaged in discussions regarding security guarantees for Ukraine amidst the ongoing war? a) United Nations (UN) b) European Union (EU) c) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) d) Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) Ans: c) North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) 5.A Ukrainian man was arrested in Italy in connection with which significant incident? a) 2022 Kerch Bridge explosion b) 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blasts c) 2023 Kakhovka Dam destruction d) 2022 Snake Island attack Ans: b) 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blasts 6.India successfully test-fired its Agni-5 missile on August 20, 2025, from which location? a) Pokhran, Rajasthan b) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh c) Chandipur, Odisha d) Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha Ans: c) Chandipur, Odisha 7.What is the approximate range of India's recently test-fired Agni-5 Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM)? a) Less than 1,000 km b) Over 2,500 km c) Over 5,000 km d) Over 10,000 km Ans: c) Over 5,000 km 8.The successful test of the Agni-5 missile reinforces which of India's strategic policies? a) Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) Policy b) Minimum Credible Deterrence Policy c) No First Use Policy d) Comprehensive Test Ban Policy Ans: c) No First Use Policy 9.Which of the following best describes the Agni-5 missile based on the provided information? a) Two-stage, liquid-fuelled, non-canisterized b) Three-stage, solid-fuelled, canisterized c) Single-stage, solid-fuelled, non-canisterized d) Four-stage, liquid-fuelled, canisterized Ans: b) Three-stage, solid-fuelled, canisterized 10.As part of a new framework trade deal, what percentage tariff has the United States imposed on most European Union imports? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: c) 15% 11.Which Asian country is reported to be facing the steepest earnings downgrades primarily due to heightened U.S. tariffs, potentially cutting its GDP growth? a) China b) Japan c) India d) South Korea Ans: c) India 12.The White House stated that "the road to peace" in the Russia-Ukraine conflict runs through which country, while also accusing it of fueling the conflict? a) China b) Turkey c) Germany d) India Ans: d) India 13.India has agreed to form a Joint Working Group for cooperation in shipping and logistics to deepen maritime relations with which country? a) United Arab Emirates b) Qatar c) Saudi Arabia d) Iran Ans: c) Saudi Arabia 14.Which bill was recently passed by the Lok Sabha in 2025 to regulate online gaming, promote e-sports, and ban harmful online money gaming platforms in India? a) Digital India Act, 2025 b) Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 c) E-sports and Social Gaming Act, 2025 d) Information Technology (Amendment) Bill, 2025 Ans: b) Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 15.What is the primary function of the Online Gaming Authority established by the new bill passed by the Lok Sabha? a) To collect taxes from online gaming companies. b) To promote international e-sports tournaments. c) To oversee the online gaming sector and protect vulnerable populations. d) To develop new online games for the Indian market. Ans: c) To oversee the online gaming sector and protect vulnerable populations.

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August 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the primary aim of the recently passed Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025? a) To promote all forms of online gaming, including real money games. b) To ban real money games while promoting eSports and onlin...

1.What is the primary aim of the recently passed Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025? a) To promote all forms of online gaming, including real money games. b) To ban real money games while promoting eSports and online social gaming. c) To regulate only eSports and ban all other forms of online gaming. d) To introduce a new taxation system for online casinos. Ans: b) To ban real money games while promoting eSports and online social gaming. 2.A Group of Ministers (GoM) on GST rate rationalization approved the Centre's proposal to streamline the Goods and Services Tax system into a two-rate structure. What are these proposed new rates? a) 12% and 28% b) 5% and 12% c) 10% and 18% d) 5% and 18% Ans: d) 5% and 18% 3.Who is the former Supreme Court Judge and Vice-Presidential candidate for the INDIA bloc who recently filed his nomination? a) Satish Golcha b) S. Jaishankar c) B. Sudershan Reddy d) Narendra Modi Ans: c) B. Sudershan Reddy 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is currently undertaking a two-state tour to inaugurate and lay foundation stones for development projects. Which two states are these? a) Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh b) Gujarat and Rajasthan c) Bihar and West Bengal d) Maharashtra and Karnataka Ans: c) Bihar and West Bengal 5.Who has been appointed as the new Delhi Police Commissioner? a) B. Sudershan Reddy b) Satish Golcha c) S. Jaishankar d) Rajeev Kumar Ans: b) Satish Golcha 6.Which prominent technology services provider announced a substantial commitment of $2.25 billion for investment in India, including establishing an AI Innovation Lab in Bengaluru? a) Infosys b) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) c) Wipro d) Kyndryl Ans: d) Kyndryl 7.India's private sector activity expanded at its fastest pace on record in August. What was the primary driver for this growth? a) Increased agricultural exports b) Surge in demand from the services sector c) Growth in manufacturing output d) Significant foreign direct investment in infrastructure Ans: b) Surge in demand from the services sector 8.According to External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, which country had previously asked India to purchase energy from Russia to help stabilize the global energy market? a) China b) United States c) Germany d) United Kingdom Ans: b) United States 9.India recently rejected Nepal's objections regarding the resumption of trade with China through which specific pass? a) Nathu La Pass b) Shipki La Pass c) Lipulekh Pass d) Karakoram Pass Ans: c) Lipulekh Pass 10.Which of India's most advanced missiles was recently successfully test-fired, bolstering its defense capabilities? a) Prithvi b) BrahMos c) Agni-5 d) Akash Ans: c) Agni-5 11.Which two major highways in Uttarakhand faced challenges due to landslides, leading to blockages? a) Delhi-Dehradun and Haridwar-Rishikesh Highways b) Badrinath and Kedarnath Highways c) Gangotri and Yamunotri Highways d) Mussoorie and Nainital Highways Ans: c) Gangotri and Yamunotri Highways

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August 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the total amount sanctioned under the Stand-Up India Scheme since its inception? a) ₹10 lakh b) ₹1 crore c) ₹62,791 crore d) ₹2.75 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹62,791 crore 2.The Centre has proposed exempting which of the f...

1.What is the total amount sanctioned under the Stand-Up India Scheme since its inception? a) ₹10 lakh b) ₹1 crore c) ₹62,791 crore d) ₹2.75 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹62,791 crore 2.The Centre has proposed exempting which of the following from Goods and Services Tax (GST)? a) Education services b) Life and health insurance policies c) Agricultural products d) Public transport services Ans: b) Life and health insurance policies 3.Which of the following schemes is NOT mentioned as being strengthened or enhanced by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment based on recommendations from Chintan Shivir 2025? a) Pradhan Mantri Anusuchit Jaati Abhyuday Yojana (PM-AJAY) b) Scheme for Economic Empowerment of Denotified Tribes (SEED) c) National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) d) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) Ans: d) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) 4.Which of the following regions is recognized as a Globally Important Agricultural Heritage System (GIAHS) Site in India, as mentioned in the content? a) Sundarbans, West Bengal b) Thar Desert, Rajasthan c) Kuttanad farming system, Kerala d) Western Ghats, Maharashtra Ans: c) Kuttanad farming system, Kerala 5.The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025, passed by the Lok Sabha, aims to regulate which of the following? a) Online streaming platforms b) E-commerce websites c) Online gaming, including e-sports and real-money games d) Social media influencers Ans: c) Online gaming, including e-sports and real-money games 6.The Indian Institutes of Management (Amendment) Bill, 2025, has led to the establishment of an IIM in which city? a) Bengaluru, Karnataka b) Kolkata, West Bengal c) Guwahati, Assam d) Mumbai, Maharashtra Ans: c) Guwahati, Assam 7.Which of the following is a key provision of the Mines and Minerals (Development & Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025? a) Introducing a 50% cap on the sale of minerals from captive mines. b) Prohibiting private participation in mining critical minerals. c) Allowing leaseholders to add critical/strategic minerals to existing leases without extra premium. d) Increasing the royalty rates for all minerals by 100%. Ans: c) Allowing leaseholders to add critical/strategic minerals to existing leases without extra premium. 8.As part of the 'Viksit Bharat' roadmap, what is the monthly financial assistance proposed under the PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹10,000 c) ₹15,000 d) ₹20,000 Ans: c) ₹15,000 9.By 2047, India aims to increase its nuclear energy capacity by how many times as part of the 'Viksit Bharat' vision? a) Twofold b) Fivefold c) Sevenfold d) Tenfold Ans: d) Tenfold 10.How many unnecessary compliances have been abolished as part of the efforts to simplify laws and compliance mentioned in the content? a) Over 1,500 b) Over 10,000 c) Over 25,000 d) Over 40,000 Ans: d) Over 40,000

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August 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 is set to take place at which iconic Indian location? a) Loktak Lake b) Wular Lake c) Dal Lake d) Chilika Lake Ans: c) Dal Lake 2.Which of the following sports are inclu...

1.The inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025 is set to take place at which iconic Indian location? a) Loktak Lake b) Wular Lake c) Dal Lake d) Chilika Lake Ans: c) Dal Lake 2.Which of the following sports are included in the inaugural Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025? a) Swimming, Diving, Water Polo b) Rowing, Canoeing, Kayaking c) Sailing, Surfing, Windsurfing d) Synchronized Swimming, Artistic Swimming Ans: b) Rowing, Canoeing, Kayaking 3.India is scheduled to host its largest-ever para-sport event, the New Delhi 2025 World Para Championship, at which stadium? a) Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium b) Indira Gandhi Arena c) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium d) Feroz Shah Kotla Ground Ans: c) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium 4.Approximately how many participants from how many countries are expected at the New Delhi 2025 World Para Championship? a) Over 1,500 participants from 50 countries b) Over 2,000 participants from 75 countries c) Over 2,500 participants from 104 countries d) Over 3,000 participants from 120 countries Ans: c) Over 2,500 participants from 104 countries 5.In the Durand Cup 2025, which debutant team caused a major upset by defeating East Bengal in the semi-final? a) Rajasthan United FC b) Sreenidi Deccan FC c) Diamond Harbour FC d) Churchill Brothers FC Ans: c) Diamond Harbour FC 6.The Men's Hockey Asia Cup is scheduled to commence on August 29 in which Indian city? a) Bhopal b) Ranchi c) Rajgir d) Bhubaneswar Ans: c) Rajgir 7.Which two countries replaced Pakistan and Oman in the Men's Hockey Asia Cup lineup? a) South Korea and Malaysia b) Bangladesh and Kazakhstan c) Thailand and Singapore d) Sri Lanka and Uzbekistan Ans: b) Bangladesh and Kazakhstan 8.Tapasya Gehlawat recently became the Under-20 World Champion in which sport and weight category? a) Boxing, Women's 57 Kg b) Wrestling, Women's 57 Kg c) Judo, Women's 52 Kg d) Weightlifting, Women's 55 Kg Ans: b) Wrestling, Women's 57 Kg 9.What significant change did the recently passed Online Gaming Bill 2025 bring regarding esports in India? a) It banned all forms of online gaming. b) It imposed a new tax on all esports prize money. c) It officially recognized and registered esports as a legitimate sport. d) It restricted foreign participation in Indian esports events. Ans: c) It officially recognized and registered esports as a legitimate sport.

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1.The first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, featuring the humanoid robot Vyomitra, is scheduled for which month and year? a) January 2026 b) December 2025 c) March 2027 d) August 2025 Ans: b) December 2025 2.India's first indepe...

1.The first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, featuring the humanoid robot Vyomitra, is scheduled for which month and year? a) January 2026 b) December 2025 c) March 2027 d) August 2025 Ans: b) December 2025 2.India's first independent human spaceflight is targeted for which period? a) Late 2026 b) Early 2027 c) Mid-2028 d) By 2030 Ans: b) Early 2027 3.By which year does India aim to establish the 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station' (Indian Space Station)? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2028 Ans: b) 2035 4.What is the target year for India's crewed lunar landing? a) 2035 b) 2040 c) 2045 d) 2050 Ans: b) 2040 5.Which of the following companies are mentioned as being involved in building launch vehicles like the PSLV N1 rocket as part of India's space sector reforms? a) Tata Motors and Reliance Industries b) Mahindra & Mahindra and Adani Group c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) d) Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) and Indian Railways Ans: c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) 6.According to Microsoft's 2025 Work Trend Index, which country is leading the world in AI-driven leadership transformation? a) United States b) China c) India d) Germany Ans: c) India 7.What percentage of Indian business leaders, according to Microsoft's 2025 Work Trend Index, intend to utilize AI agents to expand workforce capabilities within the next 12-18 months? a) 59% b) 75% c) 90% d) 93% Ans: d) 93% 8.Which Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile was recently test-fired by India, as mentioned in the provided content? a) Prithvi 2 b) BrahMos c) Agni 5 d) Akash Ans: c) Agni 5 9.The "Startup Demo Day" focused on cybersecurity, scheduled for August 2025 in New Delhi, is being hosted by the technology innovation hub at which institution? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) IIT Kanpur d) IISc Bangalore Ans: c) IIT Kanpur 10.The new 'Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025' primarily aims to: a) Legalize all forms of online money gaming. b) Promote e-sports and positive online social games while banning harmful online money gaming activities. c) Impose a complete ban on all online gaming. d) Regulate only casino-based online games. Ans: b) Promote e-sports and positive online social games while banning harmful online money gaming activities. 11.What is the estimated payload capacity of ISRO's colossal new rocket designed to launch payloads into low Earth orbit? a) 40,000 kg b) 50,000 kg c) 65,000 kg d) 75,000 kg Ans: d) 75,000 kg 12.How many rocket launches are planned by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the year 2025? a) Five b) Seven c) Nine d) Eleven Ans: c) Nine

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1.What is the primary reason cited by the US for imposing additional duties on Indian exports, leading to tariffs of up to 50%? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's continued imports of Russian oil c) India's intellectual ...

1.What is the primary reason cited by the US for imposing additional duties on Indian exports, leading to tariffs of up to 50%? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's continued imports of Russian oil c) India's intellectual property rights violations d) India's stance on climate change agreements Ans: b) India's continued imports of Russian oil 2.According to the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC), what is the projected growth rate for India, despite concerns over external factors? a) 1.1% b) 1.7% c) 6.5% d) 87.07% Ans: c) 6.5% 3.With which economic bloc has India signed the Terms of Reference (ToR) to launch negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA)? a) European Union (EU) b) Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) c) Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) d) Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Ans: c) Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) 4.What were the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growth and Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation rates for India in July 2025, respectively? a) IIP 1.7%, CPI 1.1% b) IIP 6.5%, CPI 1.7% c) IIP 1.1%, CPI 1.7% d) IIP 1.7%, CPI 6.5% Ans: a) IIP 1.7%, CPI 1.1% 5.Which Union Minister heads the informal group of ministers (iGoM) tasked with recommending reforms in the economic and technology sectors? a) Rajnath Singh b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Amit Shah d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Amit Shah 6.The Lok Sabha recently passed a bill aimed at regulating online games played with money. What is the primary objective of this bill? a) To promote online gaming as a sport. b) To levy higher taxes on online gaming companies. c) To curb addiction and financial fraud in online gaming. d) To encourage foreign investment in the online gaming sector. Ans: c) To curb addiction and financial fraud in online gaming. 7.Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) secured a significant order worth ₹62,000 crore for which type of aircraft for the Indian Air Force? a) Rafale fighter jets b) Apache attack helicopters c) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A d) C-17 Globemaster transport aircraft Ans: c) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk1A 8.Which company recently established a new subsidiary, Honda Finance India Private Ltd., to offer retail sales financing services for its products in India? a) Tata Motors b) Maruti Suzuki c) Honda Motor Co., Ltd. d) Mahindra & Mahindra Ans: c) Honda Motor Co., Ltd. 9.What significant development has been reported regarding India and China aimed at rebuilding ties? a) Agreement to resolve border disputes immediately. b) Agreement to step up trade flows and resume direct flights. c) Joint military exercises along the border. d) India's decision to ban all Chinese apps. Ans: b) Agreement to step up trade flows and resume direct flights. 10.What factors contributed to the Indian rupee settling higher against the US dollar at 87.07? a) Increased imports and higher inflation. b) Easing trade tariff worries and hopes of Russia-Ukraine peace. c) Significant foreign direct investment inflows only. d) Decline in domestic industrial production. Ans: b) Easing trade tariff worries and hopes of Russia-Ukraine peace.

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1.According to the provided content, approximately how many children are reported to have lost limbs in Gaza due to Israeli bombs? a) 1,900 b) 4,700 c) 11,000 d) 19,000 Ans: b) 4,700 2.On World Humanitarian Day 2024, what wa...

1.According to the provided content, approximately how many children are reported to have lost limbs in Gaza due to Israeli bombs? a) 1,900 b) 4,700 c) 11,000 d) 19,000 Ans: b) 4,700 2.On World Humanitarian Day 2024, what was the reported percentage rise in aid worker killings globally compared to the previous year, largely driven by Israeli attacks in Gaza? a) 18% b) 22% c) 31% d) 45% Ans: c) 31% 3.In Israel, where did family members of Israeli hostages block a highway to demand a prisoner exchange and ceasefire? a) Jerusalem b) Haifa c) Tel Aviv d) Beersheba Ans: c) Tel Aviv 4.Which region of Ukraine did Russia's Defence Ministry announce the capture of Sukhetske and Pankivka villages? a) Kyiv b) Kharkiv c) Donetsk d) Zaporizhzhia Ans: c) Donetsk 5.The FBI issued a warning about Russian hackers exploiting a flaw in which company's software to target US critical infrastructure? a) Microsoft b) IBM c) Cisco d) Oracle Ans: c) Cisco 6.Indian External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar is scheduled to meet Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov to reinforce which specific partnership? a) Strategic Economic Partnership b) Comprehensive Defence Cooperation c) Special Privileged Strategic Partnership d) Bilateral Trade and Investment Alliance Ans: c) Special Privileged Strategic Partnership 7.India rejected Nepal's objection to the resumption of India-China border trade through which specific pass? a) Nathu La Pass b) Shipki La Pass c) Lipulekh Pass d) Jelep La Pass Ans: c) Lipulekh Pass 8.Which former Brazilian President reportedly sought political asylum, as indicated by a letter found by Brazilian federal police? a) Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva b) Jair Bolsonaro c) Dilma Rousseff d) Michel Temer Ans: b) Jair Bolsonaro 9.Azerbaijan and Armenia have signed a declaration to formalize a future peace treaty aimed at ending which conflict? a) Abkhazia Conflict b) South Ossetia Conflict c) Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict d) Transnistria Conflict Ans: c) Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict 10.Which federal judge in Manhattan denied the Justice Department's request to unseal Epstein grand jury transcripts? a) Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson b) Judge Richard Berman c) Judge Merrick Garland d) Judge Sonia Sotomayor Ans: b) Judge Richard Berman

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August 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The "Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025" was recently passed by which legislative body? a) Rajya Sabha b) Lok Sabha c) Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha d) A Joint Parliamentary Committee Ans: b) Lok Sabha 2...

1.The "Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025" was recently passed by which legislative body? a) Rajya Sabha b) Lok Sabha c) Both Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha d) A Joint Parliamentary Committee Ans: b) Lok Sabha 2.What is the primary objective of the "Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025"? a) To promote the growth of the online gaming industry. b) To regulate the taxation of online gaming companies. c) To ban online games played with money and curb associated financial frauds. d) To establish a national commission for online gaming. Ans: c) To ban online games played with money and curb associated financial frauds. 3.A Constitutional Amendment Bill, introduced by Union Home Minister Amit Shah, proposes the removal of elected representatives under which specific condition? a) If they fail to attend parliamentary sessions for 30 consecutive days. b) If they are arrested or detained for 30 consecutive days on serious criminal charges. c) If they are found guilty of contempt of Parliament. d) If they resign from their political party. Ans: b) If they are arrested or detained for 30 consecutive days on serious criminal charges. 4.What is the current status of the Constitutional Amendment Bill proposing the removal of arrested/detained elected representatives? a) It has been passed by both houses of Parliament. b) It has been sent to the President for assent. c) It has been sent to a joint parliamentary committee for further scrutiny. d) It has been withdrawn due to strong opposition. Ans: c) It has been sent to a joint parliamentary committee for further scrutiny. 5.The "Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025" was passed with the aim of: a) Increasing government control over the mineral sector. b) Liberalizing and modernizing India's mineral sector. c) Nationalizing all private mining operations. d) Imposing stricter environmental regulations on mining. Ans: b) Liberalizing and modernizing India's mineral sector. 6.India recently test-fired which intermediate-range ballistic missile off the Odisha coast, bolstering its strategic defence capabilities? a) Prithvi-II b) Agni-5 c) BrahMos d) Akash Ans: b) Agni-5 7.India recently rejected Nepal's objections regarding India-China trade through which pass, asserting that Nepal's territorial claims over the Kalapani region are unjustified? a) Nathu La Pass b) Shipki La Pass c) Lipulekh Pass d) Jelep La Pass Ans: c) Lipulekh Pass 8.External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar recently held discussions in Moscow with the First Deputy Prime Minister of which country to enhance trade and investment ties? a) United States b) China c) Russia d) Germany Ans: c) Russia 9.Who is the current Chief Minister of Delhi, mentioned in the news for being attacked during a public meet? a) Sheila Dixit b) Rekha Gupta c) Priyanka Sharma d) Meena Kumari Ans: b) Rekha Gupta

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1.What is the projected number of new job opportunities to be created under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) 1.5 crore b) 2.5 crore c) 3.5 crore d) 4.5 crore Ans: c) 3.5 crore 2.What monthly stipend is prov...

1.What is the projected number of new job opportunities to be created under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) 1.5 crore b) 2.5 crore c) 3.5 crore d) 4.5 crore Ans: c) 3.5 crore 2.What monthly stipend is provided to newly employed individuals in the private sector under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) ₹10,000 b) ₹12,500 c) ₹15,000 d) ₹20,000 Ans: c) ₹15,000 3.What is the overarching goal for India's economy by 2047, as targeted by the newly created Reform Task Force? a) $5 trillion economy b) $7.5 trillion economy c) $10 trillion economy d) $15 trillion economy Ans: c) $10 trillion economy 4.When is the first Made in India chip expected to be rolled out, as per the government's 'mission mode' for semiconductor manufacturing? a) End of 2024 b) Mid-2025 c) End of 2025 d) Early 2026 Ans: c) End of 2025 5.By what factor does the Indian government plan to increase its nuclear power generation capacity by 2047? a) Fivefold b) Sevenfold c) Tenfold d) Fifteenfold Ans: c) Tenfold 6.The National Deepwater Exploration Mission has been launched primarily to achieve which of the following? a) Develop indigenous jet engines b) Tap ocean resources to reduce fossil fuel dependence c) Enhance logistical efficiency d) Streamline startup registration Ans: b) Tap ocean resources to reduce fossil fuel dependence 7.When are the next-generation reforms for Goods and Services Tax (GST) anticipated to be unveiled? a) Independence Day b) Republic Day c) Diwali d) New Year's Eve Ans: c) Diwali 8.The temporary waiver of customs duty and AIDC on raw cotton imports was announced to benefit which sector primarily? a) Automobile sector b) Pharmaceutical sector c) Textile sector d) IT sector Ans: c) Textile sector 9.What is the primary aim of the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025? a) Increase judicial penalties for serious crimes b) Decriminalize minor offenses by replacing imprisonment with monetary penalties c) Expand the mandate of the National Mineral Exploration Trust d) Introduce new taxes on essential goods Ans: b) Decriminalize minor offenses by replacing imprisonment with monetary penalties 10.With which country did India sign the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) on July 24, 2025? a) United States b) European Union c) United Kingdom d) Canada Ans: c) United Kingdom 11.Which of the following is a new financial change related to UPI rules effective from August 1, 2025? a) Unlimited balance checks per day b) Mandatory auto-pay transactions during peak hours c) Limit of 50 balance checks per day per app d) Introduction of new transaction fees for all UPI payments Ans: c) Limit of 50 balance checks per day per app

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1.Who has been named the captain of India's T20 squad for the Asia Cup 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Rohit Sharma c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 2.Where is the Asia Cup 2025, featuring India's T20 s...

1.Who has been named the captain of India's T20 squad for the Asia Cup 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Rohit Sharma c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Hardik Pandya Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 2.Where is the Asia Cup 2025, featuring India's T20 squad, scheduled to commence? a) India b) UAE c) Pakistan d) Bangladesh Ans: b) UAE 3.Which player was named the vice-captain of India's T20 squad for the Asia Cup 2025? a) Shreyas Iyer b) Yashasvi Jaiswal c) Shubman Gill d) KL Rahul Ans: c) Shubman Gill 4.At which event did Manu Bhaker clinch two bronze medals in 10m air pistol events? a) World Games 2025 b) Diamond League Final 2025 c) Asian Shooting Championship 2025 d) Asia Cup 2025 Ans: c) Asian Shooting Championship 2025 5.Rashmika Sahgal won a gold medal in which event at the 2025 Asian Shooting Championship? a) Senior women's 10m air pistol b) Junior women's air pistol c) Men's 10m air rifle d) Women's 25m rapid fire pistol Ans: b) Junior women's air pistol 6.Who won India's first-ever bronze medal in roller skating at the World Games 2025? a) Neeraj Chopra b) Manu Bhaker c) Anandkumar Velkumar d) Suryakumar Yadav Ans: c) Anandkumar Velkumar 7.In which city were the World Games 2025, where India secured its first roller skating medal, held? a) Zurich b) Shymkent c) Chengdu d) Dubai Ans: c) Chengdu 8.Which country withdrew from hosting the Hockey Asia Cup 2025, leading to India becoming the new host? a) Bangladesh b) Pakistan c) UAE d) Kazakhstan Ans: b) Pakistan 9.The Hockey Asia Cup 2025 is now set to begin in India on which date? a) September 9 b) August 29 c) August 15 d) September 25 Ans: b) August 29 10.Neeraj Chopra has qualified for which international event scheduled to take place in Zurich? a) World Games 2025 b) Asia Cup 2025 c) Asian Shooting Championship 2025 d) Diamond League Final 2025 Ans: d) Diamond League Final 2025 11.Which two football clubs advanced to the semifinals of the Durand Cup 2025? a) Mohun Bagan and Bengaluru FC b) East Bengal and Diamond Harbor FC c) Mumbai City FC and Kerala Blasters d) ATK Mohun Bagan and Chennaiyin FC Ans: b) East Bengal and Diamond Harbor FC

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1.What is the target payload capacity for the advanced heavy-lift rocket being conceptualized by ISRO? a) 25,000 kg b) 50,000 kg c) 75,000 kg d) 100,000 kg Ans: c) 75,000 kg 2.When is the first crewed launch of India's Gagan...

1.What is the target payload capacity for the advanced heavy-lift rocket being conceptualized by ISRO? a) 25,000 kg b) 50,000 kg c) 75,000 kg d) 100,000 kg Ans: c) 75,000 kg 2.When is the first crewed launch of India's Gaganyaan mission scheduled? a) Early 2025 b) Late 2025 c) Early 2027 d) Late 2028 Ans: c) Early 2027 3.By which year does India aim to establish the Bharatiya Antariksh Station? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: b) 2035 4.Who is the Indian astronaut mentioned in the text for his recent mission on Axiom Space's multinational Ax-4? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Sunita Williams d) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: d) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 5.The indigenous semiconductor chip 'IRIS' for space applications was jointly developed by ISRO and which other institution? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) b) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) c) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) d) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Ans: c) Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) 6.What is the primary function of the 'IRIS' semiconductor chip developed by IIT Madras and ISRO? a) Power management in satellites b) Data storage for space missions c) RISC–V Controller for space applications d) Communication relay for lunar missions Ans: c) RISC–V Controller for space applications 7.Which former DRDO Chairman encouraged Indian youth to embrace innovation in fields like AI, ML, and Quantum Technology at the Telangana Science Congress – 2025? a) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam b) Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy c) Dr. V.K. Saraswat d) Dr. S. Christopher Ans: b) Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy 8.Which of the following technologies is NOT explicitly mentioned as being explored or used for enhanced water management in the provided text? a) Geographic Information Systems (GIS) b) Real-Time Data Acquisition Systems (RTDAS) c) Quantum Computing d) Blockchain technology Ans: c) Quantum Computing 9.Who has been appointed as the chairman of NITI Aayog's working group tasked with steering India towards a bio-based, circular, and sustainable economy? a) V. Narayanan b) Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy c) Prof Ganapati D Yadav d) Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: c) Prof Ganapati D Yadav 10.By which year does India aim to achieve a human landing on the Moon? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: c) 2040

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1.As per S&P Global Ratings' upgrade on August 19, 2025, what is India's new long-term unsolicited sovereign credit rating and its outlook? a) "BBB-", Stable b) "BBB", Positive c) "BBB", Stable d) "A-", Stable Ans: c) "BBB", Stable ...

1.As per S&P Global Ratings' upgrade on August 19, 2025, what is India's new long-term unsolicited sovereign credit rating and its outlook? a) "BBB-", Stable b) "BBB", Positive c) "BBB", Stable d) "A-", Stable Ans: c) "BBB", Stable 2.Which of the following was NOT cited by S&P Global Ratings as a key factor for upgrading India's sovereign credit rating? a) Robust domestic demand b) Ongoing fiscal consolidation efforts c) Declining inflation rates d) Supportive monetary policy Ans: c) Declining inflation rates 3.The recent upgrade of India's sovereign credit rating by S&P Global Ratings marks the first such upgrade in how many years? a) 10 years b) 15 years c) 18 years d) 20 years Ans: c) 18 years 4.India and China have agreed on several measures to foster a "stable, cooperative and forward-looking" relationship. Which of the following is one of the agreed-upon measures? a) Joint military exercises b) Resuming direct flight connectivity c) Establishing a common currency d) Sharing advanced defense technology Ans: b) Resuming direct flight connectivity 5.A significant factor reportedly driving the strategic realignment and thaw in relations between India and China is: a) A desire to form a new economic bloc b) Potential tariff threats from the United States c) Resolution of all border disputes d) Mutual agreement on climate change policies Ans: b) Potential tariff threats from the United States 6.The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) asserted that India would be "least affected" by potential US tariffs due to the substantial contribution of domestic consumption to the nation's GDP. Approximately what percentage does domestic consumption contribute? a) 40-45% b) 50-55% c) 57-58% d) 60-65% Ans: c) 57-58% 7.To achieve an ambitious annual growth rate of 8% for at least a decade, a parliamentary panel recommended increasing the investment rate in the economy from the current 31% to approximately what percentage of GDP? a) 33% b) 35% c) 38% d) 40% Ans: b) 35% 8.Which of the following is NOT a focus area recommended by the parliamentary panel for India's recalibrated export strategy? a) Manufacturing competitiveness b) Leveraging artificial intelligence c) Reducing reliance on trade agreements d) Diversifying market access Ans: c) Reducing reliance on trade agreements 9.In other notable business news, what type of bill is the government planning to introduce to potentially log out certain platforms? a) A bill to regulate cryptocurrency exchanges b) A bill to regulate real-money online gaming c) A bill to regulate social media content d) A bill to regulate e-commerce platforms Ans: b) A bill to regulate real-money online gaming

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1.Which US President hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders for crucial discussions on security guarantees at the White House? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald...

1.Which US President hosted Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and European leaders for crucial discussions on security guarantees at the White House? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 2.During the recent White House discussions on Ukraine, what was US President Donald Trump's stated position regarding American troops in Ukraine? a) He committed to deploying a limited number of troops. b) He emphasized no American troops would be deployed, but suggested air support. c) He stated full military intervention was imminent. d) He offered substantial financial aid but no military support. Ans: b) He emphasized no American troops would be deployed, but suggested air support. 3.Russian President Vladimir Putin reportedly agreed to meet with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy within what timeframe, following a telephone conversation with President Trump? a) Within one week b) Within two weeks c) Within one month d) Within three months Ans: b) Within two weeks 4.Which German Chancellor confirmed Putin's willingness to meet Zelenskyy and stressed that Ukraine should not be pressured into ceding any territory? a) Olaf Scholz b) Angela Merkel c) Friedrich Merz d) Gerhard Schröder Ans: c) Friedrich Merz 5.In the Middle East, which group recently announced its acceptance of a new Arab ceasefire proposal regarding the Gaza conflict? a) Islamic Jihad b) Fatah c) Hamas d) Palestinian Authority Ans: c) Hamas 6.What is a primary condition Israel has maintained for any future deal in the Gaza conflict, as stated in the content? a) Withdrawal from all disputed territories b) Release of all hostages c) Recognition of Jerusalem as its capital d) Direct negotiations with the Palestinian Authority Ans: b) Release of all hostages 7.What major disruption to air travel was recently averted in Canada due to a tentative agreement between Air Canada and its union? a) A pilot strike b) A baggage handler strike c) A flight attendant strike d) An air traffic controller strike Ans: c) A flight attendant strike 8.What action has Spain declared in response to widespread wildfires ravaging the country? a) A state of emergency b) A civil protection emergency c) A national disaster d) An international aid appeal Ans: b) A civil protection emergency

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1.Which Indian state was severely affected by incessant heavy rainfall, leading to widespread disruptions and fatalities, as per the provided content? a) Kerala b) Maharashtra c) Gujarat d) West Bengal Ans: b) Maharashtra 2....

1.Which Indian state was severely affected by incessant heavy rainfall, leading to widespread disruptions and fatalities, as per the provided content? a) Kerala b) Maharashtra c) Gujarat d) West Bengal Ans: b) Maharashtra 2.What specific alert was issued for Mumbai due to predicted intense spells of rain? a) Red Alert b) Yellow Alert c) Orange Alert d) Green Alert Ans: c) Orange Alert 3.Approximately how many passengers were rescued after monorail breakdowns in Maharashtra due to power failures and track issues? a) 200 b) 400 c) 600 d) 800 Ans: d) 800 4.Which two Asian countries' leaders met on August 19, 2025, to discuss easing border tensions and resuming direct flight connectivity? a) India and Japan b) India and China c) China and Russia d) India and South Korea Ans: b) India and China 5.Who represented China in the diplomatic meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) President Xi Jinping b) Premier Li Qiang c) Foreign Minister Wang Yi d) Defence Minister Dong Jun Ans: c) Foreign Minister Wang Yi 6.What was one of the reasons for New Delhi's friction with Washington mentioned in the context of India-China relations? a) India's new trade agreements with Russia b) US imposing steep tariffs on Indian goods c) India's stance on the Ukraine war d) US withdrawal from a joint military exercise Ans: b) US imposing steep tariffs on Indian goods 7.Who has been announced as the INDIA bloc's candidate for the upcoming Vice-Presidential election? a) C.P. Radhakrishnan b) B. Sudershan Reddy c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Shubman Gill Ans: b) B. Sudershan Reddy 8.The Indian government plans to introduce three new bills aimed at establishing a legal framework for the removal of which officials if they are arrested or detained on serious criminal charges? a) Only Prime Minister and Chief Ministers b) Only Union ministers and state ministers c) Prime Minister, Union ministers, Chief Ministers, or state/union territory ministers d) Only Supreme Court judges Ans: c) Prime Minister, Union ministers, Chief Ministers, or state/union territory ministers 9.Who will captain India's 15-member squad for the ACC Men's Asia Cup 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Rohit Sharma c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Virat Kohli Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 10.In which country is the ACC Men's Asia Cup 2025 scheduled to be held? a) India b) Sri Lanka c) Pakistan d) UAE Ans: d) UAE

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1.What is the total outlay approved for the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY)? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹50,000 crore c) ₹1 lakh crore d) ₹1.5 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1 lakh crore 2.The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat ...

1.What is the total outlay approved for the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY)? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹50,000 crore c) ₹1 lakh crore d) ₹1.5 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1 lakh crore 2.The Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) aims to create how many jobs across India within its two-year period? a) 1.5 crore b) 2.5 crore c) 3.5 crore d) 4.5 crore Ans: c) 3.5 crore 3.Who is the Union Minister of Labour and Employment credited with launching the portal for the PMVBRY? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Mansukh L Mandaviya c) Piyush Goyal d) Amit Shah Ans: b) Mansukh L Mandaviya 4.Under Part A of the PMVBRY, what is the maximum one-time incentive offered to first-time employees with gross wages up to ₹1 lakh? a) ₹5,000 b) ₹10,000 c) ₹15,000 d) ₹20,000 Ans: c) ₹15,000 5.The Indian Ports Bill, 2025, recently passed by Parliament, is set to replace which existing legislation? a) Indian Maritime Act of 1950 b) Ports Trust Act of 1963 c) Indian Ports Act of 1908 d) Major Port Authorities Act of 2021 Ans: c) Indian Ports Act of 1908 6.How many provisions across various laws does the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2025, seek to decriminalize? a) 188 b) 288 c) 388 d) 488 Ans: b) 288 7.The 'Made in India' Label Scheme, aimed at creating a strong national brand, is led by which government department? a) Ministry of Commerce and Industry b) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) c) Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) 8.The 'Shramashree' scheme, which provides a monthly stipend to migrant workers returning to the state, has been announced by the Chief Minister of which Indian state? a) Bihar b) Odisha c) Uttar Pradesh d) West Bengal Ans: d) West Bengal 9.What is the specific two-year period during which the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) aims to create 3.5 crore jobs? a) January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2026 b) August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2027 c) April 1, 2025, to March 31, 2027 d) October 1, 2025, to September 30, 2027 Ans: b) August 1, 2025, to July 31, 2027 10.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's broader vision, as articulated in his Independence Day speech, aims for India to become a developed nation by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047

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1.Who is widely anticipated to captain India's 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Sanju Samson c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Tilak Varma Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 2.Which player is speculated to be om...

1.Who is widely anticipated to captain India's 15-member squad for the upcoming Asia Cup 2025? a) Shubman Gill b) Sanju Samson c) Suryakumar Yadav d) Tilak Varma Ans: c) Suryakumar Yadav 2.Which player is speculated to be omitted from India's Asia Cup 2025 squad despite his strong performances in Test cricket and the Indian Premier League (IPL)? a) Sanju Samson b) Shubman Gill c) Jitesh Sharma d) Abhishek Sharma Ans: b) Shubman Gill 3.According to reports, which player is in contention as the backup wicket-keeper for the Asia Cup 2025 squad, following his impressive showing as a finisher in IPL 2025? a) Sanju Samson b) Suryakumar Yadav c) Jitesh Sharma d) Tilak Varma Ans: c) Jitesh Sharma 4.The 'Khelo Bharat Niti-2025' was announced by which Union Minister? a) Mansukh Mandaviya b) Anurag Thakur c) Amit Shah d) Nirmala Sitharaman Ans: a) Mansukh Mandaviya 5.What is the primary emphasis of the newly launched 'Khelo Bharat Niti-2025'? a) Developing elite sports academies only for Olympic-level athletes. b) Ensuring equitable access to sports infrastructure across the country, from block to state levels. c) Prioritizing funding for professional cricket leagues. d) Establishing national camps exclusively for male athletes. Ans: b) Ensuring equitable access to sports infrastructure across the country, from block to state levels. 6.Which Indian football club reportedly refused to release its players for the first national camp under the new coach, Khalid Jamil? a) Bengaluru FC b) Mumbai City FC c) Mohun Bagan Super Giant d) Kerala Blasters FC Ans: c) Mohun Bagan Super Giant 7.The Supreme Court is set to hear a plea concerning a dispute between which two entities regarding the non-renewal of contracts for Indian Super League (ISL) clubs? a) BCCI and IPL b) AIFF and FSDL c) Mohun Bagan Super Giant and Khalid Jamil d) Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports and AIFF Ans: b) AIFF and FSDL 8.Why did the All India Football Federation (AIFF) clarify its U-turn on the ISL case? a) Due to pressure from Mohun Bagan Super Giant. b) To prioritize player welfare over club contracts. c) Citing legal advice to prioritize the National Sports Governance Bill. d) Following a directive from the Union Minister. Ans: c) Citing legal advice to prioritize the National Sports Governance Bill.

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1.What was the maximum depth achieved by Indian aquanauts in the Atlantic Ocean during the recent deep ocean exploration mission? a) 3,500 meters b) 4,025 meters c) 5,002 meters d) 6,000 meters Ans: c) 5,002 meters 2.The rec...

1.What was the maximum depth achieved by Indian aquanauts in the Atlantic Ocean during the recent deep ocean exploration mission? a) 3,500 meters b) 4,025 meters c) 5,002 meters d) 6,000 meters Ans: c) 5,002 meters 2.The recent deep ocean exploration breakthrough, featuring Indian aquanauts descending to record depths, was a collaboration between India and which other country? a) United States b) France c) Germany d) Japan Ans: b) France 3.India's recent deep ocean exploration mission, involving aquanauts venturing beyond 4,000 meters, is a part of which ongoing national initiative? a) Sagarmala Project b) Deep Ocean Mission c) Samudrayan Mission d) Blue Economy Initiative Ans: c) Samudrayan Mission 4.India's first Silicon Photonics-Based high-speed Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG) was developed by which institution? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Delhi c) IIT Madras d) IISc Bangalore Ans: c) IIT Madras 5.IIT Madras signed a licensing agreement with which company for the commercial deployment of India's first Silicon Photonics-Based high-speed Quantum Random Number Generator (QRNG)? a) QuantumTech Solutions b) Indrarka Quantum Technologies Pvt. Ltd. c) Photonix Innovations d) Secure Quantum Systems Ans: b) Indrarka Quantum Technologies Pvt. Ltd. 6.Which Indian astronaut recently interacted with Prime Minister Narendra Modi after returning from a mission to the International Space Station (ISS)? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 7.As per the recent announcement by Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, India aims to establish an operational Bharatiya Antariksh Station by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2047 Ans: b) 2035 8.India's goal for sending an Indian crewed mission to the Moon is set for which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2047 Ans: c) 2040 9.India's first government-established drone forensic lab has been inaugurated in which state? a) Maharashtra b) Karnataka c) Uttar Pradesh d) Gujarat Ans: c) Uttar Pradesh 10.The newly inaugurated drone forensic lab, India's first government-established facility of its kind, is located at which institute in Lucknow? a) National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) b) Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) c) Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) d) Indian Institute of Forensic Science (IIFS) Ans: b) Uttar Pradesh State Institute of Forensic Science (UPSIFS) 11.Which municipal corporation recently launched a state-of-the-art robotics lab for civic school students to promote STEM education? a) Mumbai Municipal Corporation b) Delhi Municipal Corporation c) Chennai Municipal Corporation d) Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation Ans: d) Pimpri-Chinchwad Municipal Corporation

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1.As per the proposed GST reforms, what will be the simplified two-tier structure for most goods? a) 8% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 10% and 20% d) 12% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.Which of the following sectors are specifically...

1.As per the proposed GST reforms, what will be the simplified two-tier structure for most goods? a) 8% and 12% b) 5% and 18% c) 10% and 20% d) 12% and 28% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 2.Which of the following sectors are specifically mentioned as likely to benefit from the "next-generation GST reforms" due to potential tax reductions? a) Pharmaceuticals and IT services b) Telecommunications and Banking c) Automobiles and Insurance d) Real Estate and Education Ans: c) Automobiles and Insurance 3.On Monday, which Indian stock market index briefly crossed the 25,000 mark, driven by optimism surrounding GST simplification? a) S&P BSE Sensex b) NSE Nifty Midcap 100 c) NSE Nifty50 d) BSE Bankex Ans: c) NSE Nifty50 4.What was India's overall unemployment rate in July, as reported in the provided content? a) 5.6% b) 4.9% c) 7.2% d) 5.2% Ans: d) 5.2% 5.The US imposed a 50% tariff on Indian exports primarily citing which reason? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's intellectual property rights violations c) India's continued purchase of Russian oil d) India's restrictions on US agricultural imports Ans: c) India's continued purchase of Russian oil 6.According to Moody's Analytics, what is the projected reduction in India's FY 2025 GDP due to the recently imposed US tariffs? a) 0.5% b) 1.0% c) 0.7% d) 1.2% Ans: c) 0.7% 7.Which global rating agency recently upgraded India's long-term sovereign credit rating to 'BBB' from 'BBB-'? a) Fitch Ratings b) Moody's Investors Service c) S&P Global Ratings d) Dominion Bond Rating Service Ans: c) S&P Global Ratings 8.The recent upgrade of India's long-term sovereign credit rating by S&P Global Ratings is significant because it is the first such upgrade in how many years? a) 10 years b) 15 years c) 18 years d) 20 years Ans: c) 18 years 9.Which company recently leased a substantial 2.7 lakh sq ft of office space in Bengaluru for over Rs 1,000 crore? a) Google b) Apple c) Microsoft d) Amazon Ans: b) Apple 10.Which company's Initial Public Offering (IPO) opened for subscription, raising Rs 621 crore from anchor investors, as mentioned in the business developments? a) Muthoottu Mini Financiers b) Vikram Solar c) Maruti Suzuki India d) Tata Motors Ans: b) Vikram Solar

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1.According to the provided content, what is Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stated long-term goal regarding the Gaza Strip? a) To establish a two-state solution. b) To facilitate humanitarian aid distribution. c) To mili...

1.According to the provided content, what is Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's stated long-term goal regarding the Gaza Strip? a) To establish a two-state solution. b) To facilitate humanitarian aid distribution. c) To militarily occupy the territory and eliminate Hamas. d) To negotiate a permanent ceasefire with Palestinian factions. Ans: c) To militarily occupy the territory and eliminate Hamas. 2.The content mentions multiple causes for the rising death toll in Gaza. Which of the following is NOT cited as a cause of death for Palestinians? a) Israeli gunfire b) Airstrikes c) Starvation d) Internal factional fighting Ans: d) Internal factional fighting 3.Which critical energy infrastructure was reportedly attacked by a Ukrainian drone, leading to the suspension of Russian oil supplies to Hungary and Slovakia? a) Nord Stream pipeline b) Yamal-Europe pipeline c) Druzhba pipeline d) Trans-Anatolian pipeline Ans: c) Druzhba pipeline 4.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy recently traveled to which city for a crucial meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump and several European leaders? a) Kyiv b) Moscow c) Washington d) Brussels Ans: c) Washington 5.The United Kingdom recently granted asylum to a prominent democracy activist from Hong Kong. What is the name of this activist? a) Joshua Wong b) Nathan Law c) Tony Chung d) Agnes Chow Ans: c) Tony Chung 6.Which two countries recently signed a declaration aimed at formalizing a future peace treaty to resolve the long-standing Nagorno-Karabakh conflict? a) Turkey and Greece b) Azerbaijan and Armenia c) Georgia and Russia d) Iran and Iraq Ans: b) Azerbaijan and Armenia 7.Spain is currently battling severe wildfires, primarily exacerbated by what environmental condition? a) Intense rainfall b) Persistent heatwave c) Volcanic activity d) Strong blizzards Ans: b) Persistent heatwave 8.What annual observance, dedicated to honoring humanitarian workers who risk their lives to assist those in need, is celebrated on August 19th? a) International Peace Day b) World Refugee Day c) World Humanitarian Day d) UN Day for Disaster Reduction Ans: c) World Humanitarian Day 9.What was the reported outcome of the recent summit between U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin concerning the Russia-Ukraine war? a) A comprehensive ceasefire agreement was signed. b) Negotiations for a peace treaty began. c) No ceasefire agreement was reached. d) Sanctions against Russia were lifted. Ans: c) No ceasefire agreement was reached.

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1.Which organization issued a 'red alert' for Mumbai due to relentless heavy rainfall? a) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) c) Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) d) State Dis...

1.Which organization issued a 'red alert' for Mumbai due to relentless heavy rainfall? a) National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) c) Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM) d) State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) Ans: b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) 2.On what specific date were schools and colleges in Mumbai closed as a precautionary measure due to heavy monsoon rains? a) August 12, 2025 b) August 19, 2025 c) August 25, 2025 d) August 1, 2025 Ans: b) August 19, 2025 3.The Opposition INDIA bloc is reportedly considering an impeachment motion against which high-ranking official? a) Chief Justice of India b) Attorney General of India c) Chief Election Commissioner d) Comptroller and Auditor General Ans: c) Chief Election Commissioner 4.Who is the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) against whom the INDIA bloc is considering an impeachment motion? a) Rajiv Kumar b) Sunil Arora c) Gyanesh Kumar d) Sushil Chandra Ans: c) Gyanesh Kumar 5.Indian astronaut Shubhanshu Shukla recently met Prime Minister Modi after his visit to the International Space Station (ISS) as part of which mission? a) Gaganyaan Mission b) Axiom 4 Mission c) Chandrayaan-3 Mission d) Artemis II Mission Ans: b) Axiom 4 Mission 6.Who is the current Foreign Minister of China who recently visited India for talks aimed at normalizing relations? a) Qin Gang b) Wang Yi c) Li Keqiang d) Zhao Lijian Ans: b) Wang Yi 7.With whom did Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi meet during his recent visit to India? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar c) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman d) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Ans: b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar 8.The Indian Ports Bill, 2025, recently passed by the Rajya Sabha, primarily aims to achieve which of the following? a) Privatize all major ports in India b) Consolidate laws related to ports and promote integrated development c) Regulate international shipping routes only d) Establish new naval bases along the coastline Ans: b) Consolidate laws related to ports and promote integrated development 9.When was The Indian Ports Bill, 2025, passed by the Lok Sabha, prior to its passage in the Rajya Sabha? a) August 19 b) August 25 c) August 12 d) September 1 Ans: c) August 12 10.Who has been named as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) Vice-Presidential candidate? a) Jagdeep Dhankhar b) Venkaiah Naidu c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Om Birla Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 11.In which district of Chhattisgarh did an IED blast, attributed to Maoists, result in the death of a District Reserve Guard (DRG) Jawan? a) Sukma b) Dantewada c) Bijapur d) Bastar Ans: c) Bijapur 12.Which world leader recently briefed Prime Minister Modi about his meeting with US President Donald Trump? a) Russian President Vladimir Putin b) French President Emmanuel Macron c) German Chancellor Olaf Scholz d) UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Ans: a) Russian President Vladimir Putin

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1.What is the total financial outlay and the target for job creation under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY)? a) ₹50,000 crore, 2 crore jobs b) ₹1 lakh crore, 3.5 crore jobs c) ₹1.5 lakh crore, 4 crore jobs d) ₹...

1.What is the total financial outlay and the target for job creation under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY)? a) ₹50,000 crore, 2 crore jobs b) ₹1 lakh crore, 3.5 crore jobs c) ₹1.5 lakh crore, 4 crore jobs d) ₹75,000 crore, 2.5 crore jobs Ans: b) ₹1 lakh crore, 3.5 crore jobs 2.From which date is the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PMVBRY) effective, and what is the direct financial incentive for first-time private sector employees? a) August 15, 2024; ₹10,000 b) October 1, 2024; ₹12,000 c) August 15, 2025; ₹15,000 d) October 1, 2025; ₹20,000 Ans: c) August 15, 2025; ₹15,000 3.What is the proposed two-slab GST structure under the next-generation reforms, and what is the long-term vision for the tax rate by 2047? a) 8% and 15%; Three-slab system b) 5% and 18%; Single tax rate c) 10% and 20%; Two-slab system d) 3% and 12%; No change in vision Ans: b) 5% and 18%; Single tax rate 4.The sweeping next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms are set to take effect from which month and year? a) January 2025 b) April 2025 c) October 2025 d) January 2026 Ans: c) October 2025 5.The 'Development of Homestays in Tribal Areas' is a sub-scheme under which larger initiative aimed at promoting tribal tourism? a) Swadesh Darshan Yojana b) PRASHAD Scheme c) Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA) d) Eklavya Model Residential Schools Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan (PM-JUGA) 6.What is the primary objective of the PM-UDAY scheme, under which Phase 2 camps were held in Delhi? a) Providing free healthcare services to urban poor b) Streamlining property rights and legal ownership in unauthorized colonies c) Offering employment opportunities to youth in Delhi d) Granting educational scholarships to students from economically weaker sections Ans: b) Streamlining property rights and legal ownership in unauthorized colonies 7.The PM Vishwakarma Yojana primarily focuses on empowering which group of beneficiaries? a) Farmers and agricultural workers b) Artisans and craftspeople c) Small and medium enterprise owners d) Women entrepreneurs Ans: b) Artisans and craftspeople 8.What significant trend has been observed regarding the PM-Kisan scheme in Punjab over the past five years? a) A significant increase in beneficiaries b) A nearly 49% decline in beneficiaries c) Stagnation in the number of beneficiaries d) A shift from direct benefit transfer to in-kind support Ans: b) A nearly 49% decline in beneficiaries 9.Which Indian state has sanctioned the 'Semiconductor Design Promotion Scheme' as part of its 'Semiconductor Mission 2030'? a) Karnataka b) Telangana c) Maharashtra d) Tamil Nadu Ans: d) Tamil Nadu

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1.Which country is scheduled to host the Asia Cup 2025 T20I event? a) India b) Sri Lanka c) United Arab Emirates d) Pakistan Ans: c) United Arab Emirates 2.Who among the following Indian cricketers has cleared his fitness te...

1.Which country is scheduled to host the Asia Cup 2025 T20I event? a) India b) Sri Lanka c) United Arab Emirates d) Pakistan Ans: c) United Arab Emirates 2.Who among the following Indian cricketers has cleared his fitness test and is fit to lead India in the upcoming Asia Cup 2025? a) Jasprit Bumrah b) Suryakumar Yadav c) KL Rahul d) Rohit Sharma Ans: b) Suryakumar Yadav 3.Which of the following stalwarts have retired from T20Is, opening opportunities for younger talents in the Asia Cup 2025 squad? a) Jasprit Bumrah, Suryakumar Yadav, KL Rahul b) Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja c) Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, KL Rahul d) Rishabh Pant, Hardik Pandya, Shreyas Iyer Ans: b) Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Ravindra Jadeja 4.Which two teams secured their qualification for the semifinals of the Durand Cup, as per the provided information? a) East Bengal and Mohun Bagan Super Giant b) Shillong Lajong and Northeast United c) Chennaiyin FC and Mumbai City FC d) Bengaluru FC and FC Goa Ans: b) Shillong Lajong and Northeast United 5.In a recent Durand Cup quarterfinal, which team emerged victorious against Mohun Bagan Super Giant to advance to the semifinals? a) Shillong Lajong b) Northeast United c) East Bengal d) Bengaluru FC Ans: c) East Bengal 6.Who recently clinched her first International Challenge title by winning the women's singles event at the Malaysia International Challenge 2025? a) Isharani Baruah b) Devika Sihag c) Saina Nehwal d) PV Sindhu Ans: b) Devika Sihag 7.Who made history by becoming the first Indian sprinter to compete in the Diamond League? a) Avinash Sable b) Hima Das c) Animesh Kujur d) Neeraj Chopra Ans: c) Animesh Kujur 8.Which Indian steeplechaser has sustained a knee injury that could jeopardize his participation in the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo? a) Animesh Kujur b) Avinash Sable c) Murali Sreeshankar d) Dutee Chand Ans: b) Avinash Sable 9.Which two star players have been reportedly dropped from Pakistan's Asia Cup squad? a) Shadab Khan and Shaheen Afridi b) Fakhar Zaman and Haris Rauf c) Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan d) Imam-ul-Haq and Sarfaraz Ahmed Ans: c) Babar Azam and Mohammad Rizwan

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1.What is the name of India's first manned submersible vehicle that successfully conducted a deep dive to 5,000 meters as part of the Samudrayaan Project? a) Sagar Nidhi b) MATSYA 6000 c) Deep Ocean Explorer d) Varun 5000 Ans: b) MAT...

1.What is the name of India's first manned submersible vehicle that successfully conducted a deep dive to 5,000 meters as part of the Samudrayaan Project? a) Sagar Nidhi b) MATSYA 6000 c) Deep Ocean Explorer d) Varun 5000 Ans: b) MATSYA 6000 2.From which sea were over 100 kg of cobalt-rich polymetallic nodules collected as part of India's Deep Ocean Mission? a) Arabian Sea b) Bay of Bengal c) Andaman Sea d) Lakshadweep Sea Ans: c) Andaman Sea 3.Which Taiwanese electronics major has commenced production of the iPhone 17 at its new facility in Bengaluru, as mentioned in the content? a) Pegatron b) Wistron c) Foxconn d) Quanta Computer Ans: c) Foxconn 4.The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite is designed to scan nearly the entire Earth every how many days? a) Three days b) Four days c) Six days d) Nine days Ans: c) Six days 5.Who is identified in the provided text as the first Indian to reach the International Space Station (ISS)? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 6.India became the fourth country to successfully perform a satellite docking process in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) as part of which mission? a) Gaganyaan b) Chandrayaan-3 c) Aditya-L1 d) Space Docking and Servicing (SpaDeX) Ans: d) Space Docking and Servicing (SpaDeX) 7.Researchers at which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) have developed a new drug candidate to combat dangerous superbugs? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) IIT Roorkee d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Roorkee 8.How many Soil Health Cards have been distributed to farmers across India, as mentioned in the content? a) Over 10 crore b) Over 15 crore c) Over 20 crore d) Over 25 crore Ans: d) Over 25 crore

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1.What was India's new long-term sovereign credit rating assigned by S&P Global? a) BBB- b) BBB c) BB+ d) AA- Ans: b) BBB 2.The recent S&P Global upgrade of India's sovereign credit rating is the first such upgrade in how ma...

1.What was India's new long-term sovereign credit rating assigned by S&P Global? a) BBB- b) BBB c) BB+ d) AA- Ans: b) BBB 2.The recent S&P Global upgrade of India's sovereign credit rating is the first such upgrade in how many years? a) 5 years b) 10 years c) 18 years d) 25 years Ans: c) 18 years 3.Under the proposed rationalization of the GST structure, what are the two main slab rates for daily essentials and electronics? a) 10% and 20% b) 5% and 18% c) 12% and 28% d) 7% and 22% Ans: b) 5% and 18% 4.What special GST rate is proposed for 'sin and demerit goods' like online gaming? a) 28% b) 35% c) 40% d) 45% Ans: c) 40% 5.Despite planned tax cuts from GST reforms, what fiscal deficit target does the Indian government express confidence in meeting for the current fiscal year? a) 3.5% b) 4.0% c) 4.4% d) 5.0% Ans: c) 4.4% 6.Which of the following sectors is NOT explicitly mentioned as being heavily reliant on the US market and potentially affected by US tariffs on Indian exports? a) Textiles b) Pharmaceuticals c) Auto components d) Gems and jewelry Ans: b) Pharmaceuticals 7.Regarding the Indian financial markets, what trend has been observed with Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) amidst the recent market recovery? a) They have been selling off their holdings. b) They have been providing strong buying support. c) They have remained neutral. d) They have shifted focus to international markets. Ans: b) They have been providing strong buying support. 8.What was the trend in corporate loan growth during the April-June 2025 quarter? a) It experienced its fastest pace in over three years. b) It experienced its slowest pace in over three years. c) It remained stable compared to the previous quarter. d) It showed significant acceleration due to industrial demand. Ans: b) It experienced its slowest pace in over three years. 9.Companies are increasingly opting for which of the following as cheaper financing alternatives instead of traditional corporate loans? a) Foreign direct investment (FDI) b) Equity crowdfunding c) Commercial papers and corporate bond markets d) Venture capital funding Ans: c) Commercial papers and corporate bond markets

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1.The Israeli Navy recently conducted a strike on a Houthi power plant in which city? a) Aden, Yemen b) Sanaa, Yemen c) Marib, Yemen d) Taiz, Yemen Ans: b) Sanaa, Yemen 2.Which Israeli minister's plan to construct approximat...

1.The Israeli Navy recently conducted a strike on a Houthi power plant in which city? a) Aden, Yemen b) Sanaa, Yemen c) Marib, Yemen d) Taiz, Yemen Ans: b) Sanaa, Yemen 2.Which Israeli minister's plan to construct approximately 3,400 housing units in the E1 area has drawn widespread international condemnation? a) Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu b) Defense Minister Yoav Gallant c) Foreign Minister Israel Katz d) Finance Minister Betzalel Smotrich Ans: d) Finance Minister Betzalel Smotrich 3.What is the estimated number of Gazan residents for whom humanitarian efforts are being prepared for relocation ahead of planned military maneuvers? a) Up to 100,000 b) Up to 500,000 c) Up to 1 million d) Up to 2 million Ans: c) Up to 1 million 4.Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is scheduled to meet with which U.S. President in Washington? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 5.The recent summit between President Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, which concluded without a ceasefire in Ukraine, took place in which location? a) Helsinki, Finland b) Geneva, Switzerland c) Alaska, USA d) Reykjavik, Iceland Ans: c) Alaska, USA 6.Which U.S. official suggested that both Russia and Ukraine will need to make concessions for a peace deal to be achieved? a) Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin b) Secretary of State Marco Rubio c) National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan d) UN Ambassador Linda Thomas-Greenfield Ans: b) Secretary of State Marco Rubio 7.Flash floods triggered by torrential monsoon rains in which Pakistani province claimed at least 313 lives? a) Punjab b) Sindh c) Balochistan d) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Ans: d) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa 8.What was the magnitude of the earthquake that hit Indonesia in the Poso Regency of Central Sulawesi? a) 5.0 b) 5.5 c) 6.0 d) 6.5 Ans: c) 6.0 9.Which country has recorded 126 disaster-related deaths in the past four months? a) India b) Bangladesh c) Nepal d) Pakistan Ans: c) Nepal 10.The ongoing strike by which airline's flight attendants continues to cause disruption, despite a directive to end it? a) United Airlines b) British Airways c) Air Canada d) Lufthansa Ans: c) Air Canada 11.In which country have recent presidential and congressional elections potentially marked the end of nearly two decades of leftist rule? a) Venezuela b) Cuba c) Bolivia d) Nicaragua Ans: c) Bolivia 12.Iraq has begun the excavation of a large mass grave believed to be linked to which group? a) Al-Qaeda b) Islamic State group c) Ba'ath Party d) Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) Ans: b) Islamic State group

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1.What is the name of the Chinese Foreign Minister who recently visited New Delhi for key talks with Indian officials? a) Qin Gang b) Wang Yi c) Li Qiang d) Zhao Lijian Ans: b) Wang Yi 2.Which of the following commodities we...

1.What is the name of the Chinese Foreign Minister who recently visited New Delhi for key talks with Indian officials? a) Qin Gang b) Wang Yi c) Li Qiang d) Zhao Lijian Ans: b) Wang Yi 2.Which of the following commodities were specifically mentioned as part of the potential trade package discussed during the recent India-China talks? a) Textiles, software, and iron ore b) Rare earth magnets, fertilizers, and pharmaceuticals c) Petroleum, natural gas, and defense equipment d) Automotive parts, electronics, and agricultural products Ans: b) Rare earth magnets, fertilizers, and pharmaceuticals 3.Who has been announced as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice-Presidential election? a) Piyush Goyal b) C.P. Radhakrishnan c) Rajnath Singh d) M. Venkaiah Naidu Ans: b) C.P. Radhakrishnan 4.The Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill 2025, slated for introduction in Lok Sabha by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal, primarily aims to: a) Increase taxes on foreign goods b) Decriminalize minor offenses and foster ease of living and business c) Introduce new regulations for social media platforms d) Allocate funds for space exploration Ans: b) Decriminalize minor offenses and foster ease of living and business 5.Which two major infrastructure projects in the National Capital Region did Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurate? a) Mumbai Trans Harbour Sea Link and Navi Mumbai International Airport b) Delhi-Meerut Expressway and Kashi Vishwanath Corridor c) Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) d) Bengaluru-Mysuru Expressway and Chennai Metro Phase II Ans: c) Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) 6.During his 'Vote Adhikar Yatra' in Bihar, senior Congress leader Rahul Gandhi alleged "vote theft" by which institution? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Election Commission of India (ECI) c) Supreme Court of India d) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Ans: b) Election Commission of India (ECI) 7.A recent cloudburst leading to flash floods and landslides, causing multiple fatalities, occurred in which district of Jammu and Kashmir? a) Srinagar b) Kathua c) Anantnag d) Poonch Ans: b) Kathua 8.Who is India's first astronaut to the International Space Station (ISS) who recently returned to India? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Sunita Williams d) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: d) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 9.Which former Chief Minister of Odisha was recently admitted to the hospital due to dehydration, with his condition reported as stable? a) Biju Patnaik b) Naveen Patnaik c) J.B. Patnaik d) Giridhar Gamang Ans: b) Naveen Patnaik

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1.Who has been officially named as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s candidate for the Vice-Presidential elections? a) Naveen Patnaik b) Rahul Gandhi c) CP Radhakrishnan d) Narendra Modi Ans: c) CP Radhakrishnan 2.Pri...

1.Who has been officially named as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s candidate for the Vice-Presidential elections? a) Naveen Patnaik b) Rahul Gandhi c) CP Radhakrishnan d) Narendra Modi Ans: c) CP Radhakrishnan 2.Prior to being named as the NDA's Vice-Presidential candidate, what position did CP Radhakrishnan hold? a) Chief Minister of Odisha b) Governor of Maharashtra c) Governor of Gujarat d) Member of Parliament from Bihar Ans: b) Governor of Maharashtra 3.The Election Commission of India (ECI) recently issued an ultimatum to which political leader regarding allegations of "vote chori"? a) Narendra Modi b) Naveen Patnaik c) Rahul Gandhi d) Arvind Kejriwal Ans: c) Rahul Gandhi 4.Rahul Gandhi's allegations of "vote chori," for which the ECI demanded an affidavit or apology, were related to which specific elections? a) Gujarat Assembly Elections b) Maharashtra Assembly Elections c) Bihar Elections d) Lok Sabha Elections 2024 Ans: c) Bihar Elections 5.Which other political party has also backed the Congress on its claims questioning the Election Commission's conduct? a) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) b) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) c) Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) d) Trinamool Congress (TMC) Ans: b) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) 6.A horrific car-SUV collision resulting in eight fatalities, including seven women and children, occurred in which district of Gujarat? a) Ahmedabad b) Surat c) Surendranagar d) Vadodara Ans: c) Surendranagar 7.Cloudbursts and landslides leading to at least seven fatalities were reported in which district of Jammu and Kashmir? a) Srinagar b) Kathua c) Jammu d) Poonch Ans: b) Kathua 8.A case of 'brain-eating amoeba' infection, resulting in the death of a 9-year-old girl, was reported in which district of Kerala? a) Thiruvananthapuram b) Kochi c) Kozhikode d) Kollam Ans: c) Kozhikode 9.Which former Chief Minister was recently hospitalized due to age-related ailments? a) Lalu Prasad Yadav b) Naveen Patnaik c) Mamata Banerjee d) Uddhav Thackeray Ans: b) Naveen Patnaik

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1.What is the primary financial incentive offered under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana for eligible individuals? a) ₹10,000 for starting a small business b) ₹15,000 for securing their first private sector job c) ₹20,0...

1.What is the primary financial incentive offered under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana for eligible individuals? a) ₹10,000 for starting a small business b) ₹15,000 for securing their first private sector job c) ₹20,000 for completing a skill development course d) ₹5,000 for registering as unemployed Ans: b) ₹15,000 for securing their first private sector job 2.The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY), approved in July 2025, is notable for which of the following features? a) Its focus exclusively on organic farming in all districts. b) Providing direct cash transfers to urban farmers only. c) Merging 36 existing schemes from 11 different ministries. d) An annual outlay of ₹10,000 crore for four years. Ans: c) Merging 36 existing schemes from 11 different ministries. 3.Which of the following new initiatives announced on Independence Day 2025 is focused on developing a powerful, next-generation weapon system under the 'Make in India' initiative? a) National Critical Mission b) High-Powered Demography Mission c) 'Sudarshan Chakra' Mission d) Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana Ans: c) 'Sudarshan Chakra' Mission 4.The two significant National Highway projects inaugurated in Delhi on August 17, 2025, namely the Delhi section of the Dwarka Expressway and the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II), had a combined approximate value of: a) ₹5,360 crore b) ₹8,500 crore c) ₹11,000 crore d) ₹15,000 crore Ans: c) ₹11,000 crore 5.During his 79th Independence Day address, Prime Minister Modi promised a 'Diwali gift' to the nation in the form of: a) Launch of Made-in-India semiconductor chips. b) Next-generation GST reforms. c) Inauguration of the 'Sudarshan Chakra' Mission. d) A new scheme for energy self-reliance in rural areas. Ans: b) Next-generation GST reforms.

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1.Which Indian athlete secured India's first-ever bronze medal in roller skating at the World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China? a) Rudrankksh Patil b) Anandkumar Velkumar c) Manu Bhaker d) Devika Sihag Ans: b) Anandkumar Velkumar
1.Which Indian athlete secured India's first-ever bronze medal in roller skating at the World Games 2025 in Chengdu, China? a) Rudrankksh Patil b) Anandkumar Velkumar c) Manu Bhaker d) Devika Sihag Ans: b) Anandkumar Velkumar 2.The Khelo India Water Sports 2025, themed 'Dal Chu Pyaraan', is being hosted at which iconic location in Jammu & Kashmir? a) Wular Lake b) Dal Lake c) Mansar Lake d) Surinsar Lake Ans: b) Dal Lake 3.Which city in Kazakhstan is set to host the Asian Shooting Championships 2025, where a 164-member Indian squad will compete? a) Almaty b) Astana c) Shymkent d) Karaganda Ans: c) Shymkent 4.Which state in India will host the 12th Men's Asia Cup Hockey Championship, with its Chief Minister unveiling the event's logo and mascot? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Odisha c) Bihar d) Punjab Ans: c) Bihar 5.India has expressed its aspiration to host which major international sporting event in 2036, as reiterated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Commonwealth Games b) Asian Games c) Summer Olympics d) FIFA World Cup Ans: c) Summer Olympics

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1.Shubhanshu Shukla, the second Indian to travel to space, returned to India as part of which specific mission? a) Gaganyaan Mission b) Chandrayaan-3 Mission c) Axiom-4 Mission d) Artemis II Mission Ans: c) Axiom-4 Mission 2...

1.Shubhanshu Shukla, the second Indian to travel to space, returned to India as part of which specific mission? a) Gaganyaan Mission b) Chandrayaan-3 Mission c) Axiom-4 Mission d) Artemis II Mission Ans: c) Axiom-4 Mission 2.What is the approximate total combined investment approved under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) across all its projects mentioned in the text? a) ₹4,600 crore b) ₹16,000 crore c) ₹1.6 lakh crore d) ₹2.8 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1.6 lakh crore 3.India's recent push for domestic technology manufacturing is primarily targeting which range of mature-node chip production? a) 5nm to 10nm b) 14nm to 22nm c) 28nm to 65nm d) 90nm to 130nm Ans: c) 28nm to 65nm 4.Foxconn's new plant, which has commenced small-scale production of the iPhone 17, is located near which city in India? a) Chennai b) Hyderabad c) Pune d) Bengaluru Ans: d) Bengaluru 5.The significant developments in India's technology and manufacturing sectors, including the Foxconn plant and semiconductor push, align with which broader national vision mentioned in the text? a) Digital India b) Skill India c) Make in India d) Aatmanirbhar Bharat Ans: d) Aatmanirbhar Bharat

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1.What was the new long-term sovereign credit rating assigned to India by S&P Global on August 17, 2025, marking the first upgrade in 18 years? a) 'BBB-' b) 'BB+' c) 'BBB' d) 'A-' Ans: c) 'BBB' 2.According to the proposed ne...

1.What was the new long-term sovereign credit rating assigned to India by S&P Global on August 17, 2025, marking the first upgrade in 18 years? a) 'BBB-' b) 'BB+' c) 'BBB' d) 'A-' Ans: c) 'BBB' 2.According to the proposed new-generation GST reform expected by October 2025, which of the following tax rates are planned to be eliminated to move towards a two-slab system? a) 5% and 18% b) 12% and 28% c) 12% and 5% d) 18% and 28% Ans: b) 12% and 28% 3.What is the primary reason cited for the increasing trade tensions and imposition of additional tariffs by the United States on Indian goods? a) India's new intellectual property rights policies. b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil. c) India's restrictions on US technology imports. d) India's non-compliance with WTO trade rules. Ans: b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil. 4.Which of the following multinational companies is expanding its production portfolio in India, including plans for laptop manufacturing, reinforcing India's role in the global electronics supply chain? a) Apple b) Sony c) Samsung d) LG Ans: c) Samsung 5.Approximately how many jobs are estimated to be at immediate risk in labor-intensive sectors in India if the current US tariff regime persists? a) Up to 100,000 b) Up to 200,000 c) Up to 300,000 d) Up to 500,000 Ans: c) Up to 300,000

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1.The recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, where they discussed the Ukraine conflict, took place in which location? a) Washington D.C. b) Moscow c) Alaska d) Geneva Ans: c) Alaska
1.The recent meeting between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, where they discussed the Ukraine conflict, took place in which location? a) Washington D.C. b) Moscow c) Alaska d) Geneva Ans: c) Alaska 2.What was the primary reason cited for the United States canceling upcoming trade negotiations with India? a) India's refusal to join a new economic alliance. b) India's continued import of Russian oil. c) Disputes over intellectual property rights. d) India's stance on climate change agreements. Ans: b) India's continued import of Russian oil. 3.Following the Alaska summit, what new objective did President Trump state for the Ukraine conflict, aligning with Russia's long-held view? a) Securing an immediate ceasefire agreement. b) Facilitating Ukraine ceding the Donetsk region. c) Achieving a comprehensive peace agreement. d) Increasing military aid to Ukraine. Ans: c) Achieving a comprehensive peace agreement. 4.The Canadian government recently intervened to end a strike by which group, citing economic concerns and the impact of unprecedented US tariffs on Canada? a) Railway workers. b) Port authority staff. c) Air Canada flight attendants. d) Public transit operators. Ans: c) Air Canada flight attendants. 5.Which high-level diplomatic meeting was scheduled to occur on August 18, 2025, two days after the Alaska summit? a) US-India trade negotiations. b) Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's meeting with President Trump. c) A summit between European and NATO leaders. d) A meeting of the G7 finance ministers. Ans: b) Ukrainian President Zelenskyy's meeting with President Trump.

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1.Who was officially announced as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) candidate for the Vice Presidential election? a) JP Nadda b) Narendra Modi c) CP Radhakrishnan d) Rahul Gandhi Ans: c) CP Radhakrishnan 2.Which of th...

1.Who was officially announced as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) candidate for the Vice Presidential election? a) JP Nadda b) Narendra Modi c) CP Radhakrishnan d) Rahul Gandhi Ans: c) CP Radhakrishnan 2.Which of the following infrastructure projects, costing around ₹11,000 crore, was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in its Delhi section to alleviate traffic congestion and enhance connectivity in the National Capital Region? a) Eastern Peripheral Expressway b) Yamuna Expressway c) Dwarka Expressway d) Western Peripheral Expressway Ans: c) Dwarka Expressway 3.What is the primary reason cited for the reported pause in trade negotiations between India and the United States? a) Disagreements over India's space program b) Concerns regarding India's defense spending c) Stalemate over opening India's agricultural and dairy sectors and India's Russian oil purchases d) Differences in intellectual property rights policies Ans: c) Stalemate over opening India's agricultural and dairy sectors and India's Russian oil purchases 4.A tragic cloudburst incident, resulting in seven deaths including five children due to flash floods and landslides, recently occurred in which district of Jammu and Kashmir? a) Srinagar b) Kathua c) Jammu d) Udhampur Ans: b) Kathua 5.Who has been given the additional charge as Nagaland Governor following the demise of La Ganesan? a) Vikram Misri b) Wang Yi c) Ajay Kumar Bhalla d) S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Ajay Kumar Bhalla

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1.What significant national highway projects were inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on August 17, 2025? a) Eastern Peripheral Expressway and Western Peripheral Expressway b) Delhi section of Dwarka Expressway and U...

1.What significant national highway projects were inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Delhi on August 17, 2025? a) Eastern Peripheral Expressway and Western Peripheral Expressway b) Delhi section of Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) c) Delhi-Meerut Expressway and Kundli-Ghaziabad-Palwal Expressway d) Yamuna Expressway and Noida-Greater Noida Expressway Ans: b) Delhi section of Dwarka Expressway and Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) 2.What is the proposed next-generation Goods and Services Tax (GST) reform that the Centre plans to introduce as a transitional step towards a single GST rate by 2047? a) A single-slab tax regime of 12% b) A two-slab tax regime with rates of 5% and 18% c) A three-slab tax regime with rates of 8%, 15%, and 28% d) Abolition of GST for essential goods Ans: b) A two-slab tax regime with rates of 5% and 18% 3.Who has been named as the NDA's Vice-Presidential pick, according to the provided news? a) Rahul Gandhi b) Gyanesh Kumar c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Wang Yi Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 4.Which foreign dignitary is scheduled to visit India from August 18 to 20, 2025, for the 24th round of talks on the boundary question? a) US Secretary of State b) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi c) Nepalese Prime Minister d) Russian Foreign Minister Ans: b) Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi 5.The successful 'blooming' of the gigantic antenna reflector was reported for which earth observation satellite, a joint ISRO-NASA mission? a) Chandrayaan-3 b) NISAR c) Mangalyaan-2 d) Aditya-L1 Ans: b) NISAR

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1.Which new scheme, announced on Independence Day 2025, specifically provides ₹15,000 to individuals securing their first private sector job post-graduation? a) Rozgar Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana c) Pradhan M...

1.Which new scheme, announced on Independence Day 2025, specifically provides ₹15,000 to individuals securing their first private sector job post-graduation? a) Rozgar Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana c) Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana d) Mission Sudarshan Chakra Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana 2.As per the recent Independence Day announcements, what are the two new simplified Goods and Services Tax (GST) slab rates proposed by the Indian government? a) 5% and 12% b) 12% and 18% c) 5% and 18% d) 18% and 28% Ans: c) 5% and 18% 3.The Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) programme, a Central Sector scheme, is valued at what total amount and partially supported by which international organization? a) ₹2,100 crore, IMF b) ₹4,200 crore, World Bank c) ₹1 lakh crore, Asian Development Bank d) ₹15,000 crore, UNESCO Ans: b) ₹4,200 crore, World Bank 4.What is India's ambitious target for increasing its nuclear energy capacity by 2047, as announced by the Prime Minister? a) Double the current capacity b) Triple the current capacity c) Fivefold increase d) Tenfold increase Ans: d) Tenfold increase 5.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently released a committee report outlining guiding principles for the responsible adoption of AI in the financial sector. What is the name of this framework? a) Digital India AI Framework (DIAIF) b) Responsible AI in Finance (RAIF) c) Framework for Responsible and Ethical Enablement of Artificial Intelligence (FREE-AI) d) AI for Banking and Financial Services (AIBFS) Ans: c) Framework for Responsible and Ethical Enablement of Artificial Intelligence (FREE-AI)

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1.What is the significance of Anandkumar Velkumar's medal at the World Games 2025 for India? a) It's India's first gold medal in roller skating. b) It's India's first-ever bronze medal in roller skating. c) It's India's first medal i...

1.What is the significance of Anandkumar Velkumar's medal at the World Games 2025 for India? a) It's India's first gold medal in roller skating. b) It's India's first-ever bronze medal in roller skating. c) It's India's first medal in the World Games. d) It's India's first medal in an Olympic sport. Ans: b) It's India's first-ever bronze medal in roller skating. 2.Which major international winter sports event is India set to host for the first time in 2025? a) Asian Winter Games b) Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy c) World Ice Hockey Championship d) Winter Youth Olympics Ans: b) Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy 3.Which city will host the Asian Open Short Track Speed Skating Trophy 2025? a) Chengdu, China b) Raipur, Dehradun c) Bengaluru, India d) Tokyo, Japan Ans: b) Raipur, Dehradun 4.Which two prominent Indian cricketers have been declared fit and available for the Asia Cup 2025, as per the provided information? a) Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma b) Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav c) Hardik Pandya and Ravindra Jadeja d) Rishabh Pant and KL Rahul Ans: b) Jasprit Bumrah and Suryakumar Yadav 5.Who is slated to captain the Pakistan cricket team for the Asia Cup 2025, according to the provided text? a) Babar Azam b) Mohammad Rizwan c) Salman Ali Agha d) Shaheen Afridi Ans: c) Salman Ali Agha

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1.Which of the following statements correctly describes Foxconn's new iPhone 17 production facility in Bengaluru? a) It is Foxconn's largest global manufacturing unit. b) It is poised to become Foxconn's second-largest global unit af...

1.Which of the following statements correctly describes Foxconn's new iPhone 17 production facility in Bengaluru? a) It is Foxconn's largest global manufacturing unit. b) It is poised to become Foxconn's second-largest global unit after China. c) It is primarily focused on producing components for the iPhone 17, not the full device. d) The investment for this plant is approximately $280 million. Ans: b) It is poised to become Foxconn's second-largest global unit after China. 2.India's strategic investment in mature-node chip manufacturing primarily focuses on which specific range of technology? a) 5nm to 10nm b) 14nm to 22nm c) 28nm to 65nm d) 90nm to 130nm Ans: c) 28nm to 65nm 3.Which Indian astronaut recently returned to India after completing a successful stint on a space mission? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 4.The International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) 2025, which was the largest edition ever with participants from 64 countries, was hosted by India in which city? a) New Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Mumbai d) Chennai Ans: c) Mumbai 5.What significant infrastructure project does NASA plan to build on the Moon by 2030 to provide a reliable energy source for future lunar bases? a) The first permanent human settlement b) The Moon's first commercial spaceport c) The Moon's first nuclear reactor d) A large-scale lunar telescope array Ans: c) The Moon's first nuclear reactor

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1.What was the recent upgrade to India's sovereign credit rating by S&P Global, and what was its previous rating? a) Upgraded to 'BBB+' from 'BBB' b) Upgraded to 'BBB' from 'BBB-' c) Upgraded to 'A-' from 'BBB+' d) Upgraded to 'BBB-'...

1.What was the recent upgrade to India's sovereign credit rating by S&P Global, and what was its previous rating? a) Upgraded to 'BBB+' from 'BBB' b) Upgraded to 'BBB' from 'BBB-' c) Upgraded to 'A-' from 'BBB+' d) Upgraded to 'BBB-' from 'BB+' Ans: b) Upgraded to 'BBB' from 'BBB-' 2.Which of the following is NOT an announced aim or characteristic of the proposed GST reforms mentioned in the text? a) Rationalization of tax slabs. b) Reduction in the cost of daily essentials. c) Introduction of a new generation GST reform by October 2025. d) An anticipated increase in the fiscal deficit target for the current fiscal year. Ans: d) An anticipated increase in the fiscal deficit target for the current fiscal year. 3.According to the provided content, which of the following was identified as a primary reason for the significant foreign portfolio investor (FPI) outflows from Indian equities in the first half of August? a) A surge in corporate earnings and a strengthening rupee. b) US tariffs on Indian goods and lackluster first-quarter corporate earnings. c) Increased government spending on infrastructure projects. d) S&P Global's upgrade of India's sovereign credit rating. Ans: b) US tariffs on Indian goods and lackluster first-quarter corporate earnings. 4.Which of the following factors is NOT cited as contributing to the early signs of a broad-based recovery in India's rural economy? a) A strong start to the monsoon season. b) Increased government spending on infrastructure. c) A rebound in rural wages driven by easing inflation. d) Significant increase in agricultural export demand. Ans: d) Significant increase in agricultural export demand. 5.Based on the projection by Union Bank of India, what is India's Current Account Deficit (CAD) expected to be as a percentage of GDP in FY26, and how does it compare to FY25? a) 0.6% in FY26, doubling from 0.3% in FY25. b) 1.2% in FY26, nearly doubling from 0.6% in FY25. c) 1.2% in FY26, remaining stable from 1.2% in FY25. d) 0.6% in FY26, halving from 1.2% in FY25. Ans: b) 1.2% in FY26, nearly doubling from 0.6% in FY25.

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1.Where did the summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin take place? a) Washington D.C. b) Moscow c) Alaska d) Kyiv Ans: c) Alaska 2.What dire warning did the UN issue regarding the human...

1.Where did the summit between US President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin take place? a) Washington D.C. b) Moscow c) Alaska d) Kyiv Ans: c) Alaska 2.What dire warning did the UN issue regarding the humanitarian situation in Gaza? a) Imminent refugee crisis b) Spread of infectious diseases c) Man-made famine d) Collapse of civil infrastructure Ans: c) Man-made famine 3.What potential political shift is being closely watched in Bolivia's 2025 general election? a) Transition to a monarchy b) End of two decades of socialist rule c) Establishment of a new federal system d) Adoption of a multi-party coalition government Ans: b) End of two decades of socialist rule 4.Which entity intervened to end the Air Canada cabin crew strike? a) Canadian Labour Congress b) Air Transport Association of Canada c) Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) d) International Air Transport Association (IATA) Ans: c) Canadian Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) 5.What type of natural disaster recently impacted Central Sulawesi, Indonesia? a) Severe flooding b) Landslides c) A magnitude 6.0 earthquake d) A volcanic eruption Ans: c) A magnitude 6.0 earthquake

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1.Who has been named as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s candidate for the upcoming Vice-Presidential elections, according to the provided text? a) Narendra Modi b) Rahul Gandhi c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Wang Yi Ans: c) C.P. R...

1.Who has been named as the National Democratic Alliance (NDA)'s candidate for the upcoming Vice-Presidential elections, according to the provided text? a) Narendra Modi b) Rahul Gandhi c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Wang Yi Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.What specific allegations did Rahul Gandhi make against the Election Commission of India (ECI), leading to a stern warning from the ECI? a) Allegations of EVM tampering. b) Allegations of 'vote chori' (vote theft). c) Allegations of biased media coverage. d) Allegations of electoral bond irregularities. Ans: b) Allegations of 'vote chori' (vote theft). 3.What is cited as the primary reason for the likely postponement of the US trade delegation's visit to India, as mentioned in the text? a) India's stance on intellectual property rights. b) Ongoing disagreements regarding US imposition of tariffs on Indian goods. c) India's refusal to participate in joint military exercises. d) Scheduling conflicts with high-level Indian officials. Ans: b) Ongoing disagreements regarding US imposition of tariffs on Indian goods. 4.Which two key highway projects in Delhi were recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, as per the provided information? a) Eastern Peripheral Expressway and Western Peripheral Expressway b) Dwarka Expressway (Delhi section) and a crucial stretch of UER-II c) Delhi-Meerut Expressway and Yamuna Expressway d) Ring Road Extension and Outer Ring Road Widening Ans: b) Dwarka Expressway (Delhi section) and a crucial stretch of UER-II 5.Which Indian states/union territories were particularly highlighted in the text for experiencing severe impact from cloudbursts and heavy rains during the monsoon season? a) Uttarakhand and Sikkim b) Kerala and Tamil Nadu c) Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh d) Gujarat and Rajasthan Ans: c) Jammu and Kashmir, and Himachal Pradesh

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1.Who has been officially announced as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election? a) J.P. Nadda b) Narendra Modi c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishn...

1.Who has been officially announced as the National Democratic Alliance's (NDA) candidate for the upcoming Vice Presidential election? a) J.P. Nadda b) Narendra Modi c) C.P. Radhakrishnan d) Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: c) C.P. Radhakrishnan 2.The recent cloudbursts, flash floods, and landslides that resulted in a tragic loss of life in Jammu and Kashmir occurred in which district? a) Srinagar b) Kathua c) Anantnag d) Pulwama Ans: b) Kathua 3.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated key infrastructure projects in Delhi, valued at ₹11,000 crore. These projects included the Urban Extension Road-II (UER-II) and the Delhi section of which major expressway? a) Yamuna Expressway b) Eastern Peripheral Expressway c) Dwarka Expressway d) Western Peripheral Expressway Ans: c) Dwarka Expressway 4.Uncertainty surrounds the US-India trade talks due to new US tariffs. What specific reason did the US cite for imposing an additional 25% tariff on Indian goods, bringing the total to 50%? a) India's policies on intellectual property rights b) India's continued imports of Russian oil c) India's trade surplus with the US d) India's agricultural subsidies Ans: b) India's continued imports of Russian oil 5.Which country's Foreign Minister, Wang Yi, is scheduled to visit India for the 24th round of talks between Special Representatives on the boundary question? a) Russia b) Japan c) China d) South Korea Ans: c) China

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1.What is the name of the ambitious plan unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day to develop an indigenous aerial defence system by 2035? a) Agni Raksha Kavach b) Mission Sudarshan Chakra c) Bharata Suraksha Yojan...

1.What is the name of the ambitious plan unveiled by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Independence Day to develop an indigenous aerial defence system by 2035? a) Agni Raksha Kavach b) Mission Sudarshan Chakra c) Bharata Suraksha Yojana d) Vayu Rakshak Pariyojana Ans: b) Mission Sudarshan Chakra 2.Which two Indian cities have inaugurated their first 3nm chip design centers under the India Semiconductor Mission? a) Hyderabad and Chennai b) Noida and Bengaluru c) Mumbai and Pune d) Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar Ans: b) Noida and Bengaluru 3.According to the content, what was the change in tariffs on most Indian exports to the US, as per an executive order signed by US President Donald Trump? a) Tariffs were reduced from 50% to 25% b) Tariffs were doubled from 25% to 50% c) Tariffs were increased from 10% to 25% d) All tariffs on Indian exports were eliminated Ans: b) Tariffs were doubled from 25% to 50% 4.By what year does India aim to achieve a tenfold increase in its nuclear energy capacity, as stated by PM Modi? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 5.Which Indian city and state recently conducted its first drone-AI-powered cloud seeding experiment? a) Bengaluru, Karnataka b) Jaipur, Rajasthan c) Hyderabad, Telangana d) Pune, Maharashtra Ans: b) Jaipur, Rajasthan

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1.India commemorated its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025. Who addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort on this occasion? a) President Droupadi Murmu b) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi d...

1.India commemorated its 79th Independence Day on August 15, 2025. Who addressed the nation from the historic Red Fort on this occasion? a) President Droupadi Murmu b) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi d) Chief Justice of India B.R. Gavai Ans: c) Prime Minister Narendra Modi 2.The newly announced GST reforms, dubbed 'GST 2.0,' aim to transition to which system to reduce the tax burden and stimulate domestic consumption? a) A single-slab system b) A two-slab system c) A three-slab system d) A zero-tax system for daily-use items Ans: b) A two-slab system 3.What is the projected job creation target by 2027 under the Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) 1 crore jobs b) 2.5 crore jobs c) 3.5 crore jobs d) 5 crore jobs Ans: c) 3.5 crore jobs 4.A dedicated Reform Task Force is being established with the goal of preparing India for what economic milestone by 2047? a) A $5 trillion economy b) A $7.5 trillion economy c) A $10 trillion economy d) Achieving zero national debt Ans: c) A $10 trillion economy 5.What is the name of the indigenous air-defence system project unveiled by PM Modi, aiming to protect vital installations? a) Mission Shakti b) Mission Amrit c) Mission Sudarshan Chakra d) Mission Kavach Ans: c) Mission Sudarshan Chakra 6.By when is India set to launch its first 'Made in India' semiconductor chips? a) Mid-2025 b) End of 2025 c) Early 2026 d) Mid-2026 Ans: b) End of 2025 7.What was India's real GDP expansion in 2024-25, as mentioned in the economic landscape section? a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 8.What landmark manufacturing capacity did India achieve in solar Photo Voltaic (PV) modules under the ALMM? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 120 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 9.How many years did the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drugs-Free India Campaign) successfully complete on Independence Day 2025? a) Three years b) Four years c) Five years d) Six years Ans: c) Five years 10.What is the annual fee for the new FASTag Annual Pass launched by NHAI for non-commercial vehicles, allowing unlimited travel across 1,150 toll plazas? a) ₹1,500 b) ₹2,000 c) ₹2,500 d) ₹3,000 Ans: d) ₹3,000 11.What is cited as the primary reason for the strained relations between India and the United States? a) India's nuclear program b) US imposing 50% tariffs on India c) India's growing trade with China d) Differences over climate change policies Ans: b) US imposing 50% tariffs on India 12.Which year has been designated the Year of Science, Technology and Innovation Exchange between India and Japan? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2026-27 d) 2027-28 Ans: b) 2025-26 13.Which country hosted the Asian Surfing Championships 2025, where Ramesh Budihal secured India's first individual medal? a) Japan b) India c) Thailand d) Indonesia Ans: b) India 14.What was unveiled as the mascot for the Khelo India Water Sports Festival 2025? a) The Bengal Tiger b) The Asiatic Lion c) The Himalayan Kingfisher d) The Indian Elephant Ans: c) The Himalayan Kingfisher 15.Which iconic Indian film's 50th anniversary was commemorated by the Maharashtra Postal Circle with special picture postcards? a) Lagaan b) Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge c) Sholay d) Mother India Ans: c) Sholay

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1.On India's 79th Independence Day, from where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi deliver his address? a) India Gate b) Parliament House c) Red Fort d) Rashtrapati Bhavan Ans: c) Red Fort 2.What is the planned higher rate for ...

1.On India's 79th Independence Day, from where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi deliver his address? a) India Gate b) Parliament House c) Red Fort d) Rashtrapati Bhavan Ans: c) Red Fort 2.What is the planned higher rate for luxury and sin goods in the GST reform scheduled for October 2025? a) 28% b) 35% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: c) 40% 3.What is the target number of jobs to be created under the ₹1 lakh crore Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) 1.5 crore b) 2.5 crore c) 3.5 crore d) 4.5 crore Ans: c) 3.5 crore 4.Which agency upgraded India's sovereign rating to 'BBB' with a stable outlook on August 14? a) Moody's b) Fitch Ratings c) S&P d) World Bank Ans: c) S&P 5.What was the benchmark repo rate maintained by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its August 2025 Monetary Policy? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 6.What was India's real GDP expansion rate in FY25? a) 5.9% b) 6.1% c) 6.3% d) 6.5% Ans: d) 6.5% 7.What was the year-on-year inflation rate noted in July 2025? a) 1.55% b) 2.10% c) 3.10% d) 4.00% Ans: a) 1.55% 8.The Supreme Court delivered a landmark judgment on August 14, 2025, providing clarity on which section of the Central Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017? a) Section 6(1)(a) b) Section 6(2)(b) c) Section 7(1)(c) d) Section 8(2)(a) Ans: b) Section 6(2)(b) 9.How many people were sensitized by the 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan' upon its completion of five years? a) Over 10 crore b) Over 12.5 crore c) Over 15 crore d) Over 18.10 crore Ans: d) Over 18.10 crore 10.Which world leaders extended greetings to India on its Independence Day, highlighting strengthening bilateral ties? a) US President and UK Prime Minister b) Russian President and French President c) German Chancellor and Japanese Prime Minister d) Chinese President and Canadian Prime Minister Ans: b) Russian President and French President 11.Where was the 3rd India-Singapore Ministerial Roundtable (ISMR) convened? a) Singapore b) Mumbai c) New Delhi d) Bengaluru Ans: c) New Delhi 12.What milestone has India achieved in solar PV module manufacturing capacity? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 125 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 13.In which district of Indian-administered Kashmir did a massive cloudburst occur on August 14, leading to flash floods? a) Srinagar b) Jammu c) Kishtwar d) Pulwama Ans: c) Kishtwar 14.What was the total value of India's foreign exchange reserves in the week ending August 8? a) $688.3 billion b) $693 billion c) $697.7 billion d) $700 billion Ans: b) $693 billion

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1.What was the duration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech on August 15, 2025, making it the longest in India's history? a) 90 minutes b) 103 minutes c) 115 minutes d) 120 minutes Ans: b) 103 minutes 2...

1.What was the duration of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's Independence Day speech on August 15, 2025, making it the longest in India's history? a) 90 minutes b) 103 minutes c) 115 minutes d) 120 minutes Ans: b) 103 minutes 2.'Mission Sudarshan Chakra', unveiled by PM Modi, is primarily aimed at which of the following? a) Boosting agricultural output through new irrigation techniques b) Protecting India's strategic, civilian, and religious sites with indigenous defense technology c) Developing new renewable energy sources across the country d) Expanding digital literacy across rural areas Ans: b) Protecting India's strategic, civilian, and religious sites with indigenous defense technology 3.What is the target for job creation under the recently launched Pradhan Mantri Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana? a) 1.5 crore jobs b) 2.5 crore jobs c) 3.5 crore jobs d) 4.5 crore jobs Ans: c) 3.5 crore jobs 4.How did Prime Minister Modi refer to the announced GST Overhaul during his Independence Day address? a) "A New Economic Era" b) "The People's Reform" c) "Diwali Gift" d) "Budgetary Boon" Ans: c) "Diwali Gift" 5.By when did Prime Minister Modi pledge for India to achieve the production of 'Made in India' chips? a) End of 2026 b) Mid-2025 c) End of 2025 d) Mid-2026 Ans: c) End of 2025 6.By which year does President Droupadi Murmu state India aims to become a global AI hub? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 7.The Ayushman Bharat healthcare scheme was expanded to cover which new demographic? a) All citizens below poverty line b) All children under 10 years of age c) All senior citizens aged 70 and above d) All government employees Ans: c) All senior citizens aged 70 and above 8.How many Gallantry Medals were awarded to personnel on Independence Day 2025? a) 99 b) 233 c) 758 d) 1090 Ans: b) 233 9.Which Self-Help Group (SHG) received the UNDP Equator Prize 2025 for their work in biodiversity conservation and sustainable farming? a) Jai Kisan SHG b) Green Earth SHG c) Bibi Fatima Women's SHG d) Mahila Shakti SHG Ans: c) Bibi Fatima Women's SHG 10.What was the key change announced in Bihar regarding competitive exam fees for state government jobs? a) No fee for any exam for women candidates b) A uniform fee of ₹500 for all preliminary and main exams c) A uniform fee of ₹100 for preliminary exams with no fee for main examinations d) Only online application fees would be charged, no exam fees Ans: c) A uniform fee of ₹100 for preliminary exams with no fee for main examinations 11.The 'Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan' (NMBA) successfully completed how many years on August 15, 2025? a) Three years b) Five years c) Seven years d) Ten years Ans: b) Five years 12.Where were the Asian Surfing Championships 2025 held in India? a) Goa b) Chennai c) Kochi d) Mahabalipuram Ans: d) Mahabalipuram 13.MY Bharat signed a three-year MoU with which organization to advance youth leadership development across India? a) National Youth Foundation b) School of Ultimate Leadership Foundation (SOUL) c) Young Innovators Forum d) Bharat Yuva Shakti Ans: b) School of Ultimate Leadership Foundation (SOUL) 14.What landmark milestone did India achieve in solar PhotoVoltaic (PV) modules manufacturing capacity under the Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) scheme? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 125 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 15.Who became the first Indian woman appointed as the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)-India Trade Commissioner? a) Smriti Irani b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Zeenat Kureshi d) Arundhati Bhattacharya Ans: c) Zeenat Kureshi

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1.What was India's GDP growth rate in FY24, as highlighted by President Droupadi Murmu? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.S&P recently upgraded India's sovereign credit rating to what level, marking the first su...

1.What was India's GDP growth rate in FY24, as highlighted by President Droupadi Murmu? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.S&P recently upgraded India's sovereign credit rating to what level, marking the first such upgrade in 18 years? a) 'BB+' with a positive outlook b) 'BBB' with a stable outlook c) 'BBB-' with a positive outlook d) 'A-' with a stable outlook Ans: b) 'BBB' with a stable outlook 3.Which country's administration recently imposed new 25% tariffs on Indian goods, causing strain in bilateral relations? a) China b) United Kingdom c) United States d) Russia Ans: c) United States 4.A massive cloudburst recently caused significant loss of life in which Indian state/union territory? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Uttarakhand c) Jammu and Kashmir d) Sikkim Ans: c) Jammu and Kashmir 5.The Supreme Court directed the Election Commission of India (ECI) to publish a searchable list of excluded names from the draft electoral roll of which state? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Bihar c) West Bengal d) Maharashtra Ans: b) Bihar 6.'Operation Sindoor' was lauded as a decisive response to terrorism. Officers involved in this operation received which gallantry awards? a) Param Vir Chakra and Maha Vir Chakra b) Ashok Chakra and Kirti Chakra c) Sarvottam Yudha Seva Medal and Vir Chakra d) Shaurya Chakra and Sena Medal Ans: c) Sarvottam Yudha Seva Medal and Vir Chakra 7.India recently achieved a significant milestone in solar energy under the ALMM scheme. What was this milestone? a) 50 GW Solar PV Manufacturing b) 75 GW Solar PV Manufacturing c) 100 GW Solar PV Manufacturing d) 120 GW Solar PV Manufacturing Ans: c) 100 GW Solar PV Manufacturing 8.India's first hydrogen-powered train is set to commence operations on which route? a) Delhi-Jaipur b) Mumbai-Pune c) Jind-Sonipat d) Bengaluru-Chennai Ans: c) Jind-Sonipat 9.What was the repo rate maintained by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its August 2025 Monetary Policy Committee meeting? a) 5.0% b) 5.5% c) 6.0% d) 6.25% Ans: b) 5.5% 10.Prime Minister Modi is scheduled to visit Tianjin, China, for which international summit? a) BRICS Summit b) G20 Summit c) SCO Summit d) ASEAN Summit Ans: c) SCO Summit 11.Which Independence Day was India celebrating on the eve of President Murmu's address? a) 75th b) 77th c) 79th d) 80th Ans: c) 79th 12.The Union government approved investment for the 700 MW Tato-II Hydro-Electric Project in which state? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Uttarakhand c) Sikkim d) Arunachal Pradesh Ans: d) Arunachal Pradesh 13.What was India's trade deficit in July 2025, as mentioned in the content? a) USD 8.50 billion b) USD 9.95 billion c) USD 11.72 billion d) USD 13.20 billion Ans: c) USD 11.72 billion

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1.S&P Global recently upgraded India's long-term sovereign credit ratings. What was the new rating and its outlook? a) 'BBB+' with a stable outlook b) 'BBB' with a stable outlook c) 'BBB-' with a positive outlook d) 'BBB' with a posi...

1.S&P Global recently upgraded India's long-term sovereign credit ratings. What was the new rating and its outlook? a) 'BBB+' with a stable outlook b) 'BBB' with a stable outlook c) 'BBB-' with a positive outlook d) 'BBB' with a positive outlook Ans: b) 'BBB' with a stable outlook 2.What was India's merchandise trade deficit in July 2025? a) $18.78 billion b) $27.35 billion c) $20.50 billion d) $15.25 billion Ans: b) $27.35 billion 3.What percentage tariff has the US imposed on Indian goods, including an additional tariff over India's import of Russian oil? a) 25 percent b) 50 percent c) 75 percent d) 100 percent Ans: b) 50 percent 4.The 21st 'Yudh Abhyas' joint military exercise is scheduled to take place in which location? a) Rajasthan, India b) Alaska, USA c) Siberia, Russia d) Tianjin, China Ans: b) Alaska, USA 5.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to attend the SCO Summit in which city on August 28, 2025? a) Moscow b) Beijing c) Tianjin d) Tashkent Ans: c) Tianjin 6.How much funding has the Union Cabinet approved for four new semiconductor projects under the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM)? a) ₹3,500 crore b) ₹4,600 crore c) ₹5,000 crore d) ₹2,800 crore Ans: b) ₹4,600 crore 7.Which states are set to receive the four new semiconductor projects approved by the Union Cabinet? a) Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Gujarat b) Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala c) Odisha, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh d) Maharashtra, Assam, Telangana Ans: c) Odisha, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh 8.What is the name of the national initiative launched by the Union Health Ministry to benchmark and strengthen state drug regulatory systems? a) SWASTH b) SHRESTH c) AROGYA d) NIRBHAY Ans: b) SHRESTH 9.When was the New Income Tax Bill 2025 passed, and when is it set to become effective? a) Passed August 12, 2025; effective April 1, 2025 b) Passed August 12, 2025; effective April 1, 2026 c) Passed September 1, 2025; effective January 1, 2026 d) Passed July 15, 2025; effective April 1, 2026 Ans: b) Passed August 12, 2025; effective April 1, 2026 10.What is the name of the scheme launched by the government to incentivize states to adopt balanced use of chemical fertilizers by granting 50% of the saved fertilizer subsidy? a) PM-Kisan b) PM-PRANAM c) PM-Fasal Bima Yojana d) PM-Gram Sadak Yojana Ans: b) PM-PRANAM 11.What was the historic volume of UPI transactions recorded in India in July 2025? a) 1,500.50 crore b) 1,720.30 crore c) 1,946.79 crore d) 2,100.00 crore Ans: c) 1,946.79 crore 12.India has achieved a significant milestone in Solar PV Manufacturing under which scheme? a) PM-KUSUM Scheme b) National Solar Mission c) Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) scheme d) Green Energy Corridor Scheme Ans: c) Approved List of Models and Manufacturers (ALMM) scheme

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1.What was the repo rate decided by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its latest August 2025 meeting? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 2.Who led the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committ...

1.What was the repo rate decided by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its latest August 2025 meeting? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 2.Who led the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) in its August 2025 meeting? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Urjit Patel c) Sanjay Malhotra d) Raghuram Rajan Ans: c) Sanjay Malhotra 3.What is the RBI's revised downward inflation forecast for FY26? a) 3.7% b) 3.1% c) 4.0% d) 3.5% Ans: b) 3.1% 4.When is the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) cut from 4% to 3% scheduled to commence, as announced by the RBI? a) June 2025 b) August 2025 c) September 6, 2025 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: c) September 6, 2025 5.Who is expected to replace Rajiv Ranjan as a potential new member for the RBI's MPC? a) Indranil Bhattacharyya b) Ajay Seth c) V. Anantha Nageswaran d) T. Rabi Sankar Ans: a) Indranil Bhattacharyya 6.Who is the Chinese Foreign Minister scheduled to visit India on August 18, 2025, for crucial discussions with NSA Ajit Doval? a) Qin Gang b) Wang Yi c) Li Keqiang d) Xi Jinping Ans: b) Wang Yi 7.Which bill, passed by the Lok Sabha, aims to modernize and regulate port operations across the country, replacing the Indian Ports Act, 1908? a) Indian Maritime Bill, 2025 b) Major Port Authorities Bill, 2025 c) Indian Ports Bill, 2025 d) Coastal Regulation Bill, 2025 Ans: c) Indian Ports Bill, 2025 8.What significant reform is proposed by the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (Amendment) Bill, 2025, regarding government dues? a) Government dues will have top priority as secured creditors. b) Government dues will be treated as unsecured creditors. c) Government dues will not have priority as secured creditors. d) Government dues will be entirely waived off during liquidation. Ans: c) Government dues will not have priority as secured creditors. 9.The Supreme Court of India cancelled the bail of which Olympic medallist wrestler in the Chhatrasal Stadium murder case? a) Bajrang Punia b) Yogeshwar Dutt c) Sushil Kumar d) Ravi Kumar Dahiya Ans: c) Sushil Kumar 10.The Supreme Court granted six weeks to which state government to present a comprehensive plan for the restoration of the Kancha Gachibowli forest? a) Andhra Pradesh b) Karnataka c) Telangana d) Kerala Ans: c) Telangana 11.Which regulatory body launched India's first property rating framework for digital connectivity? a) Department of Telecommunications (DoT) b) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) c) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) d) NITI Aayog Ans: b) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) 12.How many new semiconductor projects, valued at Rs 4,594 crore, were approved by the Union Cabinet? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: c) Four 13.Which organization formally approved India's bid to host the 2030 Commonwealth Games? a) Sports Authority of India (SAI) b) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports c) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) d) Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF) Ans: c) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) 14.When was World Organ Donation Day observed, as mentioned in the content? a) August 11th b) August 13th c) August 15th d) August 18th Ans: b) August 13th 15.What percentage of tariffs did the United States impose on Indian exports, reportedly in response to India's purchase of Russian oil? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50%

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August 13, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the approved outlay for the four new semiconductor manufacturing projects in India? a) ₹3,200 crore b) ₹4,600 crore c) ₹5,800 crore d) ₹6,100 crore Ans: b) ₹4,600 crore 2.The four new semiconductor manufacturing pr...

1.What is the approved outlay for the four new semiconductor manufacturing projects in India? a) ₹3,200 crore b) ₹4,600 crore c) ₹5,800 crore d) ₹6,100 crore Ans: b) ₹4,600 crore 2.The four new semiconductor manufacturing projects approved by the Union Cabinet will be established in which three states? a) Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu b) Odisha, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh c) Karnataka, Telangana, Uttar Pradesh d) Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Kerala Ans: b) Odisha, Punjab, Andhra Pradesh 3.What was India's record annual defence production in Fiscal Year 2024-25? a) ₹1.25 lakh crore b) ₹1.38 lakh crore c) ₹1.51 lakh crore d) ₹1.65 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1.51 lakh crore 4.What was the record high value of India's defence exports in FY25? a) ₹18,900 crore b) ₹21,500 crore c) ₹23,622 crore d) ₹25,100 crore Ans: c) ₹23,622 crore 5.What does SHRESTH stand for, as launched by the Union Health Ministry? a) State Health Regulatory Enhancement System for Hospitals b) State Health Regulatory Excellence Index c) Systematic Healthcare Resource Evaluation and Standards Hub d) Strategic Health Regulation and Efficiency Tracking Ans: b) State Health Regulatory Excellence Index 6.Under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY), what is the approved subsidy per 14.2 kg cylinder for beneficiaries? a) ₹200 b) ₹250 c) ₹300 d) ₹350 Ans: c) ₹300 7.The new Income Tax Bill, 2025, passed by Parliament, will replace which existing act? a) Income Tax Act, 1951 b) Income Tax Act, 1961 c) Direct Tax Code, 2010 d) Finance Act, 2018 Ans: b) Income Tax Act, 1961 8.When is the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, slated to come into force? a) January 1, 2026 b) April 1, 2026 c) August 12, 2025 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: b) April 1, 2026 9.Which two significant bills for the sports sector were passed by Parliament on August 12, 2025? a) National Sports Funding Bill and National Sports Promotion Bill b) National Sports Governance Bill and National Anti-Doping Bill c) Indian Sports Infrastructure Bill and Sports Ethics Bill d) National Coaching Standards Bill and Anti-Corruption in Sports Bill Ans: b) National Sports Governance Bill and National Anti-Doping Bill 10.What is Deloitte's projected GDP growth for India in Fiscal Year 2025-26? a) 5.8% to 6.2% b) 6.1% to 6.5% c) 6.4% to 6.7% d) 6.8% to 7.1% Ans: c) 6.4% to 6.7% 11.What was the repo rate decided by the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) during its August 2025 meeting? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 12.India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation reached a 77-month low of what percentage in June 2025? a) 1.8% b) 2.1% c) 2.5% d) 2.9% Ans: b) 2.1% 13.China has eased restrictions on the export of which commodity to India, signaling improved diplomatic relations? a) Steel b) Urea c) Pharmaceuticals d) Textiles Ans: b) Urea 14.Which Indian state initiated India's first drone-based artificial rain trial? a) Maharashtra b) Karnataka c) Rajasthan d) Telangana Ans: c) Rajasthan 15.Which organization from Karnataka won the UNDP Equator Prize 2025 for its work in biodiversity conservation and sustainable farming? a) Swadeshi Krishi Vikas Kendra b) Bibi Fatima Women's Self-Help Group (SHG) c) Green Earth Foundation d) Karnataka Eco-Farmers Association Ans: b) Bibi Fatima Women's Self-Help Group (SHG)

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August 13, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What was India's retail inflation rate recorded in July 2025? a) 4.59% b) 1.55% c) 19.16% d) 1.51% Ans: b) 1.55% 2.What is the total investment approved for the four new semiconductor projects by the Union Cabinet?
1.What was India's retail inflation rate recorded in July 2025? a) 4.59% b) 1.55% c) 19.16% d) 1.51% Ans: b) 1.55% 2.What is the total investment approved for the four new semiconductor projects by the Union Cabinet? a) Rs 1.51 lakh crore b) Rs 19,160 crore c) Rs 4,594 crore d) Rs 1.55 crore Ans: c) Rs 4,594 crore 3.What was India's record high defence production in Fiscal Year 2025, as announced by Union Minister Rajnath Singh? a) Rs 4,594 crore b) Rs 19,160 crore c) Rs 1.51 lakh crore d) Rs 15.1 lakh crore Ans: c) Rs 1.51 lakh crore 4.What was the State Bank of India's (SBI) June quarter profit? a) ₹4,594 crore b) ₹1.51 lakh crore c) ₹19,160 crore d) ₹1.55 crore Ans: c) ₹19,160 crore 5.The new Income Tax Bill, 2025, will replace which existing act? a) Income Tax Act of 1971 b) Income Tax Act of 1961 c) Taxation Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025 d) Companies Act of 2013 Ans: b) Income Tax Act of 1961 6.When is the new Income Tax Bill, 2025, set to become effective? a) April 1, 2025 b) August 21, 2025 c) April 1, 2026 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) April 1, 2026 7.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is anticipated to visit which city in China for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit? a) Beijing b) Shanghai c) Tianjin d) Guangzhou Ans: c) Tianjin 8.Which organization issued a 10-point advisory aimed at prioritizing women in organ transplants? a) AIIMS b) WHO c) NOTTO d) ICMR Ans: c) NOTTO 9.Which anti-drone system has Punjab deployed to combat drug and weapon smuggling? a) Falcon Eye System b) Baaj Akh Anti-Drone System c) Sky Shield System d) Eagle Vision Drone System Ans: b) Baaj Akh Anti-Drone System 10.A new plant species, Heptapleurum assamicum, was discovered in which Indian state? a) Telangana b) Uttarakhand c) Jammu d) Assam Ans: d) Assam 11.In which city did India launch its first Drone-AI Powered Artificial Rain Experiment? a) Hyderabad b) Jaipur c) Delhi d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Jaipur 12.When is the Staff Selection Commission (SSC) Combined Graduate Level Exam (CGLE) now deferred to? a) August 2025 b) October 2025 c) September 2025 d) November 2025 Ans: c) September 2025 13.What was the reason cited for the deferment of the SSC CGLE? a) Lack of sufficient applicants b) Administrative issues within SSC c) Need for rigorous evaluation of the examination platform and operational readiness d) Unforeseen technical glitches Ans: c) Need for rigorous evaluation of the examination platform and operational readiness 14.Which political bloc leaders were detained while attempting to march to the Election Commission? a) NDA b) INDIA c) UPA d) Aam Aadmi Party Ans: b) INDIA 15.The Lok Sabha Speaker has accepted a motion to impeach which Justice? a) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud b) Justice U.U. Lalit c) Justice Yashwant Varma d) Justice N.V. Ramana Ans: c) Justice Yashwant Varma

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August 12, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the total investment approved by the Union Cabinet for the establishment of four new semiconductor assembly and testing facilities across Punjab, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh? a) ₹3,500 crore b) ₹4,600 crore c) ₹5,200 crore d...

1.What is the total investment approved by the Union Cabinet for the establishment of four new semiconductor assembly and testing facilities across Punjab, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh? a) ₹3,500 crore b) ₹4,600 crore c) ₹5,200 crore d) ₹6,000 crore Ans: b) ₹4,600 crore 2.India has recently achieved a major leap in its semiconductor capabilities by manufacturing which size of chips? a) 7nm chips b) 5nm chips c) 3nm chips d) 10nm chips Ans: c) 3nm chips 3.Which of the following global tech giants is NOT mentioned as having signed an MoU with BSNL for training its workforce in 5G, AI/ML, and networking? a) Ericsson b) Qualcomm c) Huawei d) Nokia Ans: c) Huawei 4.India launched its first drone-AI-powered artificial rain experiment in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) Jaipur d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Jaipur 5.On what date are the Indian Navy's two frontline stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri, part of Project 17A, set to be simultaneously commissioned? a) August 15, 2025 b) August 26, 2025 c) September 5, 2025 d) October 2, 2025 Ans: b) August 26, 2025 6.What key reform is proposed by the Uttar Pradesh government's Public Service Commission (Procedure Regulation Amendment) Bill, 2025, to enhance security in UPPSC examinations? a) Mandatory online examinations b) Biometric candidate verification c) Implementation of a four-set paper system d) Video surveillance in all exam halls Ans: c) Implementation of a four-set paper system 7.Which of the following bills was cleared by the Lok Sabha, as per the provided content? a) The National Anti-Doping (Amendment) Bill, 2025 b) The National Sports Governance Bill, 2025 c) The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025 d) The Public Service Commission (Procedure Regulation Amendment) Bill, 2025 Ans: c) The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2025 8.What was India's retail inflation rate in July 2025, marking an eight-year low? a) 2.10% b) 1.55% c) 3.00% d) 0.95% Ans: b) 1.55% 9.What was the combined net profit of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in the first quarter of Fiscal Year 2026? a) ₹38,500 crore b) ₹44,218 crore c) ₹50,100 crore d) ₹40,000 crore Ans: b) ₹44,218 crore 10.The United States imposed a 25% reciprocal tariff on Indian exports primarily in response to which Indian action? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's continued crude oil imports from Russia c) India's stance on intellectual property rights d) India's new agricultural policies Ans: b) India's continued crude oil imports from Russia 11.What is the primary aim of India and China preparing to resume direct flight services as early as next month? a) Boosting tourism b) Improving economic ties c) Enhancing cultural exchange d) Improving political relations Ans: d) Improving political relations 12.World Elephant Day is observed globally on which date? a) August 10 b) August 12 c) August 15 d) August 20 Ans: b) August 12 13.What is the theme for International Youth Day in 2025? a) Youth Building a Better Future b) Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond c) Youth Engagement for Global Action d) Transforming Food Systems: Youth Innovation for Human and Planetary Health Ans: b) Local Youth Actions for the SDGs and Beyond

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August 12, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which of the following bills was passed by the Rajya Sabha, but not the Lok Sabha, according to the provided content? a) Revised Income Tax Bill 2025 b) National Sport Governance Bill, 2025 c) Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025 d) Taxati...

1.Which of the following bills was passed by the Rajya Sabha, but not the Lok Sabha, according to the provided content? a) Revised Income Tax Bill 2025 b) National Sport Governance Bill, 2025 c) Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025 d) Taxation Laws (Amendment) Bill Ans: c) Merchant Shipping Bill, 2025 2.Who among the following was convicted by the Supreme Court in a criminal defamation case lodged by the current Lieutenant Governor of Delhi, Vinai Kumar Saxena? a) Rahul Gandhi b) Medha Patkar c) Asim Munir d) Dr. Jitendra Singh Ans: b) Medha Patkar 3.What significant directive did the Supreme Court issue regarding stray animals in Delhi-NCR localities? a) Implement a vaccination drive for stray dogs b) Permit citizen groups to feed stray dogs c) Remove all stray dogs and house them in shelters d) Ban the adoption of stray dogs Ans: c) Remove all stray dogs and house them in shelters 4.India recently elevated its bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership with which of the following countries? a) Singapore b) Ukraine c) Pakistan d) Philippines Ans: d) Philippines 5.Which country's Army chief, Asim Munir, made a nuclear threat from the US, which was strongly condemned by India? a) China b) Russia c) Pakistan d) North Korea Ans: c) Pakistan 6.Where was India's first Animal Stem Cell Biobank and Animal Stem Cell Laboratory inaugurated? a) Bengaluru b) Delhi c) Hyderabad d) Nagpur Ans: c) Hyderabad 7.Which metro line in Bengaluru was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? a) Green Line b) Blue Line c) Yellow Line d) Purple Line Ans: c) Yellow Line 8.Which financial entity became the first miscellaneous non-banking financial company (NBFC) in India to surpass a business turnover of Rs 1 lakh crore? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) National Housing Bank (NHB) Ans: b) Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) 9.What is the approved budget for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) as per the Union Cabinet's decision? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹6,520 crore c) ₹7,160 crore d) ₹1 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹6,520 crore 10.Until which financial year has the targeted subsidy under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana been continued? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2026-27 d) 2023-24 Ans: b) 2025-26 11.Which digital platform was recently launched by the Ministry of Tourism? a) Digital India Tourism Hub b) Incredible India Digital Platform (IIDP) c) Bharat Paryatan Portal d) Atithi Devo Bhava Platform Ans: b) Incredible India Digital Platform (IIDP) 12.How many Registered Unrecognised Political Parties (RUPPs) did the Election Commission of India (ECI) initiate proceedings to delist? a) 100 b) 250 c) 476 d) 500 Ans: c) 476 13.India and Singapore are set to finalize nearly 10 MoUs covering various sectors. Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a discussion point for potential collaboration? a) Advanced technology b) Connectivity c) Undersea cable for solar energy d) Space exploration Ans: d) Space exploration 14.The Rajya Sabha recently passed a bill to provide reservation to Scheduled Tribes (STs) in the assembly of which Indian state? a) Kerala b) Goa c) Telangana d) Delhi Ans: b) Goa 15.Which new Vande Bharat Express route was flagged off recently, as mentioned in the content? a) Delhi-Jaipur b) Mumbai-Ahmedabad c) Nagpur-Pune d) Chennai-Bengaluru Ans: c) Nagpur-Pune

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August 11, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the total outlay approved by the Union Cabinet for the Multi-disciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MEITE) scheme? a) ₹3800 crore b) ₹4200 crore c) ₹4500 crore d) ₹5000 crore Ans: b) ₹4200 c...

1.What is the total outlay approved by the Union Cabinet for the Multi-disciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MEITE) scheme? a) ₹3800 crore b) ₹4200 crore c) ₹4500 crore d) ₹5000 crore Ans: b) ₹4200 crore 2.Which two states are beneficiaries of the special development package of ₹4250 crore approved by the Union Cabinet? a) Odisha and West Bengal b) Bihar and Jharkhand c) Assam and Tripura d) Manipur and Mizoram Ans: c) Assam and Tripura 3.What is the name of the portal introduced by NITI Aayog aimed at recruiting professionals for various national development projects? a) "Viksit Bharat Abhiyan" portal b) "India Development Connect" portal c) "Work for Viksit Bharat" portal d) "National Talent Pool" portal Ans: c) "Work for Viksit Bharat" portal 4.What was the Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) recorded by the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) in FY25? a) ₹3.2 lakh crore b) ₹4.8 lakh crore c) ₹5.4 lakh crore d) ₹6.1 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹5.4 lakh crore 5.What is the total budget approved for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan SAMPADA Yojana (PMKSY), including the additional allocation? a) ₹4600 crore b) ₹5200 crore c) ₹6520 crore d) ₹7000 crore Ans: c) ₹6520 crore 6.What was India's defence production value in FY 2024–25? a) ₹1.2 lakh crore b) ₹1.35 lakh crore c) ₹1.5 lakh crore d) ₹1.65 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1.5 lakh crore 7.Which two declassified Joint Doctrines were formally released by India's Chief of Defence Staff? a) Air Combat and Naval Operations b) Counter-Terrorism and Border Security c) Cyberspace Operations and Amphibious Operations d) Mountain Warfare and Desert Warfare Ans: c) Cyberspace Operations and Amphibious Operations 8.Which solid rocket motor did Skyroot Aerospace Private Limited (SAPL) successfully conduct the first static test of, for the Vikram-1 Launch Vehicle? a) DHAWAN-1000 b) KALAM-1200 c) SARABHAI-500 d) VIKAS-2000 Ans: b) KALAM-1200 9.The "Cancer Artificial Intelligence & Technology Challenge (CATCH) Grant Program" is a collaboration between IndiaAI and which other entity? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) b) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) c) National Cancer Grid (NCG) d) Department of Health Research (DHR) Ans: c) National Cancer Grid (NCG) 10.Which village is set to become India's first Smart Intelligent Village? a) Satnavri village in rural Nagpur b) Kuldhara village in Rajasthan c) Mawlynnong village in Meghalaya d) Punsari village in Gujarat Ans: a) Satnavri village in rural Nagpur 11.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a monetary penalty of ₹75 lakhs on which bank for breaching regulatory guidelines? a) HDFC Bank Limited b) Axis Bank Limited c) ICICI Bank Limited d) Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited Ans: c) ICICI Bank Limited 12.Which cooperative bank's voluntary merger with Saraswat Cooperative Bank was approved by the RBI, effective August 4, 2025? a) Abhyudaya Cooperative Bank b) New India Cooperative Bank (NICB) c) Shamrao Vithal Co-operative Bank d) Bharat Cooperative Bank Ans: b) New India Cooperative Bank (NICB) 13.Which Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) became the first miscellaneous NBFC in India to cross a ₹1 lakh crore turnover? a) Muthoot Finance b) Bajaj Finance c) Shriram Finance d) Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) Ans: d) Kerala State Financial Enterprises (KSFE) 14.The Delhi Assembly passed the School Fee Regulation Bill 2025, granting veto power in school fee hike decisions to whom? a) School management b) Government officials c) Parents d) Students' unions Ans: c) Parents 15.The "SheLeads II programme", a capacity-building initiative for empowering grassroots women leaders, was inaugurated by which Union Minister? a) Smriti Irani b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Annapurna Devi d) Meenakshi Lekhi Ans: c) Annapurna Devi

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August 11, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What position is India projected to achieve among the world's largest economies, according to the content? a) Second b) Third c) Fourth d) Fifth Ans: b) Third 2.Which metro line was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister N...

1.What position is India projected to achieve among the world's largest economies, according to the content? a) Second b) Third c) Fourth d) Fifth Ans: b) Third 2.Which metro line was recently inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Bengaluru? a) Green Line b) Purple Line c) Yellow Line d) Blue Line Ans: c) Yellow Line 3.What is the estimated cost of the Metro's Phase-3 project for which the foundation stone was laid in Bengaluru? a) Over Rs 10,000 crore b) Over Rs 12,500 crore c) Over Rs 15,610 crore d) Over Rs 18,000 crore Ans: c) Over Rs 15,610 crore 4.Which of the following Vande Bharat Express routes was NOT flagged off by PM Modi as per the content? a) Bengaluru to Belagavi b) Nagpur to Pune c) Mumbai to Ahmedabad d) Shri Mata Vaishno Devi Katra to Amritsar Ans: c) Mumbai to Ahmedabad 5.What is the total tariff imposed by the US on Indian goods after the recent additional tariffs, according to the content? a) 25% b) 35% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: d) 50% 6.When is the Ministry of External Affairs expected to brief a Parliamentary Committee regarding the US tariffs? a) August 8, 2025 b) August 11, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) August 11, 2025 7.What reason is implicitly cited for the US imposing additional tariffs on Indian goods? a) India's trade deficit with the US b) India's continued import of Russian oil c) India's stance on climate change d) India's intellectual property rights policies Ans: b) India's continued import of Russian oil 8.On what date was the Income Tax Bill, 2025, officially withdrawn by the Indian government? a) August 1, 2025 b) August 8, 2025 c) August 11, 2025 d) August 25, 2025 Ans: b) August 8, 2025 9.What is the daily limit set for account balance checks under the new UPI guidelines effective from August 1, 2025? a) 25 times b) 30 times c) 50 times d) 100 times Ans: c) 50 times 10.Where is the significant event under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana scheduled to take place on August 11, 2025? a) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh b) Jaipur, Rajasthan c) Raipur, Chhattisgarh d) Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan Ans: d) Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan 11.Who is the Union Agriculture Minister mentioned in the content, scheduled to oversee the digital disbursement of crop insurance claims? a) Narendra Singh Tomar b) Shivraj Singh Chouhan c) Rajnath Singh d) Piyush Goyal Ans: b) Shivraj Singh Chouhan 12.What is the total amount of crop insurance claims to be digitally disbursed to farmers under PMFBY? a) Over Rs 2,500 crore b) Over Rs 3,000 crore c) Over Rs 3,200 crore d) Over Rs 4,000 crore Ans: c) Over Rs 3,200 crore 13.Which two entities signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen bilateral ties, as mentioned in the content? a) India's MEA and US Department of State b) Nepal's IRGDD and India's ICWA c) Philippines President's Office and India's Ministry of External Affairs d) West Bengal Department of Posts and Nepal's Ministry of Education Ans: b) Nepal's IRGDD and India's ICWA 14.The India-Philippines Strategic Partnership Plan of Action covers which period? a) 2024-2028 b) 2025-2029 c) 2023-2027 d) 2026-2030 Ans: b) 2025-2029 15.The 'Binamrata' initiative, launched by the Department of Posts (West Bengal Circle), aims to revive what art? a) Calligraphy b) Painting c) Handwritten letters d) Stamp collection Ans: c) Handwritten letters

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August 10, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The Union Cabinet approved a budget of ₹6,520 crore for which scheme aimed at boosting the food processing sector and supporting farmers? a) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana b) Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in T...

1.The Union Cabinet approved a budget of ₹6,520 crore for which scheme aimed at boosting the food processing sector and supporting farmers? a) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana b) Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) Scheme c) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) d) Special Development Packages (SDPs) for Assam and Tripura Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) 2.What was the sanctioned amount for the construction of the 4-lane Marakkanam–Puducherry (NH-332A) highway in Tamil Nadu? a) ₹6,520 crore b) ₹2,157 crore c) ₹30,000 crore d) ₹4,250 crore Ans: b) ₹2,157 crore 3.How much compensation was approved by the Union Cabinet for Public Sector Oil Marketing Companies to cover losses incurred on domestic LPG? a) ₹12,000 crore b) ₹2,157 crore c) ₹30,000 crore d) ₹4,200 crore Ans: c) ₹30,000 crore 4.The targeted subsidy for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana received approval for ₹12,000 crore and was extended until which year? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2026-27 d) 2027-28 Ans: b) 2025-26 5.Which two states were beneficiaries of the Special Development Packages (SDPs) under a new central sector scheme, with a total central outlay of ₹4,250 crores? a) Assam and Meghalaya b) Tripura and Mizoram c) Assam and Tripura d) Manipur and Nagaland Ans: c) Assam and Tripura 6.Moldova recently became the 107th member country of which international organization? a) International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) b) International Solar Alliance (ISA) c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Ans: b) International Solar Alliance (ISA) 7.India welcomed the upcoming summit between the United States and Russia, scheduled to take place in which location? a) Geneva b) Vienna c) Alaska d) New Delhi Ans: c) Alaska 8.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Ratna Prof. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Centenary International Conference in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Chennai c) New Delhi d) Hyderabad Ans: c) New Delhi 9.Which Ministry launched the new Incredible India Digital Platform (IIDP)? a) Ministry of Culture b) Ministry of External Affairs c) Ministry of Tourism d) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting Ans: c) Ministry of Tourism 10.Which railway station became the first in the Kashmir Valley to be enabled for goods transport? a) Srinagar Railway Station b) Baramulla Railway Station c) Anantnag Railway Station d) Sopore Railway Station Ans: c) Anantnag Railway Station 11.The Government of India launched a new portal to modernize services under the Notaries Act, 1952. What is the name of this portal? a) LegalEase Portal b) Notary Portal c) JusticeConnect Portal d) DocumentHub Portal Ans: b) Notary Portal 12.Which line of the Bengaluru Metro was recently inaugurated by PM Modi? a) Green Line b) Purple Line c) Yellow Line d) Blue Line Ans: c) Yellow Line 13.From which academic session has CBSE approved the implementation of open-book exams for Class 9? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2026-27 d) 2027-28 Ans: c) 2026-27 14.Which two important days were observed globally on August 9, 2025, according to the provided content? a) World Environment Day and World Ocean Day b) International Day of Yoga and World Health Day c) International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples and World Sanskrit Day d) World Earth Day and International Literacy Day Ans: c) International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples and World Sanskrit Day

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1.What was the primary reason for the Indian government's decision to withdraw the Income Tax Bill, 2025? a) To increase tax rates for corporations. b) To incorporate critical revisions and committee recommendations. c) To align with...

1.What was the primary reason for the Indian government's decision to withdraw the Income Tax Bill, 2025? a) To increase tax rates for corporations. b) To incorporate critical revisions and committee recommendations. c) To align with international tax treaties. d) To delay its implementation indefinitely. Ans: b) To incorporate critical revisions and committee recommendations. 2.What was the Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) achieved by the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) in FY 2024–25? a) ₹5.4 billion b) ₹54 trillion c) ₹5.4 trillion d) ₹540 billion Ans: c) ₹5.4 trillion 3.How many Aadhaar face authentication transactions were recorded in July 2025? a) 1.22 crore b) 19.36 million c) 19.36 crore d) 22 crore Ans: c) 19.36 crore 4.What is the name of Asia's longest freight train, successfully trial-run by Indian Railways, spanning 4.5 km? a) Vande Bharat Express b) Rudrastra c) Super Vasuki d) Freight King Ans: b) Rudrastra 5.What percentage rebate on the base fare is offered by Indian Railways' new experimental Round Trip Package for return journeys? a) 10% b) 15% c) 20% d) 25% Ans: c) 20% 6.In the first six months of 2025, approximately how many deaths occurred on India's national highways? a) Over 2,900 b) Over 29,000 c) Over 290,000 d) Over 290 Ans: b) Over 29,000 7.The Union Cabinet approved the continuation of a specific LPG cylinder subsidy for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) beneficiaries for FY 2025–26. What is the amount of this subsidy? a) ₹200 b) ₹300 c) ₹400 d) ₹500 Ans: b) ₹300 8.The Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme formulated with which international organization? a) International Monetary Fund (IMF) b) Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) World Bank d) United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) Ans: c) World Bank 9.Which ancient Buddhist site has India nominated to UNESCO for the World Heritage List for the 2025-26 cycle? a) Bodh Gaya b) Sanchi c) Nalanda d) Sarnath Ans: d) Sarnath 10.Which bank recently received in-principle approval from the RBI to transition from a Small Finance Bank (SFB) to a Universal Bank? a) Equitas Small Finance Bank b) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank c) AU Small Finance Bank d) Jana Small Finance Bank Ans: c) AU Small Finance Bank 11.The CATCH Grant Program, launched by IndiaAI and the National Cancer Grid (NCG), aims to support innovative AI solutions in which field? a) Agricultural productivity b) Space exploration c) Cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment d) Financial fraud detection Ans: c) Cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment 12.How many registered unrecognised political parties were delisted by the Election Commission of India (ECI) for failing to contest a single election for six years since 2019? a) 134 b) 234 c) 334 d) 434 Ans: c) 334 13.India's Annu Rani recently won a gold medal in which athletic event at the International Wiesław Maniak Memorial? a) Shot Put b) Discus Throw c) Javelin Throw d) Hammer Throw Ans: c) Javelin Throw

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1.What percentage tariff has the United States imposed on Indian goods due to India's continued purchase of Russian oil? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.What was India's record export value in 2024-25, as affirmed...

1.What percentage tariff has the United States imposed on Indian goods due to India's continued purchase of Russian oil? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.What was India's record export value in 2024-25, as affirmed by Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal? a) $500 billion b) $675 billion c) $825 billion d) $1 trillion Ans: c) $825 billion 3.In August, Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) showed a trend of withdrawing how much from Indian equity markets? a) Over ₹5,000 crore b) Over ₹10,000 crore c) Over ₹17,900 crore d) Over ₹20,000 crore Ans: c) Over ₹17,900 crore 4.What Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) did the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) achieve in FY 2024-25? a) ₹3.2 lakh crore b) ₹4.5 lakh crore c) ₹5.4 lakh crore d) ₹6.1 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹5.4 lakh crore 5.Who was the Indian Air Force (IAF) Chief who disclosed that the IAF successfully downed six Pakistan Air Force aircraft during 'Operation Sindoor'? a) Air Marshal R.K. Bhadauria b) Air Marshal V.R. Chaudhari c) Air Marshal A.P. Singh d) Air Marshal B.S. Dhanoa Ans: c) Air Marshal A.P. Singh 6.Who is the current DRDO Chief who underscored 'Operation Sindoor' as a significant declaration of India's self-reliance in the defense sector? a) G. Satheesh Reddy b) Samir Kamat c) S. Christopher d) A.S. Kiran Kumar Ans: b) Samir Kamat 7.When is the free e-tourist visa facility for Filipino nationals, part of bolstering India-Philippines strategic ties, set to begin? a) August 2024 b) January 2025 c) August 2025 d) December 2025 Ans: c) August 2025 8.How many registered unrecognised political parties did the Election Commission of India (ECI) delist that failed to meet electoral participation norms since 2019? a) 150 b) 225 c) 334 d) 400 Ans: c) 334 9.What major milestone in connectivity was achieved with the arrival of the first freight train in the Kashmir Valley? a) Completion of a new railway bridge b) Arrival of the first freight train c) Inauguration of a high-speed rail line d) Launch of a new passenger train service Ans: b) Arrival of the first freight train 10.What is the name and length of Asia's longest freight train, whose trial run was conducted by Indian Railways? a) 'Bharat Express', 3.0 km b) 'Rudrastra', 4.5 km c) 'Mega Cargo', 5.0 km d) 'Freight King', 4.0 km Ans: b) 'Rudrastra', 4.5 km 11.How many Aadhaar Face Authentication transactions were recorded in July 2025, marking a historic high? a) 10.5 crore b) 15.2 crore c) 19.36 crore d) 22.8 crore Ans: c) 19.36 crore 12.Which ancient Buddhist site did India nominate to UNESCO for the 2025-26 cycle? a) Bodh Gaya b) Nalanda c) Sarnath d) Sanchi Ans: c) Sarnath 13.Who secured a gold medal in the women's javelin throw at the International Wiesław Maniak Memorial? a) Neeraj Chopra b) Hima Das c) Annu Rani d) Dutee Chand Ans: c) Annu Rani 14.According to the Numbeo Safety Index 2025, which Indian city was ranked as the safest in India? a) Pune b) Chennai c) Mangalore d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Mangalore 15.Prime Minister Modi paid tributes to the Kakori Heroes on their which anniversary, commemorating the 1925 incident? a) 75th anniversary b) 90th anniversary c) 100th anniversary d) 125th anniversary Ans: c) 100th anniversary

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August 09, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the per LPG cylinder subsidy approved for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) beneficiaries for fiscal year 2025-26? a) ₹200 b) ₹250 c) ₹300 d) ₹350 Ans: c) ₹300 2.What is the approved outlay for the Multidiscipli...

1.What is the per LPG cylinder subsidy approved for Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) beneficiaries for fiscal year 2025-26? a) ₹200 b) ₹250 c) ₹300 d) ₹350 Ans: c) ₹300 2.What is the approved outlay for the Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) Scheme? a) Rs. 3200 Crores b) Rs. 4200 Crores c) Rs. 5200 Crores d) Rs. 6200 Crores Ans: b) Rs. 4200 Crores 3.Which two states were approved to receive Special Development Packages totaling Rs. 4,250 Crore? a) Assam and Nagaland b) Tripura and Mizoram c) Assam and Tripura d) Meghalaya and Arunachal Pradesh Ans: c) Assam and Tripura 4.The government increased the defect liability period for road contractors from 5 years to how many years? a) 7 years b) 8 years c) 9 years d) 10 years Ans: d) 10 years 5.What percentage of ethanol blend is referred to as E20, which is part of India's energy independence strategy? a) 10% b) 15% c) 20% d) 25% Ans: c) 20% 6.What was the approximate annual defence production in India for FY 2024-25? a) Over ₹1 lakh crore b) Over ₹1.5 lakh crore c) Over ₹2 lakh crore d) Over ₹2.5 lakh crore Ans: b) Over ₹1.5 lakh crore 7.Which bank recently made history by becoming the first SFB to receive RBI's nod for Universal Bank Status? a) Equitas Small Finance Bank b) Suryoday Small Finance Bank c) AU Small Finance Bank d) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ans: c) AU Small Finance Bank 8.What is the target for India's space economy by 2030, emphasizing the private sector's role? a) $5 billion b) $7 billion c) $9 billion d) $12 billion Ans: c) $9 billion 9.What is 'Rudrastra', recently trial-run by Indian Railways? a) India's fastest passenger train b) Asia's longest freight train c) A new high-speed rail corridor d) An advanced locomotive engine Ans: b) Asia's longest freight train 10.An India-_______ Free Trade Agreement is likely to be announced soon. a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Oman d) Qatar Ans: c) Oman 11.The SSC CGL 2025 examination, originally scheduled for August 13-30, has been rescheduled to when? a) Last week of August 2025 b) First week of September 2025 c) Second week of September 2025 d) First week of October 2025 Ans: b) First week of September 2025 12.Which of the following is NOT an important day observed on August 9, 2025, according to the content? a) International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples b) World Sanskrit Day c) Raksha Bandhan d) Quit India Movement Day Ans: d) Quit India Movement Day 13.What was the new record set for daily UPI transactions as per the content? a) 507 Million b) 607 Million c) 707 Million d) 807 Million Ans: c) 707 Million 14.India's 3rd Launch Pad in Sriharikota is expected to be operational by which year? a) 2026 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2029 Ans: d) 2029

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1.What is the amount of the compensation package approved by the Union Cabinet for public sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to offset losses from domestic LPG sales? a) ₹4,200 crore b) ₹10,987 crore c) ₹30,000 crore d) ₹25,000 cr...

1.What is the amount of the compensation package approved by the Union Cabinet for public sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) to offset losses from domestic LPG sales? a) ₹4,200 crore b) ₹10,987 crore c) ₹30,000 crore d) ₹25,000 crore Ans: c) ₹30,000 crore 2.When is the revised version of the Income Tax Bill, 2025, planned to be reintroduced after its withdrawal? a) August 11, 2024 b) June 2026 c) August 11, 2025 d) August 29, 2025 Ans: c) August 11, 2025 3.What is the primary objective of the Multidisciplinary Education and Research Improvement in Technical Education (MERITE) scheme? a) To provide financial aid to technical students b) To establish new medical colleges across the country c) To enhance the quality, equity, and governance of technical institutions d) To promote digital literacy in rural areas Ans: c) To enhance the quality, equity, and governance of technical institutions 4.By when is India's BharatGen AI expected to be fully supportive of all 22 Eighth Schedule languages? a) August 29, 2025 b) Q1 FY26 c) June 2026 d) August 11, 2025 Ans: c) June 2026 5.What is the current repo rate maintained by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in its August monetary policy review? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.50% 6.Until when are public comments invited by the RBI for its Internal Working Group report reviewing the Liquidity Management Framework? a) August 11, 2025 b) August 29, 2025 c) June 2026 d) Q1 FY26 Ans: b) August 29, 2025 7.According to the 16th Finance Commission Chairman, Arvind Panagariya, what is the current growth rate of the Indian economy? a) Below 5% b) Around 6% c) Over 7% d) Exactly 7% Ans: c) Over 7% 8.What was the percentage increase in net profit reported by Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) for Q1 FY26? a) 5% b) 10% c) 47% d) 25% Ans: a) 5% 9.What was the additional tariff percentage imposed by US President Donald Trump on Indian imports, bringing the total tariff to 50%? a) 15% b) 20% c) 25% d) 50% Ans: c) 25% 10.What was the primary reason attributed to the US imposing additional tariffs on Indian imports? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's continued purchases of Russian oil c) India's stance on intellectual property rights d) India's refusal to join certain trade blocs Ans: b) India's continued purchases of Russian oil 11.Which two countries signed a protocol to deepen industrial and technological cooperation? a) India and USA b) India and Philippines c) India and Russia d) India and China Ans: c) India and Russia 12.With which country has India elevated its bilateral ties to a Strategic Partnership? a) USA b) Russia c) Philippines d) Japan Ans: c) Philippines 13.What was the Supreme Court's decision regarding Allahabad High Court Justice Prashant Kumar? a) It upheld the bar on him hearing criminal cases. b) It rolled back its order barring him from hearing criminal cases. c) It transferred him to another High Court. d) It initiated an inquiry against him. Ans: b) It rolled back its order barring him from hearing criminal cases. 14.Who was re-appointed as the CEO of KPMG in India for a second term? a) Arvind Panagariya b) Prashant Kumar c) Yezdi Nagporewalla d) Donald Trump Ans: c) Yezdi Nagporewalla 15.India's electronics exports saw a significant surge in Q1 FY26, largely driven by which product shipments? a) Televisions b) Laptops c) Mobile phones d) Washing machines Ans: c) Mobile phones

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August 08, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What did the Supreme Court of India affirm in its ruling regarding Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma? a) The necessity of a judicial review for all misconduct reports b) The legal sanctity of the in-house inquiry procedure ...

1.What did the Supreme Court of India affirm in its ruling regarding Allahabad High Court judge Yashwant Varma? a) The necessity of a judicial review for all misconduct reports b) The legal sanctity of the in-house inquiry procedure c) The right of appeal for judges in misconduct cases d) The need for external oversight in judicial inquiries Ans: b) The legal sanctity of the in-house inquiry procedure 2.What concern did the Supreme Court express regarding the Enforcement Directorate's (ED) operations? a) Its high expenditure on investigations b) Its poor conviction rates in money laundering cases c) Its slow pace in recovering laundered money d) Its lack of coordination with other agencies Ans: b) Its poor conviction rates in money laundering cases 3.How much laundered money did the Enforcement Directorate (ED) recover, as informed by Solicitor General Tushar Mehta? a) Approximately Rs 15,000 crore b) Approximately Rs 23,000 crore c) Approximately Rs 30,000 crore d) Approximately Rs 10,000 crore Ans: b) Approximately Rs 23,000 crore 4.Which Small Finance Bank (SFB) received in-principle approval from the RBI to transition into a Universal Bank? a) Equitas Small Finance Bank b) Suryoday Small Finance Bank c) AU Small Finance Bank d) Ujjivan Small Finance Bank Ans: c) AU Small Finance Bank 5.What was Gautam Adani's projection for India's economic status by 2050? a) A USD 10 trillion economic 'hub' b) A USD 25 trillion economic 'power house' c) The world's largest economy d) A USD 5 trillion economic 'leader' Ans: b) A USD 25 trillion economic 'power house' 6.How did the Finance Ministry describe India's economy? a) A 'recovering' economy with high inflation b) A 'stagnant' economy with low growth c) A 'Goldilocks situation' with moderate growth and low inflation d) A 'volatile' economy with unpredictable trends Ans: c) A 'Goldilocks situation' with moderate growth and low inflation 7.What reason did the US cite for imposing an additional 25% tariff on certain Indian imports? a) India's trade surplus with the US b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil c) India's alleged intellectual property violations d) India's non-compliance with WTO rules Ans: b) India's continued purchase of Russian oil 8.What was the total tariff imposed by the US on certain Indian imports after the additional levy? a) 25% b) 35% c) 50% d) 75% Ans: c) 50% 9.Which two public sector companies signed a strategic MoU to jointly explore and develop critical mineral assets? a) ONGC and Coal India Limited b) GAIL India Limited and Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) c) NTPC and Power Grid Corporation d) SAIL and NMDC Ans: b) GAIL India Limited and Hindustan Copper Limited (HCL) 10.Who was re-appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of KPMG in India for a second term? a) Sanjiv Singh b) Yezdi Nagporewalla c) Arun Kumar d) Puneet Renjen Ans: b) Yezdi Nagporewalla 11.Which IIT launched 'Tutoz', claimed to be India's first AI-powered learning application for competitive exam preparation? a) IIT Delhi b) IIT Bombay c) IIT Palakkad d) IIT Madras Ans: c) IIT Palakkad 12.When is National Handloom Day observed in India? a) August 1 b) August 7 c) August 15 d) August 29 Ans: b) August 7 13.What is the threshold set by the RBI for survivor accounts to claim funds without legal heir proof, provided a survivorship clause or nominees exist? a) Rs 5 lakh b) Rs 10 lakh c) Rs 15 lakh d) Rs 20 lakh Ans: c) Rs 15 lakh 14.Which bill was passed by the Lok Sabha to implement decisions approved by the GST Council? a) The Income-Tax Bill, 2025 b) The Financial Services Regulation Bill, 2025 c) The Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025 d) The Banking Sector Reforms Bill, 2025 Ans: c) The Manipur Goods and Services Tax (Amendment) Bill, 2025 15.A Public Interest Litigation (PIL) was heard by the Supreme Court seeking measures to protect which endangered species? a) Bengal Tiger b) Snow Leopard c) Great Indian Bustard d) One-horned Rhinoceros Ans: c) Great Indian Bustard

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1.What is the new total tariff imposed by the United States on Indian goods, effective August 28? a) 25 percent b) 35 percent c) 50 percent d) 75 percent Ans: c) 50 percent 2.The primary reason cited by the US for imposing a...

1.What is the new total tariff imposed by the United States on Indian goods, effective August 28? a) 25 percent b) 35 percent c) 50 percent d) 75 percent Ans: c) 50 percent 2.The primary reason cited by the US for imposing additional tariffs on Indian goods is India's: a) Growing trade surplus with the US. b) Continued purchase of Russian oil. c) Development of nuclear weapons. d) Alliance with China. Ans: b) Continued purchase of Russian oil. 3.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit which city for the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Summit on August 31? a) Beijing b) Moscow c) Tianjin d) Shanghai Ans: c) Tianjin 4.Prime Minister Modi's upcoming visit to China marks his first visit since which significant event? a) Doklam standoff b) Wuhan informal summit c) 2020 Galwan Valley clashes d) India's entry into SCO Ans: c) 2020 Galwan Valley clashes 5.India's National Security Advisor (NSA) Ajit Doval recently visited which country to discuss bilateral energy and defense cooperation? a) United States b) Russia c) China d) Brazil Ans: b) Russia 6.In Indian-administered Kashmir, authorities banned 25 books, including works by which Booker Prize winner, alleging 'false narratives'? a) Salman Rushdie b) Arundhati Roy c) Kiran Desai d) V.S. Naipaul Ans: b) Arundhati Roy 7.Which new initiative has the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) introduced for competitive exam aspirants? a) Online mock tests portal b) New email notification system for recruitment advertisements c) Free coaching classes d) Reduced application fees Ans: b) New email notification system for recruitment advertisements 8.Which bill was recently passed by the Indian Parliament to modernize maritime trade laws? a) 'Marine Shipping Act, 2024' b) 'Navigational Rights Bill, 2025' c) 'Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025' d) 'Ocean Trade Regulation Act, 2023' Ans: c) 'Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025' 9.What is the name of the portal launched to revolutionize MPLADS Fund Management through real-time tracking? a) eNidhi Portal b) eVikas Portal c) eSAKSHI Portal d) eGram Portal Ans: c) eSAKSHI Portal 10.Prime Minister Modi recently inaugurated 'Kartavya Bhavan' as the first step towards which major government project? a) New Parliament House b) Central Vista's Common Central Secretariat c) National War Memorial d) Prime Minister's Museum Ans: b) Central Vista's Common Central Secretariat 11.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi discussed the impact of unilateral tariffs with the President of which country? a) Russia b) United States c) Brazil d) China Ans: c) Brazil 12.What is the effective date for the additional 25 percent tariff imposed by the US on Indian goods? a) August 25 b) August 28 c) August 31 d) September 1 Ans: b) August 28

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1.What is the escalated tariff percentage imposed by the United States on Indian imports, effective August 7, 2025? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.Which country officially became the 107th member of the Internati...

1.What is the escalated tariff percentage imposed by the United States on Indian imports, effective August 7, 2025? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 100% Ans: b) 50% 2.Which country officially became the 107th member of the International Solar Alliance (ISA)? a) Philippines b) Russia c) Moldova d) Ukraine Ans: c) Moldova 3.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected GDP growth for FY26, as stated in its latest monetary policy statement? a) 5.5% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 4.The Unified Payments Interface (UPI) set a new record by crossing how many daily transactions on August 2, 2025? a) 407 million b) 507 million c) 607 million d) 707 million Ans: d) 707 million 5.Under which initiative has the Union Government approved the establishment of PM Ekta Malls in 27 states? a) 'Make in India' b) 'Startup India' c) 'One District One Product' d) 'Digital India' Ans: c) 'One District One Product' 6.What is the allocated amount for the Strategic Interventions for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) Scheme? a) ₹17,490 crore b) ₹67,000 crore c) ₹7 trillion d) ₹4 crore Ans: a) ₹17,490 crore 7.What was the total amount of GST evasion detected across 91,000 cases between April 2020 and March 2025? a) ₹700 crore b) ₹7000 crore c) ₹70,000 crore d) ₹7 trillion Ans: d) ₹7 trillion 8.Which mission was formally inaugurated by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for planetary exploration? a) Mars Orbiter Mission-2 (MOM-2) b) Gaganyaan Mission c) Himalayan Outpost for Planetary Exploration (HOPE) d) Chandrayaan-4 Ans: c) Himalayan Outpost for Planetary Exploration (HOPE) 9.IIT Palakkad launched 'Tutoz', which is described as India's first what? a) AI-powered learning app b) Quantum computing research center c) Robotics fabrication lab d) Sustainable energy platform Ans: a) AI-powered learning app 10.A new species of rain snake, *Smithophis leptofasciatus*, was discovered in the tropical montane forests of which Indian state? a) Uttarakhand b) Mizoram c) Himachal Pradesh d) Kerala Ans: b) Mizoram 11.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's "Pariksha Pe Charcha" program entered the Guinness World Record for what achievement? a) Most questions answered in a live session b) Maximum number of enrollments and registrations in a month on a public discussion platform c) Longest continuous public address d) Highest number of student attendees from a single school Ans: b) Maximum number of enrollments and registrations in a month on a public discussion platform 12.On which date was the 11th edition of National Handloom Day celebrated, commemorating the Swadeshi movement? a) August 2, 2025 b) August 7, 2025 c) August 15, 2025 d) August 29, 2025 Ans: b) August 7, 2025 13.India and the Philippines have elevated their relationship to what status? a) Economic partnership b) Cultural exchange partnership c) Strategic partnership d) Regional trade alliance Ans: c) Strategic partnership 14.The Indian Army collaborated with IIT Madras to establish 'AgniShodh'. What is 'AgniShodh'? a) A new combat vehicle prototype b) An Indian Army Research Cell c) A joint training academy d) A cybersecurity command center Ans: b) An Indian Army Research Cell 15.Which two organizations launched 'Yashoda AI', an AI Literacy Program for women? a) NITI Aayog and Google India b) Ministry of Women and Child Development and Microsoft c) National Commission for Women (NCW) and Future Shift Labs (FSL) d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and IBM Ans: c) National Commission for Women (NCW) and Future Shift Labs (FSL)

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August 07, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the current repo rate maintained by the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)? a) 5.0% b) 5.5% c) 6.0% d) 6.5% Ans: b) 5.5% 2.What is the GDP growth forecast for fiscal year 2025-26, as retained b...

1.What is the current repo rate maintained by the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC)? a) 5.0% b) 5.5% c) 6.0% d) 6.5% Ans: b) 5.5% 2.What is the GDP growth forecast for fiscal year 2025-26, as retained by the Reserve Bank of India? a) 6.0% b) 6.2% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 3.What is the revised inflation outlook for FY26, according to the RBI? a) 3.1% b) 3.5% c) 4.0% d) 4.5% Ans: a) 3.1% 4.What is the satisfactory range of net Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) for the banking system, as stated by RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra? a) 1.0–1.5% b) 0.5–0.6% c) 2.0–2.5% d) 0.1–0.2% Ans: b) 0.5–0.6% 5.When did the additional 25% tariff imposed by the United States on certain Indian goods become effective? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 7, 2025 c) September 15, 2025 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: b) August 7, 2025 6.India has elevated its bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership with which country? a) Vietnam b) Indonesia c) Philippines d) Thailand Ans: c) Philippines 7.Who is the President of the Philippines who recently visited India, leading to the elevation of bilateral ties? a) Rodrigo Duterte b) Benigno Aquino III c) Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. d) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Ans: c) Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. 8.Which government bodies are already authorized to utilize Aadhaar face authentication for competitive examinations? a) UPSC and State Public Service Commissions b) Staff Selection Commission (SSC) and Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) c) National Testing Agency (NTA) and CBSE d) Ministry of Education and Ministry of Finance Ans: b) Staff Selection Commission (SSC) and Railway Recruitment Board (RRB) 9.What is the Reserve Bank of India's Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) value in 2025? a) 55 b) 60 c) 67 d) 72 Ans: c) 67 10.Which institution rolled out 'Tutoz,' India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered learning application? a) IIT Bombay b) IIT Delhi c) IIT Madras d) IIT Palakkad Ans: d) IIT Palakkad 11.Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and CEO of IndusInd Bank? a) P.B. Balaji b) Rajiv Anand c) Manoj Govil d) Manisha Sinha Ans: b) Rajiv Anand 12.Who is the first Indian CEO of Jaguar Land Rover? a) Rajiv Anand b) P.B. Balaji c) Ajay Kumar Jaiswal d) Sanjay Malhotra Ans: b) P.B. Balaji 13.What is the primary purpose of appointing judicial and technical members to the Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT)? a) To formulate new GST policies b) To expedite the resolution of GST disputes c) To conduct audits of GST compliance d) To provide training to tax professionals Ans: b) To expedite the resolution of GST disputes

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August 06, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.India and the Philippines elevated their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership on which date? a) August 1, 2025 b) August 5, 2025 c) August 6, 2025 d) August 7, 2025 Ans: b) August 5, 2025 2.Which Philippine Pr...

1.India and the Philippines elevated their bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership on which date? a) August 1, 2025 b) August 5, 2025 c) August 6, 2025 d) August 7, 2025 Ans: b) August 5, 2025 2.Which Philippine President visited India to elevate the bilateral relationship to a strategic partnership? a) Rodrigo Duterte b) Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. c) Benigno Aquino III d) Gloria Macapagal Arroyo Ans: b) Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. 3.India extended an invitation to the Philippines to join which specific center as part of their deepened strategic partnership? a) Quad Security Dialogue b) Information Fusion Centre–Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) c) ASEAN Regional Forum d) Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Ans: b) Information Fusion Centre–Indian Ocean Region (IFC-IOR) 4.What is the primary reason cited for the escalation of US-India trade tensions by US President Donald Trump? a) India's stance on intellectual property rights b) India's continued purchases of Russian oil c) India's trade deficit with the US d) India's agricultural subsidies Ans: b) India's continued purchases of Russian oil 5.What is the current repo rate announced by the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee on August 6, 2025? a) 5.0% b) 5.25% c) 5.5% d) 5.75% Ans: c) 5.5% 6.Who is the current Governor of the Reserve Bank of India, as per the provided content? a) Shaktikanta Das b) Urjit Patel c) Sanjay Malhotra d) Raghuram Rajan Ans: c) Sanjay Malhotra 7.What is the Reserve Bank of India's retained GDP growth projection for the financial year 2025-26? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 7.0% d) 7.5% Ans: b) 6.5% 8.On what date did important provisions under the Banking Laws (Amendment) Act, 2025, become effective? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 1, 2025 c) August 5, 2025 d) August 6, 2025 Ans: b) August 1, 2025 9.Where did the devastating cloudburst, causing flash floods and disrupting connectivity to Gangotri Dham, occur on August 5, 2025? a) Rishikesh, Uttarakhand b) Dehradun, Uttarakhand c) Near Uttarkashi's Dharali village, Uttarakhand d) Badrinath, Uttarakhand Ans: c) Near Uttarkashi's Dharali village, Uttarakhand 10.How many fatalities were reported as a result of the cloudburst in Uttarkashi? a) At least 2 b) At least 4 c) At least 6 d) At least 8 Ans: b) At least 4 11.Which National Handloom Day is scheduled to be celebrated on August 7, 2025? a) 9th b) 10th c) 11th d) 12th Ans: c) 11th 12.Where will the main event for the 11th National Handloom Day be held on August 7, 2025? a) Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi b) Pragati Maidan, New Delhi c) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi d) India Gate, New Delhi Ans: c) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi 13.What was the previously projected Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation forecast for FY26 by the RBI, before it was lowered to 3.1%? a) 3.0% b) 3.5% c) 3.7% d) 4.0% Ans: c) 3.7% 14.What was one of the key changes introduced for UPI applications effective from August 1, 2025? a) Mandatory biometric authentication b) New usage limits c) Reduction in transaction fees d) Integration with blockchain technology Ans: b) New usage limits 15.The India-Philippines strategic partnership marks how many years of diplomatic ties between the two nations? a) 50 years b) 60 years c) 75 years d) 100 years Ans: c) 75 years

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August 06, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What percentage of tariffs did US President Donald Trump announce on Indian goods, set to take effect from August 7? a) 10 percent b) 15 percent c) 20 percent d) 25 percent Ans: d) 25 percent 2.India recently elevated its ...

1.What percentage of tariffs did US President Donald Trump announce on Indian goods, set to take effect from August 7? a) 10 percent b) 15 percent c) 20 percent d) 25 percent Ans: d) 25 percent 2.India recently elevated its bilateral relationship to a 'Strategic Partnership' with which country? a) Vietnam b) Philippines c) Indonesia d) Thailand Ans: b) Philippines 3.How many agreements were signed between India and the Philippines during the recent talks, including those in the defense sector? a) 7 b) 10 c) 13 d) 15 Ans: c) 13 4.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a key sector for deepened cooperation between India and the Philippines under their new Strategic Partnership? a) Defense b) Maritime Security c) Healthcare d) Trade Ans: c) Healthcare 5.In which district of Uttarakhand did a devastating cloudburst occur on August 5? a) Chamoli b) Rudraprayag c) Uttarkashi d) Pithoragarh Ans: c) Uttarkashi 6.The flash floods in Uttarkashi's Dharali villages were caused by the overflowing of which river? a) Bhagirathi b) Alaknanda c) Kheer Ganga d) Yamuna Ans: c) Kheer Ganga 7.August 5, 2025, marked the sixth anniversary of the abrogation of Article 370. In which year was Article 370 originally abrogated? a) 2018 b) 2019 c) 2020 d) 2021 Ans: b) 2019 8.Who became India's longest-serving Home Minister, completing 2,258 days in office on August 5? a) Rajnath Singh b) Amit Shah c) P. Chidambaram d) L.K. Advani Ans: b) Amit Shah 9.Union Home Minister Amit Shah surpassed whose record to become India's longest-serving Home Minister? a) Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel b) Govind Ballabh Pant c) L.K. Advani d) Charan Singh Ans: c) L.K. Advani 10.Former Jammu and Kashmir Governor Satya Pal Malik, who recently passed away, was the Governor of J&K during which significant event? a) The signing of the Instrument of Accession b) The Kargil War c) The abrogation of Article 370 d) The formation of the People's Alliance for Gupkar Declaration Ans: c) The abrogation of Article 370 11.India rejected US accusations regarding its purchase of Russian crude oil, citing its energy choices were driven by what primary factor? a) Geopolitical alignment b) Historical ties with Russia c) Market necessity to ensure affordable energy costs d) Strategic reserve building Ans: c) Market necessity to ensure affordable energy costs 12.Beyond defense, maritime security, and trade, India also extended support to the Philippines for a pilot project to establish what? a) A joint naval base b) A Sovereign Data Cloud c) A common currency d) A regional trade bloc Ans: b) A Sovereign Data Cloud 13.Initial reports from the Uttarkashi cloudburst confirmed at least how many fatalities? a) Two b) Four c) Six d) Ten Ans: b) Four 14.What was the general reaction of regional political parties in J&K, such as the National Conference and PDP, on the sixth anniversary of Article 370 abrogation? a) Celebration of peace and progress b) Demands for restoration of statehood and special status c) Calls for fresh elections d) Support for the bifurcation of the state Ans: b) Demands for restoration of statehood and special status

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August 05, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which organization projected India's GDP growth to slow down to 6.2% in FY26, attributing it to 25% tariffs imposed by the USA on Indian exports? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Deloitte India c) Kotak Mahindra Bank d) Ministry o...

1.Which organization projected India's GDP growth to slow down to 6.2% in FY26, attributing it to 25% tariffs imposed by the USA on Indian exports? a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) b) Deloitte India c) Kotak Mahindra Bank d) Ministry of Finance Ans: c) Kotak Mahindra Bank 2.What was the new policy repo rate set by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) after a 100 basis points cut, as mentioned in the content? a) 6.5% b) 5.5% c) 4.5% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 5.5% 3.From what date did significant reforms in banking laws come into effect, according to the provided content? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 1, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) August 4, 2025 Ans: b) August 1, 2025 4.What is the new minimum amount for a 'substantial interest' in banking, as per the recent reforms? a) ₹5 lakh b) ₹50 lakh c) ₹1 crore d) ₹2 crore Ans: d) ₹2 crore 5.Which two co-operative banks merged, effective August 4, 2025, with RBI approval? a) New India Co-operative Bank and Cosmos Co-operative Bank b) Saraswat Co-operative Bank and Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank c) New India Co-operative Bank (NICB) and Saraswat Co-operative Bank d) Shamrao Vithal Co-operative Bank and New India Co-operative Bank Ans: c) New India Co-operative Bank (NICB) and Saraswat Co-operative Bank 6.What was the total GST collection in July, as reported in the content? a) ₹1.96 lakh crore b) ₹1.75 lakh crore c) ₹2.05 lakh crore d) ₹1.50 lakh crore Ans: a) ₹1.96 lakh crore 7.What are the new usage limits for balance checks and account views per day for UPI apps, respectively? a) 25 times/day and 50 times/day b) 50 times/day and 25 times/day c) 100 times/day and 50 times/day d) 50 times/day and 50 times/day Ans: b) 50 times/day and 25 times/day 8.Which head of state visited India from August 4-8, 2025, leading to the signing of a Declaration on the Establishment of a Strategic Partnership? a) President Joe Biden of the USA b) President Emmanuel Macron of France c) President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines d) Prime Minister Fumio Kishida of Japan Ans: c) President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. of the Philippines 9.Which US President announced plans to impose further tariffs on Indian goods and secondary penalties on India's oil purchases from Russia? a) Joe Biden b) Donald Trump c) Barack Obama d) George W. Bush Ans: b) Donald Trump 10.Which state's cabinet approved a new Startup, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Policy 2025? a) Gujarat b) Karnataka c) Maharashtra d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: c) Maharashtra 11.What is the name of the initiative launched by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas to provide hygienic resting facilities for truck drivers along national highways? a) 'Safar Ghar' b) 'Apna Ghar' c) 'Vishram Sthal' d) 'Trucker's Retreat' Ans: b) 'Apna Ghar' 12.Who was appointed as the new Managing Director and CEO of IndusInd Bank for a three-year term, effective August 25, 2025? a) Manisha Sinha b) Binita Thakur c) Rajiv Anand d) Uday Kotak Ans: c) Rajiv Anand 13.Who became India's first U17 world champion in the 110kg weight class of Greco-Roman style at the U17 World Wrestling Championships 2025? a) Bajrang Punia b) Ravi Kumar Dahiya c) Hardeep Singh d) Vinesh Phogat Ans: c) Hardeep Singh 14.When was the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite successfully launched? a) July 25, 2025 b) August 4, 2025 c) July 30, 2025 d) August 1, 2025 Ans: c) July 30, 2025

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August 01, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What percentage of tariffs did US President Donald Trump announce on Indian goods? a) 15% b) 20% c) 25% d) 30% Ans: c) 25% 2.When are the new tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods set to become effective? a) J...

1.What percentage of tariffs did US President Donald Trump announce on Indian goods? a) 15% b) 20% c) 25% d) 30% Ans: c) 25% 2.When are the new tariffs imposed by the US on Indian goods set to become effective? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 1, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) August 1, 2025 3.Economists project a potential reduction of how many basis points in India's GDP growth if the US tariffs persist throughout the fiscal year? a) 10-20 basis points b) 20-40 basis points c) 40-60 basis points d) 5-15 basis points Ans: b) 20-40 basis points 4.The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite was successfully launched on July 31, 2025, from which location? a) Bengaluru b) Thiruvananthapuram c) Sriharikota d) Chennai Ans: c) Sriharikota 5.What is the primary purpose of the collaborative NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite mission? a) To study solar flares and space weather b) To enhance global monitoring of climate change and natural disasters c) To explore exoplanets and distant galaxies d) To facilitate deep-space communication Ans: b) To enhance global monitoring of climate change and natural disasters 6.How many chip-design projects have been sanctioned under the Design Linked Incentive (DLI) Scheme to bolster India's semiconductor capabilities? a) 15 b) 20 c) 23 d) 30 Ans: c) 23 7.Which Indian state launched its Quantum Mission at the Quantum India Bengaluru 2025 summit? a) Telangana b) Maharashtra c) Karnataka d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Karnataka 8.What is the new total allocation for the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY) after the recent increase? a) ₹1,920 crore b) ₹2,000 crore c) ₹6,520 crore d) ₹4,600 crore Ans: c) ₹6,520 crore 9.From which date did new rules for the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) come into effect? a) July 1, 2025 b) July 31, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: c) August 1, 2025 10.How does the World Bank currently classify India, despite its economic progress and decline in poverty rate? a) High-income country b) Upper middle-income country c) Lower middle-income country d) Low-income country Ans: c) Lower middle-income country 11.Who was recently appointed as Director in the Department of Personnel & Training? a) Sindhu B Rupesh b) Manoj Govil c) Alok Ranjan Ghosh d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Alok Ranjan Ghosh 12.The Supreme Court of India recently recalled its May 2 verdict concerning the liquidation of which company? a) Tata Steel b) Reliance Industries c) Bhushan Steel and Power Limited (BSPL) d) Adani Ports Ans: c) Bhushan Steel and Power Limited (BSPL) 13.Who is the Commerce Minister of India mentioned in the context of the US tariffs on Indian goods? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Piyush Goyal c) Subrahmanyam Jaishankar d) Rajnath Singh Ans: b) Piyush Goyal 14.What is Karnataka's ambitious target for its quantum economy by 2035? a) $10 billion b) $15 billion c) $20 billion d) $25 billion Ans: c) $20 billion

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July 31, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) revised economic growth projection for India for both 2025 and 2026? a) 6.2 percent b) 6.3 percent c) 6.4 percent d) 6.5 percent Ans: c) 6.4 percent 2.On what date was the Co...

1.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) revised economic growth projection for India for both 2025 and 2026? a) 6.2 percent b) 6.3 percent c) 6.4 percent d) 6.5 percent Ans: c) 6.4 percent 2.On what date was the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) July 11, 2025 b) July 24, 2025 c) July 29, 2025 d) April 2025 Ans: b) July 24, 2025 3.Who was appointed as the new Director General (DG) of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) in July 2025? a) Anuradha Thakur b) Anant Ambani c) Sanjay Singhal d) None of the above Ans: c) Sanjay Singhal 4.What was the RBI's Digital Payments Index in March 2025? a) 393.22 b) 493.22 c) 593.22 d) 693.22 Ans: b) 493.22 5.On July 11, 2025, what significant change occurred regarding environmental regulations for coal-fired power plants in India? a) New regulations for carbon capture technology were introduced. b) Most coal plants were exempted from installing technology to reduce SO2 emissions. c) Stricter limits were imposed on particulate matter emissions. d) All coal plants were mandated to switch to renewable energy sources. Ans: b) Most coal plants were exempted from installing technology to reduce SO2 emissions. 6.Which organization built the 6th Fast Patrol Vessel, ICGS 'Atal'? a) Cochin Shipyard Limited b) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders c) Goa Shipyard Limited d) Hindustan Shipyard Limited Ans: c) Goa Shipyard Limited 7.How many judges were appointed by the President of India to High Courts on July 29, 2025, and to which High Courts? a) 15 Judges to Delhi, Bombay, and Calcutta High Courts b) 19 Judges to Gauhati, Madhya Pradesh, and Telangana High Courts c) 21 Judges to Karnataka, Madras, and Gujarat High Courts d) 17 Judges to Allahabad, Kerala, and Punjab & Haryana High Courts Ans: b) 19 Judges to Gauhati, Madhya Pradesh, and Telangana High Courts 8.Who was appointed as a Director on the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? a) Sanjay Singhal b) Anant Ambani c) Anuradha Thakur d) The content does not specify Ans: c) Anuradha Thakur 9.Which indigenously developed missile was successfully tested by DRDO from the Odisha coast? a) Agni b) Prithvi c) BrahMos d) Pralay Ans: d) Pralay 10.Where were the 6th India-Fiji Foreign Office Consultations (FOC) held on July 29, 2025? a) New Delhi b) Suva c) Mumbai d) Nadi Ans: b) Suva 11.India established the COP-33 cell with the aim of hosting which future UN Climate Summit? a) 2026 UN Climate Summit b) 2027 UN Climate Summit c) 2028 UN Climate Summit d) 2029 UN Climate Summit Ans: c) 2028 UN Climate Summit 12.What percentage increase in bilateral trade is expected between India and the UK by 2040 due to the CETA agreement? a) 29 percent b) 39 percent c) 49 percent d) 59 percent Ans: b) 39 percent

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July 31, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The NISAR Earth-observing satellite, successfully launched on July 30, 2025, is a collaborative mission between which two space agencies? a) ISRO and ESA b) NASA and Roscosmos c) ISRO and NASA d) JAXA and CNSA Ans: c) ISRO and NASA...

1.The NISAR Earth-observing satellite, successfully launched on July 30, 2025, is a collaborative mission between which two space agencies? a) ISRO and ESA b) NASA and Roscosmos c) ISRO and NASA d) JAXA and CNSA Ans: c) ISRO and NASA 2.Which organization successfully conducted flight tests of the Pralay missile to enhance India's defence capabilities? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) d) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) Ans: b) Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) 3.What is the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) growth forecast for India for both 2025 and 2026? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.4% d) 7.1% Ans: c) 6.4% 4.US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff plus penalty on Indian imports, effective August 1, 2025. What reason was cited for this move? a) India's trade deficit with the US b) Concerns over intellectual property rights c) High Indian tariffs d) India's support for rival economies Ans: c) High Indian tariffs 5.Union Communication Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia launched the Sanchar Mobile App (now "Sanchar Saathi") primarily to combat what? a) Digital illiteracy b) Telecom-related cyber frauds c) Online gaming addiction d) Data privacy breaches Ans: b) Telecom-related cyber frauds 6.What clarification did the Income Tax Department provide regarding the new Income Tax Bill 2025? a) A new tax slab has been introduced. b) All tax exemptions have been removed. c) There are no changes in tax rates. d) Corporate tax rates have been increased. Ans: c) There are no changes in tax rates. 7.India has established a COP-33 cell with the aim of hosting which major international event? a) 2028 G20 Summit b) 2028 UN Climate Summit c) 2028 World Economic Forum d) 2028 BRICS Summit Ans: b) 2028 UN Climate Summit 8.International Tiger Day was observed on July 29, 2025, with what specific theme? a) "Tigers for a Sustainable Future" b) "Protecting Tigers, Protecting Ecosystems" c) "Securing the future of Tigers with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities at the heart" d) "Global Partnership for Tiger Conservation" Ans: c) "Securing the future of Tigers with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities at the heart" 9.Who became the first Indian woman to win the FIDE Chess World Cup and achieve the Grandmaster title? a) Koneru Humpy b) Harika Dronavalli c) Divya Deshmukh d) Tania Sachdev Ans: c) Divya Deshmukh 10.Which two Indian texts were recently included in the UNESCO Memory of the World International Register, celebrated by IGNCA? a) Rig Veda and Upanishads b) Ramayana and Mahabharata c) Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra d) Arthashastra and Manusmriti Ans: c) Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra 11.On what date was the NISAR Earth-observing satellite successfully launched? a) July 29, 2025 b) July 30, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) July 30, 2025 12.In addition to Hindi, the Sanchar Mobile App (Sanchar Saathi) was launched in how many regional languages? a) 10 b) 15 c) 21 d) 22 Ans: c) 21 13.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's five-nation diplomatic tour includes participation in the BRICS Summit in which country? a) South Africa b) Russia c) China d) Brazil Ans: d) Brazil 14.According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), what is India's current position among major economies based on its growth forecast? a) Second fastest-growing b) Third largest economy c) Fastest-growing d) Most stable economy Ans: c) Fastest-growing 15.Which institution is hosting a national symposium to celebrate the inclusion of the Bhagavad Gita and Natyashastra in the UNESCO Memory of the World International Register? a) National Museum, New Delhi b) Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) c) Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) d) Sahitya Akademi Ans: c) Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA)

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July 30, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to the IMF's July 2025 World Economic Outlook Update, what is India's revised growth forecast for FY2025-26 and FY2026-27? a) 6.0% b) 6.2% c) 6.4% d) 6.6% Ans: c) 6.4% 2.Which organization successfully conducted ...

1.According to the IMF's July 2025 World Economic Outlook Update, what is India's revised growth forecast for FY2025-26 and FY2026-27? a) 6.0% b) 6.2% c) 6.4% d) 6.6% Ans: c) 6.4% 2.Which organization successfully conducted two consecutive flight-tests of the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) d) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) Ans: b) Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) 3.From which location were the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile flight-tests conducted? a) Chandipur, Odisha b) Pokhran, Rajasthan c) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha d) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha 4.What is a key advanced capability of the Pralay quasi-ballistic missile? a) Stealth technology for radar evasion b) Ability to alter its trajectory mid-air after covering a certain range c) Intercontinental range with nuclear warhead capability d) Submarine launch capability Ans: b) Ability to alter its trajectory mid-air after covering a certain range 5.The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite is scheduled to launch from which facility? a) Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram b) U R Rao Satellite Centre, Bengaluru c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota d) Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre, Mahendragiri Ans: c) Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota 6.As per the report released on Global Tiger Day 2025, which national park holds the third-highest tiger density in India? a) Ranthambore National Park b) Kaziranga National Park c) Sundarbans National Park d) Kanha National Park Ans: b) Kaziranga National Park 7.What is the approximate total tiger population in India, as per the latest report? a) Exceeding 2,500 b) Exceeding 3,000 c) Exceeding 3,600 d) Exceeding 4,000 Ans: c) Exceeding 3,600 8.Which regions were identified by a new IIT Gandhinagar study as primary hotspots for flash floods across India? a) Eastern Ghats, Deccan Plateau, North-Eastern India b) Himalayas, Western Coast, Central India c) Thar Desert, Gangetic Plains, Southern Plateau d) Coastal Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, West Bengal Ans: b) Himalayas, Western Coast, Central India 9.What is the budget allocated for the National Mission on Edible Oils – Oilseeds (NMEO–Oilseeds) for the period 2024-25 to 2030-31? a) ₹8,500 crore b) ₹9,250 crore c) ₹10,103 crore d) ₹11,500 crore Ans: c) ₹10,103 crore 10.According to the 'State of Food and Nutrition in the World' (SOFI) 2025 report, approximately how many people worldwide were affected by hunger in 2024? a) 550 million b) 600 million c) 720 million d) 800 million Ans: c) 720 million 11.Which region accounted for the largest number of undernourished individuals globally in 2024, as per the SOFI 2025 report? a) Africa b) South America c) Europe d) Asia Ans: d) Asia 12.Why did the India Champions team decline to participate in the World Championship of Legends semifinal against Pakistan? a) Scheduling conflicts with other tournaments b) Injuries to key players c) Stance against engaging in competitive fixtures with their arch-rivals, particularly following the Pahalgam terror attack d) Lack of adequate practice facilities Ans: c) Stance against engaging in competitive fixtures with their arch-rivals, particularly following the Pahalgam terror attack 13.India has received an invitation to join which regional football event next month? a) SAFF Championship b) AFC Asian Cup Qualifiers c) Central Asian Football Association's (CAFA) Nations Cup d) ASEAN Football Federation Championship Ans: c) Central Asian Football Association's (CAFA) Nations Cup 14.When did the deadly Pahalgam attack occur, which claimed the lives of 26 tourists? a) March 2025 b) April 2025 c) May 2025 d) June 2025 Ans: b) April 2025

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July 30, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The indigenously developed Pralay missile was successfully flight tested by which organization? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (...

1.The indigenously developed Pralay missile was successfully flight tested by which organization? a) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) c) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) d) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) Ans: b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) 2.From which location were the flight tests of the Pralay missile conducted? a) Chandipur, Odisha b) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh c) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha d) Pokhran, Rajasthan Ans: c) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha 3.What evidence found at the Pahalgam attack site reportedly linked the perpetrators to Pakistan? a) Pakistani currency notes b) Pakistani military uniforms c) Pakistani voter ID numbers d) Pakistani SIM cards Ans: c) Pakistani voter ID numbers 4.Where was the foundation stone for India's first national cooperative university, Tribhuvan Sahkari University, laid? a) Gandhinagar, Gujarat b) Anand, Gujarat c) Jaipur, Rajasthan d) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh Ans: b) Anand, Gujarat 5.What was the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) Financial Inclusion Index in March 2025? a) 64.2 b) 65.5 c) 67 d) 68.3 Ans: c) 67 6.According to a World Bank report, how much funding will Indian cities require by 2050 to develop climate-resilient infrastructure and services? a) $1.5 trillion b) $2.0 trillion c) $2.4 trillion d) $3.0 trillion Ans: c) $2.4 trillion 7.How many new scientific tools were launched by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) on its 19th Foundation Day? a) 10 b) 12 c) 14 d) 16 Ans: c) 14 8.Which eminent Indian-born economist and author recently passed away at the age of 85? a) Amartya Sen b) Jagdish Bhagwati c) Raghuram Rajan d) Meghnad Desai Ans: d) Meghnad Desai 9.What is the projected annual trade volume between India and the United Kingdom after the formalization of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)? a) Approximately $20 billion b) Approximately $25 billion c) Approximately $30 billion d) Approximately $34 billion Ans: d) Approximately $34 billion 10.For the first time, what significant concession did India permit under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with the UK? a) Duty cuts for UK-origin automotive parts b) Duty cuts for UK-origin agricultural products c) Duty cuts for UK-origin alcoholic beverages d) Duty cuts for UK-origin textile products Ans: c) Duty cuts for UK-origin alcoholic beverages 11.An official from India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) met with ministers in which city, marking India's first direct engagement with Syria following the fall of the Assad regime? a) Aleppo b) Damascus c) Homs d) Latakia Ans: b) Damascus 12.The Indian Navy Chief commenced a four-day visit to which country to strengthen defense and maritime cooperation? a) United States b) Australia c) Japan d) South Korea Ans: c) Japan 13.Which two countries announced their intentions to recognize the Palestinian state at the United Nations in September? a) Germany and Italy b) France and the UK c) Canada and Australia d) Spain and Portugal Ans: b) France and the UK 14.Who made history by becoming the first Indian woman champion in the FIDE Women's World Cup, earning her the prestigious Grandmaster title? a) Koneru Humpy b) Harika Dronavalli c) Divya Deshmukh d) Tania Sachdev Ans: c) Divya Deshmukh 15.Which Indian badminton duo re-entered the Top 10 in the BWF World Rankings? a) Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty c) Prannoy H.S. and Sameer Verma d) B. Sumeeth Reddy and Manu Attri Ans: b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty

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1.India's first hydrogen-powered train coach, the Driving Power Car (DPC), was successfully tested at which location? a) Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala b) Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai c) Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli d) Bh...

1.India's first hydrogen-powered train coach, the Driving Power Car (DPC), was successfully tested at which location? a) Rail Coach Factory, Kapurthala b) Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai c) Modern Coach Factory, Raebareli d) Bharat Earth Movers Limited (BEML), Bengaluru Ans: b) Integral Coach Factory (ICF), Chennai 2.Which airport's new terminal building was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Tamil Nadu? a) Chennai International Airport b) Coimbatore International Airport c) Madurai Airport d) Tuticorin Airport Ans: d) Tuticorin Airport 3.Who was recently appointed as a Director on the Central Board of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Anuradha Thakur c) Shaktikanta Das d) T.V. Somanathan Ans: b) Anuradha Thakur 4.Which new rules were notified by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change to manage sites polluted by hazardous chemicals? a) Hazardous Waste (Management) Rules, 2025 b) Environmental Impact Assessment Rules, 2025 c) Environment Protection (Management of Contaminated Sites) Rules, 2025 d) Pollution Control and Remediation Rules, 2025 Ans: c) Environment Protection (Management of Contaminated Sites) Rules, 2025 5.How many high-risk lakes in the Himalayan region are prioritized under India's national program to monitor and mitigate Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) risks? a) 95 b) 125 c) 195 d) 250 Ans: c) 195 6.What was the name of the security operation under which Suleman Shah, the mastermind behind the Pahalgam terror attack, was eliminated? a) Operation All Out b) Operation Mahadev c) Operation Falcon d) Operation Shanti Ans: b) Operation Mahadev 7.What is the primary purpose of the National Digital Repository (NDR) being created by the Ministry of Labour & Employment? a) To store digital records of unorganized workers' e-SHRAM registrations b) To create a database for national skill development programs c) To digitize and preserve ancient manuscripts d) To manage digital infrastructure for government services Ans: c) To digitize and preserve ancient manuscripts 8.Under India's new Green Steel Procurement Policy, what percentage of public steel purchases will be mandated from low-emission sources? a) 10% b) 15% c) 20% d) 25% Ans: d) 25% 9.What was the value of the Line of Credit (LoC) extended by India to the Maldives during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent visit? a) ₹2,500 crore b) ₹3,750 crore c) ₹4,850 crore d) ₹5,000 crore Ans: c) ₹4,850 crore 10.The joint military exercise 'Ex Bold Kurukshetra 2025' was conducted between India and which other country? a) United States b) France c) Singapore d) Japan Ans: c) Singapore 11.Which country has set up a COP33 Cell under its MoEFCC to prepare for hosting the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP33) in 2028? a) India b) China c) Brazil d) South Africa Ans: a) India 12.The NASA-ISRO NISAR satellite was mounted on which launch vehicle ahead of its launch? a) Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) b) Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) c) Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) d) Falcon 9 Ans: b) Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle (GSLV) 13.Who became the first Indian to win the FIDE Women's World Cup 2025? a) Koneru Humpy b) Harika Dronavalli c) Tania Sachdev d) Divya Deshmukh Ans: d) Divya Deshmukh 14.What was the theme for World Hepatitis Day observed on July 28, 2025? a) Hepatitis Can't Wait b) Hepatitis: Let's Break It Down c) Find the Missing Millions d) Invest in Eliminating Hepatitis Ans: b) Hepatitis: Let's Break It Down 15.International Tiger Day was observed on which date in 2025? a) July 26 b) July 27 c) July 28 d) July 29 Ans: d) July 29

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1.What was India's retail inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in June 2025? a) 4.4% b) 2.1% c) 6.2% d) 11.8% Ans: b) 2.1% 2.According to the Finance Ministry's latest report, what is the projected GDP g...

1.What was India's retail inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in June 2025? a) 4.4% b) 2.1% c) 6.2% d) 11.8% Ans: b) 2.1% 2.According to the Finance Ministry's latest report, what is the projected GDP growth rate for India in FY26? a) 4.4% to 4.8% b) 5.5% to 6.0% c) 6.2% to 6.5% d) 7.0% to 7.5% Ans: c) 6.2% to 6.5% 3.What significant new feature was updated to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) to be allowed starting August? a) International remittances b) Credit lines c) Automated bill payments d) Offline transactions Ans: b) Credit lines 4.What new measure is the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) set to introduce to enhance policyholder protection? a) Mandatory digital insurance policies b) A national insurance database c) Internal Insurance Ombudsman in all insurance companies d) Standardized premium rates Ans: c) Internal Insurance Ombudsman in all insurance companies 5.By what percentage did Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows into India rise in FY25 compared to FY24? a) 11.8% b) 14% c) 20% d) 40% Ans: b) 14% 6.Under which Pay Commission will the July 2025 Dearness Allowance (DA) increase for central government employees be the final hike? a) 6th Pay Commission b) 7th Pay Commission c) 8th Pay Commission d) 9th Pay Commission Ans: b) 7th Pay Commission 7.With which country did India sign a landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) aimed at lowering tariffs and boosting investment? a) United States b) Japan c) United Kingdom d) Australia Ans: c) United Kingdom 8.The 14th edition of the joint military exercise 'Bold Kurukshetra' was conducted between India and which other country? a) France b) United States c) Singapore d) Russia Ans: c) Singapore 9.What was the value of the Line of Credit extended by India to the Maldives to strengthen relations? a) Rs. 1,015 crore b) Rs. 3,200 crore c) Rs. 4,850 crore d) Rs. 2,500 crore Ans: c) Rs. 4,850 crore 10.Who was appointed as a Director on the RBI's Central Board? a) Nitish Kumar b) Divya Deshmukh c) Anuradha Thakur d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: c) Anuradha Thakur 11.Which state will establish India's first Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation? a) Bihar b) Delhi c) Rajasthan d) Tamil Nadu Ans: d) Tamil Nadu 12.Which city was declared the Cleanest City in the Swachh Survekshan 2024–25? a) Jodhpur b) Panaji c) Delhi d) Chennai Ans: b) Panaji 13.Under India's Green Steel Procurement Policy, what percentage of public steel purchases will be mandated from low-emission sources? a) 10% b) 15% c) 25% d) 50% Ans: c) 25% 14.Under which amended act has the National Crisis Management Committee (NCMC) been given statutory backing? a) National Security Act, 2025 b) Disaster Management Act, 2025 c) Public Safety Act, 2025 d) Emergency Response Act, 2025 Ans: b) Disaster Management Act, 2025 15.Who won the FIDE Women's Chess World Cup 2025? a) Anuradha Thakur b) Droupadi Murmu c) Divya Deshmukh d) Nitish Kumar Ans: c) Divya Deshmukh

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1.What was the primary cause of the tragic stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on July 27, 2025? a) Structural collapse of the temple b) Panic triggered by a fallen electric wire c) A major fire outbreak within the premises d) ...

1.What was the primary cause of the tragic stampede at Mansa Devi temple in Haridwar on July 27, 2025? a) Structural collapse of the temple b) Panic triggered by a fallen electric wire c) A major fire outbreak within the premises d) Uncontrolled crowd surge due to a VIP visit Ans: b) Panic triggered by a fallen electric wire 2.Which government body recently introduced new guidelines mandating annual comprehensive third-party cybersecurity audits for all public and private organizations managing digital systems? a) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) b) National Informatics Centre (NIC) c) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Ans: c) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) 3.What is the extended deadline for central government employees to opt for the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS) under the National Pension System (NPS)? a) August 31, 2025 b) September 30, 2025 c) October 31, 2025 d) December 31, 2025 Ans: b) September 30, 2025 4.What significant environmental policy shift was noted regarding coal-fired power plants in India? a) Mandating stricter carbon emission standards for all plants b) Exempting most plants from installing technology to reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions c) Introducing a new tax on coal consumption for power generation d) Phasing out all coal-fired power plants by 2030 Ans: b) Exempting most plants from installing technology to reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions 5.What GDP growth rate has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) projected for India for FY26? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 6.From which date did new financial rules come into effect, making the GSTR-3B form no longer editable after filing? a) January 1, 2025 b) April 1, 2025 c) July 1, 2025 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: c) July 1, 2025 7.When did Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit the United Kingdom for the signing of a landmark UK-India Free Trade Agreement (FTA)? a) July 15-16, 2025 b) July 23-24, 2025 c) August 1-2, 2025 d) September 5-6, 2025 Ans: b) July 23-24, 2025 8.Which of the following was NOT explicitly mentioned as an area covered by the bilateral agreements signed between India and the Maldives? a) Digital payments (UPI integration) b) Debt relief c) Joint military exercises d) Line of Credit Ans: c) Joint military exercises 9.Which organization was designated as a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the U.S. on July 18, 2025? a) Lashkar-e-Taiba b) Jaish-e-Mohammed c) The Resistance Front (TRF) d) Hizbul Mujahideen Ans: c) The Resistance Front (TRF) 10.Who was honored with the GP Birla Memorial Award 2025? a) Anahat Singh b) Dr. V. Narayanan c) The Union Home Secretary d) The current RBI Governor Ans: b) Dr. V. Narayanan 11.What was the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)'s response regarding providing data on beneficiaries under the Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA)? a) They provided detailed data publicly. b) They declined to provide the data. c) They released partial data for specific states. d) They are still compiling the data. Ans: b) They declined to provide the data. 12.When can central government employees and pensioners anticipate the final Dearness Allowance (DA) hike under the 7th Pay Commission? a) Around July 2025 b) Around August 2025 c) Around October 2025 d) Around December 2025 Ans: c) Around October 2025 13.India has emerged as the world's fourth-largest economy in 2025 and is projected to become the third-largest by which year? a) 2026 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2028 14.Which country announced its formal recognition of Palestine as a state at the United Nations General Assembly in September? a) Germany b) United Kingdom c) France d) Spain Ans: c) France 15.In which sport did Anahat Singh secure India's first World Junior medal (bronze) in 15 years? a) Badminton b) Table Tennis c) Squash d) Tennis Ans: c) Squash

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July 28, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.India signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with which country on July 27, 2025? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Australia d) European Union Ans: b) United Kingdom 2.Which Indian minister state...

1.India signed the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) with which country on July 27, 2025? a) United States b) United Kingdom c) Australia d) European Union Ans: b) United Kingdom 2.Which Indian minister stated that the CETA agreement with the UK signifies India's growing global standing? a) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman b) External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar c) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal d) Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal 3.Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited which country on July 27, 2025, to strengthen bilateral ties and commence FTA negotiations? a) Sri Lanka b) Nepal c) Bangladesh d) Maldives Ans: d) Maldives 4.What was India's Consumer Price Inflation (CPI) in June 2025, as per the RBI bulletin? a) 4.00% b) 2.10% c) 3.50% d) 1.80% Ans: b) 2.10% 5.The CPI level of 2.10% in June 2025 marked the lowest level since which month and year? a) January 2020 b) December 2018 c) January 2019 d) March 2021 Ans: c) January 2019 6.Which policy, unveiled recently by the Union Home and Cooperation Minister, aims to revitalize India's cooperative movement? a) National Rural Development Policy – 2025 b) National Cooperative Policy – 2025 c) National Tribal Empowerment Policy – 2025 d) National Economic Growth Policy – 2025 Ans: b) National Cooperative Policy – 2025 7.Which state's electoral rolls are undergoing a Special Intensive Revision (SIR) according to the Election Commission of India? a) Uttar Pradesh b) West Bengal c) Bihar d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Bihar 8.Which Indian astronaut's return from the International Space Station (ISS) was lauded by PM Modi in his 'Mann Ki Baat' broadcast? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 9.The NISAR satellite, a collaboration between NASA and ISRO, is scheduled for launch on which date? a) July 27, 2025 b) August 15, 2025 c) July 30, 2025 d) September 5, 2025 Ans: c) July 30, 2025 10.A tragic stampede occurred at which temple in Haridwar, Uttarakhand, on July 27, 2025? a) Kedarnath Temple b) Badrinath Temple c) Mansa Devi temple d) Har Ki Pauri Ans: c) Mansa Devi temple 11.What is observed globally on July 28, 2025? a) World Environment Day b) World Hepatitis Day c) International Yoga Day d) World Population Day Ans: b) World Hepatitis Day 12.Defence Minister Rajnath Singh highlighted the critical role of which two factors in driving India's economic growth? a) Digitalization and foreign investment b) Infrastructure and seamless logistics management c) Agricultural productivity and rural development d) Export promotion and trade agreements Ans: b) Infrastructure and seamless logistics management 13.For how many consecutive months has India's Consumer Price Inflation (CPI) remained below 4% as of June 2025? a) Three b) Four c) Five d) Six Ans: c) Five

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1.When were the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the "India-UK Vision 2035" signed? a) July 24, 2025 b) June 15, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) May 10, 2025 Ans: a) July 24, 2025 2.What is the target set for doubling bilat...

1.When were the India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and the "India-UK Vision 2035" signed? a) July 24, 2025 b) June 15, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) May 10, 2025 Ans: a) July 24, 2025 2.What is the target set for doubling bilateral trade between India and the UK by 2030, as per the new FTA? a) $50 billion b) $75 billion c) $112 billion d) $150 billion Ans: c) $112 billion 3.Which of the following is NOT one of the five pillars outlined in the "India-UK Vision 2035"? a) Growth b) Security c) Defence d) Education Ans: b) Security 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Maldives, reinforcing bilateral ties, took place on which dates in 2025? a) July 1-2, 2025 b) July 10-11, 2025 c) July 25-26, 2025 d) August 5-6, 2025 Ans: c) July 25-26, 2025 5.Who was the Maldivian President who expressed gratitude for India's "pivotal" economic assistance during PM Modi's visit? a) Ibrahim Mohamed Solih b) Mohamed Muizzu c) Abdulla Yameen d) Maumoon Abdul Gayoom Ans: b) Mohamed Muizzu 6.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected real GDP growth for India for Fiscal Year 2025-26? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.2% Ans: c) 6.5% 7.What was the near-record high touched by MCX August futures for gold per 10 grams in July 2025? a) ₹95,200 b) ₹100,555 c) ₹105,100 d) ₹110,000 Ans: b) ₹100,555 8.From which date did new financial rules, including tightened GST return filing and mandatory Aadhaar for new PAN cards, come into effect? a) April 1, 2025 b) June 1, 2025 c) July 1, 2025 d) October 1, 2025 Ans: c) July 1, 2025 9.Exercise Bold Kurukshetra 2025 is set to advance defence cooperation between India and which other country? a) United States b) Japan c) Singapore d) France Ans: c) Singapore 10.Which anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas was commemorated on July 26, 2025? a) 25th b) 26th c) 27th d) 28th Ans: b) 26th 11.How many Members of Parliament were honored with Sansad Ratna Awards 2025 for their exemplary performance? a) 12 b) 15 c) 17 d) 20 Ans: c) 17 12.Which Indian app received the WSIS Champion Award 2025 in Geneva, Switzerland? a) MyGov App b) UMANG App c) My Panchayat App d) DigiLocker App Ans: c) My Panchayat App 13.Where was the Green Hydrogen Summit 2025 held? a) New Delhi b) Bengaluru c) Amravati d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Amravati 14.Which ISRO project, launching from Sriharikota, is expected to enhance international collaborations in space technology? a) Chandrayaan-4 b) Gaganyaan c) NISAR d) Aditya-L2 Ans: c) NISAR 15.President's Rule was extended for another six months in which Indian state, as mentioned in the content? a) Jammu & Kashmir b) Punjab c) Manipur d) West Bengal Ans: c) Manipur

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1.What is the alternative name for the India-U.K. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed on July 25, 2025? a) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) b) Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) c) Bilateral Trade and ...

1.What is the alternative name for the India-U.K. Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed on July 25, 2025? a) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) b) Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) c) Bilateral Trade and Investment Agreement (BTIA) d) Global Economic Cooperation Agreement (GECA) Ans: b) Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) 2.On what date was the India-U.K. Free Trade Agreement officially signed? a) July 26, 2025 b) July 25, 2025 c) July 15, 2025 d) August 1, 2025 Ans: b) July 25, 2025 3.What percentage of India's exports to the United Kingdom will be duty-free under the newly signed FTA? a) 90% b) 95% c) 99% d) 100% Ans: c) 99% 4.Which British Prime Minister was present during the signing of the India-U.K. FTA? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Liz Truss Ans: c) Keir Starmer 5.When did Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit the Maldives, marking a crucial diplomatic turnaround? a) July 25, 2025 b) July 26, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) July 20, 2025 Ans: b) July 26, 2025 6.What was the amount of the Line of Credit extended by India to Maldives for infrastructure development during PM Modi's visit? a) ₹3,850 crore b) ₹4,000 crore c) ₹4,850 crore d) ₹5,000 crore Ans: c) ₹4,850 crore 7.By what percentage did India reduce Maldives' annual debt repayment burden during PM Modi's visit? a) 25% b) 30% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: c) 40% 8.Which Indian digital payment systems were integrated with Maldives during PM Modi's recent visit? a) BHIM and PhonePe b) UPI and RuPay c) PayTM and Google Pay d) NetBanking and Debit Cards Ans: b) UPI and RuPay 9.On what date did the Supreme Court of India issue sweeping guidelines on student mental health? a) July 25, 2025 b) July 26, 2025 c) July 20, 2025 d) August 1, 2025 Ans: b) July 26, 2025 10.The Supreme Court's mandated uniform mental health policy is applicable to which of the following educational settings? a) Only universities and colleges b) Only schools and coaching centers c) All schools, colleges, universities, hostels, and coaching centers d) Only government-funded educational institutions Ans: c) All schools, colleges, universities, hostels, and coaching centers 11.Which anniversary of Kargil Vijay Diwas was commemorated on July 26, 2025? a) 25th b) 26th c) 27th d) 28th Ans: b) 26th 12.As of July 2025, the Atal Pension Yojana (APY) crossed what major milestone in total gross enrollments? a) Over 5 crore b) Over 6 crore c) Over 7 crore d) Over 8 crore Ans: d) Over 8 crore 13.How many Members of Parliament were honored with the Sansad Ratna Awards 2025? a) 10 b) 12 c) 15 d) 17 Ans: d) 17 14.Who was appointed as the first woman Vice-Chancellor of Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)? a) Dr. Suman Sharma b) Prof. Uma Kanjilal c) Dr. Ritu Singh d) Prof. Meena Devi Ans: b) Prof. Uma Kanjilal 15.Who was appointed as the Chairman of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)? a) Piyush Goyal b) Ajay Seth c) Shaktikanta Das d) T.V. Somanathan Ans: b) Ajay Seth

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1.The India-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was formally signed on July 24, 2025, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and which British Prime Minister? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Theresa May Ans: c) Keir...

1.The India-United Kingdom Free Trade Agreement (FTA) was formally signed on July 24, 2025, by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and which British Prime Minister? a) Rishi Sunak b) Boris Johnson c) Keir Starmer d) Theresa May Ans: c) Keir Starmer 2.What is the projected annual increase in bilateral trade between India and the UK due to the recently signed Free Trade Agreement? a) $20 billion b) $34 billion c) $45 billion d) $50 billion Ans: b) $34 billion 3.India achieved its target of 20% ethanol blending in petrol in 2025. How many years ahead of the initial deadline was this achievement made? a) 2 years b) 3 years c) 4 years d) 5 years Ans: d) 5 years 4.What was the total foreign exchange saving attributed to India's achievement of 20% ethanol blending in petrol? a) ₹0.5 lakh crore b) ₹1.0 lakh crore c) ₹1.36 lakh crore d) ₹2.0 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1.36 lakh crore 5.On July 25, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi became India's second-longest serving Prime Minister. Whose record did he surpass? a) Jawaharlal Nehru b) Indira Gandhi c) Manmohan Singh d) Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ans: b) Indira Gandhi 6.The Union Ministry of Cooperation unveiled the National Cooperation Policy – 2025. What is the intended guiding framework period for this policy? a) 2025 to 2030 b) 2025 to 2035 c) 2025 to 2040 d) 2025 to 2045 Ans: d) 2025 to 2045 7.The Labour Ministry announced the rollout of the PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY). What is the total outlay for this employment-linked incentive scheme? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹75,000 crore c) ₹99,446 crore d) ₹1,20,000 crore Ans: c) ₹99,446 crore 8.When is the PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana (PM-VBRY) scheduled to roll out? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 1, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) August 1, 2025 9.Which ministry introduced the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, in the Lok Sabha? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Ministry of Finance c) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports d) Ministry of Law and Justice Ans: c) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports 10.A key objective of the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, is to bring all recognized sports bodies under which act? a) Companies Act b) Right to Information Act c) Sports Development Act d) Prevention of Corruption Act Ans: b) Right to Information Act 11.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected GDP growth for India for FY 2025-26? a) 5.8% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 12.What was India's historic achievement in green transportation mentioned in the content? a) Launch of the first electric bus fleet b) Successful test of the first Hydrogen-Powered Train Coach c) Inauguration of the largest solar-powered airport d) Development of the first biofuel-powered commercial aircraft Ans: b) Successful test of the first Hydrogen-Powered Train Coach 13.In the Henley Passport Index 2025, India marked its biggest-ever jump. From which position did it improve to its new position? a) From 90th to 80th b) From 85th to 77th c) From 80th to 70th d) From 75th to 65th Ans: b) From 85th to 77th 14.What was India's retail inflation rate in June 2025, as stated in the content? a) 3.5% b) 2.8% c) 2.1% d) 1.5% Ans: c) 2.1% 15.PM Modi is noted as the first non-Congress Prime Minister to achieve which specific milestone mentioned in the text? a) To serve for more than 4,000 days b) To sign a major FTA with the UK c) To serve two full terms d) To oversee a hydrogen-powered train test Ans: c) To serve two full terms

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July 26, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What percentage of tariff lines for Indian exports to the UK will receive zero-duty access under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) 75% b) 90% c) 99% d) 100% Ans: c...

1.What percentage of tariff lines for Indian exports to the UK will receive zero-duty access under the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) 75% b) 90% c) 99% d) 100% Ans: c) 99% 2.What is the name of the strategic blueprint for enhanced cooperation across various sectors endorsed by India and the United Kingdom? a) India-UK Trade & Technology Pact b) India–UK Vision 2035 c) Indo-British Economic Corridor d) UK-India Strategic Partnership Agreement Ans: b) India–UK Vision 2035 3.What was the amount of the Line of Credit announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the Maldives during his visit on July 25, 2025? a) $450 million b) $565 million c) $600 million d) $720 million Ans: b) $565 million 4.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to the Maldives on July 25, 2025, underscores which key Indian foreign policy? a) Act East Policy b) Look West Policy c) Neighbourhood First Policy d) Indo-Pacific Strategy Ans: c) Neighbourhood First Policy 5.When did India successfully achieve its 20% ethanol blending target in petrol, according to the provided content? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2025 6.India achieved its target of 50% non-fossil fuel electricity capacity by 2030 how many years ahead of schedule? a) Two years b) Three years c) Four years d) Five years Ans: d) Five years 7.The National Cooperative Policy 2025 aims to triple the cooperative sector's share in India's GDP by which year? a) 2030 b) 2032 c) 2034 d) 2035 Ans: c) 2034 8.How many Day Care Cancer Centres (DCCCs) were approved for establishment across the country for the financial year 2025-26? a) Around 100 b) Over 150 c) Over 200 d) Exactly 250 Ans: c) Over 200 9.What was India's Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) for 2025, as announced by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)? a) 64.2% b) 65.5% c) 67% d) 68.3% Ans: c) 67% 10.Who did Prime Minister Narendra Modi surpass on July 25, 2025, to become India's second-longest serving Prime Minister? a) Jawaharlal Nehru b) Atal Bihari Vajpayee c) Manmohan Singh d) Indira Gandhi Ans: d) Indira Gandhi 11.What is India's new position in the Henley Passport Index 2025, reflecting enhanced global mobility? a) 85th b) 80th c) 77th d) 70th Ans: c) 77th 12.How many years has the Skill India Mission successfully completed as mentioned in the content? a) 5 Years b) 7 Years c) 10 Years d) 12 Years Ans: c) 10 Years 13.Indian ports have significantly improved efficiency by reducing ship turnaround time from 4 days to how many days? a) Less than 1 day b) 1.5 days c) 2 days d) 3 days Ans: a) Less than 1 day 14.The National Cooperative Policy 2025 aims to ensure active participation of how many members? a) 10 crore b) 25 crore c) 50 crore d) 75 crore Ans: c) 50 crore

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July 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is a key feature of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed between India and the United Kingdom regarding Indian exports? a) It mandates a 50% tariff reduction on all goods. b) It provides zero-duty acces...

1.What is a key feature of the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) signed between India and the United Kingdom regarding Indian exports? a) It mandates a 50% tariff reduction on all goods. b) It provides zero-duty access on 99% tariff lines for Indian exports to the UK. c) It focuses solely on agricultural products. d) It limits Indian exports to the UK to specific sectors only. Ans: b) It provides zero-duty access on 99% tariff lines for Indian exports to the UK. 2.Which specific provision in the India-UK FTA is expected to benefit Indian tech professionals working in the UK by exempting them from paying into Britain's National Insurance system? a) Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) b) Double Contribution Convention (DCC) c) Technology Transfer Agreement (TTA) d) Skilled Worker Visa Scheme (SWVS) Ans: b) Double Contribution Convention (DCC) 3.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's recent five-nation diplomatic tour includes participation in which major international summit in Brazil? a) G20 Summit b) ASEAN Summit c) BRICS Summit d) SCO Summit Ans: c) BRICS Summit 4.The construction of the Motuo Hydropower Station by China has raised geopolitical and environmental concerns in India and Bangladesh. On which river is this station being constructed? a) Yangtze River b) Mekong River c) Yarlung Tsangpo River (Brahmaputra) d) Indus River Ans: c) Yarlung Tsangpo River (Brahmaputra) 5.Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah unveiled the National Cooperative Policy – 2025. What is the ambitious target for the cooperative sector's share in GDP under this policy by 2034? a) To double its share b) To triple its share c) To increase its share by 50% d) To maintain its current share Ans: b) To triple its share 6.What is the Central government's current stance regarding the removal of the words 'socialism' and 'secularism' from the Preamble of the Constitution? a) It is actively pursuing their removal. b) It has no current plans to remove them. c) It is considering a public referendum on the issue. d) It has already initiated the process of removal. Ans: b) It has no current plans to remove them. 7.To curb the misuse of certain drugs, the Delhi government has mandated the installation of CCTV cameras at all pharmacies by the end of July for monitoring the sale of which categories of drugs? a) Schedule A and B drugs b) Schedule C and D drugs c) Schedule E and F drugs d) Schedule H, H1, and X drugs Ans: d) Schedule H, H1, and X drugs 8.How many Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms were recently banned by the government citing 'obscene', 'vulgar', and 'pornographic' content? a) 10 b) 15 c) 20 d) 25 Ans: d) 25 9.Who recently resigned from the post of Vice President of India, citing health reasons? a) Ram Nath Kovind b) Jagdeep Dhankhar c) M. Venkaiah Naidu d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: b) Jagdeep Dhankhar 10.According to a recent RBI report, for how many consecutive months has India's headline CPI inflation remained below 4% as of June? a) Three months b) Four months c) Five months d) Six months Ans: c) Five months 11.Both the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and Crisil have slightly lowered India's FY26 GDP growth forecast to what percentage? a) 7.0% b) 6.8% c) 6.5% d) 6.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 12.What was the Gross Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) percentage of Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in March 2025, after a significant decline from March 2021? a) 9.11% b) 5.45% c) 2.58% d) 1.89% Ans: c) 2.58% 13.Which Indian bank was recently recognized as the 'World's Best Consumer Bank 2025' by Global Finance magazine? a) HDFC Bank b) ICICI Bank c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) Axis Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 14.According to the ISRO Chairman's unveiled plans, by which year does India aim to have its own space station? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: b) 2035 15.India and NASA are set to launch the NISAR satellite on July 30. What does NISAR stand for? a) National Indian Satellite for Atmospheric Research b) NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar c) New Indian Space and Aerospace Research d) Nanosatellite for International Space Applications and Remote sensing Ans: b) NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar

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July 25, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When was the landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) formally signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) June 24, 2025 b) July 24, 2025 c) August 24, 2025 d) July 11, 2025 Ans: b) July 24, 2025 2.What is the projected tar...

1.When was the landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) formally signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) June 24, 2025 b) July 24, 2025 c) August 24, 2025 d) July 11, 2025 Ans: b) July 24, 2025 2.What is the projected target year for doubling bilateral trade between India and the UK, as per the recently signed FTA? a) By 2028 b) By 2030 c) By 2035 d) By 2027 Ans: b) By 2030 3.The 'India-UK Vision 2035' document primarily aims to achieve which of the following? a) To establish a joint military command by 2035 b) To double bilateral trade to £50 billion by 2035 c) To infuse greater ambition and momentum into their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership over the next decade d) To achieve Net Zero emissions together by 2035 Ans: c) To infuse greater ambition and momentum into their Comprehensive Strategic Partnership over the next decade 4.What real GDP growth rate has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) projected for India for FY 2025-26? a) 6.0% b) 6.2% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 5.What was India's retail inflation rate in June 2025, as mentioned in the provided content? a) 2.5% b) 2.1% c) 3.0% d) 1.8% Ans: b) 2.1% 6.Which event marked the successful completion of 10 years of the Skill India Mission? a) Skill India Summit 2025 b) Bharat SkillNxt 2025 c) India Skill Conclave d) National Skill Development Conference Ans: b) Bharat SkillNxt 2025 7.As per the new financial rules effective from July 1, 2025, what has been made mandatory for new PAN cards? a) Biometric verification b) Linkage with bank account c) Aadhaar d) Digital signature Ans: c) Aadhaar 8.Under the discussions for the Income Tax Bill, 2025, what is the proposed income tax exemption limit under the new regime? a) Up to Rs. 10 lakhs b) Up to Rs. 12 lakhs c) Up to Rs. 15 lakhs d) Up to Rs. 8 lakhs Ans: b) Up to Rs. 12 lakhs 9.Where was the 435 MW Gorbea Solar Project inaugurated in July 2025? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Madhya Pradesh d) Rajasthan Ans: d) Rajasthan 10.What significant environmental policy regarding coal-fired power plants was reversed by the Indian government on July 11, 2025? a) Mandating renewable energy integration b) Exempting most plants from installing technology to reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions c) Imposing stricter carbon emission targets d) Banning new coal-fired power plant construction Ans: b) Exempting most plants from installing technology to reduce sulphur dioxide (SO2) emissions 11.In July 2025, the International Court of Justice (ICJ) issued an advisory opinion declaring what regarding government actions and climate change? a) States must contribute to a global climate fund. b) Government actions causing climate change are illegal. c) Developed nations are solely responsible for climate change. d) Climate change is not within the ICJ's jurisdiction. Ans: b) Government actions causing climate change are illegal. 12.What was the value of the RBI's Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) for FY25? a) 64.2 b) 65.5 c) 67 d) 68.1 Ans: c) 67 13.The India-UK Vision 2035 includes a Defence Industrial Roadmap focusing on which key aspects? a) Joint military exercises and intelligence sharing b) Co-design, co-development, and co-production of defence products c) Sale of advanced weaponry to each other d) Establishing joint military bases Ans: b) Co-design, co-development, and co-production of defence products 14.What was the HSBC Flash India Composite PMI Output Index in July, indicating accelerated business activity? a) 58.4 b) 60.7 c) 61.5 d) 59.2 Ans: b) 60.7

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July 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.When was the landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) officially signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) July 24, 2024 b) July 24, 2025 c) August 15, 2025 d) September 1, 2024 Ans: b) July 24, 2025 2.What is the signifi...

1.When was the landmark Free Trade Agreement (FTA) officially signed between India and the United Kingdom? a) July 24, 2024 b) July 24, 2025 c) August 15, 2025 d) September 1, 2024 Ans: b) July 24, 2025 2.What is the significance of the recently signed Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the UK? a) It is the first bilateral trade deal between the two nations. b) It is considered the largest bilateral trade deal for both nations since Brexit. c) It primarily focuses on agricultural trade. d) It was signed during the UK Prime Minister's visit to India. Ans: b) It is considered the largest bilateral trade deal for both nations since Brexit. 3.The National Sports Governance Bill, 2025, was introduced in which part of the Indian Parliament? a) Rajya Sabha b) Lok Sabha c) Joint Session d) Parliamentary Committee Ans: b) Lok Sabha 4.What is the primary objective of the National Sports Governance Bill, 2025? a) To promote specific sports disciplines. b) To establish new sports academies. c) To ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in National Sports Federations (NSFs). d) To provide financial aid to athletes. Ans: c) To ensure transparency, fairness, and accountability in National Sports Federations (NSFs). 5.Who recently resigned from the position of Vice-President of India? a) M. Venkaiah Naidu b) Jagdeep Dhankhar c) Hamid Ansari d) Ram Nath Kovind Ans: b) Jagdeep Dhankhar 6.Which global investment firm received RBI approval to acquire a significant stake in IDFC First Bank? a) Blackstone b) KKR c) Warburg Pincus d) Carlyle Group Ans: c) Warburg Pincus 7.What was the Financial Inclusion Index for FY2025, as per the provided information? a) 64.2% b) 65.5% c) 67% d) 70% Ans: c) 67% 8.Which organization named the State Bank of India (SBI) as the World's Best Consumer Bank for 2025? a) Forbes Magazine b) The Economist c) Global Finance Magazine d) Bloomberg Ans: c) Global Finance Magazine 9.From which country did the Indian Army receive its first batch of Apache AH-64E helicopters? a) Russia b) France c) United States d) Israel Ans: c) United States 10.By when is the Indian Air Force set to retire its last Russian-made MiG-21 Bison fighter jets? a) December 2024 b) March 2025 c) September 2025 d) January 2026 Ans: c) September 2025 11.After how many years did India resume tourist visas for Chinese nationals? a) Three years b) Four years c) Five years d) Six years Ans: c) Five years 12.How many cases involving alleged fraud against homebuyers did the Supreme Court permit the CBI to file? a) 15 b) 20 c) 22 d) 25 Ans: c) 22 13.When was Income Tax Day observed in India, commemorating the introduction of income tax in 1860? a) July 20, 2025 b) July 22, 2025 c) July 24, 2025 d) July 26, 2025 Ans: c) July 24, 2025 14.Which Indian state launched the country's first mining tourism project? a) Odisha b) Chhattisgarh c) Jharkhand d) West Bengal Ans: c) Jharkhand

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July 24, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The Election Commission of India (ECI) has commenced the process for holding the Vice-Presidential election. The electoral college for this election comprises: a) Members of the Lok Sabha only. b) Members of the Rajya Sabha only. c...

1.The Election Commission of India (ECI) has commenced the process for holding the Vice-Presidential election. The electoral college for this election comprises: a) Members of the Lok Sabha only. b) Members of the Rajya Sabha only. c) Members of Parliament from both Houses. d) Members of Parliament and State Legislative Assemblies. Ans: c) Members of Parliament from both Houses. 2.Which state has become the first in India where each polling station now serves fewer than 1,200 voters, facilitated by the addition of 12,817 new polling stations? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Bihar c) West Bengal d) Madhya Pradesh Ans: b) Bihar 3.The National Cooperative Policy 2025 aims to establish how many new multi-purpose Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) by 2026? a) 1 lakh b) 2 lakh c) 5 lakh d) 10 lakh Ans: b) 2 lakh 4.The upcoming National Sports Governance Bill 2025 seeks to enhance transparency and streamline regulatory oversight in Indian sports bodies, including which prominent organization mentioned in the text? a) Indian Olympic Association (IOA) b) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) c) All India Football Federation (AIFF) d) Hockey India Ans: b) Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) 5.From which country has the Indian Army received the first batch of three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters? a) Russia b) France c) United States d) Israel Ans: c) United States 6.The anticipated India-UK Free Trade Agreement (FTA) is expected to provide India with a zero-tariff deal on what percentage of its tariff lines? a) 75% b) 90% c) 99% d) 100% Ans: c) 99% 7.India will resume issuing tourist visas for Chinese nationals after a suspension period of how many years? a) Two years b) Three years c) Five years d) Seven years Ans: c) Five years 8.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) recently revised India's GDP growth projection for the current financial year to what percentage? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 6.7% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 6.5% 9.Which Indian state has recently permitted ethanol production from food grains? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Punjab c) Maharashtra d) Gujarat Ans: c) Maharashtra 10.India's first fully indigenous 50-kw geothermal power plant is set to be established in which state? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Uttarakhand c) Arunachal Pradesh d) Sikkim Ans: c) Arunachal Pradesh 11.The NISAR satellite, set to be launched by India and NASA, is designed to monitor which of the following? a) Solar flares and space weather b) Earth's land, ice, and natural disasters c) Deep space objects and exoplanets d) Atmospheric composition and pollution levels Ans: b) Earth's land, ice, and natural disasters 12.Which international body recently declared a clean and sustainable environment as a human right? a) United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) b) United Nations Human Rights Council (UNHRC) c) United Nations' top court d) International Court of Justice (ICJ) Ans: c) United Nations' top court 13.India has set an ambitious target of achieving what nuclear power capacity by 2047? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 150 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 14.As per the provided content, why did Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar resign? a) To contest another election b) Due to health reasons c) To take up a new government role d) Due to political disagreements Ans: b) Due to health reasons

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July 23, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised India's growth forecast for Fiscal Year 2026 downwards to 6.5%. What was the earlier forecast from which this adjustment was made? a) 6.2% b) 6.7% c) 7.0% d) 6.0% Ans: b) 6.7% 2...

1.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised India's growth forecast for Fiscal Year 2026 downwards to 6.5%. What was the earlier forecast from which this adjustment was made? a) 6.2% b) 6.7% c) 7.0% d) 6.0% Ans: b) 6.7% 2.According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecast for July 2025, what percentage of the Long Period Average (LPA) is the monsoon rainfall expected to exceed? a) 98% b) 100% c) 103% d) 106% Ans: d) 106% 3.Effective July 1, 2025, Indian Railways introduced a marginal fare hike. What is the increase in ticket prices per kilometer for AC classes? a) ₹0.01 per km b) ₹0.02 per km c) ₹0.05 per km d) ₹0.10 per km Ans: b) ₹0.02 per km 4.Over the last nine years, Public Sector Banks have collectively written off loans amounting to more than: a) ₹5 Lakh Crore b) ₹8 Lakh Crore c) ₹10 Lakh Crore d) ₹12 Lakh Crore Ans: d) ₹12 Lakh Crore 5.India's first domestically produced semiconductor chip is expected to be unveiled in 2025. How many semiconductor plants are currently under construction across the country? a) Three b) Four c) Six d) Eight Ans: c) Six 6.India has set an ambitious target to achieve 100 GW nuclear power capacity by which year? a) 2030 b) 2033 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 7.Which two missiles were successfully tested by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) from Odisha? a) BrahMos and Akash b) Prithvi II and Agni I c) Nag and Trishul d) Shaurya and K-15 Sagarika Ans: b) Prithvi II and Agni I 8.What is the name of India's lightest wheelchair, launched by IIT Madras? a) YD-One b) Mobility-Lite c) EZ-Roll d) FlexiWheel Ans: a) YD-One 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit the Maldives (July 25-26) to discuss which specific partnership? a) Strategic Defence Alliance b) Regional Security Initiative c) Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership d) Blue Economy Cooperation Ans: c) Comprehensive Economic and Maritime Security Partnership 10.At a United Nations Security Council (UNSC) meeting, India asserted that nations fomenting cross-border terrorism must face a "serious cost." Which country presided over this UNSC meeting? a) China b) Russia c) Pakistan d) United States Ans: c) Pakistan 11.Who recently resigned from the post of Vice President of India, citing health reasons? a) M. Venkaiah Naidu b) Jagdeep Dhankhar c) Ram Nath Kovind d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: b) Jagdeep Dhankhar 12.The Union Government is set to introduce the National Sports Governance Bill 2025. Which of the following is NOT an aim of this bill according to the content? a) Reform sports bodies b) Promote athlete-centric policies c) Ensure financial autonomy for athletes d) Ensure transparency in sports bodies' functioning Ans: c) Ensure financial autonomy for athletes 13.Which of the following cities was NOT recognized among the new clean cities in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Ahmedabad b) Bhopal c) Lucknow d) Indore Ans: d) Indore 14.Who became the first Indian to win the 'Oscar for Magicians' at FISM 2025? a) P.C. Sorcar Jr. b) Gopinath Muthukad c) Suhani Shah d) K. Lal Ans: c) Suhani Shah 15.Which application received the WSIS Champion Award 2025 for Digital Governance? a) MyGov App b) Meri Panchayat App c) DigiLocker App d) UMANG App Ans: b) Meri Panchayat App

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July 23, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Who tendered his resignation as India's Vice President on July 22, 2025, citing health reasons? a) Narendra Modi b) Droupadi Murmu c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Sir Keir Starmer Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar 2.To which country did Pri...

1.Who tendered his resignation as India's Vice President on July 22, 2025, citing health reasons? a) Narendra Modi b) Droupadi Murmu c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Sir Keir Starmer Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar 2.To which country did Prime Minister Narendra Modi undertake an official visit from July 23-24, 2025, at the invitation of Sir Keir Starmer? a) United States b) France c) United Kingdom d) Germany Ans: c) United Kingdom 3.What is India's projected growth rate for FY 2025-26, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) report mentioned in the content? a) 5.0-5.5% b) 6.3-6.8% c) 7.0-7.5% d) 5.8-6.2% Ans: b) 6.3-6.8% 4.How many transactions does India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) process monthly, as highlighted by the IMF report? a) Over 10 billion b) Over 12 billion c) Over 15 billion d) Over 18 billion Ans: d) Over 18 billion 5.What was the oversubscription rate for State Bank of India's (SBI) Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) of ₹25,000 crore? a) 2.5 times b) 3.0 times c) 4.5 times d) 5.0 times Ans: c) 4.5 times 6.What is the name of the landmark agricultural initiative approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of Rs. 24,000 crores over six years? a) Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana b) Prime Minister Fasal Bima Yojana c) Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) d) Kisan Samman Nidhi Ans: c) Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) 7.Which international award did the 'Meri Panchayat' App receive for its innovative approach to grassroots digital governance? a) UNESCO Digital Innovation Award b) WSIS Prizes 2025 Champion Award c) UN Public Service Award d) World Summit on Information Society Excellence Award Ans: b) WSIS Prizes 2025 Champion Award 8.Which satellite, a joint project by NASA and ISRO, is scheduled for launch on July 30, 2025, from Sriharikota? a) Chandrayaan-4 b) Gaganyaan-2 c) NISAR satellite d) Aditya-L2 Ans: c) NISAR satellite 9.By what year does the ISRO Chief aim to establish a space station? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: b) 2035 10.Which of the following missiles were successfully tested at high altitude or in Odisha, as per the content? a) BrahMos and Pinaka b) Akash Prime, Prithvi-II, and Agni-I c) Nag and Helina d) Shaurya and K-4 Ans: b) Akash Prime, Prithvi-II, and Agni-I 11.When is World Brain Day observed, as mentioned in the content? a) July 20th b) July 21st c) July 22nd d) July 23rd Ans: c) July 22nd 12.Where did the Tamil Nadu government approve a Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation? a) Mudumalai Tiger Reserve b) Kalakkad Mundanthurai Tiger Reserve c) Anamalai Tiger Reserve d) Sathyamangalam Tiger Reserve Ans: c) Anamalai Tiger Reserve 13.What was the percentage growth in India's electronics exports in the first quarter (April-June) of the current fiscal year? a) 35% b) 40% c) 47% d) 52% Ans: c) 47% 14.Prime Minister Modi will be the 'Guest of Honour' at the celebrations of the 60th anniversary of Maldivian Independence. On what dates will his State Visit to the Maldives take place? a) July 23-24, 2025 b) July 25-26, 2025 c) July 27-28, 2025 d) July 29-30, 2025 Ans: b) July 25-26, 2025

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1.Who resigned as Vice President of India on July 22, 2025, citing health reasons? a) M. Hamid Ansari b) Venkaiah Naidu c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Ram Nath Kovind Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar 2.When is National Flag Day observed in ...

1.Who resigned as Vice President of India on July 22, 2025, citing health reasons? a) M. Hamid Ansari b) Venkaiah Naidu c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Ram Nath Kovind Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar 2.When is National Flag Day observed in India, commemorating the adoption of the Tiranga? a) July 20 b) July 21 c) July 22 d) July 23 Ans: c) July 22 3.India's GDP recently crossed which significant milestone in nominal terms, making it the world's fourth-largest economy? a) $3 trillion b) $4 trillion c) $5 trillion d) $6 trillion Ans: b) $4 trillion 4.Who is set to unveil the National Cooperative Policy 2025 on July 24? a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi b) Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman c) Union Home Minister Amit Shah d) Minister of Agriculture Narendra Singh Tomar Ans: c) Union Home Minister Amit Shah 5.Which of the following is NOT a new initiative launched by the NSDC under the Skill India Mission, as per the provided content? a) IndiaSkills 2025-26 Operational Guidelines b) SOAR (Skilling for AI Readiness) c) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana d) Both a and b are new initiatives Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana 6.ISRO has outlined ambitious plans for a space station by which year? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2040 d) 2045 Ans: b) 2035 7.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit which two nations on his upcoming tour mentioned in the content? a) USA and France b) Japan and Australia c) United Kingdom and Maldives d) Germany and UAE Ans: c) United Kingdom and Maldives 8.When did Indian Railways implement a marginal fare hike, the first since 2020? a) July 1, 2024 b) July 1, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) September 1, 2025 Ans: b) July 1, 2025 9.Which payments bank was recently added to the RBI's Second Schedule? a) Paytm Payments Bank b) Jio Payments Bank c) NSDL Payments Bank d) Airtel Payments Bank Ans: c) NSDL Payments Bank 10.Which Indian state is actively positioning itself as India's Quantum Hub, with investments in a Quantum Research Park at IISc? a) Maharashtra b) Tamil Nadu c) Karnataka d) Telangana Ans: c) Karnataka 11.The 'Meri Panchayat App' received which prestigious award for Digital Governance? a) National e-Governance Award b) Digital India Award c) WSIS Champion Award 2025 d) UN Public Service Award Ans: c) WSIS Champion Award 2025 12.How many Judicial Officers, including Shri Vinod Kumar, were appointed as Judges of the Delhi High Court on July 22, 2025? a) One b) Two c) Three d) Four Ans: c) Three 13.India is on track to become a $5 trillion economy by which year, with projections of annual growth exceeding seven percent? a) 2028 b) 2030 c) 2032 d) 2035 Ans: b) 2030 14.What anniversary of its Foundation Day did NABARD celebrate on July 22? a) 40th b) 42nd c) 44th d) 45th Ans: c) 44th 15.Which cryptocurrency platform recently reported a cyberattack resulting in a loss of approximately ₹380 crore? a) WazirX b) CoinSwitch Kuber c) CoinDCX d) Binance Ans: c) CoinDCX

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July 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What were the key issues raised by Opposition members leading to repeated adjournments during the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament? a) Concerns over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) implementation and agricultural reforms. ...

1.What were the key issues raised by Opposition members leading to repeated adjournments during the Monsoon Session of the Indian Parliament? a) Concerns over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) implementation and agricultural reforms. b) The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) for electoral rolls in Bihar, the Pahalgam terror attack, and 'Operation Sindoor'. c) Debates on the Uniform Civil Code (UCC) and the Women's Reservation Bill. d) Protests against rising fuel prices and unemployment rates. Ans: b) The Special Intensive Revision (SIR) for electoral rolls in Bihar, the Pahalgam terror attack, and 'Operation Sindoor'. 2.Who recently resigned from the post of Vice-President of India, citing "medical advice" as the reason? a) M. Venkaiah Naidu b) Jagdeep Dhankhar c) Hamid Ansari d) Ram Nath Kovind Ans: b) Jagdeep Dhankhar 3.A motion seeking the removal of Justice Yashwant Varma was submitted by over 200 Members of Parliament in connection with which specific case? a) A land allocation scam b) A 'cash-at-home case' c) A contempt of court proceeding d) An electoral malpractice accusation Ans: b) A 'cash-at-home case' 4.According to Morgan Stanley's forecast, what is India's projected real GDP growth for 2025? a) 6.5% b) 5.9% c) 7.2% d) 4.8% Ans: b) 5.9% 5.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) anticipated GDP growth for FY 2025-26? a) 5.9% b) 6.0% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 6.What were the consumer price inflation and food inflation rates in India in May 2025, respectively? a) 3.5% and 1.5% b) 2.1% and 0.99% c) 4.0% and 2.5% d) 1.8% and 0.5% Ans: b) 2.1% and 0.99% 7.After cutting interest rates by 100 basis points since February 2025, what is the current policy rate maintained by the RBI? a) 6.0% b) 5.0% c) 5.5% d) 6.25% Ans: c) 5.5% 8.Which group of countries is India set to implement a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with, coming into force from October 1, 2025, with a $100 billion investment commitment? a) ASEAN countries b) European Union (EU) c) EFTA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland) d) SAARC nations Ans: c) EFTA countries (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland) 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to embark on a two-nation tour to which countries from July 23 to 26, 2025? a) United States and Japan b) Russia and Germany c) United Kingdom and Maldives d) France and UAE Ans: c) United Kingdom and Maldives 10.What was the record percentage of abstentions in India's voting pattern at the United Nations in 2025, reflecting its evolving strategic autonomy? a) 30% b) 50% c) 44% d) 25% Ans: c) 44% 11.According to a new World Bank report, what percentage of new jobs are Indian cities projected to generate by 2030? a) 50% b) 60% c) 70% d) 80% Ans: c) 70% 12.Approximately how much money did Indian cryptocurrency exchange CoinDCX lose due to a cyberattack from one of its internal accounts? a) $20 million b) $44 million c) $60 million d) $100 million Ans: b) $44 million 13.What was India's global rank at the International Mathematical Olympiad 2025, and how many gold medals did it secure? a) 5th rank, 2 gold medals b) 7th rank, 3 gold medals c) 10th rank, 1 gold medal d) 3rd rank, 4 gold medals Ans: b) 7th rank, 3 gold medals 14.Former Kerala Chief Minister V.S. Achuthanandan, who recently passed away, was a veteran leader of which political party? a) Indian National Congress b) Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)) c) Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) d) Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK) Ans: b) Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M))

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July 22, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Who recently resigned as the Vice President of India on Monday, July 21, 2025? a) Ram Nath Kovind b) M. Venkaiah Naidu c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar 2.What was the primary reason cited by V...

1.Who recently resigned as the Vice President of India on Monday, July 21, 2025? a) Ram Nath Kovind b) M. Venkaiah Naidu c) Jagdeep Dhankhar d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: c) Jagdeep Dhankhar 2.What was the primary reason cited by Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar for his resignation on July 21, 2025? a) Personal reasons b) Health reasons c) Political differences d) Retirement Ans: b) Health reasons 3.Which significant parliamentary event coincided with the resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar on July 21, 2025? a) Budget Session of Parliament b) Winter Session of Parliament c) Monsoon Session of Parliament d) Special Session of Parliament Ans: c) Monsoon Session of Parliament 4.What was the name of the prominent issue that caused significant uproar and disruptions during the Monsoon Session of Parliament? a) Operation Lotus b) Operation Sindoor c) Operation Red Rose d) Operation Black Swan Ans: b) Operation Sindoor 5.AdFalciVax, an indigenous, genetically engineered, multistage malaria vaccine, is being developed by which Indian organization? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) b) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) d) National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) Ans: c) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) 6.What specific malaria parasite does the AdFalciVax vaccine target? a) Plasmodium vivax b) Plasmodium ovale c) Plasmodium malariae d) Plasmodium falciparum Ans: d) Plasmodium falciparum 7.According to the Dun & Bradstreet (D&B) Global Business Investment Confidence Index, India recorded the highest year-on-year confidence growth in which quarter of 2025? a) First quarter b) Second quarter c) Third quarter d) Fourth quarter Ans: c) Third quarter 8.What was India's impressive year-on-year confidence growth percentage in the third quarter of 2025, as per D&B? a) 10.2% b) 11.5% c) 12.6% d) 13.0% Ans: c) 12.6% 9.Which High Court recently acquitted all 12 accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case? a) Delhi High Court b) Madras High Court c) Bombay High Court d) Calcutta High Court Ans: c) Bombay High Court 10.The Bombay High Court acquitted the accused in the 2006 Mumbai train blasts case primarily because: a) New evidence emerged proving their innocence. b) The prosecution 'utterly failed' to prove the case. c) The accused confessed to the crime under duress. d) The statute of limitations had expired. Ans: b) The prosecution 'utterly failed' to prove the case. 11.The Supreme Court is set to hear a presidential reference concerning its advisory jurisdiction on bills under which Article of the Constitution? a) Article 124 b) Article 131 c) Article 143 d) Article 148 Ans: c) Article 143 12.How many new judges were recently sworn in at the Delhi High Court, increasing its strength to 40? a) Four b) Five c) Six d) Seven Ans: c) Six 13.Which major river is China constructing a massive hydropower dam on, near the Indian border, raising concerns among downstream countries? a) Indus River b) Ganges River c) Brahmaputra River d) Mekong River Ans: c) Brahmaputra River 14.The Enforcement Directorate (ED) recently summoned Google and Meta for questioning over alleged promotion of what? a) Illegal streaming services b) Online betting applications c) Pyramid schemes d) Cryptocurrency scams Ans: b) Online betting applications 15.The National Standards for Civil Service Training Institutes 2.0 (NSCSTI 2.0) were launched by which Union Minister? a) Amit Shah b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Dr. Jitendra Singh d) S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Dr. Jitendra Singh

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July 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the full form of the recently launched agricultural reform initiative PMDDKY? a) Pradhan Mantri Deendayal Krishi Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana c) Pradhan Mantri Deshbandhu Krishi Yojana d) Pradhan Mant...

1.What is the full form of the recently launched agricultural reform initiative PMDDKY? a) Pradhan Mantri Deendayal Krishi Yojana b) Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana c) Pradhan Mantri Deshbandhu Krishi Yojana d) Pradhan Mantri Dharti Dhanya Krishi Yojana Ans: b) Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana 2.How many existing programs does the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) consolidate? a) 11 b) 24 c) 36 d) 1.7 crore Ans: c) 36 3.What is the annual outlay for the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)? a) ₹11,000 crore b) ₹1.7 crore c) ₹24,000 crore d) ₹7,200 crore Ans: c) ₹24,000 crore 4.The National Standards for Civil Service Training Institutes (NSCSTI) 2.0 was developed by which organization? a) Department of Legal Affairs b) Ministry of Agriculture c) Capacity Building Commission (CBC) d) IRDAI Ans: c) Capacity Building Commission (CBC) 5.Where was the Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh inaugurated? a) Coimbatore b) Motihari, Bihar c) Mumbai d) Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi Ans: d) Shastri Bhawan, New Delhi 6.The IRDAI established new panels to investigate regulatory breaches, particularly addressing concerns over mis-selling through which channel? a) Digital platforms b) Bancassurance c) Direct sales d) Brokerage firms Ans: b) Bancassurance 7.What was the cumulative export growth percentage for India during the April–June 2025 quarter? a) 1.7% b) 5.94% c) 7.20% d) 24.00% Ans: b) 5.94% 8.When is the Free Trade Agreement (FTA) between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA) set to be implemented? a) July 23rd b) May 6th c) October 1st d) January 1st Ans: c) October 1st 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated infrastructure projects worth ₹7,200 crore in which city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Motihari, Bihar d) Coimbatore Ans: c) Motihari, Bihar 10.The Supreme Court of India recently emphasized the necessity of prior environmental clearances for what? a) Agricultural reforms b) Civil service training c) Project work d) Bilateral trade pacts Ans: c) Project work 11.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to undertake a two-nation tour to which countries from July 23 to July 26? a) United States and Japan b) United Kingdom and Maldives c) France and Germany d) Russia and China Ans: b) United Kingdom and Maldives 12.India successfully performed its first inter-hospital liver swap surgery in which city? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Coimbatore d) Chennai Ans: c) Coimbatore 13.The first campus of the Indian Institute of Creative Technology (IICT) was inaugurated in which city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Coimbatore d) Motihari Ans: b) Mumbai 14.The Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) consolidates programs from how many ministries? a) 6 b) 11 c) 24 d) 36 Ans: b) 11 15.What is the primary aim of the National Standards for Civil Service Training Institutes (NSCSTI) 2.0? a) To promote climate-resilient farming b) To enhance wellness for women in the workplace c) To standardize and enhance the quality of civil service training d) To investigate regulatory breaches by insurers Ans: c) To standardize and enhance the quality of civil service training

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July 21, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.What is the annual outlay for the newly launched PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana? a) ₹12,000 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹36,000 crore d) ₹48,000 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 2.How many existing central government agricultural ...

1.What is the annual outlay for the newly launched PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana? a) ₹12,000 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹36,000 crore d) ₹48,000 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 2.How many existing central government agricultural schemes are merged into the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana? a) 18 b) 24 c) 36 d) 42 Ans: c) 36 3.Which institution topped the Universities Category and the Research Institutions Category for the ninth and fourth consecutive years respectively in the NIRF 2024 Rankings? a) IIT Madras b) IIM Ahmedabad c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru d) AIIMS, New Delhi Ans: c) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru 4.What new addition has been made to the ranking methodology in the NIRF 2024 Rankings? a) Assessment of international collaborations b) Introduction of negative scores for retracted papers c) Evaluation of startup ecosystem support d) Inclusion of vocational training institutes Ans: b) Introduction of negative scores for retracted papers 5.Where was the Akash Prime missile successfully test-fired by the Indian Army? a) Rajasthan b) Odisha c) Ladakh d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Ladakh 6.What is a key feature of the Akash Prime missile mentioned in the content? a) It is a surface-to-ship missile. b) It is equipped with an active RF seeker. c) It has an operational range of 100-150 km. d) It is designed for submarine warfare. Ans: b) It is equipped with an active RF seeker. 7.What is the name of the new lichen species discovered in the Western Ghats by Indian researchers? a) Allographa indica b) Allographa effusosoredica c) Graphis occidentalis d) Lichenus ghatensis Ans: b) Allographa effusosoredica 8.Which institute was involved in the discovery of the new lichen species in the Western Ghats? a) National Centre for Biological Sciences b) MACS-Agharkar Research Institute, Pune c) Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru d) Botanical Survey of India Ans: b) MACS-Agharkar Research Institute, Pune 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated infrastructure projects worth ₹7,200 crore in which city of Bihar? a) Patna b) Gaya c) Motihari d) Bhagalpur Ans: c) Motihari 10.What is the primary aim of the Khelo Bharat Niti 2025? a) To promote traditional Indian sports only. b) To transform India into a global sporting powerhouse by 2047. c) To host the Olympics in 2030. d) To focus solely on rural sports development. Ans: b) To transform India into a global sporting powerhouse by 2047. 11.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently issued revised rules allowing the voluntary pledge of which items as collateral for agriculture and MSME loans? a) Land deeds and property documents b) Gold and silver c) Shares and bonds d) Vehicles and machinery Ans: b) Gold and silver 12.India's first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project was launched in which state to tackle inherited diseases among tribal communities? a) Jharkhand b) Chhattisgarh c) Odisha d) Gujarat Ans: d) Gujarat

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July 20, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which framework was launched on July 18, 2025, by Dr. Jitendra Singh to enhance India's civil services training, integrating digital tools and AI? a) Mission Karmayogi 2.0 b) NSCSTI 2.0 Framework c) Civil Services Digital Initiativ...

1.Which framework was launched on July 18, 2025, by Dr. Jitendra Singh to enhance India's civil services training, integrating digital tools and AI? a) Mission Karmayogi 2.0 b) NSCSTI 2.0 Framework c) Civil Services Digital Initiative d) Aarogyam Civil Services Program Ans: b) NSCSTI 2.0 Framework 2.The PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana, approved in July 2025, merges how many schemes across ministries and what is its annual outlay? a) 25 schemes, ₹15,000 crore b) 30 schemes, ₹20,000 crore c) 36 schemes, ₹24,000 crore d) 40 schemes, ₹28,000 crore Ans: c) 36 schemes, ₹24,000 crore 3.The anniversary of the Nationalization of Banks in India was observed on July 19, 2025. In which year did this pivotal event originally take place? a) 1947 b) 1956 c) 1969 d) 1991 Ans: c) 1969 4.From when is the India-EFTA trade pact set to be implemented, following its signing on March 10, 2024? a) July 1, 2025 b) October 1, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) March 10, 2026 Ans: b) October 1, 2025 5.According to Morgan Stanley's forecast, India is projected to be the fastest-growing economy globally in which years? a) 2024 and 2025 b) 2025 and 2026 c) 2026 and 2027 d) 2024 and 2026 Ans: b) 2025 and 2026 6.Which Indian Air Force Group Captain became the first Indian to enter the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) and safely returned on July 17, 2025? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Sunita Williams c) Kalpana Chawla d) Shubhanshu Shukla Ans: d) Shubhanshu Shukla 7.Where did the Indian Army successfully test the Akash Prime Air Defence System? a) Rajasthan b) Odisha c) Ladakh d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: c) Ladakh 8.Which two space agencies are collaborating on the NISAR (NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar) mission? a) NASA and ESA b) ISRO and JAXA c) NASA and ISRO d) ESA and JAXA Ans: c) NASA and ISRO 9.Which new financial rule came into effect on July 1, 2025, regarding PAN cards? a) PAN cards are no longer required for large transactions. b) Aadhaar has been made mandatory for new PAN cards. c) All existing PAN cards must be re-registered with biometric data. d) PAN card validity has been extended indefinitely. Ans: b) Aadhaar has been made mandatory for new PAN cards. 10.SIMBEX 2025 is a bilateral naval drill involving the Indian Navy and which other country? a) Sri Lanka b) Indonesia c) Singapore d) Malaysia Ans: c) Singapore 11.In the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25, which city was declared India's cleanest large city in the category of cities with a population of over 10 lakh? a) Indore b) Surat c) Ahmedabad d) Navi Mumbai Ans: c) Ahmedabad 12.Who was honored with the Kalinga Ratna Award 2024 on July 15, 2025? a) Dr. Jitendra Singh b) Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal c) Narendra Modi d) Dharmendra Pradhan Ans: d) Dharmendra Pradhan 13.What is the name of the new lichen species discovered in the Western Ghats on July 19, 2025? a) Allographa indica b) Allographa effusosoredica c) Western Ghats Lichen d) Soredia effusa Ans: b) Allographa effusosoredica 14.Where was the Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh, a dedicated women-exclusive wellness space, inaugurated by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal in July 2025? a) Parliament House b) Vigyan Bhawan c) Shastri Bhawan d) Niti Aayog Office Ans: c) Shastri Bhawan 15.What was India's global rank among 90 countries at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025 in Dubai? a) 1st b) 3rd c) 6th d) 10th Ans: c) 6th

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July 20, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The NSCSTI 2.0 Framework, launched on July 18, 2025, by Dr. Jitendra Singh, is primarily aimed at: a) Improving healthcare infrastructure nationwide b) Upgrading civil services training in India c) Boosting agricultural productivit...

1.The NSCSTI 2.0 Framework, launched on July 18, 2025, by Dr. Jitendra Singh, is primarily aimed at: a) Improving healthcare infrastructure nationwide b) Upgrading civil services training in India c) Boosting agricultural productivity through new technologies d) Promoting digital literacy in rural areas Ans: b) Upgrading civil services training in India 2.The 'Mahila Aarogyam Kaksh', a women-exclusive wellness space, was inaugurated in July 2025 by Shri Arjun Ram Meghwal at which specific location? a) Rashtrapati Bhawan b) Parliament House c) Shastri Bhawan d) Vigyan Bhawan Ans: c) Shastri Bhawan 3.What is the total annual outlay approved for the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) over six years? a) ₹12,000 crore b) ₹18,000 crore c) ₹24,000 crore d) ₹30,000 crore Ans: c) ₹24,000 crore 4.Which city was ranked as the fourth cleanest city in India in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25? a) Indore b) Surat c) Vijayawada d) Navi Mumbai Ans: c) Vijayawada 5.What is the name of the Indian Navy's first indigenous diving support vessel that was recently commissioned? a) INS Vikrant b) INS Arihant c) Nistar d) Varun Ans: c) Nistar 6.Indian researchers discovered a new lichen species, Allographa effusosoredica, in which region? a) Himalayas b) Eastern Ghats c) Western Ghats d) Aravalli Range Ans: c) Western Ghats 7.Which Indian state launched India's first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project on July 17, 2025? a) Rajasthan b) Madhya Pradesh c) Odisha d) Gujarat Ans: d) Gujarat 8.In the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025 in Dubai, what was India's global ranking among 90 countries? a) 3rd b) 5th c) 6th d) 10th Ans: c) 6th 9.India is expected to become the world's third-largest economy by which year, surpassing Germany? a) 2026 b) 2027 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2028 10.The India-European Free Trade Association (EFTA) trade pact is set to be implemented from which date? a) August 1, 2025 b) September 1, 2025 c) October 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: c) October 1, 2025 11.India temporarily suspended the Indus Waters Treaty following a terrorist attack in Indian-controlled Kashmir in which month of 2025? a) February b) March c) April d) May Ans: c) April 12.Which two international observances are celebrated on July 20, 2025? a) International Yoga Day and World Environment Day b) International Chess Day and International Moon Day c) World Population Day and International Youth Day d) International Friendship Day and World Tourism Day Ans: b) International Chess Day and International Moon Day 13.Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth approximately what amount in Motihari, Bihar, on July 19, 2025? a) ₹5,000 crore b) ₹6,500 crore c) ₹7,200 crore d) ₹8,000 crore Ans: c) ₹7,200 crore 14.The 2nd BIMSTEC Ports Conclave was inaugurated by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) Visakhapatnam Ans: d) Visakhapatnam

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July 19, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.India is projected to unveil its first indigenously produced semiconductor chip in which year? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: b) 2025 2.Who made history as the first Indian to enter the International Space Station (I...

1.India is projected to unveil its first indigenously produced semiconductor chip in which year? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: b) 2025 2.Who made history as the first Indian to enter the International Space Station (ISS)? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla d) Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman Ans: c) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 3.Which institution successfully demonstrated Quantum Entanglement-Based Free-Space Quantum Secure Communication? a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore b) DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence at IIT Delhi c) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) d) National Physical Laboratory (NPL) Ans: b) DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence at IIT Delhi 4.When is the NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (NISAR) satellite anticipated to launch? a) By the end of October b) By the end of December c) By the end of July d) By the end of September Ans: c) By the end of July 5.From July 1, 2025, what significant change will be implemented regarding GSTR-3B filing? a) GSTR-3B will be optional for small businesses. b) GSTR-3B will no longer be editable post-submission. c) GSTR-3B submission frequency will be changed to quarterly. d) GSTR-3B will be replaced by a new form. Ans: b) GSTR-3B will no longer be editable post-submission. 6.How many units of free electricity were approved by the Bihar Cabinet for domestic consumers? a) 75 units b) 100 units c) 125 units d) 150 units Ans: c) 125 units 7.In which Indian city did Tesla open its first showroom? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 8.Which organization did the United States designate as a global terrorist organization, a decision welcomed by India? a) Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) b) Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) c) The Resistance Front (TRF) d) Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) Ans: c) The Resistance Front (TRF) 9.What is the name of the Indian Navy's first indigenous diving support vessel that was commissioned? a) INS Vikrant b) INS Nistar c) INS Kalvari d) INS Chennai Ans: b) INS Nistar 10.Which Indian refinery faced sanctions from the European Union as part of its broader sanctions against Russia? a) Reliance Industries b) Indian Oil Corporation c) Nayara Energy d) Bharat Petroleum Ans: c) Nayara Energy 11.What is the annual outlay approved for the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY)? a) Rs 12,000 crore b) Rs 18,000 crore c) Rs 24,000 crore d) Rs 30,000 crore Ans: c) Rs 24,000 crore 12.Who was appointed as the Chairperson of the National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA)? a) Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Nitin Gupta d) S. Jaishankar Ans: c) Nitin Gupta 13.According to Swachh Survekshana 2024-25 (cities with over 10 lakh population), which city was ranked the fourth cleanest? a) Bengaluru b) Mumbai c) Vijayawada d) New Delhi Ans: c) Vijayawada 14.What is the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)'s projected real GDP growth for India in FY26? a) 5.9% - 6.2% b) 6.4% - 6.7% c) 6.8% - 7.1% d) 7.2% - 7.5% Ans: b) 6.4% - 6.7%

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1.What was India's CPI-based inflation in June 2025? a) 2.82% b) 1% c) 4% d) 5.5% Ans: b) 1% 2.Following the recent Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, what is the new repo rate set by the RBI? a) 4.5% b) 5.0% ...

1.What was India's CPI-based inflation in June 2025? a) 2.82% b) 1% c) 4% d) 5.5% Ans: b) 1% 2.Following the recent Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) meeting, what is the new repo rate set by the RBI? a) 4.5% b) 5.0% c) 5.5% d) 6.0% Ans: c) 5.5% 3.According to Morgan Stanley's projections, what is India's forecasted real GDP growth for 2025? a) 5.5% b) 5.9% c) 6.4% d) 6.9% Ans: b) 5.9% 4.Which new scheme, merging 36 central government schemes to enhance agricultural productivity, was launched on July 1, 2025? a) Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchai Yojana b) Prime Minister Fasal Bima Yojana c) Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana d) National Agriculture Development Program Ans: c) Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana 5.Effective July 1, 2025, which GST form became non-editable after filing? a) GSTR-1 b) GSTR-2A c) GSTR-3B d) GSTR-9 Ans: c) GSTR-3B 6.In the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 results, which city was ranked the fourth cleanest in India among those with a population over 10 lakh? a) Mysuru b) Bengaluru c) Indore d) Vijayawada Ans: d) Vijayawada 7.What framework was launched to upgrade Civil Services Training in India, strengthening governance? a) National Governance Enhancement Initiative b) Civil Services Modernization Plan c) NSCSTI 2.0 Framework d) Public Administration Reform Agenda Ans: c) NSCSTI 2.0 Framework 8.What is the name of India's first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel, commissioned at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam? a) INS Vikrant b) INS Nistar c) INS Arighat d) INS Vagir Ans: b) INS Nistar 9.Which nuclear-capable missiles were successfully test-fired by India to enhance its deterrence capabilities? a) BrahMos and Akash b) Nirbhay and Shaurya c) Prithvi-II and Agni-I d) K-4 and K-15 Ans: c) Prithvi-II and Agni-I 10.Which organization was designated as a global terrorist organization by the US following India's demand regarding the Pahalgam attack? a) Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) b) Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) c) Hizbul Mujahideen (HM) d) The Resistance Front (TRF) Ans: d) The Resistance Front (TRF) 11.The Indian Navy participated in SIMBEX 2025, a bilateral naval drill, with which country? a) Sri Lanka b) Malaysia c) Singapore d) Indonesia Ans: c) Singapore 12.On the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Foreign Ministers' meeting, S. Jaishankar discussed bilateral and international issues with his counterpart from which country? a) China b) Pakistan c) Russia d) Kazakhstan Ans: c) Russia 13.What was India's global ranking in the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad 2025, where it secured two Gold and two Silver medals? a) 3rd b) 4th c) 5th d) 6th Ans: d) 6th 14.The government announced significant policy reforms to enhance which two key areas by streamlining procurement processes and revising financial thresholds for research institutions? a) "Ease of Doing Business" and "Ease of Living" b) "Ease of Innovation" and "Ease of Doing Research" c) "Ease of Startups" and "Ease of Investment" d) "Ease of Education" and "Ease of Technology Transfer" Ans: b) "Ease of Innovation" and "Ease of Doing Research" 15.Which new policy in the sports sector recently received approval? a) Fit India Movement Policy b) Khelo India Policy c) National Sports Policy 2025 d) Sports Development Fund Policy Ans: c) National Sports Policy 2025

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1.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected GDP growth for India for FY 2025-26? a) 5.9% b) 6.4% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.Which country did India surpass to become the world's 4th largest economy in 2025?
1.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected GDP growth for India for FY 2025-26? a) 5.9% b) 6.4% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.Which country did India surpass to become the world's 4th largest economy in 2025? a) Germany b) United Kingdom c) Japan d) France Ans: c) Japan 3.What is the total outlay approved for the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana'? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹18,000 crore c) ₹24,000 crore d) ₹30,000 crore Ans: c) ₹24,000 crore 4.India's first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel, commissioned on July 18, 2025, at Visakhapatnam, is named: a) INS Vikrant b) INS Nistar c) INS Arighat d) INS Varsha Ans: b) INS Nistar 5.Which upgraded variant of the Akash Weapon System was successfully trialed at high altitude in Ladakh on July 16, 2025? a) Akash Mk-II b) Akash Prime c) Akash NG d) Akash Astra Ans: b) Akash Prime 6.SIMBEX 2025 is a bilateral naval drill conducted between India and which other country? a) Sri Lanka b) Singapore c) South Africa d) Sweden Ans: b) Singapore 7.Who inaugurated the 2nd BIMSTEC Ports Conclave in Visakhapatnam? a) S. Jaishankar b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Sarbananda Sonowal d) Rajnath Singh Ans: c) Sarbananda Sonowal 8.Who is the first Indian to enter the International Space Station (ISS) and safely returned to Earth on July 15, 2025? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 9.Which company has launched a special offer providing free access to Gemini AI Pro for Indian college and university students for one year? a) Microsoft b) Amazon c) Google d) IBM Ans: c) Google 10.Which Indian state became the first to approve agricultural status for livestock and poultry farming? a) Uttar Pradesh b) Rajasthan c) Maharashtra d) Gujarat Ans: c) Maharashtra 11.As per the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 rankings, which city retained its title as the cleanest city for the eighth consecutive year? a) Bhopal b) Mysuru c) Indore d) Surat Ans: c) Indore 12.On which date was Nelson Mandela International Day observed worldwide in 2025? a) July 15 b) July 16 c) July 18 d) July 20 Ans: c) July 18 13.By how many basis points did the Indian Overseas Bank reduce its Marginal Cost of Funds Based Lending Rate (MCLR) across all tenures, effective July 15, 2025? a) 5 basis points b) 10 basis points c) 15 basis points d) 25 basis points Ans: b) 10 basis points 14.Which of the following is a correct list of countries visited by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on his five-nation tour to the Global South? a) Brazil, Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Namibia b) South Africa, Nigeria, Chile, Vietnam, Indonesia c) Egypt, Kenya, Peru, Malaysia, Thailand d) Mexico, Ethiopia, Colombia, Philippines, Sri Lanka Ans: a) Brazil, Ghana, Trinidad and Tobago, Argentina, Namibia 15.Which state's U18 Boys' team secured a historic double by winning the Junior National Rugby 7s Championship 2025? a) Odisha b) West Bengal c) Bihar d) Jharkhand Ans: c) Bihar

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1.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected real GDP growth rate for India for FY 2025-26? a) 5.9% b) 6.4% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.Which new scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹24,000...

1.What is the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) projected real GDP growth rate for India for FY 2025-26? a) 5.9% b) 6.4% c) 6.5% d) 7.0% Ans: c) 6.5% 2.Which new scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet with an outlay of ₹24,000 crores per year for six years, consolidating 36 existing schemes? a) ADEETIE scheme b) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana c) Prime Minister Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY) d) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Ans: c) Prime Minister Dhan-Dhanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY) 3.The ADEETIE scheme, launched with a budget of ₹1,000 crore, aims to promote what in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs)? a) Financial inclusion b) Digital literacy c) Energy-efficient technologies d) Export promotion Ans: c) Energy-efficient technologies 4.Which major UK-based bank recently withdrew from the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA)? a) Barclays b) Standard Chartered c) HSBC d) Lloyds Bank Ans: c) HSBC 5.According to Global Finance magazine, which Indian bank was named the World's Best Consumer Bank for 2025? a) HDFC Bank b) ICICI Bank c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) Axis Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 6.From which location did India successfully test-fire nuclear-capable Prithvi-II and Agni-I short-range ballistic missiles? a) Pokhran, Rajasthan b) Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh c) Chandipur, Odisha d) Balasore, Odisha Ans: c) Chandipur, Odisha 7.What is the name of the indigenous air defence system recently tested by the Indian Army at an altitude of 15,000 feet? a) BrahMos b) Akash Prime c) Barak-8 d) S-400 Ans: b) Akash Prime 8.What type of vessel is INS Nistar, recently commissioned by the Indian Navy? a) Submarine b) Aircraft Carrier c) Diving Support Vessel d) Stealth Frigate Ans: c) Diving Support Vessel 9.Where did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) foreign ministers' meeting? a) Moscow b) Beijing c) Tashkent d) Astana Ans: b) Beijing 10.Which Indian state launched the country's first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project? a) Jharkhand b) Chhattisgarh c) Odisha d) Gujarat Ans: d) Gujarat 11.Which city was recognized as India's cleanest city for the eighth consecutive time in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 awards? a) Surat b) Indore c) Navi Mumbai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Indore 12.From what date will the Bihar government's scheme to provide up to 125 units of free electricity per month to domestic consumers be effective? a) July 1, 2025 b) August 1, 2025 c) September 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) August 1, 2025 13.What is the name of India's lightest active wheelchair, launched by IIT Madras? a) Mobility Pro b) YD One c) Freedom Wheel d) Access Lite Ans: b) YD One 14.What was India's global rank at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025 in Dubai? a) 3rd b) 5th c) 6th d) 8th Ans: c) 6th

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1.Which two nuclear-capable ballistic missiles were successfully test-fired by India on July 17, 2025? a) BrahMos and Nirbhay b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I c) Shaurya and K-4 d) Dhanush and Sagarika Ans: b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I ...

1.Which two nuclear-capable ballistic missiles were successfully test-fired by India on July 17, 2025? a) BrahMos and Nirbhay b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I c) Shaurya and K-4 d) Dhanush and Sagarika Ans: b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I 2.Where was India's first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel, Nistar, commissioned on July 18, 2025? a) Mumbai b) Kochi c) Chennai d) Visakhapatnam Ans: d) Visakhapatnam 3.What was India's retail inflation rate in June 2025, according to the provided information? a) 5.9% b) 6.4% c) 2.1% d) 3.0% Ans: c) 2.1% 4.By which year is India expected to become the world's third-largest economy? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2028 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2028 5.What is the approved outlay for the 'PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana'? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹24,000 crore c) ₹58,000 crore d) ₹70,600 crore Ans: b) ₹24,000 crore 6.What was the total Dearness Allowance (DA) percentage for central employees and pensioners from July 2025, after the reported hike? a) 3% b) 55% c) 58% d) 61% Ans: c) 58% 7.Which organization developed the advanced Akash Prime surface-to-air missile? a) ISRO b) HAL c) DRDO d) BEL Ans: c) DRDO 8.When did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar visit China for diplomatic meetings on the sidelines of the SCO foreign ministers' meeting? a) July 14-15, 2025 b) July 17, 2025 c) July 18, 2025 d) July 1-2, 2025 Ans: a) July 14-15, 2025 9.What was the record bilateral trade volume between Russia and India in 2024? a) US$9.2 billion b) US$24 billion c) US$58 billion d) US$70.6 billion Ans: d) US$70.6 billion 10.In the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 rankings, what position did Vijayawada secure nationally? a) 1st b) 4th c) 36th d) 125th Ans: b) 4th 11.How many Aadhaar numbers of deceased citizens were deactivated by the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)? a) 450 b) 1.17 crore c) 2.1 crore d) 7.06 crore Ans: b) 1.17 crore 12.The 'PM-VIKAS' scheme aims to train candidates from which group? a) Central government employees b) Farmers in under-performing districts c) Minority communities d) Armed forces veterans Ans: c) Minority communities 13.Where was the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025 held? a) India b) China c) Dubai, UAE d) Russia Ans: c) Dubai, UAE 14.What was India's global rank at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025? a) 1st b) 4th c) 6th d) 10th Ans: c) 6th 15.Which institution launched 'YD One', India's lightest active wheelchair? a) DRDO b) IIT Madras c) UIDAI d) Strategic Forces Command Ans: b) IIT Madras

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1.Which two nuclear-capable short-range ballistic missiles were successfully test-fired by India on July 17, 2025, from Chandipur, Odisha? a) Agni-V and Prithvi-III b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I c) BrahMos and Akash d) Shaurya and K-15 An...

1.Which two nuclear-capable short-range ballistic missiles were successfully test-fired by India on July 17, 2025, from Chandipur, Odisha? a) Agni-V and Prithvi-III b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I c) BrahMos and Akash d) Shaurya and K-15 Ans: b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I 2.What is the name of India's first indigenously designed and constructed Diving Support Vessel, commissioned by the Indian Navy on July 18, 2025? a) INS Arihant b) INS Vikrant c) INS Nistar d) INS Chakra Ans: c) INS Nistar 3.According to Morgan Stanley's recent report, what is India's projected real GDP growth for 2025? a) 6.4% b) 5.9% c) 7.1% d) 5.5% Ans: b) 5.9% 4.What is the annual outlay approved for the Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY)? a) ₹10,000 crores b) ₹15,000 crores c) ₹24,000 crores d) ₹30,000 crores Ans: c) ₹24,000 crores 5.The ADEETIE scheme, launched with a budget of ₹1,000 crore, aims to boost energy efficiency, particularly in which sector? a) Large Scale Industries b) Public Sector Undertakings c) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) d) Agricultural Sector Ans: c) Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) 6.In which Indian city did Tesla inaugurate its first showroom, debuting the Model Y? a) Bengaluru b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Mumbai Ans: d) Mumbai 7.Which three cities secured the top positions in the 'Super Swachh League' at the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2024-25? a) Bhopal, Lucknow, Ahmedabad b) Delhi, Kolkata, Bengaluru c) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai d) Pune, Jaipur, Chandigarh Ans: c) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai 8.Which High Court recently upheld the constitutional validity of the Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), 1967? a) Delhi High Court b) Madras High Court c) Calcutta High Court d) Bombay High Court Ans: d) Bombay High Court 9.Which state became the first in India to grant agricultural status to livestock and poultry farming? a) Punjab b) Haryana c) Maharashtra d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Maharashtra 10.India's first-ever Tribal Genome Sequencing Project (TGSP) was launched in which state on July 16, 2025? a) Odisha b) Jharkhand c) Chhattisgarh d) Gujarat Ans: d) Gujarat 11.How many gold and silver medals did India win at the 57th International Chemistry Olympiad (IChO) 2025? a) 1 gold, 3 silver b) 2 gold, 2 silver c) 3 gold, 1 silver d) 4 gold, 0 silver Ans: b) 2 gold, 2 silver 12.According to the Dun & Bradstreet Global Business Investment Confidence Index, what was India's year-on-year growth in investment confidence for Q3 2025? a) 8.5% b) 10.2% c) 12.6% d) 15.0% Ans: c) 12.6% 13.Who presented the Swachh Survekshan Awards 2024-25? a) The Prime Minister of India b) The Union Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs c) The President of India d) The Chief Justice of India Ans: c) The President of India 14.What percentage of indigenous content does the newly commissioned INS Nistar possess? a) Over 50% b) Over 60% c) Over 70% d) Over 80% Ans: d) Over 80% 15.The Prime Minister Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY) aims to transform agriculture and allied sectors by focusing on how many low-performing districts? a) 50 b) 75 c) 100 d) 125 Ans: c) 100

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1.Which cities secured the top three positions in the newly introduced 'Super Swachh League' as part of the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Lucknow b) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai c) Vijayawada, Prayagraj, Indor...

1.Which cities secured the top three positions in the newly introduced 'Super Swachh League' as part of the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Lucknow b) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai c) Vijayawada, Prayagraj, Indore d) Surat, Ahmedabad, Navi Mumbai Ans: b) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai 2.Which city was honored as the 'Best Ganga Town' in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Varanasi b) Prayagraj c) Kanpur d) Haridwar Ans: b) Prayagraj 3.What is the budget allocated for the `ADEETIE` (Assistance for Deployment of Energy Efficient Technologies in Industrial Establishments) scheme? a) ₹500 crore b) ₹750 crore c) ₹1,000 crore d) ₹1,200 crore Ans: c) ₹1,000 crore 4.Which agency is responsible for implementing the `ADEETIE` scheme? a) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) b) Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) c) Ministry of Power d) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) Ans: b) Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) 5.How many units of free electricity per month will be provided to domestic consumers by the Bihar government, effective August 1, 2025? a) Up to 100 units b) Up to 125 units c) Up to 150 units d) Up to 200 units Ans: b) Up to 125 units 6.Which Indian Air Force officer successfully returned to Earth after spending 18 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission? a) Wing Commander Rakesh Sharma b) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla c) Squadron Leader Avani Chaturvedi d) Group Captain Varun Singh Ans: b) Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla 7.What is the name of the indigenous air defense system successfully tested by the Indian Army at an altitude of 15,000 feet in Ladakh? a) Agni Prime b) Prithvi Air c) Akash Prime d) Trishul Defence Ans: c) Akash Prime 8.Which Indian public sector undertaking received the second GE F404 engine crucial for powering India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk 1A? a) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) c) Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) d) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ans: b) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) 9.What is the name of the Indian Navy's first indigenous diving support vessel? a) INS Vikrant b) INS Nistar c) INS Chakra d) INS Savitri Ans: b) INS Nistar 10.Which Indian state has become the first to launch a Tribal Genome Sequencing Project? a) Rajasthan b) Jharkhand c) Gujarat d) Madhya Pradesh Ans: c) Gujarat 11.What is the amount of the welfare trust set up by the Tata Group for the victims of the Air India plane crash? a) ₹250 crore b) ₹300 crore c) ₹400 crore d) ₹500 crore Ans: d) ₹500 crore 12.Which political party has distanced itself from the `INDIA` bloc, stating it is no longer part of the alliance? a) Samajwadi Party (SP) b) Trinamool Congress (TMC) c) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) d) Nationalist Congress Party (NCP) Ans: c) Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) 13.Which Indian refinery has been targeted by the European Union with sanctions as part of its 18th set of sanctions against Russia? a) Reliance Industries' Jamnagar refinery b) Nayara Energy's Vadinar refinery c) Indian Oil Corporation's Panipat refinery d) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited's Kochi refinery Ans: b) Nayara Energy's Vadinar refinery 14.What is the primary objective of the 'Swachh City Partnership Initiative' and the 'Accelerated Dumpsite Remediation Program' launched by MoHUA? a) To promote rural development b) To improve public health infrastructure c) To further promote urban cleanliness d) To encourage digital literacy Ans: c) To further promote urban cleanliness

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1.What type of vessel is INS Nistar, which was commissioned on July 18, 2025? a) Aircraft Carrier b) Submarine c) Diving Support Vessel (DSV) d) Frigate Ans: c) Diving Support Vessel (DSV) 2.Which two nuclear-capable missile...

1.What type of vessel is INS Nistar, which was commissioned on July 18, 2025? a) Aircraft Carrier b) Submarine c) Diving Support Vessel (DSV) d) Frigate Ans: c) Diving Support Vessel (DSV) 2.Which two nuclear-capable missiles were recently test-fired by India from Odisha? a) BrahMos and Akash b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I c) Shaurya and K-4 d) Dhanush and Nag Ans: b) Prithvi-II and Agni-I 3.The SIMBEX 2025 naval exercise is a bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and which other country? a) Sri Lanka b) Singapore c) South Korea d) Seychelles Ans: b) Singapore 4.Which city was ranked the fourth cleanest city in India according to the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 results? a) Mysuru b) Bengaluru c) Vijayawada d) Indore Ans: c) Vijayawada 5.Which city successfully entered the 'Super Swachh League' in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25, recognized for its long-term cleanliness? a) Bengaluru b) Vijayawada c) Mysuru d) Pune Ans: c) Mysuru 6.What was Bengaluru's rank improvement among Million-Plus Cities in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25? a) From 125 to 36 b) From 36 to 125 c) From 50 to 10 d) From 200 to 50 Ans: a) From 125 to 36 7.Where did Tesla inaugurate its first showroom in India? a) New Delhi's Connaught Place b) Chennai's T. Nagar c) Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) d) Bengaluru's Koramangala Ans: c) Mumbai's Bandra Kurla Complex (BKC) 8.Vidarbha's first integrated steel plant was unveiled in which district of Maharashtra? a) Nagpur b) Amravati c) Gadchiroli d) Wardha Ans: c) Gadchiroli 9.Which Indian refinery was sanctioned by the European Union as part of its 18th set of sanctions against Russia? a) Reliance Industries Limited Jamnagar Refinery b) Indian Oil Corporation Panipat Refinery c) Nayara Energy's Vadinar refinery d) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited Kochi Refinery Ans: c) Nayara Energy's Vadinar refinery 10.How many units of free electricity did the Bihar Cabinet approve for domestic consumers? a) Up to 75 units b) Up to 100 units c) Up to 125 units d) Up to 150 units Ans: c) Up to 125 units 11.Why did the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) call for a review of the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI)? a) High cost of Aadhaar enrollment b) High failure rate in Aadhaar biometric verification c) Lack of Aadhaar centers in rural areas d) Delays in Aadhaar card delivery Ans: b) High failure rate in Aadhaar biometric verification 12.What was the total value of projects inaugurated and foundation stones laid by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in Meghalaya? a) ₹550.50 crore b) ₹780.25 crore c) ₹1,087.81 crore d) ₹1,500.00 crore Ans: c) ₹1,087.81 crore 13.The commissioning of INS Nistar is described as a crucial achievement in India's pursuit of: a) Economic dominance b) Space exploration c) Self-reliance in defence d) Agricultural innovation Ans: c) Self-reliance in defence

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1.Where was the Akash Prime Missile successfully test-fired, destroying two aerial high-speed unmanned targets at high altitude? a) Chandipur, Odisha b) Pokhran, Rajasthan c) Ladakh d) Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra Ans: c) Ladakh
1.Where was the Akash Prime Missile successfully test-fired, destroying two aerial high-speed unmanned targets at high altitude? a) Chandipur, Odisha b) Pokhran, Rajasthan c) Ladakh d) Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra Ans: c) Ladakh 2.From which location were the nuclear-capable Prithvi-II and Agni-I missiles successfully test-fired by India's Strategic Forces Command? a) Ladakh b) Chandipur, Odisha c) Pokhran, Rajasthan d) Andaman and Nicobar Islands Ans: b) Chandipur, Odisha 3.Which city is set to host advanced drone manufacturing facilities established through a partnership between Vimananu Ltd and CYGR? a) Bengaluru b) Hyderabad c) Chennai d) Navi Mumbai Ans: d) Navi Mumbai 4.What is the expected timeline for the unveiling of India's first domestically produced semiconductor chip? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2030 Ans: b) 2025 5.What is the total outlay for the ADEETIE (Assistance for Deployment of Energy Efficient Technologies in Industrial Establishments) scheme launched by the Union Government? a) ₹500 crore b) ₹1,000 crore c) ₹1,500 crore d) ₹2,000 crore Ans: b) ₹1,000 crore 6.What is the primary purpose of the PM Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PM-DDKY)? a) To provide direct income support to farmers b) To merge 36 existing schemes across 11 departments to boost agricultural growth c) To promote organic farming across the country d) To provide crop insurance to all farmers Ans: b) To merge 36 existing schemes across 11 departments to boost agricultural growth 7.Which two new initiatives were launched by NABARD on its 44th Foundation Day? a) Krishi Uday and Gramin Vikas b) NIVARAN and RuralTech CoLab c) Jan Dhan and Mudra Yojana d) Samridh Gaon and Digital Kisan Ans: b) NIVARAN and RuralTech CoLab 8.Which cities secured the top spots as the cleanest cities in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru b) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai c) Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Lucknow d) Prayagraj, Pune, Jaipur Ans: b) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai 9.Which state became the first in India to grant agricultural status to livestock and poultry farming? a) Gujarat b) Rajasthan c) Maharashtra d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: c) Maharashtra 10.Which state launched India's first Tribal Genome Sequencing Project? a) Odisha b) Jharkhand c) Gujarat d) Chhattisgarh Ans: c) Gujarat 11.What was the reason for the European Union imposing sanctions on India's Nayara Energy refinery? a) Environmental violations b) Human rights concerns c) Rosneft's stake in the refinery as part of sanctions against Russia d) Non-compliance with international trade agreements Ans: c) Rosneft's stake in the refinery as part of sanctions against Russia 12.Which historical figures have been excluded from the new Class 8 NCERT history textbook, according to the content? a) Akbar and Shivaji b) Raziyya Sultan and Nur Jehan c) Mahatma Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru d) Ashoka and Chandragupta Maurya Ans: b) Raziyya Sultan and Nur Jehan 13.What was the purpose of External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar's recent visit to China? a) To sign new trade agreements b) To discuss climate change initiatives c) To stabilize and rebuild bilateral relations, focusing on border management and economic cooperation d) To attend a regional security summit Ans: c) To stabilize and rebuild bilateral relations, focusing on border management and economic cooperation 14.When is the INDIA bloc parties' online meeting scheduled to discuss the political situation and strategy for the upcoming Parliament session? a) July 16, 2025 b) July 19, 2025 c) August 1, 2025 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: b) July 19, 2025

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1.Which indigenous air defence system was recently tested by the Indian Army in Ladakh, demonstrating its capability to strike targets at high altitudes? a) BrahMos b) Akash Prime c) Prithvi d) Nag Ans: b) Akash Prime 2.What...

1.Which indigenous air defence system was recently tested by the Indian Army in Ladakh, demonstrating its capability to strike targets at high altitudes? a) BrahMos b) Akash Prime c) Prithvi d) Nag Ans: b) Akash Prime 2.What is INS Nistar, which was recently commissioned at Visakhapatnam? a) India's first indigenous aircraft carrier b) India's first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel c) India's first nuclear submarine d) India's first indigenously built destroyer Ans: b) India's first indigenously built Diving Support Vessel 3.Which three cities secured the top positions in the 'Super Swachh League' category (population over 10 lakh) in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Ahmedabad, Bhopal, Lucknow b) Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai c) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai d) Pune, Jaipur, Hyderabad Ans: c) Indore, Surat, Navi Mumbai 4.Which city received recognition as the Best Ganga Town in the Swachh Survekshan 2024-25 Awards? a) Varanasi b) Haridwar c) Prayagraj d) Kanpur Ans: c) Prayagraj 5.What is the primary purpose of the ₹1,000 crore ADEETIE scheme launched by the Union Government? a) To provide financial assistance to startups in the IT sector b) To promote energy efficiency in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) c) To fund infrastructure projects in rural areas d) To support agricultural development through new technologies Ans: b) To promote energy efficiency in Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) 6.How many units of free electricity per month were approved by the Bihar government for domestic consumers, effective August 1, 2025? a) 50 units b) 75 units c) 100 units d) 125 units Ans: d) 125 units 7.Which fintech firm received in-principle approval from the RBI to operate as a Payment Aggregator – Cross Border (PA-CB)? a) Paytm b) PhonePe c) EximPe d) Razorpay Ans: c) EximPe 8.Which bank was adjudged the World's Best Consumer Bank for 2025 by Global Finance magazine? a) HDFC Bank b) ICICI Bank c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) Axis Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 9.What was the name of the Indian Air Force officer who returned to Earth on July 15, 2025, after spending 18 days aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom-4 mission? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Sunil Sharma c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Ravish Kumar Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 10.When is AI Appreciation Day observed in India? a) July 15 b) July 16 c) August 1 d) August 15 Ans: b) July 16 11.Which Indian Institute of Management (IIM) launched the 'Gyanodaya' Centre for Pedagogical Innovation and Publishing? a) IIM Ahmedabad b) IIM Bangalore c) IIM Kozhikode d) IIM Calcutta Ans: c) IIM Kozhikode 12.The second GE F404 engine, crucial for powering India's indigenous Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas Mk 1A, was recently received by HAL. How many such engines were part of the 2021 deal? a) 49 b) 99 c) 149 d) 199 Ans: b) 99 13.What is the primary objective of the National Standards for Civil Service Training Institutes (NSCSTI) 2.0 framework? a) To standardize civil service recruitment exams b) To upgrade civil services training in India c) To provide financial aid to civil service aspirants d) To establish new civil service training academies Ans: b) To upgrade civil services training in India 14.Which Indian refinery faced sanctions from the European Union as part of its measures against Russia, prompting India's External Affairs Ministry to caution against 'double standards'? a) Reliance Industries Limited (Jamnagar) b) Indian Oil Corporation (Panipat) c) Nayara Energy refinery (Vadinar) d) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (Kochi) Ans: c) Nayara Energy refinery (Vadinar)

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