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February 03, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.According to the recent trade deal between India and the U.S., what major concession has Prime Minister Narendra Modi reportedly agreed to? a) Increasing tariffs on American electronics b) Halting the purchase of Russian oil c) Reducing the export of pharmaceutical products d) Implementing new taxes on U.S. tech firms Ans: b) Halting the purchase of Russian oil 2.The Free Trade Agreement (FTA) signed between India and the European Union eliminates tariffs on which of the following sectors? a) Textiles, agriculture, and automobiles b) Chemicals, plastics, metals, and pharmaceuticals c) Software, dairy, and heavy machinery d) Telecommunications, banking, and defense Ans: b) Chemicals, plastics, metals, and pharmaceuticals 3.What is the primary cause of the current partial government shutdown in the United States? a) Disputes over climate change legislation b) Deadlock over healthcare spending c) Disputes over immigration enforcement protocols d) Disagreements regarding foreign aid to Ukraine Ans: c) Disputes over immigration enforcement protocols 4.According to House Speaker Mike Johnson, by which date is a legislative resolution to the U.S. government shutdown expected? a) Monday, February 2 b) Tuesday, February 3 c) Wednesday, February 4 d) Friday, February 6 Ans: b) Tuesday, February 3 5.The Rafah Crossing, which was partially reopened recently, serves as a vital link between Gaza and which country? a) Jordan b) Lebanon c) Egypt d) Israel Ans: c) Egypt 6.Under the new arrangement at the Rafah Crossing, how many people are permitted to exit Gaza daily? a) 50 b) 100 c) 150 d) 200 Ans: c) 150 7.Security forces in Pakistan recently concluded a 40-hour counterterrorism operation against which group in Balochistan? a) Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) b) Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) c) Al-Qaeda d) Jaish-e-Mohammed Ans: b) Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) 8.Former Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina was recently sentenced to how many years in prison across two corruption cases? a) 5 years b) 7 years c) 10 years d) 15 years Ans: c) 10 years 9.Which NASA mission recently completed a 'Wet Dress Rehearsal' at the Kennedy Space Center? a) Artemis I b) Artemis II c) James Webb Telescope d) Mars Perseverance Ans: b) Artemis II 10.What is the name of the 'behemoth' sunspot region that recently released a massive X8.1 solar flare? a) AR4366 b) AR5200 c) SR9910 d) XR8100 Ans: a) AR4366 11.The X8.1 solar flare, the third-largest of the current solar cycle, caused radio blackouts in which specific geographical region? a) Atlantic region b) Pacific region c) Arctic region d) Indian Ocean region Ans: b) Pacific region 12.What percentage of U.S. federal agencies are reportedly in 'fiscal limbo' due to the ongoing government shutdown? a) 50% b) 65% c) 80% d) 95% Ans: c) 80% 13.The current U.S. government shutdown was preceded by civil unrest in which state? a) Texas b) California c) Minnesota d) Florida Ans: c) Minnesota

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February 03, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Under the landmark India-US trade deal announced recently, what is the new tariff rate for Indian goods entering the United States? a) 12% b) 18% c) 25% d) 50% Ans: b) 18% 2.As part of the reciprocal trade agreement with the U.S., India has agreed to halt the purchase of oil from which nation? a) Iran b) Saudi Arabia c) Russia d) Iraq Ans: c) Russia 3.The Union Budget 2026-27 confirmed that the Income Tax Act, 2025, will officially replace which existing legislation? a) Income Tax Act, 1951 b) Income Tax Act, 1961 c) Income Tax Act, 1991 c) Finance Act, 2015 Ans: b) Income Tax Act, 1961 4.On what date will the new Income Tax Act, 2025, officially come into effect? a) January 1, 2026 b) March 31, 2026 c) April 1, 2026 d) July 1, 2026 Ans: c) April 1, 2026 5.Which of the following has been officially designated as a 'natural disaster' in the Union Budget 2026-27? a) Heatwaves b) Lightning c) Urban Flooding d) Glacial Lake Outbursts Ans: b) Lightning 6.According to the budget reports, what has been the percentage rise in lightning strikes in India since 2019? a) 100% b) 250% c) 400% d) 500% Ans: c) 400% 7.How much has been allocated in the Union Budget 2026-27 for R&D into Small Modular Reactors (SMRs)? a) ₹10,000 crore b) ₹15,000 crore c) ₹20,000 crore d) ₹25,000 crore Ans: c) ₹20,000 crore 8.Which country's cricket board has announced a boycott of its group-stage match against India in the T20 World Cup 2026? a) Australia b) Pakistan c) South Africa d) England Ans: b) Pakistan 9.In the event of a forfeiture or replacement in the T20 World Cup 2026, which team is being considered by the ICC to take the vacated spot? a) Nepal b) Netherlands c) Uganda d) USA Ans: c) Uganda 10.Elon Musk’s SpaceX has recently merged with which AI company at a valuation of $1.25 trillion? a) OpenAI b) xAI c) DeepMind d) Anthropic Ans: b) xAI 11.Which Indian financial indicator hinted at a strong market opening following the India-US trade announcement? a) Nifty Bank b) GIFT Nifty c) BSE Sensex 30 d) India VIX Ans: b) GIFT Nifty 12.What is the primary goal of the SpaceX and xAI merger as per the recent developments? a) To launch a private space station b) To utilize space-based infrastructure for AI computations c) To develop autonomous Mars rovers d) To provide free satellite internet to all AI researchers Ans: b) To utilize space-based infrastructure for AI computations

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February 02, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Regarding US-Iran relations, what is the current policy stance maintained by President Donald Trump as per the report? a) Complete economic isolation without dialogue b) Maximum pressure alongside the offer of a negotiated deal c) ...

1.Regarding US-Iran relations, what is the current policy stance maintained by President Donald Trump as per the report? a) Complete economic isolation without dialogue b) Maximum pressure alongside the offer of a negotiated deal c) Immediate lifting of all sanctions d) Military intervention and regime change Ans: b) Maximum pressure alongside the offer of a negotiated deal 2.Which border crossing between the Gaza Strip and Egypt was recently reopened on a trial basis for travelers and patients? a) Erez crossing b) Kerem Shalom crossing c) Rafah border crossing d) Sufa crossing Ans: c) Rafah border crossing 3.In which Ukrainian city did a Russian drone strike result in the deaths of at least 15 mineworkers? a) Kyiv b) Kharkiv c) Dnipro d) Odessa Ans: c) Dnipro 4.Which Russian official officially rejected the deployment of NATO or EU military forces on Ukrainian soil as part of future security guarantees? a) Sergey Lavrov b) Alexander Grushko c) Dmitry Peskov d) Sergey Shoigu Ans: b) Alexander Grushko 5.Pakistani security forces recently concluded a 40-hour operation in Balochistan against which insurgent group? a) Tehrik-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP) b) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) c) Lashkar-e-Taiba d) Jaish-e-Mohammed Ans: b) Baloch Liberation Army (BLA) 6.A catastrophic landslide resulting in at least 200 deaths occurred in the Rubaya mines of which country? a) Rwanda b) DR Congo c) South Africa d) Zambia Ans: b) DR Congo 7.Which Indian political leader was killed in a Learjet 45 aircraft crash at Baramati Airport in Pune? a) Devendra Fadnavis b) Ajit Pawar c) Eknath Shinde d) Sharad Pawar Ans: b) Ajit Pawar 8.The United States has officially completed its withdrawal from which international organization? a) World Trade Organization (WTO) b) UNESCO c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) International Labour Organization (ILO) Ans: c) World Health Organization (WHO) 9.Who has become the first female president of Bulgaria following the resignation of Rumen Radev? a) Kristalina Georgieva b) Mariya Gabriel c) Iliana Iotova d) Tsetska Tsacheva Ans: c) Iliana Iotova 10.Who was re-elected as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam? a) Nguyen Phu Trong b) Vo Van Thuong c) Tô Lâm d) Pham Minh Chinh Ans: c) Tô Lâm 11.Who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam after winning the Australian Open? a) Jannik Sinner b) Carlos Alcaraz c) Holger Rune d) Daniil Medvedev Ans: b) Carlos Alcaraz 12.According to the report, the death toll from the severe winter storm system in North America has exceeded how many people? a) 50 b) 100 c) 140 d) 200 Ans: c) 140

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February 02, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Who presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Indian Parliament? a) Amit Shah b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Piyush Goyal d) Narendra Modi Ans: b) Nirmala Sitharaman 2.What historical precedent was set during the presentation of...

1.Who presented the Union Budget 2026-27 in the Indian Parliament? a) Amit Shah b) Nirmala Sitharaman c) Piyush Goyal d) Narendra Modi Ans: b) Nirmala Sitharaman 2.What historical precedent was set during the presentation of the Union Budget 2026-27? a) It was the first budget presented at midnight b) It was the first time a budget was presented on a Sunday c) It was the first paperless budget d) It was the first budget presented by a woman Ans: b) It was the first time a budget was presented on a Sunday 3.What is the Capital Expenditure (Capex) outlay for the fiscal year 2026-27? a) ₹10.2 lakh crore b) ₹11.2 lakh crore c) ₹12.2 lakh crore d) ₹15.5 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹12.2 lakh crore 4.The defence budget for 2026-27 has been increased to what amount? a) ₹5.8 lakh crore b) ₹6.5 lakh crore c) ₹7.8 lakh crore d) ₹8.2 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹7.8 lakh crore 5.When is the implementation of the 'New Tax Act' scheduled to begin? a) February 1, 2026 b) April 1, 2026 c) January 1, 2027 d) April 1, 2027 Ans: b) April 1, 2026 6.As per the 2026-27 Budget, what are the new Securities Transaction Tax (STT) rates for Futures and Options respectively? a) 0.01% and 0.10% b) 0.05% and 0.15% b) 0.10% and 0.20% d) 0.02% and 0.12% Ans: b) 0.05% and 0.15% 7.In which of the following states will the dedicated 'Rare Earth Corridors' be established? a) Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, and Karnataka b) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu c) Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal, and Assam d) Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh Ans: b) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu 8.What is the primary focus of the newly launched 'Biopharma Shakti' scheme? a) Promoting organic farming in rural India b) Transforming India into a global hub for biologicals and non-communicable diseases c) Providing clean drinking water to all households d) Promoting traditional Ayurveda medicine exports Ans: b) Transforming India into a global hub for biologicals and non-communicable diseases 9.The 'Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Unnati Yojana (PMKUY)' aims to bridge the skill gap for rural youth in which specific sectors? a) Textiles and Handicrafts b) Green energy and Digital tech c) Civil aviation and Tourism d) Automotive and Heavy industries Ans: b) Green energy and Digital tech 10.What are 'SHE Marts' as mentioned in the Budget 2026-27? a) Online portals for women's healthcare b) Community-owned retail shops for women entrepreneurs from Self-Help Groups c) Specialized banks for women in urban areas d) Government-run schools for girls Ans: b) Community-owned retail shops for women entrepreneurs from Self-Help Groups 11.Which bank launched the 'CHAKRA Centre of Excellence' to facilitate financing for sunrise sectors? a) HDFC Bank b) ICICI Bank c) State Bank of India (SBI) d) Punjab National Bank Ans: c) State Bank of India (SBI) 12.Which countries signed the landmark trilateral agreement for 'Project Green Corridor'? a) India, USA, and UK b) India, Japan, and Australia c) India, France, and Germany d) India, Brazil, and South Africa Ans: b) India, Japan, and Australia 13.How many new wetlands were added to India’s Ramsar network in February 2026? a) One b) Two c) Five d) Ten Ans: b) Two 14.India is preparing to resume oil purchases from which country to potentially replace some Russian imports? a) Iran b) Venezuela c) Libya d) Qatar Ans: b) Venezuela 15.Who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam at the age of 22 by winning the Australian Open 2026? a) Jannik Sinner b) Carlos Alcaraz c) Holger Rune d) Novak Djokovic Ans: b) Carlos Alcaraz 16.India won the five-match T20I series against New Zealand with what scoreline? a) 3-2 b) 5-0 c) 4-1 d) 2-3 Ans: c) 4-1 17.An earthquake of what magnitude was reported in the Kashmir region on February 2, 2026? a) 3.5 b) 4.6 c) 5.2 d) 6.1 Ans: b) 4.6

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February 01, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.On February 1, 2026, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that military intervention by which country would trigger a 'regional war'? a) Israel b) United Kingdom c) United States d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) United States...

1.On February 1, 2026, Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei warned that military intervention by which country would trigger a 'regional war'? a) Israel b) United Kingdom c) United States d) Saudi Arabia Ans: c) United States 2.In a retaliatory move, the Iranian Parliament designated which of the following as 'terrorist groups' in February 2026? a) NATO forces b) European Union militaries c) U.S. Central Command d) The United Nations Peacekeeping Forces Ans: b) European Union militaries 3.The Rafah border crossing, a critical gateway for humanitarian aid, is set to fully reopen on which date in 2026? a) February 1 b) February 2 c) January 31 d) February 5 Ans: b) February 2 4.Who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam in singles after winning the Australian Open in 2026? a) Jannik Sinner b) Holger Rune c) Carlos Alcaraz d) Casper Ruud Ans: c) Carlos Alcaraz 5.The 2026 United States federal government shutdown occurred after lawmakers failed to enact a funding law by which deadline? a) January 1 b) February 1 c) March 1 d) December 31 Ans: b) February 1 6.Apart from domestic immigration enforcement, the U.S. government shutdown occurred amidst debates regarding the withdrawal from which organization? a) World Trade Organization (WTO) b) UNESCO c) World Health Organization (WHO) d) Paris Agreement Ans: c) World Health Organization (WHO) 7.Who has been sworn in as the first female president of Bulgaria following the resignation of Rumen Radev? a) Maria Gabriel b) Iliana Iotova c) Meglena Kuneva d) Kristalina Georgieva Ans: b) Iliana Iotova 8.Which leader was re-elected as the General Secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam? a) Nguyễn Phú Trọng b) Phạm Minh Chính c) Tô Lâm d) Võ Văn Thưởng Ans: c) Tô Lâm 9.According to recent diplomatic reports, which three countries signed a trilateral strategic pact? a) Iran, China, and Russia b) Iran, Turkey, and Russia c) China, Russia, and North Korea d) Iran, China, and Pakistan Ans: a) Iran, China, and Russia 10.In the 2026 Australian Open final, Carlos Alcaraz defeated which player to secure his career Grand Slam? a) Rafael Nadal b) Daniil Medvedev c) Novak Djokovic d) Alexander Zverev Ans: c) Novak Djokovic 11.How many lives were reportedly lost in the severe winter storm that recently impacted North America? a) 50 b) 98 c) 137 d) 210 Ans: c) 137 12.The pilot program for the reopening of the Rafah crossing allowed how many Palestinian patients to enter Egypt for medical treatment? a) 25 b) 50 c) 100 d) 150 Ans: b) 50

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1.On February 1, 2026, Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ______ consecutive Union Budget. a) Seventh b) Eighth c) Ninth d) Tenth Ans: c) Ninth 2.What is the pegged fiscal deficit target for the financial year 2026-27?
1.On February 1, 2026, Nirmala Sitharaman presented her ______ consecutive Union Budget. a) Seventh b) Eighth c) Ninth d) Tenth Ans: c) Ninth 2.What is the pegged fiscal deficit target for the financial year 2026-27? a) 4.5% of GDP b) 4.3% of GDP c) 4.4% of GDP d) 5.1% of GDP Ans: b) 4.3% of GDP 3.The Public Capital Expenditure (Capex) for FY 2026-27 has been hiked to which amount? a) ₹10.5 lakh crore b) ₹11.1 lakh crore c) ₹12.2 lakh crore d) ₹15.0 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹12.2 lakh crore 4.On which date is the new Income Tax Act, 2025 set to come into effect? a) January 1, 2026 b) April 1, 2026 c) March 31, 2026 d) April 1, 2025 Ans: b) April 1, 2026 5.The Union Budget 2026-27 announced the removal of basic customs duty on how many life-saving cancer drugs? a) 10 b) 12 c) 17 d) 25 Ans: c) 17 6.What is the revised Securities Transaction Tax (STT) rate on futures as per the 2026-27 Budget? a) 0.01% b) 0.025% c) 0.05% d) 0.1% Ans: c) 0.05% 7.Which new mission has replaced the MGNREGA scheme? a) PM-Kisan Rozgar Yojana b) Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) c) Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj Mission d) National Rural Livelihood Mission 2.0 Ans: b) Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) 8.The 'Mahatma Gandhi Gram Swaraj' scheme is primarily focused on which sectors? a) Digital literacy and internet connectivity b) Khadi, handloom, and handicraft c) Primary healthcare and sanitation d) Solar energy and irrigation Ans: b) Khadi, handloom, and handicraft 9.Under Semiconductor Mission 2.0, what is the allocated outlay for component manufacturing? a) ₹20,000 crore b) ₹30,000 crore c) ₹40,000 crore d) ₹50,000 crore Ans: c) ₹40,000 crore 10.In which of the following states are the proposed 'Rare Earth Corridors' located? a) Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Punjab b) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu c) Maharashtra, Karnataka, and Goa d) Bihar, West Bengal, and Assam Ans: b) Odisha, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu 11.What is the total allocation for City Economic Regions (CERs) over a period of five years? a) ₹2,500 crore b) ₹5,000 crore c) ₹10,000 crore d) ₹1,500 crore Ans: b) ₹5,000 crore 12.The Ministry of Education received an allocation of ₹1.39 lakh crore. This represents what percentage increase over the previous allocation? a) 5.50% b) 7.25% c) 8.27% d) 10.0% Ans: c) 8.27% 13.How many high-speed rail corridors were proposed in the Budget 2026-27? a) 3 b) 5 c) 7 d) 10 Ans: c) 7 14.When is the decadal census, which will include caste enumeration, scheduled to begin? a) April 1, 2026 b) January 1, 2027 c) April 1, 2027 d) October 2, 2027 Ans: c) April 1, 2027 15.Who was sworn in as the first woman Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra on January 31, 2026? a) Supriya Sule b) Sunetra Pawar c) Pankaja Munde d) Rashmi Thackeray Ans: b) Sunetra Pawar 16.During the 2nd India-Arab Foreign Ministers' Meeting, India reiterated its support for a sovereign solution for which nation? a) Yemen b) Palestine c) Syria d) Libya Ans: b) Palestine 17.What is the estimated total expenditure for the fiscal year 2026-27? a) ₹45.2 trillion b) ₹48.0 trillion c) ₹53.5 trillion d) ₹60.1 trillion Ans: c) ₹53.5 trillion 18.The budget proposed a ______ foreign asset disclosure scheme for small taxpayers to regularize past non-disclosures. a) Three-month b) Six-month c) One-year d) Two-year Ans: b) Six-month 19.Which ministry was allocated ₹2.55 lakh crore with a focus on internal security and border infrastructure? a) Ministry of Defence b) Ministry of Home Affairs c) Ministry of External Affairs d) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways Ans: b) Ministry of Home Affairs 20.How many new national waterways are proposed to be operationalized according to the Budget 2026-27? a) 10 b) 15 c) 20 d) 25 Ans: c) 20

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February 01, 2026 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.On February 1, 2026, which world leader warned that a U.S. attack on Iran would escalate into a 'broader regional war'? a) Masoud Pezeshkian b) Ayatollah Ali Khamenei c) Ali Larijani d) Rodrigo Chaves Robles Ans: b) Ayatollah Ali K...

1.On February 1, 2026, which world leader warned that a U.S. attack on Iran would escalate into a 'broader regional war'? a) Masoud Pezeshkian b) Ayatollah Ali Khamenei c) Ali Larijani d) Rodrigo Chaves Robles Ans: b) Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 2.In a display of solidarity against European sanctions, the Iranian Parliament (Majlis) passed a resolution designating which of the following as 'terrorist groups'? a) The United States Marine Corps b) All NATO member state governments c) The armies of all European Union member states d) The European Commission Ans: c) The armies of all European Union member states 3.According to the office of President Masoud Pezeshkian, how many individuals were officially recorded as killed during the recent nationwide unrest in Iran? a) 1,500 b) 2,986 c) 4,210 d) 5,000 Ans: b) 2,986 4.Which Gulf nation informed Washington that it would not allow its airspace to be used for military strikes against Iran? a) Qatar b) United Arab Emirates c) Saudi Arabia d) Kuwait Ans: c) Saudi Arabia 5.Who became the youngest man to complete a career Grand Slam after winning the 2026 Australian Open? a) Novak Djokovic b) Jannik Sinner c) Carlos Alcaraz d) Casper Ruud Ans: c) Carlos Alcaraz 6.A catastrophic landslide on February 1, 2026, resulted in at least 200 deaths in which region of the Democratic Republic of the Congo? a) Katanga b) Rubaya c) Kinshasa d) Goma Ans: b) Rubaya 7.Which two countries are reportedly leading diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the tensions between Iran and Western powers? a) Qatar and Türkiye b) Russia and China c) Oman and Iraq d) Egypt and Jordan Ans: a) Qatar and Türkiye 8.What military action did President Donald Trump take to enforce a negotiation 'deadline' with Iran? a) Imposed a total naval blockade b) Dispatched an aircraft carrier strike group to the Persian Gulf c) Conducted targeted drone strikes on IRGC bases d) Authorized a ground invasion of the coast Ans: b) Dispatched an aircraft carrier strike group to the Persian Gulf 9.Iran's security chief, Ali Larijani, warned that which of the following could be targeted if hostilities break out? a) European oil refineries b) U.S. diplomatic missions in neighboring countries c) International shipping in the Suez Canal d) Satellite communication networks Ans: b) U.S. diplomatic missions in neighboring countries 10.On February 1, 2026, which country held general elections to choose a successor to President Rodrigo Chaves Robles? a) Panama b) Costa Rica c) Nicaragua d) Honduras Ans: b) Costa Rica 11.The full moon observed reaching peak illumination on February 1, 2026, is traditionally known as the: a) Wolf Moon b) Pink Moon c) Snow Moon d) Hunter's Moon Ans: c) Snow Moon 12.In the Iranian Parliament, what symbolic action did lawmakers take to show solidarity with the IRGC? a) They burned the EU flag in the chamber b) They wore the green uniforms of the IRGC c) They held a 24-hour hunger strike d) They signed a pact with the Russian Duma Ans: b) They wore the green uniforms of the IRGC

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1.Who presented the Union Budget for the ninth consecutive time on February 1, 2026? a) Narendra Modi b) Amit Shah c) Nirmala Sitharaman d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Nirmala Sitharaman 2.What is the primary vision or theme of the...

1.Who presented the Union Budget for the ninth consecutive time on February 1, 2026? a) Narendra Modi b) Amit Shah c) Nirmala Sitharaman d) Piyush Goyal Ans: c) Nirmala Sitharaman 2.What is the primary vision or theme of the Union Budget 2026? a) Atmanirbhar Bharat b) Viksit Bharat by 2047 c) Digital India 2.0 d) Sabka Saath Sabka Vikas Ans: b) Viksit Bharat by 2047 3.What is the proposed allocation for public capital expenditure (Capex) for FY27? a) ₹11.1 lakh crore b) ₹12.2 lakh crore c) ₹10.5 lakh crore d) ₹15.0 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹12.2 lakh crore 4.What is the estimated fiscal deficit for FY27 as per the 2026 budget? a) 4.5% of GDP b) 5.1% of GDP c) 4.3% of GDP d) 4.1% of GDP Ans: c) 4.3% of GDP 5.The Centre expects to receive how much in dividends and surpluses from the RBI and nationalized banks? a) ₹2.10 lakh crore b) ₹3.16 lakh crore c) ₹1.50 lakh crore d) ₹4.00 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹3.16 lakh crore 6.When is the new Income Tax Act 2025 set to take effect? a) January 1, 2026 b) April 1, 2025 c) April 1, 2026 d) March 31, 2026 Ans: c) April 1, 2026 7.How many critical cancer drugs have been exempted from basic customs duty in the 2026 Budget? a) 10 b) 15 c) 17 d) 20 Ans: c) 17 8.The Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on overseas tour packages has been reduced to what flat rate? a) 5% b) 1% c) 2% d) 10% Ans: c) 2% 9.To discourage high-risk retail trading, the government increased the Security Transaction Tax (STT) on which segment? a) Cash Market b) Futures and Options (F&O) c) IPOs d) Mutual Funds Ans: b) Futures and Options (F&O) 10.What is the total allocation for the Ministry of Defense in the 2026-27 budget? a) ₹6.21 lakh crore b) ₹7.84 lakh crore c) ₹5.94 lakh crore d) ₹8.10 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹7.84 lakh crore 11.Which three cities are part of the newly announced 'Southern Rail Triangle'? a) Chennai, Kochi, Bengaluru b) Hyderabad, Mysuru, Chennai c) Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad d) Bengaluru, Amaravati, Kochi Ans: c) Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad 12.The budget introduced a tax holiday for which specific infrastructure in the technology sector? a) Software Parks b) AI Data Centers c) Smartphone assembly units d) Fiber optic manufacturers Ans: b) AI Data Centers 13.What is the name of the Centre of Excellence launched by SBI to finance sunrise sectors like green hydrogen and EVs? a) SHAKTI b) CHAKRA c) KAVACH d) UDAY Ans: b) CHAKRA 14.India added how many new Ramsar sites to its network ahead of World Wetlands Day 2026? a) Five b) Three c) Two d) Ten Ans: c) Two 15.Who won the Australian Open 2026 title, completing a career Grand Slam? a) Novak Djokovic b) Jannik Sinner c) Carlos Alcaraz d) Rafael Nadal Ans: c) Carlos Alcaraz 16.By how much was the customs duty on personal goods brought into India by travelers reduced? a) 25% b) 50% c) 75% d) 10% Ans: b) 50% 17.What is the total allocation for Indian Railways in the 2026 budget? a) ₹2.40 lakh crore b) ₹2.55 lakh crore c) ₹2.93 lakh crore d) ₹3.10 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹2.93 lakh crore

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1.The United States government recently designated branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in which three countries as foreign terrorist organizations? a) Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan b) Egypt, Syria, and Iraq c) Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey...

1.The United States government recently designated branches of the Muslim Brotherhood in which three countries as foreign terrorist organizations? a) Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan b) Egypt, Syria, and Iraq c) Jordan, Lebanon, and Turkey d) Egypt, Qatar, and Jordan Ans: a) Egypt, Lebanon, and Jordan 2.Which U.S. official stated that the terrorist designations are part of a 'sustained effort to thwart the Muslim Brotherhood chapters' influence'? a) Antony Blinken b) Marco Rubio c) Mike Pompeo d) Janet Yellen Ans: b) Marco Rubio 3.According to the U.S. Treasury Department, the Jordanian and Egyptian branches of the Muslim Brotherhood were specifically sanctioned for providing material support to which group? a) Hezbollah b) Al-Qaeda c) Hamas d) ISIS Ans: c) Hamas 4.What was the primary economic factor that initially sparked the nationwide protests in Iran? a) High oil prices b) Collapse of the rial c) Increased import taxes d) Privatization of banks Ans: b) Collapse of the rial 5.Based on reports from the Human Rights Activists News Agency (HRANA), how many deaths have been recorded in the Iran unrest as of the report? a) Over 500 b) Over 1,000 c) Over 2,000 d) Over 5,000 Ans: c) Over 2,000 6.Following the U.S. lead, the Israeli Foreign Ministry announced it is severing ties with which international bodies? a) UNESCO and UNICEF b) U.N. Energy and U.N. Alliance of Civilizations c) World Health Organization and IMF d) Interpol and the Red Cross Ans: b) U.N. Energy and U.N. Alliance of Civilizations 7.Who is the Prime Minister of Greenland who reaffirmed the territory's desire to remain part of Denmark? a) Mette Frederiksen b) Jens-Frederik Nielsen c) Kim Kielsen d) Lars Løkke Rasmussen Ans: b) Jens-Frederik Nielsen 8.President Yoon Suk Yeol of South Korea faces an indictment for insurrection with a potential death penalty following what controversial action? a) A corruption scandal involving Samsung b) His martial law declaration c) Dissolving the National Assembly d) Illegal diplomatic negotiations with North Korea Ans: b) His martial law declaration 9.A new bill in the U.S. Congress has caused diplomatic tension by seeking to authorize the potential 'takeover' or annexation of which territory? a) Puerto Rico b) Greenland c) Iceland d) The Faroe Islands Ans: b) Greenland 10.Which Iranian leader is facing a direct challenge to his rule due to the ongoing nationwide protests? a) Ebrahim Raisi b) Hassan Rouhani c) Ayatollah Ali Khamenei d) Mohammad Javad Zarif Ans: c) Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

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1.Which ministry has notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies, NSBs) Rules, 2026? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports c) Ministry of Education d) Ministry of Culture Ans: b) Mini...

1.Which ministry has notified the National Sports Governance (National Sports Bodies, NSBs) Rules, 2026? a) Ministry of Home Affairs b) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports c) Ministry of Education d) Ministry of Culture Ans: b) Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports 2.The National Sports Governance Rules, 2026 were framed under which legislative act? a) Sports Authority of India Act, 1984 b) National Sports Policy, 2001 c) National Sports Governance Act, 2025 d) Indian Olympic Association Act, 2024 Ans: c) National Sports Governance Act, 2025 3.According to the latest economic data, what was India's real GDP growth rate in Q2 of FY 2025-26? a) 7.8% b) 8.0% c) 8.2% d) 8.5% Ans: c) 8.2% 4.What is the proposed new base year for GDP measurement in India, expected to be introduced in 2026? a) 2011-12 b) 2018-19 c) 2022-23 d) 2024-25 Ans: c) 2022-23 5.What is the primary focus of the newly introduced 'product-based PhDs' in National Institutes of Technology (NITs)? a) Purely theoretical research b) Solving real-world industrial problems c) History of Science and Technology d) Academic administration Ans: b) Solving real-world industrial problems 6.What is the name of the National Artificial Intelligence Literacy Programme launched by the government? a) AI Shiksha b) YUVA AI c) Digital Bharat AI d) Tech-Yuva Ans: b) YUVA AI 7.Which state has been placed on high alert following confirmed cases of the Nipah virus? a) Kerala b) Maharashtra c) West Bengal d) Karnataka Ans: c) West Bengal 8.Why has the Central Government directed quick-commerce firms like Blinkit and Swiggy to pause their '10-minute delivery' claims? a) To reduce traffic congestion b) Due to safety concerns for delivery partners c) To promote local kirana stores d) Because of technical glitches in tracking Ans: b) Due to safety concerns for delivery partners 9.Who has been appointed by the Supreme Court as a special judge for the Coal Block Allocation scam trials? a) Sunaina Sharma b) Meenakshi Lekhi c) Rohini Marwah d) Anjali Bansal Ans: a) Sunaina Sharma 10.As per recent environment briefs, India's tiger mortality rate has been recorded under what percentage over the last four years? a) 2% b) 5% c) 8% d) 10% Ans: b) 5%

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1.Who was sworn in as the interim president of Venezuela following the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro? a) Juan Guaidó b) Delcy Rodríguez c) Maria Corina Machado d) Leopoldo López Ans: b) Delcy Rodrí...

1.Who was sworn in as the interim president of Venezuela following the U.S. military operation that led to the capture of Nicolás Maduro? a) Juan Guaidó b) Delcy Rodríguez c) Maria Corina Machado d) Leopoldo López Ans: b) Delcy Rodríguez 2.What was the code name for the U.S. military strike on the Venezuelan capital that resulted in the ouster of the Maduro administration? a) Operation Neptune Spear b) Operation Desert Storm c) Operation Southern Spear d) Operation Hawkeye Strike Ans: c) Operation Southern Spear 3.The U.S. State Department officially designated the Egyptian, Lebanese, and Jordanian branches of which organization as terrorist entities? a) Hezbollah b) Al-Qaeda c) The Muslim Brotherhood d) Hamas Ans: c) The Muslim Brotherhood 4.What is the primary objective of the U.S. military's 'Operation Hawkeye Strike'? a) To capture political leaders in Venezuela b) To conduct airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria c) To provide internet access to Iranian protesters d) To evacuate astronauts from the International Space Station Ans: b) To conduct airstrikes against Islamic State targets in Syria 5.Which satellite internet service provider was reportedly shut down by the Iranian government for the first time during a period of civil unrest? a) OneWeb b) Project Kuiper c) Starlink d) Viasat Ans: c) Starlink 6.The 'Modern Industrial Strategy' announced by UK Business Secretary Peter Kyle is specifically aimed at allowing the British economy to compete in growth and innovation with which country? a) China b) Germany c) The United States d) India Ans: c) The United States

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1.The National Sports Governance Rules, 2026, mandate which of the following for the administration of National Sports Bodies (NSBs)? a) Indefinite tenures for experienced office bearers b) Mandatory representation of athletes in dec...

1.The National Sports Governance Rules, 2026, mandate which of the following for the administration of National Sports Bodies (NSBs)? a) Indefinite tenures for experienced office bearers b) Mandatory representation of athletes in decision-making bodies c) Exemption from financial audits to maintain autonomy d) Selection of office bearers by the Ministry of External Affairs Ans: b) Mandatory representation of athletes in decision-making bodies 2.The National Sports Governance Rules, 2026, were notified by the Government of India under the provisions of which Act? a) National Sports Development Code, 2011 b) Sports Authority of India Act, 1984 c) National Sports Governance Act, 2025 d) Indian Olympic Association Act, 2024 Ans: c) National Sports Governance Act, 2025 3.Which Indian state has become the first to launch a comprehensive Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Registry to track patient data and improve renal health research? a) West Bengal b) Odisha c) Maharashtra d) Kerala Ans: b) Odisha 4.Regarding the PM CARES Fund and the Right to Information (RTI) Act, what was the significant observation made by the Delhi High Court? a) The fund is completely exempt from all judicial oversight b) The fund must disclose all donor names under the RTI Act c) The fund retains a right to privacy concerning donor information d) The fund is categorized as a Private Limited Company Ans: c) The fund retains a right to privacy concerning donor information 5.In the context of Indian space exploration, which PSLV mission recorded a rare instance where a foreign satellite transmitted data despite the launch vehicle veering off course? a) PSLV-C51 b) PSLV-C62 c) PSLV-C45 d) PSLV-C37 Ans: b) PSLV-C62

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1.Which of the following sectors has the Indian government recently opened to full foreign ownership as part of its economic reforms? a) Telecommunications b) Insurance companies c) Public sector banks d) Defence manufacturing Ans: b...

1.Which of the following sectors has the Indian government recently opened to full foreign ownership as part of its economic reforms? a) Telecommunications b) Insurance companies c) Public sector banks d) Defence manufacturing Ans: b) Insurance companies 2.What is the primary goal of the proposal to unify India's securities market laws under a single code? a) To restrict foreign investment in the stock market b) To modernize the framework and encourage greater market participation c) To establish a new independent regulatory body for securities d) To merge all stock exchanges into a single entity Ans: b) To modernize the framework and encourage greater market participation 3.India recently signed a free trade pact with which country, marking its second such agreement of the year? a) United States b) European Union c) Oman d) Australia Ans: c) Oman 4.The Union Cabinet has approved the extension of the PM SVANidhi Scheme until which date? a) March 31, 2025 b) December 31, 2028 c) March 31, 2030 d) December 31, 2035 Ans: c) March 31, 2030 5.Under the enhanced PM SVANidhi Scheme, what is the new maximum loan amount for the first tranche for street vendors? a) ₹10,000 b) ₹15,000 c) ₹20,000 d) ₹25,000 Ans: b) ₹15,000 6.To promote digital transactions among beneficiaries, the PM SVANidhi scheme now offers access to which type of card for timely loan repayments? a) Aadhaar-linked Debit Cards b) UPI-linked RuPay Credit Cards c) National Common Mobility Cards d) Kisan Credit Cards Ans: b) UPI-linked RuPay Credit Cards 7.The PM-POSHAN scheme aims to provide hot and fresh cooked meals to students up to which class? a) Class 5 b) Class 8 c) Class 10 d) Class 12 Ans: b) Class 8 8.What does TIDE 2.0 scheme primarily support in the realm of Science & Technology and Economy? a) Traditional handicraft businesses b) Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs c) International trade agreements d) Agricultural research and development Ans: b) Technology Incubation and Development of Entrepreneurs 9.According to the Union Minister for Electronics and Information Technology, what percentage of startups supported under TIDE 2.0 are integrating Artificial Intelligence into their operations? a) Less than 50% b) Exactly 50% c) Over 70% d) Nearly 100% Ans: c) Over 70% 10.What is the primary focus of the government for modernizing the ration card system by 2025? a) Providing a direct ₹1 lakh benefit to all cardholders b) Implementing a nationwide ₹1000 monthly scheme c) Digital verification, Aadhaar linking, and e-KYC d) Issuing new physical ration cards to all citizens Ans: c) Digital verification, Aadhaar linking, and e-KYC 11.The West Bengal government has renamed its 100-day employment scheme 'Karmashree' to what new name? a) Bangla Rojgar Yojana b) Mahatmashree c) Gramin Swarojgar Abhiyan d) Paschim Banga Karmojogi Ans: b) Mahatmashree 12.The Union Government is replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) with which new bill? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM) c) Viksit Bharat-Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill d) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) Ans: c) Viksit Bharat-Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill 13.Which Union Minister highlighted the critical need for full Centre-state coordination to achieve Prime Minister Modi's vision of a developed and self-reliant India by 2047? a) Piyush Goyal b) Ashwini Vaishnaw c) Manohar Lal Khattar d) Narendra Modi Ans: c) Manohar Lal Khattar 14.Which of the following schemes were specifically mentioned in the discussion on urban development, emphasizing effective implementation? a) PM-Kisan, Fasal Bima Yojana, e-NAM b) PM SVANidhi, TIDE 2.0, PM-POSHAN c) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), AMRUT Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission d) MGNREGA, National Health Mission, Skill India Mission Ans: c) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY), AMRUT Yojana, Swachh Bharat Mission

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1.Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty recently became the first Indian men's doubles pair to reach the semi-finals of which prestigious tournament? a) All England Open b) BWF World Tour Finals c) Thomas Cup d) BWF World Champio...

1.Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty recently became the first Indian men's doubles pair to reach the semi-finals of which prestigious tournament? a) All England Open b) BWF World Tour Finals c) Thomas Cup d) BWF World Championships Ans: b) BWF World Tour Finals 2.Where was the BWF World Tour Finals 2025 held? a) New Delhi, India b) Tokyo, Japan c) Hangzhou, China d) Bangkok, Thailand Ans: c) Hangzhou, China 3.Who won the women's singles gold medal at the 71st All India Railway Tennis Championship in Chennai? a) Y Sai Dedeepya b) Sai Samhita c) Sania Mirza d) Ankita Raina Ans: b) Sai Samhita 4.Which team is currently leading the Global Chess League (GCL) and consolidated its position with a victory over Fyers American Gambits on Matchday 7? a) Triveni Continental Kings b) Ganges Grandmasters c) Balan Alaskan Knights d) SG Alpine Warriors Ans: a) Triveni Continental Kings 5.Which football club made history by winning the inaugural SAFF Women's Club Championship in December 2025? a) APF FC b) Gokulam Kerala FC c) East Bengal Women's FC d) Sethu FC Ans: c) East Bengal Women's FC 6.India has formally announced its intention to bid for the hosting rights of the Olympic Games in which year? a) 2032 b) 2036 c) 2040 d) 2044 Ans: b) 2036 7.Which Indian city has been proposed as a potential host for the 2031 Senior World Athletics Championships and the 2028 U20 World Athletics Championships? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Ahmedabad d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Ahmedabad 8.In the Global Chess League, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh registered a notable win against which international player? a) Magnus Carlsen b) Fabiano Caruana c) Anish Giri d) Hikaru Nakamura Ans: b) Fabiano Caruana 9.Who is the current Union Sports and Youth Affairs Minister of India as per the December 2025 report? a) Anurag Thakur b) Mansukh Mandaviya c) Kiren Rijiju d) Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore Ans: b) Mansukh Mandaviya 10.Which player secured a silver medal in the veterans' singles event at the 71st All India Railway Tennis Championship? a) Ram Kumar Prasad b) Y Sai Dedeepya c) Sai Samhita d) Arjun Erigaisi Ans: a) Ram Kumar Prasad

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1.Which CSIR institute developed the world's first genetically modified cotton fully resistant to pink bollworm? a) CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) b) CSIR–Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) c) CSIR–In...

1.Which CSIR institute developed the world's first genetically modified cotton fully resistant to pink bollworm? a) CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) b) CSIR–Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) c) CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB) d) CSIR–Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) Ans: a) CSIR–National Botanical Research Institute (NBRI) 2.The world's first DNA-based test to detect illegal shahtoosh in pashmina shawls was developed to protect which endangered species? a) Snow Leopard b) Tibetan Antelope c) Himalayan Musk Deer d) Red Panda Ans: b) Tibetan Antelope 3.Where has India's first Zoo Bio Bank been established to preserve the genetic material of endangered species? a) Mysore Zoo b) Alipore Zoo c) Darjeeling Zoo d) National Zoological Park, Delhi Ans: c) Darjeeling Zoo 4.CSIR–IGIB has developed India's first indigenous gene therapy for sickle cell disease using which technology? a) TALENs b) Zinc Finger Nucleases c) CRISPR-based gene editing d) RNA Interference Ans: c) CRISPR-based gene editing 5.CSIR–Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) has unveiled climate-resilient buildings designed to reduce carbon emissions by up to what percentage? a) 30% b) 45% c) 60% d) 75% Ans: c) 60% 6.The world's first port road using steel slag technology was developed by CSIR–CRRI at which location? a) Mundra, Gujarat b) Hazira, Gujarat c) Paradip, Odisha d) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh Ans: b) Hazira, Gujarat 7.What is the name of the artificial intelligence arm launched by Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) in December 2025? a) Reliance AI (RAI) b) Jio Intelligence (JI) c) Reliance Intelligence (REIL) d) Bharat AI (BAI) Ans: c) Reliance Intelligence (REIL) 8.What does the TIDE 2.0 scheme primarily focus on promoting? a) Traditional handicraft exports b) Technology-based entrepreneurship in emerging technologies c) Agricultural irrigation systems d) Marine biodiversity conservation Ans: b) Technology-based entrepreneurship in emerging technologies 9.The 'VijAIpatha' initiative launched in Karnataka aims to establish which of the following in government schools? a) Digital libraries and e-learning centers b) AI, STEM, and robotics laboratories c) Vocational training centers for agriculture d) Sports and physical education complexes Ans: b) AI, STEM, and robotics laboratories 10.What is the primary objective of the SHANTI Bill, 2025, passed by the Indian Parliament? a) To ban the use of nuclear energy in civilian sectors b) To allow private participation in nuclear power plant operations c) To nationalize all private renewable energy projects d) To establish a new space research organization Ans: b) To allow private participation in nuclear power plant operations 11.What is India's target for nuclear power capacity by the year 2047, as mentioned in the context of the SHANTI Bill? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 150 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 12.Which organization developed a rapid, low-cost molecular test for sickle cell anaemia to facilitate early diagnosis? a) CSIR–NBRI b) CSIR–CCMB c) CSIR–CBRI d) CSIR–CRRI Ans: b) CSIR–CCMB

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1.According to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, India has recently surpassed which country to become the world's fourth-largest economy? a) Germany b) Japan c) United Kingdom d) France Ans: b) Japan 2.By which year is In...

1.According to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, India has recently surpassed which country to become the world's fourth-largest economy? a) Germany b) Japan c) United Kingdom d) France Ans: b) Japan 2.By which year is India projected to overtake Germany to claim the spot of the world's third-largest economy? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2030 Ans: c) 2027 3.What is the economic target set by Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal for India by the year 2047? a) $10 trillion b) $20 trillion c) Over $30 trillion d) $50 trillion Ans: c) Over $30 trillion 4.The Indian government recently approved a bill to allow what percentage of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in insurance companies? a) 49% b) 51% c) 74% d) 100% Ans: d) 100% 5.Which sensitive industry has the Indian government recently decided to open to private firms through parliamentary approval? a) Space Exploration b) Nuclear Industry c) Railway Operations d) Defense Manufacturing Ans: b) Nuclear Industry 6.In the December 2025 meeting, the Reserve Bank of India's Monetary Policy Committee reduced the policy repo rate to what level? a) 5.50% b) 5.25% c) 5.00% d) 4.75% Ans: b) 5.25% 7.Which of the following is NOT one of the four key growth engines outlined in the Union Budget 2025-26? a) Agriculture b) MSMEs c) Tourism d) Exports Ans: c) Tourism 8.What is the new personal income tax exemption limit for individuals under the new tax regime as per the Union Budget 2025-26? a) Rs 7 lakh b) Rs 10 lakh c) Rs 12 lakh d) Rs 15 lakh Ans: c) Rs 12 lakh 9.When were the four new labor codes, aimed at streamlining compliance and formalizing the informal economy, enacted? a) August 15, 2025 b) November 21, 2025 c) December 1, 2025 d) January 1, 2026 Ans: b) November 21, 2025 10.What digital platform was proposed in the Union Budget 2025-26 to support the strategy for exports? a) DigiTrade India b) BharatTradeNet c) ExportConnect d) IndiaTradeHub Ans: b) BharatTradeNet 11.The government introduced new legislation to raise excise duties on tobacco and cigarettes to replace which expiring financial mechanism? a) National Calamity Contingent Duty b) GST Compensation Cess c) Education Cess d) Swachh Bharat Cess Ans: b) GST Compensation Cess 12.According to Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan, how many people are directly employed by the apparel export sector in India? a) 10 million b) 25 million c) 45 million d) 60 million Ans: c) 45 million 13.India's electronics exports reached a value of $31 billion in the first eight months of FY26. What was the year-on-year growth percentage? a) 15% b) 28% c) 38% d) 50% Ans: c) 38% 14.Which country is heavily relying on Indian pharmaceutical imports as a pillar for reviving bilateral economic ties? a) Sri Lanka b) Afghanistan c) Nepal d) Oman Ans: b) Afghanistan 15.India is currently pursuing a new Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with which Middle Eastern nation? a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Oman d) Qatar Ans: c) Oman 16.In 2025, where did India's tech startup ecosystem rank globally in terms of funding raised? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fifth Ans: c) Third 17.The Department of Posts has recently started performing door-to-door KYC verifications for which type of investors? a) Cryptocurrency investors b) Mutual fund investors c) Real estate investors d) Fixed deposit holders Ans: b) Mutual fund investors 18.The Department of Posts has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with which organization to venture into telecom services? a) Reliance Jio b) Bharti Airtel c) BSNL d) Vodafone Idea Ans: c) BSNL 19.Which bank has been assigned by the RBI as the 'Lead Bank' for the newly formed 'Vav-Tharad' district in Gujarat? a) State Bank of India b) Bank of Baroda c) Punjab National Bank d) HDFC Bank Ans: b) Bank of Baroda 20.What is the projected volume for India's passenger car exports in the year 2025? a) 500,000 units b) 750,000 units c) Exceed 1 million units d) 2 million units Ans: c) Exceed 1 million units

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1.The European Union recently approved a loan package of how much for Ukraine to support its needs over the next two years? a) €50 billion b) €75 billion c) €90 billion d) €120 billion Ans: c) €90 billion 2.Which country wil...

1.The European Union recently approved a loan package of how much for Ukraine to support its needs over the next two years? a) €50 billion b) €75 billion c) €90 billion d) €120 billion Ans: c) €90 billion 2.Which country will hold the rotating presidency of the European Union in early 2026 and aims to improve EU-Iran relations? a) Greece b) Cyprus c) Belarus d) Oman Ans: b) Cyprus 3.India recently signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with which Middle Eastern country, granting zero-duty access on over 98% of tariff lines? a) United Arab Emirates b) Saudi Arabia c) Oman d) Qatar Ans: c) Oman 4.Scientists have developed a new quantum processor that demonstrates a lifespan 15 times longer than current processors by utilizing which element? a) Silicon b) Tantalum c) Germanium d) Graphene Ans: b) Tantalum 5.The Indian Parliament passed the SHANTI Bill, 2025, which aims to achieve a nuclear power capacity of how much by the year 2047? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 150 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 6.In which Chinese city did scientists successfully build a prototype of an extreme ultraviolet lithography (EUV) machine, a key step toward semiconductor self-sufficiency? a) Beijing b) Shanghai c) Shenzhen d) Guangzhou Ans: c) Shenzhen 7.Effective December 30, which country will implement mandatory caning of at least six strokes for individuals involved in scam syndicates? a) Malaysia b) Singapore c) Thailand d) Myanmar Ans: b) Singapore 8.According to astronomers, a newly identified category of exoplanet that is carbon-rich and has a bizarre shape orbits which type of star? a) Red Dwarf b) Neutron Star c) Yellow Dwarf d) Blue Giant Ans: b) Neutron Star 9.Which ministry in India recently revised the guidelines for the 'Support to Poor Prisoners' scheme? a) Ministry of Law and Justice b) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment c) Ministry of Home Affairs d) Ministry of Finance Ans: c) Ministry of Home Affairs 10.Which nation emerged victorious in the FIFA Arab Cup by defeating Jordan 3-2 in the final? a) Egypt b) Morocco c) Saudi Arabia d) Qatar Ans: b) Morocco 11.Researchers have boosted solar cell efficiency by nearly 30% by incorporating a nanometric layer of which substance? a) Silicon Carbide b) Germanium Oxide c) Tantalum Nitride d) Aluminum Oxide Ans: b) Germanium Oxide 12.Where is the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council meeting scheduled to take place on December 21, featuring discussions on a free trade agreement with Indonesia? a) Moscow b) Nay Pyi Taw c) St. Petersburg d) Muscat Ans: c) St. Petersburg 13.What is the name of the Venezuelan tanker that was recently seized by the U.S. Coast Guard in international waters? a) Bolivar b) Skipper c) Orinoco d) Maduro Ans: b) Skipper 14.The SHANTI Bill, 2025, recently passed by the Indian Parliament, primarily focuses on which sector? a) Solar Energy b) Civil Nuclear Energy c) Semiconductor Manufacturing d) Space Exploration Ans: b) Civil Nuclear Energy 15.A groundbreaking ceremony was recently held in Nay Pyi Taw for a factory producing foliar spray, representing a collaboration between which two countries? a) India and Myanmar b) Russia and Myanmar c) China and Belarus d) Russia and Oman Ans: b) Russia and Myanmar

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1.Which bill, proposed to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), has been criticized by Sonia Gandhi as a 'black law'? a) Grameen Vikas Bill, 2025 b) Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill, 2025 c) Rural Em...

1.Which bill, proposed to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), has been criticized by Sonia Gandhi as a 'black law'? a) Grameen Vikas Bill, 2025 b) Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill, 2025 c) Rural Employment Reform Bill, 2024 d) MGNREGA Transformation Act, 2025 Ans: b) Viksit Bharat G RAM G Bill, 2025 2.The Bureau of Port Security (BoPS) is being established as a statutory body under which legislation? a) Central Industrial Security Force Act, 1968 b) Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 c) Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 d) National Maritime Security Act, 2025 Ans: c) Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 3.According to Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, by which year is India expected to surpass Germany to become the world's third-largest economy? a) End of 2026 b) End of 2027 c) End of 2028 d) End of 2030 Ans: b) End of 2027 4.The Prime Minister Street Vendor's Atma Nirbhar Nidhi (PM SVANidhi) Scheme has been extended until which date? a) December 31, 2028 b) March 31, 2027 c) March 31, 2030 d) August 15, 2029 Ans: c) March 31, 2030 5.With which country has India recently signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to diversify exports? a) Oman b) Saudi Arabia c) Qatar d) Kuwait Ans: a) Oman 6.What is the primary objective of the CSR project 'VijAIpatha' launched by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) To provide scholarships for rural medical students b) To establish AI, STEM, and robotics laboratories in government schools c) To train farmers in using drone technology d) To build digital libraries in urban slums Ans: b) To establish AI, STEM, and robotics laboratories in government schools 7.What is India's rank in the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2025? a) 40th b) 35th c) 38th d) 42nd Ans: c) 38th 8.According to government data, 47 Doppler Weather Radars (DWRs) currently cover what percentage of India’s geographical area? a) 75% b) 80% c) 87% d) 92% Ans: c) 87% 9.Which state government launched the 'Mustabu' program to promote self-hygiene among school-going students? a) Telangana b) Karnataka c) Andhra Pradesh d) Tamil Nadu Ans: c) Andhra Pradesh 10.Reports from which organization recently exposed systemic data manipulation in welfare schemes like PMKVY and Ayushman Bharat-PMJAY? a) NITI Aayog b) Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) c) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) d) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Ans: c) Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) 11.Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and CEO of Bharti Airtel Limited for a five-year term starting January 1, 2026? a) Gopal Vittal b) Shashwat Sharma c) Vivek Nair d) Ashish Sinha Ans: b) Shashwat Sharma 12.Which football club was crowned the champion of the inaugural SAFF Women's Club Championship? a) APF FC b) Bashundhara Kings c) East Bengal Women's FC d) Gokulam Kerala FC Ans: c) East Bengal Women's FC 13.Who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 16th Hotelier India Awards? a) Mukesh Ambani b) Vivek Nair c) Ratan Tata d) Shashwat Sharma Ans: b) Vivek Nair 14.Which country won the FIFA Arab Cup in 2025 by defeating Jordan in the final? a) Egypt b) Algeria c) Morocco d) Tunisia Ans: c) Morocco 15.Which fintech company received the 'Future Unicorn Award' from ASK Private Wealth and Hurun India? a) Razorpay b) Innoviti Technologies c) Pine Labs d) PhonePe Ans: b) Innoviti Technologies

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1.Which new legislation has been passed by the Indian Parliament to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)? a) Pradhan Mantri Gramin Rozgar Yojana b) Viksit Bharat- Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeev...

1.Which new legislation has been passed by the Indian Parliament to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)? a) Pradhan Mantri Gramin Rozgar Yojana b) Viksit Bharat- Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill c) National Rural Livelihood Mission 2.0 d) Bharat Nirman Ajeevika Act Ans: b) Viksit Bharat- Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill 2.Under the VB-G RAM G Bill, what is the new guaranteed number of employment days per rural household annually? a) 100 days b) 120 days c) 125 days d) 150 days Ans: c) 125 days 3.The VB-G RAM G Bill marks a fundamental shift in the rural employment framework by transitioning from a demand-driven model to which of the following? a) Market-linked model b) Community-led model c) Budget-capped, supply-driven framework d) Fully decentralized state-funded framework Ans: c) Budget-capped, supply-driven framework 4.What percentage of the financial burden for the new VB-G RAM G Bill is allocated to state governments? a) 10% b) 25% c) 40% d) 50% Ans: c) 40% 5.The Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) Incentive Scheme–2025 launched in Ladakh provides financial assistance to hotels and guesthouses falling within which room capacity range? a) 5 to 10 rooms b) 10 to 19 rooms c) 20 to 50 rooms d) More than 50 rooms Ans: b) 10 to 19 rooms 6.Under the Ladakh STP Incentive Scheme–2025, what is the maximum financial assistance provided for equipment costs? a) ₹2 lakh b) ₹3.5 lakh c) ₹5 lakh d) ₹10 lakh Ans: c) ₹5 lakh 7.What is the additional incentive percentage provided to establishments owned by women residents under the Ladakh STP Incentive Scheme–2025? a) 5% b) 10% c) 15% d) 20% Ans: b) 10% 8.What is 'SabhaSaar', an initiative recently introduced by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj? a) A rural housing portal b) An AI-enabled voice-to-text meeting summarization tool c) A digital marketplace for tribal products d) A satellite-based land mapping system Ans: b) An AI-enabled voice-to-text meeting summarization tool 9.The SabhaSaar initiative is built upon which government-powered AI language translation platform? a) MeghRaj b) Bhashini c) Digital Saksharta d) AI-Bharat Ans: b) Bhashini 10.What is the budget allocation for the Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare for the year 2025-26? a) Rs. 95,500.50 crore b) Rs. 1,12,000.00 crore c) Rs. 1,27,290.16 crore d) Rs. 1,50,000.75 crore Ans: c) Rs. 1,27,290.16 crore 11.Which of the following schemes is NOT mentioned as part of the integrated strategy for agricultural growth in 2025-26? a) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) b) Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) c) Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) d) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana Ans: d) Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana 12.The 'Dharti Aaba Janjatiya Gram Utkarsh Abhiyan' is primarily aimed at the development of which group? a) Coastal fishermen b) Tribal communities and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) c) Small and marginal urban traders d) Rural artisans in the handloom sector Ans: b) Tribal communities and Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) 13.According to Home Minister Amit Shah, India's urban population is projected to reach approximately what percentage by 2047? a) 30% b) 40% c) 50% d) 65% Ans: c) 50% 14.In the context of the India-Oman Business Forum, what is the primary objective of the proposed 'Oman–India Innovation Bridge'? a) To build a physical bridge for maritime trade b) To connect 200 startups from both countries within two years c) To facilitate student exchange in medical sciences d) To create a common stock exchange for both nations Ans: b) To connect 200 startups from both countries within two years 15.How many major green projects in areas like green hydrogen and solar parks have been proposed for collaboration between India and Oman over the next five years? a) Three b) Five c) Seven d) Ten Ans: b) Five

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1.Which Indian men's doubles pair competed in the BWF World Tour Finals in China after a victory against Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri? a) Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag ...

1.Which Indian men's doubles pair competed in the BWF World Tour Finals in China after a victory against Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri? a) Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty c) B. Sai Praneeth and H.S. Prannoy d) Manu Attri and B. Sumeeth Reddy Ans: b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty 2.In which league did Indian chess players Gukesh Dommaraju and Arjun Erigaisi secure their inaugural wins against Alpine SG Pipers? a) World Chess Championship b) Tata Steel Chess Tournament c) Global Chess League (GCL) d) FIDE Candidates Tournament Ans: c) Global Chess League (GCL) 3.What is the primary reason for the disruptions currently facing the Indian Super League (ISL) 2025-26 season? a) Lack of stadium infrastructure b) Withdrawal of major sponsors c) Issues concerning the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement with AIFF d) Conflict with the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) schedule Ans: c) Issues concerning the renewal of the Master Rights Agreement with AIFF 4.In response to administrative issues, what new model have ISL clubs proposed for the league? a) A government-funded league model b) A club-owned league model with AIFF as the regulatory body c) A merger with the I-League d) A completely independent league without AIFF affiliation Ans: b) A club-owned league model with AIFF as the regulatory body 5.Which prominent Indian player recently voiced concerns regarding the potential lack of games due to the administrative issues in Indian football? a) Sunil Chhetri b) Sandesh Jhingan c) Gurpreet Singh Sandhu d) Sahal Abdul Samad Ans: c) Gurpreet Singh Sandhu 6.The government of Jammu and Kashmir has established a high-level committee to investigate the selection process for which tournament? a) Durand Cup b) Santosh Trophy 2025 c) Subroto Cup d) Federation Cup Ans: b) Santosh Trophy 2025 7.Which initiative is currently gaining momentum to encourage winter sports and fitness among the youth in India? a) Fit India Movement b) Khelo India Winter Games c) National Winter Sports Policy d) Himalayan Sports Exchange Ans: b) Khelo India Winter Games 8.Who won the Senior Skeet Mixed Team Gold at the National Shooting Championship? a) Abhinav Bindra and Manu Bhaker b) Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Darshna Rathore c) Saurabh Chaudhary and Apurvi Chandela d) Gagan Narang and Heena Sidhu Ans: b) Anantjeet Singh Naruka and Darshna Rathore 9.The Santosh Trophy is a prestigious national championship associated with which sport in India? a) Cricket b) Hockey c) Football d) Kabaddi Ans: c) Football 10.Indian boxers recently secured multiple medals at which international event? a) World Boxing Championships b) Asian Boxing Championship c) Commonwealth Games d) Olympic Qualifiers Ans: b) Asian Boxing Championship

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1.Which organization, in collaboration with the Dr. Raje Institute, launched India's first AI-driven community screening program for diabetic retinopathy? a) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) b) Armed Forces Medical Services ...

1.Which organization, in collaboration with the Dr. Raje Institute, launched India's first AI-driven community screening program for diabetic retinopathy? a) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) b) Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) c) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) d) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare Ans: b) Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) 2.The integration of Artificial Intelligence in the Indian judicial process is currently being explored under which project? a) Justice Delivery Mission 2025 b) Digital India Land Records Project c) eCourts Mission Mode Project Phase-III d) National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) Ans: c) eCourts Mission Mode Project Phase-III 3.What was India's rank in the Global Innovation Index 2025? a) 40th b) 38th c) 42nd d) 35th Ans: b) 38th 4.According to the 2025 scientific footprint data, what is India's global rank in terms of research publications? a) 1st b) 2nd c) 3rd d) 5th Ans: c) 3rd 5.What is the total financial outlay approved for the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme over a period of six years? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹75,000 crore c) ₹1 lakh crore d) ₹2 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1 lakh crore 6.The Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) was established under which specific legislation? a) ANRF Act, 2021 b) National Science Foundation Act, 2022 c) ANRF Act, 2023 d) Research and Development Act, 2024 Ans: c) ANRF Act, 2023 7.Which private sector space-tech company successfully test-fired an indigenous 3D-printed rocket engine? a) Skyroot Aerospace b) Agnikul Cosmos c) Bellatrix Aerospace d) Pixxel Ans: b) Agnikul Cosmos 8.In the Global Innovation Index 2025 reporting, India secured which rank globally in intellectual property (IP) filings? a) 3rd b) 6th c) 10th d) 12th Ans: b) 6th 9.Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a focus 'sunrise sector' under the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme? a) Quantum technologies b) Clean energy c) Traditional textile manufacturing d) Biotechnology Ans: c) Traditional textile manufacturing 10.The discovery of a 'missing link' in cellular mechanisms by Indian scientists is expected to primarily advance therapies for which of the following? a) Tuberculosis and Malaria b) Alzheimer's and Cancer c) Diabetes and Hypertension d) COVID-19 and Influenza Ans: b) Alzheimer's and Cancer

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1.Under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), what unique provision has been granted to Indian firms investing in Oman? a) Exemption from all corporate taxes for 10 years b) Permission to employ 100% Ind...

1.Under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), what unique provision has been granted to Indian firms investing in Oman? a) Exemption from all corporate taxes for 10 years b) Permission to employ 100% Indian staff c) Free land acquisition in industrial zones d) Exclusive rights to oil exploration in the Gulf Ans: b) Permission to employ 100% Indian staff 2.The India-Oman CEPA provides zero-duty access for what percentage of Oman's tariff lines for Indian exports? a) 75% b) 85% c) 95% d) Over 98% Ans: d) Over 98% 3.According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), what is the revised timeline for India to achieve the $5 trillion economy goal? a) 2024-25 b) 2026-27 c) 2028-29 d) 2030-31 Ans: c) 2028-29 4.What was the primary reason cited by the IMF for the delay in India reaching the $5 trillion target? a) A collapse in real economic growth b) High levels of unemployment c) Factors related to the rupee-dollar exchange rate and nominal GDP calculation d) A significant decline in agricultural output Ans: c) Factors related to the rupee-dollar exchange rate and nominal GDP calculation 5.In December 2025, the RBI Governor characterized the Indian economy as being in a 'Goldilocks period'. What does this term signify? a) Low growth and high inflation b) High growth and high inflation c) High growth and low inflation d) Negative growth and deflation Ans: c) High growth and low inflation 6.Following the 25 basis points reduction by the Monetary Policy Committee in December 2025, what is the new repo rate? a) 5.00% b) 5.25% c) 5.50% d) 6.00% Ans: b) 5.25% 7.Which of the following sectors is NOT specifically mentioned as a major beneficiary of nil duties under the India-Oman CEPA? a) Gems and jewellery b) Pharmaceuticals c) Information Technology services d) Automobiles Ans: c) Information Technology services 8.India's trade deficit with China is projected to reach which milestone in 2025? a) $80 billion b) $95 billion c) $106 billion d) $125 billion Ans: c) $106 billion 9.Which category accounts for the largest share of imports from China, contributing significantly to the trade deficit? a) Organic chemicals b) Plastics c) Electronics d) Machinery Ans: c) Electronics 10.What was the growth rate of India's net direct tax collections as of December 17 in the current financial year? a) 5% b) 8% c) 12% d) 15% Ans: b) 8% 11.Which of the following was identified as a regulatory challenge hindering private investment in India during 2025? a) High corporate tax rates b) Low state capability within statutory regulatory authorities (SRAs) c) Lack of skilled labor in the manufacturing sector d) High import duties on raw materials Ans: b) Low state capability within statutory regulatory authorities (SRAs) 12.The government's initiatives to boost the 'Ease of Doing Business' specifically for MSMEs include which of the following? a) Nationalization of small-scale industries b) Mandatory export quotas for all small units c) Digitizing compliance and improving access to credit d) Fixing the prices of all MSME products Ans: c) Digitizing compliance and improving access to credit

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1.India recently elevated its bilateral relations to a 'Strategic Partnership' with which African nation? a) Egypt b) Ethiopia c) South Africa d) Nigeria Ans: b) Ethiopia 2.Which country will assume the BRICS presidency for ...

1.India recently elevated its bilateral relations to a 'Strategic Partnership' with which African nation? a) Egypt b) Ethiopia c) South Africa d) Nigeria Ans: b) Ethiopia 2.Which country will assume the BRICS presidency for the year 2026? a) Brazil b) Russia c) India d) China Ans: c) India 3.What is the name of the highest civilian honor conferred upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his visit to Oman? a) Order of Zayed b) First Class of the Order of Oman c) King Hamad Order of the Renaissance d) Order of the Distinguished Rule of Izzuddin Ans: b) First Class of the Order of Oman 4.The Trump administration expanded its travel ban to include full restrictions on which group of countries? a) Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria b) Libya, Somalia, Yemen, Iran, and Iraq c) Sudan, Chad, Mali, Niger, and Syria d) Ethiopia, Somalia, Syria, Mali, and Niger Ans: a) Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger, South Sudan, and Syria 5.What was named the '2025 Breakthrough of the Year' by the academic journal Science? a) Advances in Generative AI b) Global surge in renewable energy c) Discovery of life on Mars d) Breakthroughs in Malaria vaccines Ans: b) Global surge in renewable energy 6.The International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved a $20 billion Extended Fund Facility for which country in 2025? a) Cuba b) Venezuela c) Argentina d) Ukraine Ans: c) Argentina 7.NASA and the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory successfully demonstrated which space communications technology? a) Deep Space Optical Communications (DSOC) b) Polylingual Experimental Terminal (PExT) c) Quantum Satellite Link (QSL) d) Interstellar Mesh Network (IMN) Ans: b) Polylingual Experimental Terminal (PExT) 8.Who were the recipients of the 2025 Nobel Prize in Physics for their work on macroscopic quantum effects? a) Alain Aspect, John Clauser, and Anton Zeilinger b) Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, and Anne L'Huillier c) John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis d) Syukuro Manabe, Klaus Hasselmann, and Giorgio Parisi Ans: c) John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret, and John M. Martinis 9.In the context of Indian banking, what was the primary purpose of the consolidation of 26 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in 2025? a) To privatize rural banking services b) To establish a unified national brand identity and a common logo c) To shut down non-performing rural branches d) To merge RRBs with major Public Sector Banks like SBI Ans: b) To establish a unified national brand identity and a common logo 10.Which trade agreement was signed between India and Oman to boost trade, investment, and services? a) Free Trade Agreement (FTA) b) Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) c) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) d) Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) Ans: c) Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) 11.According to the journal Science, which country currently produces 80% of the world's solar cells? a) United States b) India c) Germany d) China Ans: d) China 12.What is the primary objective of the 'National Mission for Digital Literacy in Schools' launched by the Government of India? a) To provide free laptops to all students b) To equip students with essential digital skills c) To replace physical textbooks with tablets d) To install high-speed internet in rural homes Ans: b) To equip students with essential digital skills 13.Which South American country was awarded a major development grant by the U.S. Millennium Challenge Corporation in 2025? a) Bolivia b) Guatemala c) Ecuador d) Peru Ans: c) Ecuador 14.Google Quantum AI reported a physics simulation experiment that achieved a speedup of how many times over the world's fastest supercomputer? a) 1,000-fold b) 5,000-fold c) 13,000-fold d) 50,000-fold Ans: c) 13,000-fold 15.Mass protests erupted in Bangladesh following the death of which student leader? a) Sharif Osman Haidi b) Sheikh Mujibur Rahman c) Mohammad Yunus d) Khaleda Zia Ans: a) Sharif Osman Haidi

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1.Which landmark legislation has been passed by the Parliament in 2025 to replace the Atomic Energy Act of 1962? a) Atomic Energy Modernization Bill b) SHANTI Bill, 2025 c) Nuclear Safety and Liability Act d) Sustainable Energy Infra...

1.Which landmark legislation has been passed by the Parliament in 2025 to replace the Atomic Energy Act of 1962? a) Atomic Energy Modernization Bill b) SHANTI Bill, 2025 c) Nuclear Safety and Liability Act d) Sustainable Energy Infrastructure Bill Ans: b) SHANTI Bill, 2025 2.The SHANTI Bill 2025 aims to restructure India's nuclear sector by replacing which of the following acts? a) Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 b) Electricity Act, 2003 c) Environmental Protection Act, 1986 d) National Green Tribunal Act, 2010 Ans: a) Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 3.What is the primary objective of the Securities Markets Code Bill, 2025 introduced in the Lok Sabha? a) To nationalize private stock exchanges b) To consolidate multiple existing laws into a single, principle-based code c) To ban algorithmic trading in the Indian market d) To increase the corporate tax rate for listed companies Ans: b) To consolidate multiple existing laws into a single, principle-based code 4.Which country recently became the first to recognize trade in AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy) within its trade framework as per a CEPA with India? a) United Arab Emirates b) Saudi Arabia c) Oman d) Qatar Ans: c) Oman 5.Under the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), what percentage of India’s exports by value will receive zero-duty access? a) 50% b) 75% c) 90% d) 99% Ans: d) 99% 6.What is 'DHRUV64', which was recently announced by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)? a) A high-speed railway engine b) An indigenous microprocessor c) A deep-sea exploration submarine d) A satellite for 6G communication Ans: b) An indigenous microprocessor 7.Which organization developed the fully indigenous microprocessor DHRUV64? a) ISRO b) DRDO c) C-DAC d) HAL Ans: c) C-DAC 8.On December 19, 2025, which Indian state celebrated its 64th Liberation Day from Portuguese rule? a) Puducherry b) Goa c) Sikkim d) Dadra and Nagar Haveli Ans: b) Goa 9.Following the merger of 26 Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in 2025, what is the total number of RRBs remaining in India? a) 196 b) 56 c) 43 d) 28 Ans: d) 28 10.According to the GBD Study and WHO reports (1990-2023), what is the estimated percentage of women in India aged 15–49 who experience Intimate Partner Violence (IPV)? a) 15% b) 25.8% c) 30% d) 45% Ans: c) 30% 11.In the context of electoral roll revisions, what did the Supreme Court of India emphasize regarding the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise? a) Speed should be the only priority to meet election dates b) Accuracy and inclusiveness should not be overridden by speed c) All voters above 80 should be automatically deleted d) The ECI should stop all deletions immediately Ans: b) Accuracy and inclusiveness should not be overridden by speed 12.The VB-G RAM G Bill, which has faced opposition protests in Parliament, is related to which sector? a) Digital Banking b) Rural Jobs and MGNREGA c) Space Exploration d) Higher Education Ans: b) Rural Jobs and MGNREGA 13.Which infrastructure initiative was NOT specifically mentioned by Home Minister Amit Shah at the CREDAI National Conclave 2025? a) Bharatmala b) Sagarmala c) Parvatmala d) Akashmala Ans: d) Akashmala 14.As part of new pollution control measures in Delhi, fuel stations are prohibited from selling fuel to vehicles that do not possess which document? a) Vehicle Registration Certificate b) Valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) c) Aadhaar Card of the driver d) Comprehensive Insurance Policy Ans: b) Valid Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC) 15.Which country is India's second major trade partner in West Asia to sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), following the UAE? a) Kuwait b) Oman c) Bahrain d) Israel Ans: b) Oman

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1.Which existing legislation is replaced by the 'Viksit Bharat – Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025'? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Gua...

1.Which existing legislation is replaced by the 'Viksit Bharat – Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025'? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) c) National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) d) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana Ans: b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) 2.Under the VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, the guaranteed wage employment per rural household has been increased to how many days? a) 100 days b) 110 days c) 125 days d) 150 days Ans: c) 125 days 3.What is the cost-sharing pattern between the Centre and the Northeastern and Himalayan states under the VB-G RAM G Bill? a) 60:40 b) 75:25 c) 50:50 d) 90:10 Ans: d) 90:10 4.The VB-G RAM G Bill transitions the rural employment framework from a rights-based, demand-driven model to which of the following? a) A purely state-funded model b) A budget-capped, supply-driven framework c) A private-sector-led employment model d) A community-driven, non-funded framework Ans: b) A budget-capped, supply-driven framework 5.Which of the following statutory bodies is NOT proposed to be scrapped by the 'Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025'? a) University Grants Commission (UGC) b) All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) c) Medical Council of India (MCI) d) National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE) Ans: c) Medical Council of India (MCI) 6.The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, proposes the creation of which three specific councils? a) Finance, Research, and Innovation Councils b) Regulatory, Accreditation, and Standards Councils c) Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Councils d) Technical, Vocational, and Academic Councils Ans: b) Regulatory, Accreditation, and Standards Councils 7.What is the total outlay approved for the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme over a period of six years? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹75,000 crore c) ₹1 lakh crore d) ₹2 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1 lakh crore 8.The National Quantum Mission (NQM) is being implemented with an outlay of ₹6,003.65 crore for a duration of how many years? a) Five years b) Eight years c) Ten years d) Twelve years Ans: b) Eight years 9.According to the projections mentioned in the content, what is the expected size of India's biotechnology sector by 2030? a) USD 165.7 billion b) USD 200 billion c) USD 300 billion d) USD 500 billion Ans: c) USD 300 billion 10.Which foundation has been established to seed, grow, and promote R&D across India's academic and research institutions? a) National Science Foundation of India b) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) c) Bharat Innovation Foundation d) Viksit Bharat Research Council Ans: b) Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) 11.With which country has India signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to accelerate trade and investment as discussed in December 2025? a) United Arab Emirates b) Oman c) Saudi Arabia d) Qatar Ans: b) Oman 12.Under the 2025 reforms to the National Pension System (NPS), non-government subscribers are allowed an enhanced lump-sum withdrawal of up to what percentage? a) 50% b) 60% c) 75% d) 80% Ans: d) 80% 13.On which date is Minorities Rights Day observed in India? a) December 10 b) December 15 c) December 18 d) December 25 Ans: c) December 18 14.The VB-G RAM G Bill emphasizes integrating rural planning through 'Viksit Gram Panchayat Plans' with which national infrastructure platform? a) PM Gati Shakti b) Digital India c) Bharatmala Pariyojana d) Sagarmala Project Ans: a) PM Gati Shakti 15.What was the official clarification regarding the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) for central government employees in December 2025? a) It will be reinstated by 2026 b) It will be optional for employees with 20+ years of service c) There is no proposal to reinstate it under NPS or UPS d) It will be merged with the Unified Pension System (UPS) Ans: c) There is no proposal to reinstate it under NPS or UPS

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1.Where is the BWF World Tour Finals 2025 being held, where the Indian duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are competing? a) Jakarta, Indonesia b) Hangzhou, China c) New Delhi, India d) Tokyo, Japan Ans: b) Hangzhou, China ...

1.Where is the BWF World Tour Finals 2025 being held, where the Indian duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are competing? a) Jakarta, Indonesia b) Hangzhou, China c) New Delhi, India d) Tokyo, Japan Ans: b) Hangzhou, China 2.Viswanathan Anand is set to make his competitive return after a six-year hiatus at which upcoming chess tournament? a) Global Chess League 2025 b) FIDE World Cup 2025 c) Tata Steel Chess India 2025 d) Candidates Tournament 2025 Ans: c) Tata Steel Chess India 2025 3.Which Indian football club has been banned by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) from continental competitions until the 2027-28 season? a) East Bengal FC b) Mumbai City FC c) Mohun Bagan Super Giant d) Bengaluru FC Ans: c) Mohun Bagan Super Giant 4.India's first transgender football league was launched in December 2025 in which city? a) Kolkata b) Jamshedpur c) Raipur d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Jamshedpur 5.What was the primary reason for the AFC's ban and fine imposed on Mohun Bagan Super Giant? a) Use of ineligible players b) Financial irregularities c) Refusal to travel to Iran for a fixture d) Fan misconduct during a continental match Ans: c) Refusal to travel to Iran for a fixture 6.In which city did the World Tennis League (WTL) make its debut in India in December 2025? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Bengaluru d) Hyderabad Ans: c) Bengaluru 7.What was the achievement of the Indian team at the FIH Hockey Men's Junior World Cup 2025? a) Gold Medal b) Silver Medal c) Bronze Medal d) Fourth Place Ans: c) Bronze Medal 8.India has officially announced its decision to bid for hosting the Olympic Games in which year? a) 2030 b) 2032 c) 2036 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2036 9.The National Transgender Sports Meet 2025 is scheduled to be hosted in which city? a) Jamshedpur b) Raipur c) Kolkata d) New Delhi Ans: b) Raipur 10.Which team did D Gukesh and Arjun Erigaisi lead to their first victory in the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025? a) Ganges Grandmasters b) Alaskan Knights c) VB Realty Hawks d) AOS Eagles Ans: b) Alaskan Knights

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1.According to recent updates on the Gaganyaan mission, what is the target year for India's first crewed spaceflight? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2027-28 d) 2030-31 Ans: c) 2027-28 2.By which year does India aim to establish th...

1.According to recent updates on the Gaganyaan mission, what is the target year for India's first crewed spaceflight? a) 2024-25 b) 2025-26 c) 2027-28 d) 2030-31 Ans: c) 2027-28 2.By which year does India aim to establish the 'Bharatiya Antariksh Station'? a) 2027 b) 2030 c) 2035 d) 2040 Ans: c) 2035 3.Which Indian state has announced plans to establish a 'Quantum Valley' in its capital city to become a hub for quantum technology? a) Karnataka b) Telangana c) Tamil Nadu d) Andhra Pradesh Ans: d) Andhra Pradesh 4.Under the National Quantum Mission (NQM), which specific technology is India prioritizing for development through collaborations between academia and startups? a) Fiber-optic sensors b) Superconducting qubit chips c) Silicon-based solar cells d) Next-gen lithium batteries Ans: b) Superconducting qubit chips 5.What is the name of India's first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor? a) SHAKTI b) DHRUV64 c) VIKRAM d) PRITHVI Ans: b) DHRUV64 6.Which organization is responsible for the development of the DHRUV64 microprocessor? a) ISRO b) DRDO c) C-DAC d) HAL Ans: c) C-DAC 7.India's first AI-driven community screening program launched recently is specifically designed to detect which medical condition? a) Tuberculosis b) Diabetic Retinopathy c) Hypertension d) Early-stage Lung Cancer Ans: b) Diabetic Retinopathy 8.In the global tech startup ecosystem for 2025, what was India's rank in terms of total funding raised? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 9.Which two Indian cities emerged as the top-funded hubs for tech startups in 2025? a) Bengaluru and Delhi b) Bengaluru and Mumbai c) Hyderabad and Chennai d) Mumbai and Pune Ans: b) Bengaluru and Mumbai 10.What is the name of the ISRO initiative that outlines research problems for collaboration with academic institutions? a) SPACE-LINK 2025 b) ACADEMIA Basket c) RESPOND Basket 2025 d) ISRO-UGC Connect Ans: c) RESPOND Basket 2025

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1.On which date did India and Oman sign the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)? a) August 15, 2025 b) December 18, 2025 c) January 26, 2025 d) November 10, 2025 Ans: b) December 18, 2025 2.The India-Oman CEP...

1.On which date did India and Oman sign the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)? a) August 15, 2025 b) December 18, 2025 c) January 26, 2025 d) November 10, 2025 Ans: b) December 18, 2025 2.The India-Oman CEPA is significant for Oman as it represents its first free trade pact in how many years? a) Five years b) Ten years c) Nearly two decades d) Three decades Ans: c) Nearly two decades 3.What percentage of the total value of India's exports to Oman will receive duty-free access under the newly signed CEPA? a) 75% b) 85% c) 90% d) Nearly 99% Ans: d) Nearly 99% 4.According to the recent economic performance review mentioned, what is India's current global ranking by GDP size? a) Third-largest b) Fourth-largest c) Fifth-largest d) Second-largest Ans: b) Fourth-largest 5.India's telecom exports grew from US$1.10 billion to US$2.03 billion, representing a growth of: a) 52% b) 62% c) 72% d) 82% Ans: c) 72% 6.Which country's decision to increase import tariffs to 50% in August 2025 has led India to aggressively pursue more Free Trade Agreements? a) China b) United Kingdom c) United States d) Germany Ans: c) United States 7.Sanjeev Sanyal, a member of the EAC-PM, compared the current weakness of the Indian Rupee to historical trends seen in which two countries during their high-growth phases? a) USA and UK b) China and Japan c) Germany and France d) Brazil and Russia Ans: b) China and Japan 8.HCL Technologies announced the acquisition of which company's Telco Solutions Business for USD 160 million? a) IBM b) Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) c) Cisco d) Ericsson Ans: b) Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) 9.Which company is Reliance Industries acquiring a majority stake in to expand its presence in the FMCG sector? a) Haldiram's b) Udhaiyams c) Bikano d) MTR Foods Ans: b) Udhaiyams 10.Which infrastructure firm's joint venture recently secured a contract worth Rs 1,804.48 crore from the Municipal Corporation of Greater Mumbai (MCGM)? a) L&T Infrastructure b) GPT Infraprojects c) Dilip Buildcon d) Afcons Infrastructure Ans: b) GPT Infraprojects 11.How much capital did Vodafone Idea raise through its Non-Convertible Debenture (NCD) issue to support operations? a) Rs 1,500 crore b) Rs 2,200 crore c) Rs 3,300 crore d) Rs 5,000 crore Ans: c) Rs 3,300 crore 12.Beyond goods, what other areas does the India-Oman CEPA encompass? a) Only agricultural tariffs b) Services, investment facilitation, and professional mobility c) Only maritime security d) Defense procurement and space exploration only Ans: b) Services, investment facilitation, and professional mobility

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1.What is the total value of the record-setting National Defense Authorization Act recently approved by the U.S. Senate? a) $800 billion b) $846 billion c) $901 billion d) $950 billion Ans: c) $901 billion 2.The United State...

1.What is the total value of the record-setting National Defense Authorization Act recently approved by the U.S. Senate? a) $800 billion b) $846 billion c) $901 billion d) $950 billion Ans: c) $901 billion 2.The United States recently imposed sanctions on two International Criminal Court (ICC) judges for their involvement in investigating which nation's nationals without consent? a) Venezuela b) Israel c) Georgia d) Mongolia Ans: b) Israel 3.India recently formalized a bilateral visa waiver agreement with which country for diplomatic, special, and official passport holders? a) Argentina b) Jordan c) Saudi Arabia d) Belarus Ans: c) Saudi Arabia 4.The ICAR–INTA Work Plan 2025–27, signed between India and Argentina, is focused on cooperation in which sector? a) Space Exploration b) Agricultural Research c) Renewable Energy d) Defense Manufacturing Ans: b) Agricultural Research 5.Which Nobel Peace Prize winner was recently released from prison by Belarus as part of a group of 123 political prisoners? a) Ales Bialiatski b) Maria Ressa c) Dmitry Muratov d) Narges Mohammadi Ans: a) Ales Bialiatski 6.A recent U.S. executive order aims to reclassify marijuana to which category to ease regulations and expand medical research? a) Schedule I b) Schedule II c) Schedule III d) Schedule IV Ans: c) Schedule III 7.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved an $846 million loan to India for which primary purpose? a) Building high-speed rail corridors b) Bolstering skill development and employability programs c) Developing smart cities in Madhya Pradesh d) Expanding the National Highway network Ans: b) Bolstering skill development and employability programs 8.Which country recently indicated its intention to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA) during a visit by the Indian Prime Minister? a) Argentina b) Jordan c) Cambodia d) Sudan Ans: b) Jordan 9.What is the primary objective of the 'Genesis Mission' launched by the U.S. Department of Energy? a) To explore the surface of Mars b) To leverage AI to accelerate scientific discovery c) To develop deep-sea mining technologies d) To establish a permanent lunar base Ans: b) To leverage AI to accelerate scientific discovery 10.Physicists at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have achieved near-perfect quantum control over which molecular ion? a) Hydrogen chloride b) Calcium monohydride c) Sodium chloride d) Magnesium oxide Ans: b) Calcium monohydride 11.Where did the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) launch India's first 2-kilometer 'wildlife-safe road'? a) National Highway 44 in Jammu and Kashmir b) National Highway 45 in Madhya Pradesh c) National Highway 1 in Punjab d) National Highway 66 in Kerala Ans: b) National Highway 45 in Madhya Pradesh 12.Who is slated to receive the 2026 Mary Beth Maddox Award and Lectureship for pioneering cancer research? a) Dr. Craig Kaplan b) Dr. Maralice Conacci-Sorrell c) Jane Dever d) Gocha Lordkipanidze Ans: b) Dr. Maralice Conacci-Sorrell 13.Which airline was honored as the 'Best Domestic Airline' at the Travel + Leisure India & South Asia Awards 2025? a) IndiGo b) Air India c) Vistara d) SpiceJet Ans: b) Air India 14.Which Indian sports team recently secured a historic World Cup title in 2025? a) Hockey team b) Squash team c) Archery team d) Table Tennis team Ans: b) Squash team 15.The UN Human Rights office expressed alarm over renewed deadly violence along the border of which two countries? a) India and Jordan b) Thailand and Cambodia c) Belarus and Ukraine d) Sudan and Ethiopia Ans: b) Thailand and Cambodia

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1.The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, aims to replace which of the following acts? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guar...

1.The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G) Bill, 2025, aims to replace which of the following acts? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) c) National Social Assistance Programme (NSAP) d) Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana (DAY-NRLM) Ans: b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) 2.Under the newly passed VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, how many days of rural jobs are guaranteed every year? a) 100 days b) 150 days c) 125 days d) 200 days Ans: c) 125 days 3.The SHANTI Bill, 2025, recently passed by Parliament, replaces which of the following legislations? a) Atomic Energy Act of 1962 and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act of 2010 b) Electricity Act of 2003 and Energy Conservation Act of 2001 c) Nuclear Safety Regulatory Authority Bill of 2011 d) Weapons of Mass Destruction and their Delivery Systems Act of 2005 Ans: a) Atomic Energy Act of 1962 and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act of 2010 4.Which regulatory body is granted statutory status under the Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025? a) Nuclear Power Corporation of India (NPCIL) b) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) c) Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) d) Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) Ans: c) Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) 5.Which state assembly recently passed a bill to criminalize social boycott based on caste or class and empowered police to act 'suo motu'? a) Jharkhand b) Andhra Pradesh c) Karnataka d) Maharashtra Ans: c) Karnataka 6.The Jharkhand Platform-Based Gig Workers (Registration and Welfare) Bill, 2025, is primarily aimed at which group? a) Agricultural laborers b) Mining industry workers c) Platform-based delivery and service workers d) Public sector employees Ans: c) Platform-based delivery and service workers 7.What is the new limit for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the insurance sector as per the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025? a) 49% b) 74% c) 100% d) 51% Ans: c) 100% 8.With which country did India sign a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) on December 18, 2025? a) UAE b) Oman c) Netherlands d) Bangladesh Ans: b) Oman 9.Which prestigious award was conferred upon Prime Minister Narendra Modi by Oman in December 2025, marking his 29th top foreign state honour? a) The Order of Zayed b) The First Class of the Order of Oman c) The King Hamad Order of the Renaissance d) The Grand Collar of the State of Palestine Ans: b) The First Class of the Order of Oman 10.Where is the 2nd edition of the India-UAE joint military exercise 'Desert Cyclone II' scheduled to take place? a) Rajasthan, India b) Abu Dhabi, UAE c) Dubai, UAE d) Himachal Pradesh, India Ans: b) Abu Dhabi, UAE 11.What was India's rank in the Global Innovation Index 2025? a) 40th b) 38th c) 42nd d) 46th Ans: b) 38th 12.Which organization launched India's first AI-driven community screening program for Diabetic Retinopathy? a) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) b) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) c) Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) d) NITI Aayog Ans: c) Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) 13.Under the National Quantum Mission, India is actively investing in the development of which specific technology? a) Graphene Transistors b) Superconducting Qubit Chips c) Neuromorphic Chips d) Optical Fiber Sensors Ans: b) Superconducting Qubit Chips 14.Who has been appointed as the Managing Director (MD) of the State Bank of India (SBI) effective from December 15, 2025? a) B. Sairam b) Ravi Ranjan c) N Chandrababu Naidu d) Dinesh Khara Ans: b) Ravi Ranjan 15.According to a 2024 report by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), which country topped the global rankings of sports drug cheats for the third consecutive year? a) Russia b) USA c) India d) China Ans: c) India 16.India recently clinched a historic World Cup title in which of the following sports? a) Kabaddi b) Squash c) Hockey d) Chess Ans: b) Squash 17.The Karnataka Scheduled Castes (Sub-Categorisation) Bill, 2025, aims to sub-categorize which existing percentage of reservation for Scheduled Castes? a) 15% b) 17% c) 19% d) 21% Ans: b) 17% 18.Which Indian political leader was selected for the Economic Times 'Business Reformer of the Year' award in 2025? a) Narendra Modi b) N Chandrababu Naidu c) Amit Shah d) Dr. Jitendra Singh Ans: b) N Chandrababu Naidu

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December 18, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.Which target year has the Indian government set for achieving 100 GW of atomic energy generation, as mentioned during the passage of the Nuclear Energy Bill? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.The 'Sabka Bima S...

1.Which target year has the Indian government set for achieving 100 GW of atomic energy generation, as mentioned during the passage of the Nuclear Energy Bill? a) 2030 b) 2035 c) 2047 d) 2050 Ans: c) 2047 2.The 'Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Act, 2025' primarily aims to achieve which of the following? a) Nationalize all private insurance firms b) Raise FDI in the insurance sector and facilitate seamless claim settlements c) Reduce the number of insurance providers in India d) Provide free insurance to all citizens below the poverty line Ans: b) Raise FDI in the insurance sector and facilitate seamless claim settlements 3.In which year is India set to assume the BRICS chairmanship and host the 18th BRICS Summit? a) 2024 b) 2025 c) 2026 d) 2027 Ans: c) 2026 4.Which state government launched the 'Jan-Jan Ki Sarkar, Jan-Jan Ke Dwar' campaign to ensure delivery of welfare schemes to rural areas? a) Himachal Pradesh b) Uttarakhand c) Uttar Pradesh d) Chhattisgarh Ans: b) Uttarakhand 5.According to data mentioned in the report, Gross Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) in Public Sector Banks for education loans declined to what percentage in FY 2024–25? a) 7% b) 5% c) 2% d) 10% Ans: c) 2% 6.What is 'DHRUV64', which was recently unveiled by the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC)? a) India's first indigenous supercomputer b) A new satellite for weather monitoring c) India's first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor d) A high-speed electric locomotive Ans: c) India's first fully indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor 7.Which organization spearheaded the launch of India's first AI-driven community screening program for diabetic retinopathy (DR)? a) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) b) Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) c) AIIMS New Delhi d) World Health Organization (WHO) Ans: b) Armed Forces Medical Services (AFMS) 8.The 'Param Vir Dirgha', a gallery displaying portraits of all 21 Param Vir Chakra awardees, was recently inaugurated at which location? a) National War Memorial b) Rashtrapati Bhavan c) Red Fort d) India Gate Ans: b) Rashtrapati Bhavan 9.Who was conferred with the UNEP Champions of the Earth Award 2025? a) Supriya Sahu b) Pushkar Singh Dhami c) Ravi Ranjan d) Kushal Pal Singh Ans: a) Supriya Sahu 10.India signed the 'Work Plan 2025-27' to boost bilateral agricultural research and technology exchange with which country? a) Ethiopia b) Argentina c) Jordan d) Oman Ans: b) Argentina 11.Which organization became the first Indian entity to receive the IEEE SA Corporate Award 2025? a) ISRO b) C-DoT c) C-DAC d) NSE Ans: b) C-DoT 12.The Indian squash team achieved a historic milestone by winning their maiden World Cup gold medal. Where was this tournament held? a) Egypt b) Malaysia c) India d) England Ans: c) India 13.Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director (MD) of the State Bank of India (SBI)? a) Ashish Chauhan b) Ravi Ranjan c) Suresh Goyal d) Jitendra Singh Ans: b) Ravi Ranjan 14.According to the National Handicrafts Awards report, what percentage of the 32 lakh people employed in India's handicraft sector are women? a) 50% b) 68% c) 75% d) 40% Ans: b) 68% 15.What is the primary focus of the 'Clean Rivers Mission Phase-II' launched by the Government of India? a) Interlinking of all major rivers b) Rejuvenation through pollution control and wastewater treatment c) Privatization of river water distribution d) Building hydroelectric dams on every river Ans: b) Rejuvenation through pollution control and wastewater treatment

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December 17, 2025 - Current affairs for all the Exams

1.The Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–G RAM G) Bill, 2025, is set to replace which existing landmark social welfare program? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Mahatma Gandhi Nationa...

1.The Viksit Bharat – Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB–G RAM G) Bill, 2025, is set to replace which existing landmark social welfare program? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) c) National Rural Livelihoods Mission (NRLM) d) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) Ans: b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) 2.What is the proposed increase in guaranteed days of employment for rural households under the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025? a) From 75 days to 100 days b) From 100 days to 125 days c) From 120 days to 150 days d) From 90 days to 120 days Ans: b) From 100 days to 125 days 3.For most states, what is the new cost-sharing ratio between the central and state governments for funding under the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025? a) 50:50 b) 75:25 c) 60:40 d) 90:10 Ans: c) 60:40 4.Which of the following is NOT one of the four thematic domains emphasized by the VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025? a) Water security b) Urban infrastructure development c) Livelihood-related infrastructure d) Mitigation of extreme weather events Ans: b) Urban infrastructure development 5.The VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, aims for integration with which national master plan for efficient management of rural public works? a) PM Awas Yojana b) PM Jan Dhan Yojana c) PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan d) PM Ujjwala Yojana Ans: c) PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan 6.The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, 2025, aims to replace which two prominent existing regulatory bodies in higher education? a) NITI Aayog and Planning Commission b) University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) c) National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) d) Medical Council of India (MCI) and Bar Council of India (BCI) Ans: b) University Grants Commission (UGC) and All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) 7.A significant feature of the VBSA Bill, 2025, intended to minimize conflicts of interest, is the separation of: a) Academic curriculum design from examination conduct b) Research funding from teaching grants c) Funding powers from regulatory authority d) Public universities from private institutions Ans: c) Funding powers from regulatory authority 8.What is the maximum penalty range specified in the VBSA Bill, 2025, for various violations, with the highest for institutions operating without required accreditation? a) Up to ₹5 lakh b) From ₹10 lakh to over ₹2 crore c) From ₹1 lakh to ₹50 lakh d) From ₹50,000 to ₹1 crore Ans: b) From ₹10 lakh to over ₹2 crore 9.Who chaired the High-Level Committee that approved the 'National Project for Strengthening Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction Initiatives in Panchayati Raj Institutions'? a) Prime Minister of India b) Union Minister of Finance c) Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah d) Union Minister of Rural Development Ans: c) Union Home Minister Shri Amit Shah 10.The 'National Project for Strengthening Community Based Disaster Risk Reduction Initiatives' primarily targets the integration of DRR practices into governance structures at which level? a) National level b) State level c) District level d) Panchayat level Ans: d) Panchayat level 11.India's non-fossil electricity capacity surpassed 50% in 2025, achieving this milestone how many years ahead of schedule? a) 2 years b) 3 years c) 5 years d) 10 years Ans: c) 5 years 12.According to the 'Mapping India's Energy Policy 2025' report, what was the approximate year-on-year increase in clean energy subsidies in FY 2024? a) 15% b) 20% c) 25% d) 31% Ans: d) 31% 13.In FY 2024, what percentage of capital expenditure by central energy-related Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) still flowed into fossil fuel sectors, as highlighted by the 'Mapping India's Energy Policy 2025' report? a) 50% b) 65% c) 83% d) 90% Ans: c) 83% 14.The VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, mandates state governments to announce a period each financial year when work under the scheme will not be undertaken. What is the maximum duration for this period? a) Up to 30 days b) Up to 45 days c) Up to 60 days d) Up to 90 days Ans: c) Up to 60 days 15.What specific provision from the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) is retained in the new VB–G RAM G Bill, 2025, regarding work not being provided? a) Provision for skill development training b) Provision for unemployment allowance if work is not provided within 15 days c) Provision for direct benefit transfer to beneficiaries d) Provision for a minimum wage guarantee regardless of work availability Ans: b) Provision for unemployment allowance if work is not provided within 15 days

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1.Who were India's sole representatives in the men's doubles category at the BWF World Tour Finals 2025? a) Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty c) Prannoy H.S. and Sai Praneeth B. d) Sumeeth ...

1.Who were India's sole representatives in the men's doubles category at the BWF World Tour Finals 2025? a) Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty c) Prannoy H.S. and Sai Praneeth B. d) Sumeeth Reddy and Manu Attri Ans: b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty 2.The BWF World Tour Finals 2025, featuring India's 'Sat-Chi' duo, commenced in which city? a) Beijing, China b) Tokyo, Japan c) Hangzhou, China d) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia Ans: c) Hangzhou, China 3.What was the total number of medals secured by Indian para-athletes at the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games? a) 19 b) 56 c) 8 d) 6 Ans: b) 56 4.Which Indian para-athlete emerged as a double gold medalist in the SU5 category para-badminton events at the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games? a) Shivam Yadav b) Baby Sahana Ravi c) Jatin Azad d) Vishwa Vijay Tambe Ans: c) Jatin Azad 5.In which sport did Baby Sahana Ravi win a gold medal for India at the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games? a) Para-badminton b) Para-athletics c) Para-swimming d) Para-table tennis Ans: d) Para-table tennis 6.Which Indian city is hosting the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025? a) Chennai b) Kolkata c) Mumbai d) Delhi Ans: c) Mumbai 7.Which Indian Grandmaster recently secured the eighth and final spot in the prestigious Candidates tournament? a) Viswanathan Anand b) D Gukesh c) R Praggnanandhaa d) Koneru Humpy Ans: c) R Praggnanandhaa 8.During the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025, five-time World Champion Viswanathan Anand suffered a defeat against which protégé, as mentioned in the text? a) R Praggnanandhaa b) D Gukesh c) Raunak Sadhwani d) Vidit Gujrathi Ans: b) D Gukesh 9.Lionel Messi's "GOAT India Tour 2025" concluded with a star-studded finale in which city? a) Kolkata b) Delhi c) Mumbai d) Jamnagar Ans: d) Jamnagar 10.Which wildlife rescue and conservation facility did Lionel Messi visit during his "GOAT India Tour 2025"? a) Ranthambore National Park b) Vantara facility c) Gir National Park d) Kaziranga National Park Ans: b) Vantara facility 11.Which country is set to host the inaugural Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship in 2026? a) United Kingdom b) Australia c) South Africa d) India Ans: d) India 12.What major Kho Kho event did India successfully organize in New Delhi in 2025, prior to the announcement of the Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship? a) Asian Kho Kho Championship b) National Kho Kho Games c) Kho Kho World Cup d) Youth Kho Kho Festival Ans: c) Kho Kho World Cup 13.How many gold medals were contributed by Indian para-shuttlers at the Dubai 2025 Asian Youth Para Games? a) 3 b) 6 c) 8 d) 19 Ans: c) 8 14.The men's doubles badminton pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are popularly known by what short name? a) Sat-Chi b) Ranki-Chirag c) India Doubles d) Badminton Express Ans: a) Sat-Chi 15.Besides Dronavalli Harika, which other Indian chess player mentioned in the text recorded a win during the Global Chess League (GCL) 2025? a) Koneru Humpy b) R Praggnanandhaa c) Raunak Sadhwani d) Anamika Gupta Ans: c) Raunak Sadhwani

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1.Which institution successfully developed India's first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy for sickle cell disease? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) b) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) c) CSIR–Institute ...

1.Which institution successfully developed India's first indigenous CRISPR-based gene therapy for sickle cell disease? a) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) b) Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) c) CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB) d) Tata Memorial Centre (TMC) Ans: c) CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB) 2.Under the Sickle Cell Anaemia Mission, which organization developed a rapid, low-cost molecular test for early diagnosis and screened over 20 lakh tribal individuals? a) CSIR–Institute of Genomics and Integrative Biology (IGIB) b) CSIR–Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) c) National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) d) Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research (PGIMER) Ans: b) CSIR–Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB) 3.Which CSIR laboratory unveiled India's first climate-resilient buildings, designed to reduce carbon emissions by up to 60 percent? a) CSIR–National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI) b) CSIR–Central Road Research Institute (CRRI) c) CSIR–Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) d) CSIR–National Institute of Oceanography (NIO) Ans: c) CSIR–Central Building Research Institute (CBRI) 4.The world's first port road utilizing steel slag technology was developed in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Chennai c) Hazira d) Visakhapatnam Ans: c) Hazira 5.What is the name of the 20-minute pothole repair solution using steel slag, introduced by CSIR-CRRI? a) ROADFIX b) ECOFIX c) SLAGPATCH d) RAPIDREPAIR Ans: b) ECOFIX 6.India's first road trial for expressway construction using end-of-life plastic technical textiles incorporated approximately how much waste plastic? a) 10 tonnes b) 20 tonnes c) 30 tonnes d) 50 tonnes Ans: c) 30 tonnes 7.On January 16, 2025, ISRO successfully completed the docking of which two satellites, marking a crucial step for future lunar missions? a) Chandrayaan-3 & Pragyan b) Gaganyaan-1 & Gaganyaan-2 c) SPADEX (SDX-01 & SDX-02) d) Mangalyaan-2 & Orbiter Ans: c) SPADEX (SDX-01 & SDX-02) 8.Who became the first Indian ISRO astronaut to visit the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the Axiom 4 mission? a) Rakesh Sharma b) Kalpana Chawla c) Shubhanshu Shukla d) Sunita Williams Ans: c) Shubhanshu Shukla 9.Which satellite was successfully placed into geostationary transfer orbit during ISRO's 100th mission, enhancing India's navigation capabilities? a) GSAT-24 b) IRNSS-1I c) NVS02 d) EOS-06 Ans: c) NVS02 10.The Aditya-L1 mission made a significant contribution to global space science by mapping the magnetic reconnection region during a major solar storm. In which journal was this breakthrough study published? a) Nature Astronomy b) Science Advances c) The Astrophysical Journal Letters d) Physical Review Letters Ans: c) The Astrophysical Journal Letters 11.The NISAR satellite, a collaboration between ISRO and NASA, was successfully launched by which launch vehicle? a) PSLV-C57 b) LVM3-M4 c) GSLV-F16 d) SSLV-D2 Ans: c) GSLV-F16 12.What is the name of India's first 64-bit 1GHz chip, unveiled as a major step towards technological self-reliance? a) Shakti b) Veer c) Dhruv64 d) BharatChip Ans: c) Dhruv64 13.India is strengthening its position in the semiconductor sector by recognizing which country as a vital technology partner and discussing the establishment of a dedicated science park? a) South Korea b) Japan c) United States d) Taiwan Ans: d) Taiwan 14.Which two organizations partnered to establish seven STEM laboratories in government schools across Malur, Karnataka, to foster scientific talent? a) Wipro Foundation and Intel India b) Infosys Foundation and Microsoft India c) Nasscom Foundation and Applied Materials India d) Tata Trust and Google India Ans: c) Nasscom Foundation and Applied Materials India 15.What is the total approved fund for the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme, aimed at attracting private-sector participation in high-impact areas? a) ₹50,000 crore b) ₹75,000 crore c) ₹1 lakh crore d) ₹1.5 lakh crore Ans: c) ₹1 lakh crore 16.The Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill 2025 aims to achieve what nuclear energy capacity by 2047? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 150 GW Ans: c) 100 GW

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1.What were the primary factors identified for the Indian Rupee's significant depreciation against the US dollar? a) Increased foreign direct investment (FDI) and domestic consumption growth b) Foreign institutional investor (FII) ou...

1.What were the primary factors identified for the Indian Rupee's significant depreciation against the US dollar? a) Increased foreign direct investment (FDI) and domestic consumption growth b) Foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and foreign direct investment (FDI) repatriation c) Rising crude oil prices and increased government spending d) Export growth and reduced trade deficit Ans: b) Foreign institutional investor (FII) outflows and foreign direct investment (FDI) repatriation 2.What was the primary objective of the Reserve Bank of India's (RBI) $5 billion dollar-rupee buy-sell swap program? a) To increase foreign exchange reserves for import cover b) To inject durable liquidity into the inter-bank market and improve policy rate cut transmission c) To directly support the weakening Rupee by selling dollars d) To fund government infrastructure projects Ans: b) To inject durable liquidity into the inter-bank market and improve policy rate cut transmission 3.Which of the following policy initiatives was planned by the government to alleviate stress in the microfinance sector? a) A direct loan disbursement scheme b) A credit guarantee scheme c) A moratorium on all existing loans d) A tax exemption for microfinance institutions Ans: b) A credit guarantee scheme 4.The Indian government notified a ₹7,280-crore scheme with the aim of boosting the domestic manufacturing of which critical component? a) Solar panels b) Electric vehicle batteries c) Rare earth magnets d) Semiconductor chips Ans: c) Rare earth magnets 5.The Insurance Amendment Bill, recently cleared by the Lok Sabha, permits what percentage of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the insurance sector? a) Up to 49% b) Up to 74% c) Up to 100% d) No change from previous limits Ans: c) Up to 100% 6.Which global tech giant was highlighted for its record export of $2 billion worth of iPhones from India in November? a) Samsung b) Apple c) Xiaomi d) Google Ans: b) Apple 7.Which global financial giant is set to establish Asia's largest Global Capability Center (GCC) in India? a) Goldman Sachs b) Morgan Stanley c) JP Morgan d) Bank of America Ans: c) JP Morgan 8.The PFRDA's recent approval for which investment instruments is expected to diversify retirement investment options? a) Cryptocurrency funds b) Real estate investment trusts (REITs) c) Gold and silver ETFs d) International equity funds Ans: c) Gold and silver ETFs 9.The Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Aajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 (VB-G RAM G Bill) is intended to replace which existing major rural employment scheme? a) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) b) Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY) c) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) d) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G) Ans: c) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) 10.Indian researchers have developed a nanoparticle-based multi-target therapy for which neurodegenerative disease? a) Parkinson's disease b) Alzheimer's disease c) Multiple Sclerosis d) Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Ans: b) Alzheimer's disease 11.What is the name of the pioneering initiative for a self-reliant chip ecosystem in India, mentioned in the text? a) IndiaChip 2025 b) Silicon Bharat c) DHRUV64 d) Make In India Semiconductors Ans: c) DHRUV64 12.ISRO has lined up an uncrewed mission as part of which ambitious Indian human spaceflight program by March 2026? a) Chandrayaan b) Mangalyaan c) Gaganyaan d) Aditya-L1 Ans: c) Gaganyaan 13.On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which Indian state was highlighted for its significant allocation of ₹1,852 crore for the upliftment of the physically challenged, exceeding the Union Government's allocation for the entire country? a) Kerala b) Maharashtra c) Tamil Nadu d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: c) Tamil Nadu 14.Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently undertook a three-nation tour, concluding visits to Jordan and Ethiopia, and proceeding to which third country? a) Saudi Arabia b) Egypt c) Oman d) UAE Ans: c) Oman 15.India notably voted in favor of a UN General Assembly resolution to renew the mandate of which agency, providing assistance to Palestine refugees? a) UNHCR b) UNRWA c) UNICEF d) WHO Ans: b) UNRWA 16.Who has been appointed as the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Coal India Limited? a) Ravi Ranjan b) Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra c) B. Sairam d) Nitish Kumar Ans: c) B. Sairam 17.Who has been recommended for the position of Chairman and Managing Director of Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (PGCIL)? a) B. Sairam b) Ravi Ranjan c) Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra d) Bhavish Aggarwal Ans: c) Vamsi Rama Mohan Burra 18.Which Indian Grandmaster became a co-leader at the London Chess Classic Open and qualified for the 2026 Candidates Tournament? a) Viswanathan Anand b) D. Gukesh c) R. Praggnanandhaa d) Vidit Gujrathi Ans: c) R. Praggnanandhaa 19.Which two Indian shooters won gold medals at the 68th National Shooting Championships? a) Saurabh Chaudhary and Abhishek Verma b) Manu Bhaker and Simranpreet Kaur Brar c) Elavenil Valarivan and Apurvi Chandela d) Anish Bhanwala and Divyansh Singh Panwar Ans: b) Manu Bhaker and Simranpreet Kaur Brar 20.Which country did India defeat to emerge victorious in the Squash World Cup? a) Malaysia b) Egypt c) Hong Kong d) England Ans: c) Hong Kong

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1.What significant commitment did European leaders make regarding Ukraine's future security following recent talks in Berlin? a) To integrate Ukraine into NATO immediately. b) To provide extensive security guarantees, including comin...

1.What significant commitment did European leaders make regarding Ukraine's future security following recent talks in Berlin? a) To integrate Ukraine into NATO immediately. b) To provide extensive security guarantees, including coming to Kyiv's defense in a future attack by Russia. c) To deploy a permanent European armed force within Ukraine's borders. d) To cease all military aid to Ukraine by 2027. Ans: b) To provide extensive security guarantees, including coming to Kyiv's defense in a future attack by Russia. 2.How much funding are EU leaders set to raise to finance Ukraine's budgetary and military needs for 2026 and 2027? a) 50 billion euros b) 75 billion euros c) 90 billion euros d) 100 billion euros Ans: c) 90 billion euros 3.Which international body recently upheld its investigation into alleged war crimes in the Gaza Strip and maintained arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former defense minister Yoav Gallant? a) International Court of Justice (ICJ) b) United Nations Security Council (UNSC) c) International Criminal Court (ICC) d) European Court of Human Rights (ECtHR) Ans: c) International Criminal Court (ICC) 4.Who represented the U.S. in the 19th annual U.S.-China Defense Policy Coordination Talks, aiming for strategic stability and crisis de-escalation? a) The U.S. Secretary of Defense b) Mr. Alvaro Smith, Deputy Assistant Secretary of War c) The U.S. National Security Advisor d) The U.S. Ambassador to China Ans: b) Mr. Alvaro Smith, Deputy Assistant Secretary of War 5.According to economists from major institutions like the IMF and World Bank, what is projected to be a significant driver of global economic growth in 2026? a) Increased global trade tariffs b) Substantial Artificial Intelligence (AI) investments c) Decline in oil prices d) Expansion of traditional manufacturing sectors Ans: b) Substantial Artificial Intelligence (AI) investments 6.What trend has been observed regarding global humanitarian aid budgets for 2025 and 2026, leading to millions being at risk? a) Record increases in funding due to new donor pledges. b) Stable funding levels, matching growing needs. c) Record declines in funding, with resources falling short of rapidly growing needs. d) A shift from emergency aid to long-term development projects. Ans: c) Record declines in funding, with resources falling short of rapidly growing needs. 7.Researchers are developing what kind of algorithms to dramatically reduce energy consumption in AI, addressing the 'memory wall' problem and enabling integration into smaller devices? a) Quantum computing algorithms b) Brain-inspired algorithms c) Blockchain-based algorithms d) Photonic computing algorithms Ans: b) Brain-inspired algorithms 8.What rare celestial body, reminiscent of a fictional planet, was recently discovered orbiting two suns in archival data? a) A new galaxy cluster b) A black hole c) A newly identified exoplanet d) A supermassive comet Ans: c) A newly identified exoplanet 9.How have Australian authorities officially classified the tragic shooting incident on Sydney's Bondi Beach, which occurred during a Hanukkah event? a) An act of random violence b) A politically motivated attack c) Anti-Semitic terrorism d) A domestic dispute gone wrong Ans: c) Anti-Semitic terrorism 10.Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently received Ethiopia's highest civilian honor. What was the context of this recognition? a) India's successful mediation in an African conflict. b) The elevation of India-Ethiopia ties to a strategic partnership. c) A major trade agreement signed between the two nations. d) Ethiopia's entry into the BRICS alliance. Ans: b) The elevation of India-Ethiopia ties to a strategic partnership. 11.Which country emerged victorious in the Squash World Cup 2025, securing the title with a dominant 3-0 win against Hong Kong? a) Hong Kong b) India c) Egypt d) England Ans: b) India

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1.What is the name of the new legislation proposed to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)? a) Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Yojana b) Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin)...

1.What is the name of the new legislation proposed to replace the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)? a) Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Yojana b) Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill c) National Rural Employment Assurance Scheme d) Pradhan Mantri Gramin Rojgar Yojana Ans: b) Viksit Bharat—Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill 2.The proposed VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, aims to guarantee how many days of wage employment each financial year to every rural household? a) 75 days b) 100 days c) 125 days d) 150 days Ans: c) 125 days 3.Under the VB-G RAM G Bill, what is the fund-sharing ratio for Centrally Sponsored Schemes for North Eastern and Himalayan states and select Union Territories? a) 50:50 b) 60:40 c) 75:25 d) 90:10 Ans: d) 90:10 4.The SHANTI Bill, 2025, introduced in the Lok Sabha, is primarily aimed at which of the following? a) Promoting traditional Indian medicine b) Opening India's civil nuclear sector to private participation c) Regulating the use of renewable energy sources d) Establishing a new space research organization Ans: b) Opening India's civil nuclear sector to private participation 5.The SHANTI Bill, 2025, is set to repeal and replace which two existing Acts? a) Electricity Act, 2003 and Energy Conservation Act, 2001 b) Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 c) Environmental Protection Act, 1986 and Wild Life (Protection) Act, 1972 d) Indian Nuclear Energy Act, 1950 and Nuclear Power Corporation Act, 1987 Ans: b) Atomic Energy Act, 1962 and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act, 2010 6.India's energy policy transitioned several major energy-intensive sectors from the Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) mechanism to which new mechanism for industrial decarbonization in December 2025? a) Renewable Energy Certificates (REC) Scheme b) Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) Compliance Mechanism c) Green Energy Corridor Initiative d) National Clean Air Programme Ans: b) Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) Compliance Mechanism 7.The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, proposes to subsume which existing higher education bodies into a single overarching authority? a) CBSE and ICSE b) UGC, AICTE, and NCTE c) NCERT and NITI Aayog d) Medical Council of India and Bar Council of India Ans: b) UGC, AICTE, and NCTE 8.What is the new Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) cap approved for India's insurance sector under the Sabka Bima Sabki Raksha (Amendment of Insurance Laws) Bill, 2025? a) 49% b) 74% c) 100% d) 51% Ans: c) 100% 9.Which of the following is NOT one of the three flagship schemes mentioned under the Startup India initiative to strengthen the startup ecosystem? a) Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) b) Startup India Seed Fund Scheme (SISFS) c) Credit Guarantee Scheme for Startups (CGSS) d) Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) Ans: d) Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) 10.The government introduced a new taxation framework for sin goods, replacing the expiring GST compensation cess with what? a) A fixed ad valorem tax b) A permanent excise-plus-cess framework c) A state-specific luxury tax d) An import duty revision Ans: b) A permanent excise-plus-cess framework 11.The VB-G RAM G Bill, 2025, aligns with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047, emphasizing all of the following EXCEPT: a) Empowerment b) Economic growth c) Urbanization d) Resilience Ans: c) Urbanization 12.By the end of 2028, what is the target number of artisan families to be benefited by the Vishwakarma Scheme? a) 12 lakh b) 20 lakh c) 30 lakh d) 50 lakh Ans: c) 30 lakh 13.By December 2025, how much clean energy (in GW) was contributed by the rooftop solar systems installed under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana? a) 3 GW b) 5 GW c) 7 GW d) 10 GW Ans: c) 7 GW 14.Which of the following is a key objective of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme mentioned in the content? a) Reducing dependence on domestic manufacturing b) Discouraging foreign investment in manufacturing c) Strengthening India's manufacturing base and enhancing export competitiveness d) Providing direct financial aid to consumers for product purchases Ans: c) Strengthening India's manufacturing base and enhancing export competitiveness

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1.Which country recently clinched its first-ever SDAT Squash World Cup title? a) Hong Kong b) India c) Malaysia d) Egypt Ans: b) India 2.The SDAT Squash World Cup, where India secured its maiden title, was held in which Indi...

1.Which country recently clinched its first-ever SDAT Squash World Cup title? a) Hong Kong b) India c) Malaysia d) Egypt Ans: b) India 2.The SDAT Squash World Cup, where India secured its maiden title, was held in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) New Delhi c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Chennai 3.Against which team did India achieve a decisive 3-0 victory to win its first SDAT Squash World Cup? a) Malaysia b) Hong Kong c) Pakistan d) South Korea Ans: b) Hong Kong 4.Which of the following players was part of the Indian team that won the SDAT Squash World Cup? a) Saina Nehwal b) P.V. Sindhu c) Joshna Chinnappa d) Mary Kom Ans: c) Joshna Chinnappa 5.Indian para-athletes secured a record 56 medals at the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games. In which city were these games held? a) Tokyo b) Dubai c) Beijing d) Bangkok Ans: b) Dubai 6.How many gold medals did India win at the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games? a) 15 b) 19 c) 22 d) 56 Ans: b) 19 7.Bhuvi Agarwal, a triple gold medalist at the 2025 Asian Youth Para Games, competes in which category? a) T10 b) T20 c) T30 d) T40 Ans: b) T20 8.Which company received both the SSI Sports Development Award for Advancing Sports in India and the Legacy of Excellence in Sports Patronage Award? a) Reliance Industries b) Tata Steel c) Mahindra & Mahindra d) Adani Group Ans: b) Tata Steel 9.Which Indian sports team won a historic bronze medal at the 2025 IIHF Women's Asia Cup? a) Women's Field Hockey Team b) Women's Basketball Team c) Women's Ice Hockey Team d) Women's Volleyball Team Ans: c) Women's Ice Hockey Team 10.Who was honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the SSI National Sports Award ceremony? a) Milkha Singh b) Sachin Tendulkar c) Sharath Kamal d) Leander Paes Ans: c) Sharath Kamal 11.Sharath Kamal, who received a Lifetime Achievement Award, is a legend in which sport? a) Badminton b) Lawn Tennis c) Table Tennis d) Squash Ans: c) Table Tennis 12.Manu Bhaker and Simranpreet Kaur Brar recently won gold medals in which sport at the 68th National Championships? a) Archery b) Shooting c) Boxing d) Wrestling Ans: b) Shooting 13.'Project Mahadeva', a new state-level sports development program, was launched in which Indian state? a) Gujarat b) Karnataka c) Maharashtra d) Rajasthan Ans: c) Maharashtra 14.Which famous football player is anticipated to visit New Delhi for his 'GOAT India Tour'? a) Cristiano Ronaldo b) Lionel Messi c) Neymar Jr. d) Kylian Mbappé Ans: b) Lionel Messi

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1.What is the primary objective of the "Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025"? a) To nationalize all private nuclear facilities in India. b) To open India's nuclear power...

1.What is the primary objective of the "Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025"? a) To nationalize all private nuclear facilities in India. b) To open India's nuclear power sector to private participation. c) To cease all nuclear energy production by 2047. d) To increase dependency on fossil fuels for energy. Ans: b) To open India's nuclear power sector to private participation. 2.The SHANTI Bill, 2025, aims to replace which two existing legislations? a) Environmental Protection Act of 1986 and Wildlife Protection Act of 1972. b) Atomic Energy Act of 1962 and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act of 2010. c) Electricity Act of 2003 and Energy Conservation Act of 2001. d) Disaster Management Act of 2005 and Coastal Regulation Zone Notification of 2011. Ans: b) Atomic Energy Act of 1962 and Civil Liability for Nuclear Damage Act of 2010. 3.What is India's target for nuclear power capacity by the year 2047, as outlined in the SHANTI Bill, 2025? a) 50 GW b) 75 GW c) 100 GW d) 150 GW Ans: c) 100 GW 4.Who introduced the "Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025" in the Lok Sabha? a) Minister of Finance b) Minister of External Affairs c) Minister of Science & Technology d) Minister of Home Affairs Ans: c) Minister of Science & Technology 5.A significant change brought by the SHANTI Bill, 2025, to attract international companies to India's nuclear sector involves what? a) Imposing stricter supplier liability clauses. b) Moving to a pragmatic civil liability regime for nuclear damage. c) Restricting foreign investment in nuclear power. d) Increasing government subsidies for public sector nuclear companies only. Ans: b) Moving to a pragmatic civil liability regime for nuclear damage. 6.According to the ML Global Impact Report 2025 by Marktechpost, what is India's global rank in ML-supported scientific output? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 7.Which two countries rank above India in ML-supported scientific output, as per the ML Global Impact Report 2025? a) Japan and Germany b) United Kingdom and Canada c) China and the United States d) Russia and France Ans: c) China and the United States 8.India's significant rise in machine learning research is attributed to an expanding network of which types of institutions? a) Only government-funded research centers. b) Universities, medical institutions, national laboratories, and deep-tech startups. c) Primarily private corporate R&D divisions. d) International collaborations with European countries. Ans: b) Universities, medical institutions, national laboratories, and deep-tech startups. 9.India's ML research is aligned with national priorities in which key areas? a) Space exploration and defense technology only. b) Health, agriculture, climate resilience, and sustainable development. c) Entertainment and social media analytics. d) Financial trading algorithms and cryptocurrency. Ans: b) Health, agriculture, climate resilience, and sustainable development. 10.In Stanford University's 2025 Global Artificial Intelligence Vibrancy tool, what is India's rank? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 11.What significant shift in stubble burning patterns in northern India have NASA scientists reported? a) A decrease in the total number of fires. b) A shift in the daily timing of peak fire activity. c) An increase in the geographical spread of fires. d) A change in the type of crops being burned. Ans: b) A shift in the daily timing of peak fire activity. 12.According to recent observations, the peak time for crop fire activity in northern India has shifted from approximately 1:30 p.m. in 2020 to what approximate time in 2024? a) 9:00 a.m. b) 12:00 p.m. c) 5:00 p.m. d) 8:00 p.m. Ans: c) 5:00 p.m. 13.The reported change in stubble burning patterns in northern India could complicate which environmental effort? a) Water resource management. b) Biodiversity conservation. c) Air quality monitoring. d) Soil fertility improvement. Ans: c) Air quality monitoring. 14.Which company launched "MahaCrimeOS AI" for accelerating cybercrime investigations in Maharashtra? a) Google b) IBM c) Microsoft d) Amazon Ans: c) Microsoft 15.What is the Union Government's initiative regarding Artificial Intelligence in the judicial system? a) To replace all human judges with AI. b) To expand the use of AI in Indian courts through pilot projects. c) To ban the use of AI in legal proceedings. d) To privatize the judicial system using AI. Ans: b) To expand the use of AI in Indian courts through pilot projects. 16.Which hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) is being tested in India under a pilot project for sustainable mobility? a) Hyundai Nexo b) Honda Clarity c) Toyota Mirai d) Mercedes-Benz GLC F-CELL Ans: c) Toyota Mirai 17.What was the primary focus of the national workshop organized by SRMIST and BAJA SAEINDIA? a) Electric vehicle battery technology. b) Autonomous driving systems. c) Hydrogen-based mobility solutions. d) Urban air mobility (flying cars). Ans: c) Hydrogen-based mobility solutions. 18.Union Minister Piyush Goyal highlighted what percentage rise in solar power over the last 11 years in India? a) 25% b) 46% c) 60% d) 80% Ans: b) 46%

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1.What was the primary factor contributing to the significant narrowing of India's merchandise trade deficit in November 2025? a) A substantial increase in crude oil prices. b) A robust rebound in exports coupled with a dip in import...

1.What was the primary factor contributing to the significant narrowing of India's merchandise trade deficit in November 2025? a) A substantial increase in crude oil prices. b) A robust rebound in exports coupled with a dip in imports. c) Increased foreign direct investment inflows. d) Reduced government spending on infrastructure projects. Ans: b) A robust rebound in exports coupled with a dip in imports. 2.Which two major categories primarily drove the increase in India's merchandise exports in November 2025? a) Agricultural products and textiles. b) Pharmaceuticals and chemicals. c) Engineering and electronics goods. d) Gems and jewelry. Ans: c) Engineering and electronics goods. 3.What government initiative is reportedly being finalized to further mitigate the impact of tariffs on Indian goods and boost exports? a) A new Free Trade Agreement with the US. b) A Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme expansion. c) A Rs 25,060 crore export promotion mission. d) Increased subsidies for domestic manufacturing. Ans: c) A Rs 25,060 crore export promotion mission. 4.According to Crisil's revised forecast, what is the projected GDP growth rate for the Indian economy for the fiscal year 2025-26? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.3% d) 8.0% Ans: b) 7.0% 5.Which of the following factors is NOT cited as a key driver for India's sustained GDP growth? a) Domestic consumption. b) Benign inflation. c) Increased government borrowing. d) Income tax relief. Ans: c) Increased government borrowing. 6.What was the primary reason for the decline in India's retail inflation to 0.7% in November 2025? a) A significant reduction in fuel prices. b) A contraction in food prices. c) Increased government subsidies on essential goods. d) A fall in global commodity prices. Ans: b) A contraction in food prices. 7.In response to favorable inflation trends, what action did the RBI's Monetary Policy Committee take in December 2025, bringing the repo rate to 5.25%? a) Increased the repo rate by 25 basis points. b) Maintained the repo rate unchanged. c) Cut interest rates by 25 basis points. d) Introduced new liquidity measures. Ans: c) Cut interest rates by 25 basis points. 8.The Indian rupee's depreciation to a record low was primarily attributed to which two factors? a) Rising crude oil prices and increased domestic demand. b) Uncertainty surrounding an India-US trade deal and continuous foreign fund outflows. c) High inflation and a widening current account deficit. d) Increased government spending and a decline in exports. Ans: b) Uncertainty surrounding an India-US trade deal and continuous foreign fund outflows. 9.What are the main objectives of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme in India? a) To reduce imports and promote agricultural exports. b) To strengthen the manufacturing base and enhance export competitiveness. c) To provide direct financial assistance to small and medium enterprises. d) To stabilize the financial markets and control inflation. Ans: b) To strengthen the manufacturing base and enhance export competitiveness. 10.The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme aligns with which two national priorities mentioned in the text? a) Digital India and Skill India. b) Swachh Bharat and Beti Bachao Beti Padhao. c) Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. d) Startup India and Stand-Up India. Ans: c) Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat. 11.What was the approximate Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPA) percentage for Public Sector Banks (PSBs) in March 2025, indicating improved health? a) 9.11% b) 0.52% c) 2.58% d) 4.7% Ans: c) 2.58% 12.To streamline banking operations, the RBI relaxed norms for which types of accounts? a) Savings and Fixed Deposit accounts. b) Cash Credit, Current, and Overdraft accounts. c) International Remittance accounts. d) Demat and Trading accounts. Ans: b) Cash Credit, Current, and Overdraft accounts. 13.What was India's unemployment rate in November, marking an eight-month low? a) 2.8% b) 4.7% c) 5.25% d) 7.0% Ans: b) 4.7% 14.Which of the following commodities primarily contributed to the dip in India's imports in November 2025? a) Electronics, machinery, and textiles. b) Gold, crude oil, coal, and coke. c) Pharmaceuticals, chemicals, and plastics. d) Iron ore, copper, and aluminum. Ans: b) Gold, crude oil, coal, and coke. 15.What was the total quantum of interest rate cuts by the RBI in 2025, making it the most significant since 2019? a) 25 basis points. b) 50 basis points. c) 100 basis points. d) 125 basis points. Ans: d) 125 basis points.

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1.The Special ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) on the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict was postponed at the request of which country? a) Cambodia b) Laos c) Thailand d) China Ans: c) Thailand 2.Minni Arko Minnawi, Cha...

1.The Special ASEAN Foreign Ministers' Meeting (AMM) on the Cambodia-Thailand border conflict was postponed at the request of which country? a) Cambodia b) Laos c) Thailand d) China Ans: c) Thailand 2.Minni Arko Minnawi, Chairman of the Sudan Liberation Movement (SLM) and Governor of Darfur, urged Germany to pressure which country to cease its support for the Rapid Support Forces (RSF)? a) Saudi Arabia b) United Arab Emirates c) Egypt d) Qatar Ans: b) United Arab Emirates 3.Which two countries recently agreed to upgrade their bilateral relations to a comprehensive partnership? a) India and UAE b) Philippines and Japan c) Laos and South Korea d) India and Brazil Ans: c) Laos and South Korea 4.India and which country signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on cooperation in the maintenance of Scorpene-class submarines? a) France b) Russia c) Brazil d) United States Ans: c) Brazil 5.Jose Antonio Kast, a far-right politician, was recently elected as the President of which South American country? a) Argentina b) Brazil c) Chile d) Peru Ans: c) Chile 6.The Indian Centre plans to introduce the 'Viksit Bharat—Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin)' Bill to replace which existing act? a) National Food Security Act b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) c) Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi d) Atal Pension Yojana Ans: b) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) 7.Who was recently sworn in as India's new Chief Information Commissioner? a) Narendra Modi b) S. Jaishankar c) Raj Kumar Goyal d) Akylbek Japarov Ans: c) Raj Kumar Goyal 8.The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, recently tabled by the Union government, aims to restructure which sector in India? a) Primary Education b) Technical Education c) Higher Education d) Vocational Training Ans: c) Higher Education 9.According to the 'Artificial Intelligence (AI) Vibrancy' index 2025 by Stanford University, what is India's rank? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 10.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a $240 million loan for the Chennai Metro Rail Investment Project, supporting which type of infrastructure? a) Roadways b) Ports c) Urban transport d) Airports Ans: c) Urban transport 11.Which country's resolution on 'Strengthening the Global Management of Wildfires' was adopted by the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA)? a) China b) United States c) India d) Brazil Ans: c) India 12.Which Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh is set to become India's third cheetah habitat under the cheetah reintroduction program? a) Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve b) Kanha Tiger Reserve c) Panna Tiger Reserve d) Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve Ans: d) Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve 13.As of December 2025, India has 96 Ramsar Sites. Which two new sites were recently added? a) Wular Lake (J&K) and Chilika Lake (Odisha) b) Kopra Reservoir (Chhattisgarh) and Siliserh Lake (Rajasthan) c) Sambhar Lake (Rajasthan) and Ashtamudi Wetland (Kerala) d) Sundarbans Wetland (WB) and Bhitarkanika Mangroves (Odisha) Ans: b) Kopra Reservoir (Chhattisgarh) and Siliserh Lake (Rajasthan) 14.Which of the following traditional arts/crafts from Vietnam was recently added to UNESCO's List of Intangible Cultural Heritage in Need of Urgent Safeguarding? a) Boreendo b) Mwazindika Dance c) Dong Ho Folk Woodblock Printing d) Batik Ans: c) Dong Ho Folk Woodblock Printing 15.Who was elected as the first woman president of the Press Club of India? a) Maria Kolesnikova b) Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty c) Priyanka Chopra d) Sheila Dixit Ans: b) Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty 16.Which country was elected to lead the Commission of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) for the 2026-2030 term? a) Nigeria b) Ghana c) Senegal d) Ivory Coast Ans: c) Senegal 17.Which country secured the gold medal at the Squash World Cup 2025, defeating Hong Kong (China)? a) Malaysia b) Egypt c) India d) England Ans: c) India 18.Hyundai Motor extended its title sponsorship of the World Archery Championships and World Cup through 2028, expanding to include which additional archery disciplines? a) Target Archery and Field Archery b) Barebow Archery and Traditional Archery c) Para Archery and Indoor Archery World Series d) Flight Archery and Clout Archery Ans: c) Para Archery and Indoor Archery World Series 19.The mass shooting at Sydney's Bondi Beach, which Prime Minister Anthony Albanese declared an act of terrorism, occurred during which celebration? a) Christmas b) Diwali c) Hanukkah d) Easter Ans: c) Hanukkah 20.France welcomed the release of 123 prisoners in Belarus, including Nobel Peace Laureate Ales Bialiatski, through the mediation of which country? a) United Nations b) European Union c) United States d) Germany Ans: c) United States

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1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the September quarter, as highlighted by the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) 7.0% b) 7.5% c) 8.0% d) 8.2% Ans: d) 8.2% 2.Which of the following agencies recently upgraded India's...

1.What was India's GDP growth rate in the September quarter, as highlighted by the Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman? a) 7.0% b) 7.5% c) 8.0% d) 8.2% Ans: d) 8.2% 2.Which of the following agencies recently upgraded India's sovereign credit rating, as mentioned by the Finance Minister? a) Moody's b) Fitch Ratings c) Morningstar DBRS d) Goldman Sachs Ans: c) Morningstar DBRS 3.What is Crisil's revised GDP growth forecast for India for the current fiscal year (FY26)? a) 6.5% b) 7.0% c) 7.2% d) 7.5% Ans: b) 7.0% 4.What action did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) take regarding the repo rate in its latest monetary policy review? a) Increased by 25 basis points b) Decreased by 25 basis points c) Kept unchanged d) Increased by 50 basis points Ans: b) Decreased by 25 basis points 5.Which bill introduced in the Lok Sabha aims to modernize nuclear governance and open the sector to private participation, with a goal to boost nuclear capacity to 100 gigawatts by 2047? a) Repealing and Amending Bill, 2025 b) Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 c) Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 d) Viksit Bharat—Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 Ans: c) Sustainable Harnessing and Advancement of Nuclear Energy for Transforming India (SHANTI) Bill, 2025 6.Which controversial bill, aimed at replacing the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA), was postponed due to strong opposition? a) SHANTI Bill, 2025 b) Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025 c) Viksit Bharat—Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 d) Repealing and Amending Bill, 2025 Ans: c) Viksit Bharat—Guarantee For Rozgar And Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) Bill, 2025 7.Who was recently sworn in as the new Chief Information Commissioner? a) Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty b) Raj Kumar Goyal c) Jyotiraditya Scindia d) Narendra Modi Ans: b) Raj Kumar Goyal 8.Who made history by being elected as the first woman president of the Press Club of India? a) Nirmala Sitharaman b) Manu Bhaker c) Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty d) Simranpreet Kaur Brar Ans: c) Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty 9.Prime Minister Narendra Modi commenced a three-nation diplomatic tour. Which of the following countries was NOT part of this tour? a) Jordan b) Ethiopia c) Oman d) Israel Ans: d) Israel 10.With which country did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar co-chair the 16th India-UAE Joint Commission meeting and the Fifth Session of the Strategic Dialogue? a) Jordan b) Oman c) United Arab Emirates d) Israel Ans: c) United Arab Emirates 11.What is the name of India's first indigenous 1.0 GHz, 64-bit dual-core microprocessor, developed by C-DAC? a) Shakti b) DHRUV64 c) VEGA d) Aakash Ans: b) DHRUV64 12.Which organization was lauded for winning the IEEE SA Corporate Award 2025 for its contributions to technology? a) ISRO b) C-DAC c) C-DOT d) NASA Ans: c) C-DOT 13.What is the name of the state-level sports development program launched by Maharashtra's Chief Minister, aimed at encouraging sports activities and women's participation? a) Khelo India b) Project Krida c) Project Mahadeva d) Sports Utsav Ans: c) Project Mahadeva 14.Which country made history by becoming the first Asian country to win the Squash World Cup 2025? a) India b) Pakistan c) Malaysia d) Japan Ans: a) India 15.Who among the following secured a gold medal at the 68th National Shooting Championships? a) Lionel Messi b) Sangeeta Barooah Pisharoty c) Manu Bhaker d) Raj Kumar Goyal Ans: c) Manu Bhaker

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1.What significant reform was implemented in India's civil nuclear sector effective December 1, 2025? a) Complete nationalization of all nuclear assets. b) Liberalization allowing private participation under a new Atomic Energy Bill....

1.What significant reform was implemented in India's civil nuclear sector effective December 1, 2025? a) Complete nationalization of all nuclear assets. b) Liberalization allowing private participation under a new Atomic Energy Bill. c) Banning of foreign investment in nuclear energy. d) Shifting focus from energy generation to nuclear waste management. Ans: b) Liberalization allowing private participation under a new Atomic Energy Bill. 2.To what percentage was the FDI cap raised in India's insurance sector as part of reforms effective December 1, 2025? a) 49% b) 74% c) 100% d) 51% Ans: c) 100% 3.The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025, proposes to establish a commission with how many wings to promote excellence in higher education? a) Two b) Three c) Four d) Five Ans: b) Three 4.Which of the following is NOT one of the proposed wings of the commission under the Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan Bill, 2025? a) Regulatory Council b) Research & Development Council c) Accreditation Council d) Standards Council Ans: b) Research & Development Council 5.Under the new Quality Control Orders (QCOs), what extension period is given to Micro enterprises to meet QCO requirements? a) Three months b) Six months c) Nine months d) Twelve months Ans: b) Six months 6.The Mutual Credit Guarantee Scheme for MSMEs provides credit guarantee cover for term loans up to what amount for equipment and machinery purchases? a) ₹10 lakh b) ₹50 lakh c) ₹10 crore d) ₹100 crore Ans: d) ₹100 crore 7.What is the proposed new name for the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (MGNREGS)? a) Pradhan Mantri Grameen Rozgar Yojana b) Jan Kalyan Rozgar Abhiyan c) Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojana d) Gram Swaraj Rozgar Scheme Ans: c) Poojya Bapu Grameen Rozgar Yojana 8.The Union Cabinet approved an increase in guaranteed workdays under MGNREGS from 100 to how many days? a) 110 days b) 120 days c) 125 days d) 150 days Ans: c) 125 days 9.Which mechanism replaced the Perform, Achieve and Trade (PAT) mechanism for major energy-intensive sectors in December 2025? a) Renewable Energy Certificate (REC) Trading Scheme b) Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) Compliance Mechanism c) Energy Efficiency Trading System (EETS) d) Green Energy Certification Program (GECP) Ans: b) Carbon Credit Trading Scheme (CCTS) Compliance Mechanism 10.India achieved its target of 20% ethanol blending in petrol by 2025, how many years ahead of schedule? a) Two years b) Three years c) Five years d) One year Ans: c) Five years 11.The Ayushman Vay Vandana card, rolled out in 2025, provides citizens aged 70 and above access to what annual amount for free inpatient treatment under Ayushman Bharat–PM-JAY? a) Up to ₹1 lakh b) Up to ₹2.5 lakh c) Up to ₹5 lakh d) Up to ₹10 lakh Ans: c) Up to ₹5 lakh 12.What is the new TDS-free limit on interest income for senior citizens, increased in Budget 2025? a) ₹50,000 b) ₹75,000 c) ₹1,00,000 d) ₹1,50,000 Ans: c) ₹1,00,000 13.Why did India revoke its order requiring smartphone manufacturers to pre-install the Sanchar Saathi application? a) Lack of technical compatibility b) Significant backlash and digital rights concerns c) High cost of implementation d) The app was deemed obsolete Ans: b) Significant backlash and digital rights concerns 14.One of the key reforms in corporate laws effective December 1, 2025, involved: a) Increasing regulatory oversight for all businesses. b) Decriminalizing minor business offenses and streamlining compliance for startups and MSMEs. c) Mandatory government approval for all private sector investments. d) Introducing new taxes on corporate profits. Ans: b) Decriminalizing minor business offenses and streamlining compliance for startups and MSMEs. 15.By December 2025, how much clean energy capacity was added through rooftop solar installations under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana? a) 3 GW b) 5 GW c) 7 GW d) 10 GW Ans: c) 7 GW

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1.Who clinched the women's singles title at the Odisha Masters 2025 badminton tournament? a) Isharani Baruah b) Unnati Hooda c) PV Sindhu d) Saina Nehwal Ans: b) Unnati Hooda 2.Which Indian shuttler won the men's singles tit...

1.Who clinched the women's singles title at the Odisha Masters 2025 badminton tournament? a) Isharani Baruah b) Unnati Hooda c) PV Sindhu d) Saina Nehwal Ans: b) Unnati Hooda 2.Which Indian shuttler won the men's singles title at the Odisha Masters 2025? a) Muhamad Yusuf b) Lakshya Sen c) Kiran George d) Kidambi Srikanth Ans: c) Kiran George 3.The victory at Odisha Masters 2025 marked Unnati Hooda's third title of which specific BWF series? a) Super 300 b) Super 500 c) Super 750 d) Super 100 Ans: d) Super 100 4.Where are the Badminton Asia Team Championships, where India's women's team will defend its title, scheduled to be held in February 2026? a) Cuttack, India b) Qingdao, China c) Chennai, India d) Mumbai, India Ans: b) Qingdao, China 5.Which country emerged as champions at the SDAT Squash World Cup 2025, defeating top seeds Hong Kong, China? a) India b) Indonesia c) Malaysia d) Egypt Ans: a) India 6.The SDAT Squash World Cup 2025, won by India, was hosted in which Indian city? a) Mumbai b) Kolkata c) Chennai d) New Delhi Ans: c) Chennai 7.The third season of the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League commenced in which Indian city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Chennai d) Bengaluru Ans: b) Mumbai 8.Who became the youngest player globally to earn an official FIDE rating, as mentioned in the current affairs? a) D. Gukesh b) Viswanathan Anand c) Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha d) R. Praggnanandhaa Ans: c) Sarwagya Singh Kushwaha 9.Lionel Messi's 'GOAT Tour' in India witnessed fan chaos and stadium vandalism in which city? a) New Delhi b) Mumbai c) Kolkata d) Bengaluru Ans: c) Kolkata 10.Which university became the first in India to win the Khelo India University Games for two consecutive years, securing the overall championship in 2025? a) Delhi University b) Panjab University c) Chandigarh University d) Anna University Ans: c) Chandigarh University 11.The Khelo India University Games 2025, where Chandigarh University won the overall championship, was held in which Indian state? a) Haryana b) Punjab c) Rajasthan d) Uttar Pradesh Ans: c) Rajasthan 12.What significant policy change did the World Kabaddi Federation announce for 2025 regarding major tournaments? a) Introduction of new weight categories b) Mandatory use of international referees c) Focus on utilizing local officiating instead of international referees d) Increase in prize money for winners Ans: c) Focus on utilizing local officiating instead of international referees 13.The SDAT Squash World Cup 2025 marked India's ________ consecutive time hosting the prestigious mixed-team event. a) second b) third c) fourth d) fifth Ans: b) third 14.Which Indian World Champion was mentioned as participating in the Tech Mahindra Global Chess League season 3? a) Viswanathan Anand b) D. Gukesh c) R. Praggnanandhaa d) Koneru Humpy Ans: b) D. Gukesh 15.In the upcoming Badminton Asia Team Championships in February 2026, what is the status of India's women's team? a) First-time participants b) Runner-ups from previous edition c) Defending champions d) Host nation Ans: c) Defending champions

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1.What is the primary purpose of the BlueBird-6 satellite, a collaborative effort between ISRO and AST SpaceMobile? a) Earth observation and climate monitoring b) Providing direct-to-device broadband connectivity globally c) Deep-spa...

1.What is the primary purpose of the BlueBird-6 satellite, a collaborative effort between ISRO and AST SpaceMobile? a) Earth observation and climate monitoring b) Providing direct-to-device broadband connectivity globally c) Deep-space exploration and planetary research d) Military surveillance and reconnaissance Ans: b) Providing direct-to-device broadband connectivity globally 2.Which robot will be carried by the first uncrewed mission of India's Gaganyaan human spaceflight program? a) AstroBot b) SkyWalker c) Vyommitra d) SpaceDroid Ans: c) Vyommitra 3.What is a key benefit of the indigenously developed electric propulsion systems that ISRO plans to demonstrate? a) Enhanced satellite imaging resolution b) Making satellites lighter and reducing reliance on chemical fuels c) Enabling faster data transmission speeds d) Providing direct power to ground stations Ans: b) Making satellites lighter and reducing reliance on chemical fuels 4.According to a 2025 global impact report, what is India's ranking globally in terms of contribution to machine learning-enabled scientific research? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fourth Ans: c) Third 5.India's AI governance framework is gaining acclaim for fostering innovation while upholding which crucial aspect? a) Strict data localization policies b) Ethical standards c) Open-source software mandates d) Global technological partnerships Ans: b) Ethical standards 6.What is the significant initiative mentioned to train youth in AI, reflecting India's ambition for AI leadership? a) Training ten lakh youth in AI b) Training one crore youth in AI c) Training five million youth in AI d) Training twenty lakh youth in AI Ans: b) Training one crore youth in AI 7.Which telescope was used by Indian scientists Rashi Jain and Yogesh Wadadekar to discover the remarkably mature spiral galaxy named Alaknanda? a) Hubble Space Telescope b) Chandra X-ray Observatory c) James Webb Space Telescope d) Spitzer Space Telescope Ans: c) James Webb Space Telescope 8.The discovery of the Alaknanda galaxy primarily challenges long-held theories about what aspect of the universe? a) The expansion rate of the universe b) The chaotic formation of early galaxies c) The existence of dark matter and dark energy d) The composition of exoplanetary atmospheres Ans: b) The chaotic formation of early galaxies 9.Approximately how many government-recognized startups does India currently host? a) Over fifty thousand b) Over one lakh c) Over two lakh d) Over five lakh Ans: c) Over two lakh 10.For which technological innovation did CSIR receive an award at the inaugural DV Kapur Foundation Energy Innovation Awards? a) Solar Panel Efficiency Boosters b) 'Green Use of Coal Technologies' c) 'Nano Electricity Generators' d) Advanced Battery Storage Solutions Ans: c) 'Nano Electricity Generators' 11.What indigenously developed technology is being used by scientists to improve monsoon prediction and air quality assessment by studying Himalayan air movements? a) Satellite imaging systems b) High-altitude weather balloons c) Advanced radar d) Autonomous aerial vehicles Ans: c) Advanced radar 12.What is the initial allocation for the government's Research, Development, and Innovation (RDI) scheme? a) Rs 10,000 crore b) Rs 15,000 crore c) Rs 20,000 crore d) Rs 25,000 crore Ans: c) Rs 20,000 crore 13.By which year does India aim to send astronauts into low earth orbit as part of the Gaganyaan mission? a) 2025 b) 2026 c) 2027 d) 2028 Ans: c) 2027 14.What was a key focus area for challenges tackled by students in the Smart India Hackathon 2025, aligning with the 'Viksit Bharat @2047' vision? a) Financial market analysis b) Fashion design and textile innovation c) Space tech and clean energy d) Social media content creation Ans: c) Space tech and clean energy 15.In which sector are pilot projects underway to integrate AI tools into the Indian system to enhance efficiency? a) Agricultural supply chain b) Healthcare diagnostics c) Judicial system d) Public transportation Ans: c) Judicial system

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1.According to the provided content, what is India's projected GDP growth rate for FY24-25, making it the fastest-growing major economy? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 7.0% d) 7.2% Ans: b) 6.5% 2.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has rev...

1.According to the provided content, what is India's projected GDP growth rate for FY24-25, making it the fastest-growing major economy? a) 6.0% b) 6.5% c) 7.0% d) 7.2% Ans: b) 6.5% 2.The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has revised India's FY26 GDP growth projection upwards to which percentage? a) 6.5% b) 6.8% c) 7.0% d) 7.2% Ans: d) 7.2% 3.According to a recent Deloitte report, what percentage of Indian family businesses are actively adopting Artificial Intelligence (AI) to navigate economic challenges? a) 37% b) 50% c) 53% d) 63% Ans: c) 53% 4.What percentage of Indian family businesses, as per the Deloitte report, have women holding 41-50% of board or C-suite roles? a) 0% b) 4% c) 10% d) 41% Ans: b) 4% 5.India's banking sector recorded its lowest level of Gross Non-Performing Assets (GNPAs) in 20 years by March 2025. What was this percentage? a) 0.52% b) 1.50% c) 2.31% d) 3.10% Ans: c) 2.31% 6.The recent weakening of the Indian Rupee against the U.S. dollar is primarily attributed to which of the following factors, as per the provided content? a) Strong investor sentiment and new trade deals. b) Weak investor sentiment and absence of a trade deal with the United States. c) Increased foreign exchange reserves and robust export growth. d) High domestic interest rates and decreased imports. Ans: b) Weak investor sentiment and absence of a trade deal with the United States. 7.Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes across 14 sectors have attracted how much actual investment, according to government data? a) Over ₹1.88 lakh crore b) Over ₹7.5 lakh crore c) Over ₹12.3 lakh crore d) Over ₹17 lakh crore Ans: a) Over ₹1.88 lakh crore 8.How many direct and indirect jobs have been created as a result of the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes? a) More than 1.88 lakh b) More than 7.5 lakh c) More than 12.3 lakh d) More than 17 lakh Ans: c) More than 12.3 lakh 9.India is actively pursuing new Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) with which two key partners mentioned in the content? a) China and Russia b) Japan and Australia c) U.S. and E.U. d) Brazil and South Africa Ans: c) U.S. and E.U. 10.Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit which two countries to strengthen bilateral ties, where India is a significant trade partner? a) Sri Lanka and Bangladesh b) Ethiopia and Jordan c) Saudi Arabia and UAE d) Vietnam and Thailand Ans: b) Ethiopia and Jordan 11.Which type of inflation continued its deflationary trend for the sixth consecutive month in November, as per the content? a) Retail inflation b) Core inflation c) Food inflation d) Wholesale inflation Ans: c) Food inflation 12.The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) is intensifying its crackdown on bogus tax deductions, flagging what amount in suspicious political donation-linked tax claims? a) ₹550 crore b) ₹5,500 crore c) ₹55,000 crore d) ₹5.5 lakh crore Ans: b) ₹5,500 crore 13.In Stanford's global ranking for AI adoption, what position has India secured? a) First b) Second c) Third d) Fifth Ans: c) Third 14.According to the World Inequality Report 2026, what percentage of the total national income do the top 10% of earners capture in India? a) 10% b) 35% c) 58% d) 65% Ans: c) 58% 15.Who has been appointed as the National Working President of the BJP, as mentioned in the current affairs content? a) Narendra Modi b) Nitin Nabin c) Amit Shah d) JP Nadda Ans: b) Nitin Nabin

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1.In a significant political shift, who won Chile's presidential runoff, defeating leftist Jeannette Jara? a) Jeannette Jara b) Jose Antonio Kast c) Gabriel Boric d) Michelle Bachelet Ans: b) Jose Antonio Kast 2.The United S...

1.In a significant political shift, who won Chile's presidential runoff, defeating leftist Jeannette Jara? a) Jeannette Jara b) Jose Antonio Kast c) Gabriel Boric d) Michelle Bachelet Ans: b) Jose Antonio Kast 2.The United States government initiated enhanced screening for H-1B and H-4 visa applicants, effective December 15, 2025. Which new measure is included in this policy, particularly impacting applicants in India? a) Mandatory biometric re-registration b) Social media profile checks c) Increased visa fees d) Shorter visa validity periods Ans: b) Social media profile checks 3.Singapore's Deputy Prime Minister Gan Kim Yong co-chaired the 21st Joint Council for Bilateral Cooperation in Chongqing on December 15, 2025. This meeting aimed to strengthen cooperation between Singapore and which other country? a) Japan b) India c) China d) South Korea Ans: c) China 4.The Trump administration's National Security Strategy has drawn criticism for emphasizing which approach, suggesting a retreat from US global leadership? a) Global Partnership Initiative b) America First c) Open Borders Policy d) Multilateral Engagement Ans: b) America First 5.Which country's President Xi Jinping unveiled the 'Global Governance Initiative,' prompting discussions on its potential implications for the international order? a) Russia b) India c) China d) United States Ans: c) China 6.What significant outcome for Australian citizens was announced during the 2025 Australia-U.S. Ministerial Consultations (AUSMIN) on December 15, 2025? a) Free trade agreement b) Military base expansion c) Availability of Global Entry d) Joint space mission Ans: c) Availability of Global Entry 7.The United Nations officially recognized which date as the International Day Against Colonialism, reaffirming commitments to decolonization? a) December 14, 2025 b) November 10, 2025 c) January 1, 2026 d) August 15, 2025 Ans: a) December 14, 2025 8.Following the US Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut, which of the following central banks were scheduled to make policy decisions? a) European Central Bank, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan b) Reserve Bank of India, People's Bank of China, and Swiss National Bank c) Bank of Canada, Reserve Bank of Australia, and Norges Bank d) All of the above Ans: a) European Central Bank, Bank of England, and Bank of Japan 9.Global financial markets are closely monitoring the release of delayed US non-farm payrolls data, which is expected to influence the future interest rate decisions of which central bank? a) European Central Bank b) Bank of Japan c) US Federal Reserve d) Bank of England Ans: c) US Federal Reserve 10.Which country's authorities have intensified financial support to stimulate domestic consumption, recognizing its crucial role in economic growth? a) India b) United States c) Japan d) China Ans: d) China 11.Which international organizations have revised upwards their growth forecasts for China in 2025, highlighting optimism for its economic resilience? a) World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) b) International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB) c) Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD), World Trade Organization (WTO) d) G7, G20 Ans: b) International Monetary Fund (IMF), World Bank, Asian Development Bank (ADB) 12.The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) rescheduled the launch of its heavy BlueBird-6 satellite, an Indo-US mission, with the primary aim to enhance what? a) Planetary exploration capabilities b) Global broadband connectivity c) Military surveillance d) Weather forecasting accuracy Ans: b) Global broadband connectivity 13.The LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment, the world's most sensitive dark matter detector, achieved what new detection for the first time? a) Gravitational waves b) Elusive neutrinos originating from the Sun c) Evidence of black holes d) New subatomic particles Ans: b) Elusive neutrinos originating from the Sun 14.Rocket Lab successfully deployed a technology demonstration mission (RAISE-4 satellite) for in-orbit testing by Japanese entities. Which space agency is associated with this mission? a) NASA b) ESA c) JAXA d) Roscosmos Ans: c) JAXA 15.IBM announced the acquisition of which data-streaming company for $11 billion, a move aimed at strengthening its AI and cloud technology ecosystem? a) Snowflake b) Databricks c) Confluent d) Palantir Ans: c) Confluent 16.Which of the following is NOT explicitly mentioned as a key technological breakthrough or advancement noted in 2025 within the provided content? a) Quantum error correction b) Structural battery composites c) Commercial fusion power d) Edge AI expansion Ans: c) Commercial fusion power 17.A mass shooting incident occurred at Bondi Beach, leading authorities to investigate it as potentially terror-linked and increase security measures around Hanukkah events worldwide. In which city did this incident take place? a) Melbourne b) Sydney c) Brisbane d) Perth Ans: b) Sydney 18.Who was honored with the Inclusion Award at the 2025 Reimagine Australia Awards for her exceptional leadership in promoting inclusive early childhood education? a) Jeannette Jara b) Farah Junaid c) Jacinda Ardern d) Malala Yousafzai Ans: b) Farah Junaid 19.Ten individuals were recognized in the 2025 New Zealand Bravery Awards for their courageous and selfless acts. These awards acknowledge individuals from which groups? a) Only New Zealand citizens b) Only foreign visitors c) Both New Zealand citizens and visitors d) New Zealand military personnel only Ans: c) Both New Zealand citizens and visitors 20.Ryan Coogler's horror film 'Sinners' led the nominations for which film awards scheduled to be announced on December 15, 2025? a) Golden Globe Awards b) Academy Awards c) Seattle Film Critics Society Awards d) BAFTA Awards Ans: c) Seattle Film Critics Society Awards 21.Which country emerged victorious in the Squash World Cup held in Chennai, defeating Hong Kong in the final? a) Hong Kong b) Malaysia c) India d) Egypt Ans: c) India 22.India's shooting contingent secured a total of six medals, including two gold, at the ISSF World Cup Final 2025 held in which city? a) New Delhi b) Beijing c) Doha d) Tokyo Ans: c) Doha 23.The 2025/26 World Darts Championship commenced in which city, featuring a record prize fund? a) New York b) Berlin c) London d) Paris Ans: c) London 24.Which country is set to host the inaugural Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship in March 2026? a) Australia b) United Kingdom c) India d) South Africa Ans: c) India 25.Which city has been designated as the host for the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships? a) London b) Paris c) New Delhi d) Tokyo Ans: c) New Delhi

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1.The Indian National Congress held a major rally at Ramlila Maidan, Delhi, on December 14, 2025. What was the primary reason for this protest? a) To demand an increase in agricultural subsidies. b) To protest against alleged "vote c...

1.The Indian National Congress held a major rally at Ramlila Maidan, Delhi, on December 14, 2025. What was the primary reason for this protest? a) To demand an increase in agricultural subsidies. b) To protest against alleged "vote chori" and criticize the Election Commission. c) To advocate for stricter environmental regulations. d) To support the government's economic policies. Ans: b) To protest against alleged "vote chori" and criticize the Election Commission. 2.Who was recently appointed as the new national working president of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), signaling a generational shift in leadership? a) Rahul Gandhi b) Nitin Nabin c) Narendra Modi d) Droupadi Murmu Ans: b) Nitin Nabin 3.The Union Cabinet approved a bill to increase the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) limit from 74% to 100% in which specific sector? a) Telecommunications b) Manufacturing c) Insurance d) Retail Ans: c) Insurance 4.What is the name of the government initiative focusing on increasing financial literacy and transparency in unclaimed assets? a) 'Digital India Campaign' b) 'Jan Dhan Yojana' c) 'Your Money, Your Rights' d) 'Startup India' Ans: c) 'Your Money, Your Rights' 5.The Government of India launched a National Cyber Safety Awareness Campaign on December 14, 2025. Which demographic is this campaign primarily aimed at educating? a) Senior citizens b) Business professionals c) Students in schools and colleges d) Government employees Ans: c) Students in schools and colleges 6.The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for the launch of a next-generation satellite. What key capabilities is this satellite intended to enhance? a) Deep-sea exploration and underwater mapping. b) Communication, weather forecasting, and disaster management. c) Planetary exploration and asteroid mining. d) Military surveillance and offensive cyber operations. Ans: b) Communication, weather forecasting, and disaster management. 7.The 11th India International Science Festival (IISF), which showcased advancements like the "IndiaAI Mission" and Matsya 6000, was held in which city? a) Bengaluru b) Delhi c) Panchkula d) Mumbai Ans: c) Panchkula 8.Indian scientists unveiled new insights into the dynamics of vertical air movements over the Himalayas. What is the primary potential benefit of this study? a) Improving earthquake prediction accuracy. b) Enhancing the accuracy of Indian summer monsoon forecasts. c) Developing new high-altitude aviation routes. d) Identifying new mineral deposits. Ans: b) Enhancing the accuracy of Indian summer monsoon forecasts. 9.India launched a pilot project to test a Hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle (FCEV) under real-world Indian conditions. Which company's vehicle is being used for this project? a) Tesla b) Toyota c) Hyundai d) Mercedes-Benz Ans: b) Toyota 10.Due to severe air quality deterioration, Delhi and its surrounding areas saw the activation of which stage of the Graded Response Action Plan (GRAP)? a) Stage One b) Stage Two c) Stage Three d) Stage Four Ans: d) Stage Four 11.Which government department issued a cold wave alert for parts of North and Central India, including Delhi, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh? a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) c) National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) d) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Ans: b) India Meteorological Department (IMD) 12.India asserted that its territory has never been used for activities against the interests of the people of which neighboring country, following allegations regarding a deposed leader? a) Pakistan b) Nepal c) Sri Lanka d) Bangladesh Ans: d) Bangladesh 13.Prime Minister Narendra Modi's two-day visit to Jordan, commencing December 15, 2025, marked a significant milestone. What was the historical significance of this visit regarding diplomatic relations? a) The first-ever visit by an Indian PM to Jordan. b) Marking 50 years of diplomatic relations. c) Marking 75 years of diplomatic relations. d) Signing a new free trade agreement. Ans: c) Marking 75 years of diplomatic relations. 14.India and Georgia held their 8th round of Foreign Office Consultations in which city? a) New Delhi b) Tbilisi c) Mumbai d) Batumi Ans: b) Tbilisi 15.Who presented the National Energy Conservation Awards 2025 and prizes for the National Painting Competition on Energy Conservation? a) The Prime Minister of India b) The Union Minister of Power c) The President of India d) The Chief Justice of India Ans: c) The President of India 16.Who was appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the Sikkim High Court, effective December 14, 2025? a) Justice A.K. Sikri b) Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai c) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud d) Justice R.F. Nariman Ans: b) Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai 17.Asia's longest ski drag lift was recently inaugurated to boost winter tourism. In which location in Jammu and Kashmir was it inaugurated? a) Pahalgam b) Sonmarg c) Gulmarg d) Srinagar Ans: c) Gulmarg

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1.The Indian government has approved a Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). What is the proposed new name for the scheme? a) Gramin Rozgar Yojana b) Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana c) M...

1.The Indian government has approved a Bill to rename the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA). What is the proposed new name for the scheme? a) Gramin Rozgar Yojana b) Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana c) Mahatma Gramin Vikas Yojana d) Jan Kalyan Rozgar Yojana Ans: b) Pujya Bapu Gramin Rozgar Yojana 2.As part of the MGNREGA revamp, the guaranteed employment days for eligible rural households have been increased from 100 days annually to how many days? a) 110 days b) 120 days c) 125 days d) 150 days Ans: c) 125 days 3.Which body extended the ₹50 Lakh Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package (PMGKP) insurance to all doctors who died due to COVID-19? a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare b) Indian Medical Association c) Supreme Court d) Union Cabinet Ans: c) Supreme Court 4.The Terms of Reference for the 8th Pay Commission were officially notified in November 2025. This commission primarily impacts which group of beneficiaries? a) State government employees b) Central government employees and pensioners c) Private sector employees d) MGNREGA workers Ans: b) Central government employees and pensioners 5.In its December 2025 monetary policy meeting, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) reduced the repo rate to 5.25%. What was the basis point reduction? a) 10 basis points b) 15 basis points c) 25 basis points d) 50 basis points Ans: c) 25 basis points 6.According to the DPIIT 2025 Year-End Review, the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes have generated how many direct and indirect jobs? a) 1.88 lakh b) 12.3 lakh c) 21 lakh d) 50.14 lakh Ans: b) 12.3 lakh 7.The Startup India initiative has recognized over 2 lakh startups. How many jobs have these startups created? a) More than 1.1 million b) More than 2.1 million c) More than 12.3 million d) More than 21 million Ans: b) More than 2.1 million 8.What is the name of the new policy approved by the Union Cabinet for long-term coal linkage auctions for industrial use and exports? a) CoalVikas b) CoalSETU c) Shakti Coal d) Urja Setu Ans: b) CoalSETU 9.Which new Bill, also known as the SHANTI Bill, received Cabinet approval to open India's civil nuclear sector to private participation? a) Renewable Energy Bill, 2025 b) Nuclear Power Expansion Bill, 2025 c) Atomic Energy Bill, 2025 d) Clean Energy Act, 2025 Ans: c) Atomic Energy Bill, 2025 10.With which country did the Union Cabinet approve a Free Trade Agreement (FTA), or Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), to deepen economic ties? a) UAE b) Saudi Arabia c) Oman d) Qatar Ans: c) Oman 11.What is the primary objective of the National Film Heritage Mission (NFHM)? a) To promote new film productions b) To digitize and restore India's cinematic legacy c) To establish new film schools d) To regulate film censorship Ans: b) To digitize and restore India's cinematic legacy 12.A Central Sector Scheme of ₹476.03 crore has been rolled out for the holistic development of which agricultural product, following the establishment of its National Board? a) Saffron b) Makhana c) Cashew d) Cardamom Ans: b) Makhana 13.The Vidyanjali initiative aims to strengthen schools by fostering involvement from which two sectors? a) Government and NGOs b) International organizations and local bodies c) Community and private sector d) Education boards and parent associations Ans: c) Community and private sector

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1.Who secured India's first-ever gold medal at the POSA World Aerial Championships 2025? a) Abdul Quadir Indori b) Vir Gahrotra c) Unnati Hooda d) Raiza Dhillon Ans: b) Vir Gahrotra 2.In which city were the POSA World Aerial...

1.Who secured India's first-ever gold medal at the POSA World Aerial Championships 2025? a) Abdul Quadir Indori b) Vir Gahrotra c) Unnati Hooda d) Raiza Dhillon Ans: b) Vir Gahrotra 2.In which city were the POSA World Aerial Championships 2025 held, where India won its maiden gold? a) Dubai b) Budapest c) Tughlaqabad d) Odisha Ans: b) Budapest 3.What was the total number of gold medals secured by India at the fifth edition of the Asian Youth Para Games 2025? a) 15 b) 19 c) 22 d) 56 Ans: b) 19 4.Which city hosted the fifth edition of the Asian Youth Para Games in 2025? a) Budapest b) Mumbai c) Dubai d) New Delhi Ans: c) Dubai 5.What was India's final standing on the overall medals table at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025? a) First b) Third c) Fifth d) Seventh Ans: d) Seventh 6.Which Indian swimmer clinched a gold medal in the 50m backstroke at the Asian Youth Para Games 2025? a) Vir Gahrotra b) Abdul Quadir Indori c) Unnati Hooda d) Isharani Baruah Ans: b) Abdul Quadir Indori 7.Which two Indian athletes advanced to the women's singles final, guaranteeing an all-Indian showdown at the Odisha Masters 2025 in Badminton? a) Raiza Dhillon and Vinesh Phogat b) Unnati Hooda and Isharani Baruah c) Vir Gahrotra and Abdul Quadir Indori d) None of the above Ans: b) Unnati Hooda and Isharani Baruah 8.In which sport did India assure itself a gold medal at the Odisha Masters 2025 due to an all-Indian final? a) Squash b) Aerial Silks c) Badminton d) Shooting Ans: c) Badminton 9.Which defending champions did the Indian Squash team defeat 3-0 in the semifinals of the Squash World Cup 2025 to secure a spot in the final? a) Pakistan b) Malaysia c) England d) Egypt Ans: d) Egypt 10.Who secured a double gold medal in both the Women's and Junior Women's Skeet events at the 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions? a) Vinesh Phogat b) Unnati Hooda c) Raiza Dhillon d) Isharani Baruah Ans: c) Raiza Dhillon 11.The 68th National Shooting Championship Competitions were held at which venue in Tughlaqabad? a) Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium b) Karni Singh Shooting Range c) Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium d) Indira Gandhi Arena Ans: b) Karni Singh Shooting Range 12.Which city is hosting the 7th Senior Roll Ball World Cup 2025? a) Budapest b) Dubai c) Mumbai d) Tughlaqabad Ans: b) Dubai 13.Which prominent Indian wrestler announced her return to the sport with an aim to compete in the LA 2028 Olympics? a) Sakshi Malik b) Vinesh Phogat c) Geeta Phogat d) Babita Kumari Ans: b) Vinesh Phogat 14.For which specific Olympic Games is wrestler Vinesh Phogat aiming for her record fourth appearance, following her return to the sport? a) Paris 2024 b) LA 2028 c) Brisbane 2032 d) Tokyo 2020 Ans: b) LA 2028

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